5 Dog-Friendly Details from a 100-Year-Old Row House in Washington, D.C.
Photography by Brian Wetzel,
courtesy of Robyn Segal
Robyn Segal and Marshall Rifkin wanted their 100-year-old row house to be practical, comfortable, and easily lived in—not just for them but for their pup, Markley, too. In every design decision along the way, they went for the dog-friendly option—resulting in a space that’s both well designed and worry free.
1. Add easy-access storage in the entry. “We added shelves in the front vestibule so that we can have bins with Markley's stuff," says Robyn.
2. “All of our couches have slipcovers so that they are machine washable,” says Robyn. This one is from Sixpenny.
3. “We selected engineered wood floors” with Markley in mind, says Robyn—no worrying about scratches.
4. Opt for double-duty furnishings. “Markley’s crate is also the side table next to the couch,” says Robyn.
5. “We reconfigured the backyard to create a larger area for Markley,” says Robyn. It’s fitted with pet-friendly astroturf.