Goodwoof

Barkitecture

On May 20 and 21st 2023 the kennels at Goodwood will form the backdrop once again, to Goodwoof. A two day festival celebrating our canine companions.

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Hawkes Architecture

Goodwoof 2023

The centrepiece to this unique event is once again, Barkitecture. A collection of creative and innovative dog, kennel, designs by leading architects and designers.

Hawkes architecture were delighted to be invited back, following the success last year. We were then excited to have been shortlisted with our elegant companion piece, titled “The dogs”

Charles Gordon Lennox, the Duke of Richmond, with Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

Kevin McCloud with Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

Clare Balding with Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

Bill Bailey with Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

Richard with Charley Boorman and Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

The interior of Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

Richard with Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

Live auction

Bonhams auctioned the exhibits on Sunday afternoon, May 21st, as Goodwoof appeared on ITV for a live show of events throughout the weekend. The panel of esteemed judges, led by Kevin McCloud, awarded the winner of Barkitecture 2023.

Bonhams

The Concept

Client: Star and Monty
Inspiration: Barbara Hepworth, Salvador Dali and weaver birds
Materials: Rye willow and Romney Marsh carded wool fleece

The inspiration for Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

The making of

Willow Weaver

The sculpture, beautifully woven from Willow, in collaboration with Julie Gurr Willow Weaver extraordinaire, celebrates the interwoven bond between humans and out canine friends.

Richard Hawkes and Julie Gurr planning Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

The making of Hawkes Architecture's entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

Hawkes Architecture team their entry, The dogs, for Goodwoof's, Barkitecture at Goodwood in May 2023.

The sculpture, beautifully woven from Willow, in collaboration with Julie Gurr Willow Weaver extraordinaire, celebrates the interwoven bond between humans and out canine friends.

Goodwoof 2022

Our involvement in the 2022 Barkitecture competition at Goodwood was a memorable experience. We thoroughly enjoyed watching visitors immerse themselves in the Barkitecture exhibition. Our Venture Vessel attracted a lot of attention, with children enthusiastically exploring and climbing all over it.