Housing Works - Design on a Dime Kick - Off Party

Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 6:38pm 18 degrees (but feels colder)

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Finally, the anticipation is over for Housing Works sensational Design on a Dime kick off party. Our efforts to make it to the ARHAUS showroom in the Meatpacking District did not disappoint.  Since 1986, Arhaus has maintained its furniture design center in the heart of the Midwest. With stores in more than 40 cities around the country, they take deep pride in their American roots, yet also cultivate a diverse international perspective. Combining traditional practices with eco-conscious and forward-looking design brings an extensive collection of quality home furniture and accessories.

Okay - that Arhaus showroom was so big that when we walked in through the West door we were in the Meatpacking district and when we walked out the east door we were in the Village. And so begins the much anticipated annual Spring event known as Design on a Dime.

Housing Works is a long established non-profit organization which is committed to end the dual crises of homelessness and AIDS.  This wonderful charity provides lifesaving services including housing, healthcare, mental health, adult daycare and job training programs.  The internationally recognized
New York City based charity has garnered fame for its clever recycling of classic furniture, home accessories, collectible art and designer fashions. Accepting public donations and funneling the product through avant-garde urban boutiques and electrifying public events. This is one charity whose team knows how to make it happen.

Mel Alvarez, Manager of Special Events and his team select the years top 50 design professionals to curate a 10x12 room. There is a fun and exhilarating challenge of collecting home furnishing donations and incorporating the product into a themed room. Just 13 hours is allotted for set-up in the 60,000 sq ft Metropolitan Pavilion. The "design" pressure is on !!!

The lively kick off party gathered all the players for this years 10th Anniversary celebration.  Michael Boodro (Editor in Chief of Elle Decor) introduced and thanked designers, staffers and board members for their participation.  The design crowd of more than 200 were served a variety a wines, tray pass appetizers and buffet style munchies during the 2 hour party.  Mark your calendars for April 24th - you won't want to miss this celebrated event.

Rio Hamilton, Travis Abbott and Carolina Teix

Melissa Mittag (Fromental LLC) and Kate Bergeron (Andrew Joseph PR)

Arsenio Garcia, Tyler Wisler and Joan Miro wearing Winter layers

Handsome party goer - Eka Boyko

Melchor Sereneo Alvarez (Housing Works), George Oliphant (NBC TV Host)
and Jessica Sophia Wong (NYC Blogger | Social Media)

The friendliest team works at Arhaus - meet Wendell Barns and Jose Navarez

handsome trio -Alan, Doug and Neil

Nicole Gibbons (TV Personality | Interior Designer) and
her assistant Claudia with flawless skin

well dressed - Michael Tavano (Interior Designer)

design connections - lovely Lisa McMahon and  marvelous Jennifer Flanders

Hello - Mr. Cronberger and Mr. Zavala 

Brice Shaw (Holly Hunt), Amara Erdrich, Cory Harrison and 
Anthony Escabar

Sam Land and Alexis Lam with Tim Vienckowski and
Amos Massey III (DOAD)

Angel Naula (Owner of Naula Workshop)

Jimmy Kaston (Remains Lighting)

Brian Fahey and partner Gary Babcock 
(National Merchandise Manager for Arhaus)

Suzanne Sokolov (Showcase Kitchens) & Betty

talented Tyler Wisler (Interior Designer), Rob Cline and 
Joshue Espinal

Me and my girl Jess

Interior Designer, Younghye Hwang poses with her friend Jin Yun

Carolina Teix and Travis Abbot

Keita, Patrick, Mel, Carl, Damen, John and Byron

Mr. Alvarez (DOAD) and Ms. Clark (Arhaus) discuss highlights of
their fabulous party

Brian Kelly (Board Member Housing Works) and Adam Daniel Weiss

Is it me or does Jennifer Flanders look model thin or maybe because she standing next to a model
 - Iris Dankner  (Holiday House)- who is a model citizen for her philanthropist
efforts in fighting breast cancer -
 it was great to see Iris supporting another important cause !
 Design on a Dime, April 24th not to be missed

Handsome Antonio Buzzetta (Interior Designer), Samantha Knapp 
and Dustin O'Neal

center is Patrick Hamilton complimenting
Rebecca Vicars (LOWY Frame and Restoration)
on her gorgeous top

Andrew Joseph PR team

John Lyle (Furniture Designer)

Photographer Scott Solberg 

Dutchess Nickel,  Countess Black and Lady Mendelson

magical Mel, marvelous Michael and joyful Jay

Healing - Barsanti Team

These newlyweds David Raper (DOAD)  and Ivan Massa
will be touring California next week
-lucky California -

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