Wednesday, February 13, 2013

More Details About Designer Dollhouse Showcase


The architecture firm behind the Designer Dollhouse Showcase is Richard Manion. Richard Manion Architecture, Inc. is well-known for luxury estate homes. The rendering above is a preview of one of the dollhouses that will be offered for sale. The 10 dollhouses featured at the Kaleidoscope Ball will include Contemporary, Modern, Italianate, Georgian and Brownstone styles. Each of the houses will measure approximately 6'x3', feature two or three levels and come complete with lighting, wall coverings, flooring, fixtures, custom designer furnishings and accessories. Many of the houses will also feature exterior landscaping by Stephen Block of Inner Gardens and Christine London Ltd.  

Crack open the piggy bank or find that wealthy friend who will take pity on you because these custom dollhouses will be sold for $20,000 and up. Structures not sold at the gala will be featured in a special charity sale hosted by One Kings Lane. All proceeds from the designer dollhouse sales will support the UCLA Mattel Children's Discovery and Innovation Institute.

Click HERE to purchase tickets or make a donation.
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  1. callsmallFebruary 13, 2013 at 4:06 AM

    Thanks for the extra info! Very curious about the "contemporary" design. But given the cost and size, my wallet is definitely, definitely safe!!!

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  2. MarisaFebruary 13, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    I'm so bad and I watched way too much Leverage on TV, for a min there I was thinking about making cardboard mock ups and then switching them for the originals.

    But I dont like Prisons so...I probably wont do that.

    M.

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  3. My RealittyFebruary 13, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    Notice how in "staged" real estate pics dollhouses are showing up as art pieces??? Everyone needs at least one. C

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  4. Mad For ModFebruary 13, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    Talk about mini mansions!.

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  5. Mini DorkFebruary 13, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    6'x3' in size, $20,000+ in price, on a Wednesday night. I think that's 3 strikes and I'm out.

    I'm seriously considering the $500 ticke price to go and drool over these promising masterpieces, but midweek is hard. I'll have to find a double to take my kids for a couple of days. Hmmmm....

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    1. Modern MCFebruary 14, 2013 at 8:23 AM

      I want to go, but the Wednesday night is conflicting with some work projects. Arrgh! We'll see what happens. I might have to enjoy it from afar. Are you feeling like you need a fundraiser to attend a fundraiser? Ha! You're not alone. Several folks are standing around with their pockets turned inside out.

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    2. Mini DorkFebruary 16, 2013 at 8:24 PM

      Yup. Fundraiser for the fundraiser. We could start a Kickstarter to hire a photographer and buy their ticket to take a billion pictures for us. Hmmm...

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  6. doris nathansonFebruary 15, 2013 at 10:57 PM

    Would love to go, but cannot do. Six of the interior design firms involved have purchased lots of my pieces for the houses. I've asked for photos, and if I receive any, I'll send them along to you. Then we can all drool together!
    Doris/minimodernistas

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    1. Modern MCFebruary 16, 2013 at 12:43 PM

      I'm still going to try and go--despite work conflicts. We'll see. I'm REALLY anxious to see how they use your awesome pieces. I think they will do them justice. And the more pictures the better! Thanks Doris!

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  7. mini2bFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    These are a bargain compared to some of the items on ebay by Bonnie Broel in the minibeargems site; check out item #181029411960 and then search the store for other slightly less expensive items.

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    1. Modern MCFebruary 18, 2013 at 12:02 PM

      I looked at that ebay item and admit that I am still wondering if they are kidding...

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    2. Mini DorkFebruary 20, 2013 at 8:34 AM

      "DEAL FELL THROUGH!! NOW AT REDUCED PRICE $149,000.00"
      http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dollhouse-House-of-Broel-By-Artist-Bonnie-Broel-House-of-all-Seasons-/181043910301

      I don't get it.

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    3. Modern MCFebruary 20, 2013 at 8:36 AM

      ha ha! Me neither, man.

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