14. The Brick and Stone Hearth House
Emulate the warmth of a traditional fireplace with a dog house constructed from real brick or stone veneer. Stone and brick have high thermal mass, meaning they absorb heat during the sunny parts of the day and slowly release it back into the dog house during the freezing cold night. The interior is lined with thick insulation boards and finished with easy-to-clean cedar panels. A faux chimney on the roof adds a whimsical touch of realism, making this sturdy house look like a miniature, cozy English cottage nestled in the snow.