Welcome to the dollhouse(s)! That’s proper, the third annual La Petite Maison Gala and charity dollhouse public sale is again. The all the time incredible designer dollhouses are formally out for show of their non permanent exhibition areas round city for many who like to take part of their ever whimsical “scavenger hunt” of types within the lead as much as the massive occasion on Wednesday, December 4 at Resort ZaZa Museum District.
This yr eight designers have been chosen to take part on this charitable trigger, and, in an fascinating, albeit unintended twist, the stakes have severely elevated. Whereas the dollhouses themselves are fascinating sufficient on their very own, they now embrace customized, miniature work from a number of the nation’s high artists, together with mega-famous multimedia artist Donald Robertson — speak about a collectible! However, extra on that later.
The La Petite Maison Gala has chosen Household Houston as beneficiary this yr. Based in 1904, Household Houston is a philanthropic group that gives essential help to a few of Houston’s most weak communities by means of monetary help, training, profession teaching, meals safety help, and extra.
“We’re so happy to be linked to La Petite Maison Gala this yr,” Ken Sheirr, president & CEO of Household Houston, provides. “Our focus helps Houston households who want it most and I do know this may carry immeasurable consciousness to our trigger. Fundraising occasions like this assist energy the applications Household Houston gives all year long. It brings actual tangible change to this neighborhood, each financially and thru the publicity to attendees and thus, all through our nice metropolis.”
The pre-decorated dollhouses have been designed by Reagan & André Structure Studio and constructed by Alair Properties earlier than heading to their respective inside designers. Many inside design commerce companions participated on this undertaking by creating scaled down variations of their merchandise similar to wallpapers scaled to 1:12 of their authentic patterns, tiny tiles, and extra.
Learn on for a information to the entire dollhouse areas, an announcement from the designers about their inspirations, and different objects of be aware introduced in logistical order if planning a full tour. (There are not any spoilers for the scavenger hunt — not sorry, it’s enjoyable to try to spot every merchandise within the particular person homes!). Designers and dollhouse areas are additionally accessible right here.
Designer: Jean Liu Design
Location: South to North (3711 Autry Park Drive, Suite 100)
Theme: The Grand Budapest Resort
Description: This system of the rooms is predicated loosely on the film and set design, together with a double top ceilinged foyer, a tiled natatorium, and a historic bakery (Mendl’s). The fashion of those areas is carried out in the same Nineteen Thirties décor because the movie’s setting, which proved a enjoyable and pleasant departure for our studio, as we primarily work in a modernist and minimalist vein.
Objects of be aware: Schumacher wallpaper, Ann Sacks tile, and miniature marble fireplaces by Supplies Advertising and marketing. Extra because of Benjamin Moore and Tom Freeman.
Designer: Avery Cox Design
Location: Foltz Nice Artwork (2143 Westheimer Street)
Theme: Villa Mare the “Grecodeco” Dollhouse
Description: This opulent, jewel toned villa evokes the splendor of historical Greece, designed for a pair residing on an idyllic island within the Aegean Sea. The house provides a delight round each nook from a serene indoor soaking room to a grand ballroom and a two-story gallery of curiosities.
Objects of be aware: Kendra Scott – Jewellery as lighting: “Beau” earrings in His Bed room, “Marina” earrings within the Spa, “Shea” Necklace within the Music Room. Extra because of Benjamin Moore, Hector’s Trendy Plaster, Growler Domestics, Porter Teleo, and George Cameron Nash.
Designer: Wills Design Associates
Location: Valobra Grasp Jewelers (2150 Westheimer Street)
Theme: A vacation in Cabo
Description: Wills Design Associates’ mini Cabo retreat celebrates colour and tradition, the place trendy Mexican structure meets international design influences. The placing pink stucco exterior instantly units a whimsical tone.
Objects of be aware: The intricate rooftop terrace and flamingo banister. Contributions by Helenita House, Jordan Geibel Artistic, Trendy Muse by Lizzie, John Robshaw, Schumacher, Holland and Sherry, Wallshoppe, and Benjamin Moore.
Designer: Courtney Barton
Location: Courtney Barton (2940 Ferndale Road)
Theme: Teeny Tiny Tassel Fortress
Description: A tangible expression of all the pieces we stand for—craftsmanship, neighborhood, and shared tales, and we hope it brings you as a lot delight because it has dropped at us.
Merchandise of be aware: Exquisitely executed miniature upholstered furnishings by Coley House. Extra distributors and collaborators: Beata Heuman, Andrew Martin, The Lawns Co, and artists Rebecca Rebouché, Asley Givhan, MIchelle King, and Lauren Clyburn.
Designer: Amy Kummer Interiors
Location: Moreau Paris (4444 Westheimer Street, Suite 145)
Theme: There’s no place like dwelling for the vacations.
Description: The AKI staff hopes this dollhouse fills everybody who views it with the heat of household and the enjoyment of the vacation season.
Objects of be aware: The women closet and rooftop pickleball courtroom. Notable distributors and collaborators: Fleur House, Lee Jofa, Schumacher, Scalamandre, Benjamin Moore, Phillip Jeffries, Thibaut, The Trendy Dollhouse, Artistic Model Furnishings, Pierre Frey, Itsy Bitsy Mini, Galbraith and Paul, Vanessa Walton with Jacquelyn Reese Linens, and artist Mariel Sawicki.
Designer: Kristen Leigh Studio
Location: Again Row House (8570 Katy Freeway, Suite 111)
Theme: The Hamptons
Description: Kristen Leigh’s Hamptons-inspired dollhouse is an ode to the great thing about on a regular basis life. Incorporating a lot of her personal line’s materials and wallpapers, Kristen aimed for the home to imitate a conventional, but lived-in, dwelling.
Objects of be aware: The ART! Wow. Miniature authentic works by Erin Donahue Tice, Lynn Sanders, Hilary Howarth, Blakeney McGee, Lily & Rose Studio, and a set of six customized authentic works by Donald Robertson. Extra because of The Adorned Wolffe and Mike Norfleet.
Facet be aware: Robertson tells CultureMap he was impressed by the design of the lounge the place these “six superior little work” now name dwelling, particularly since he by no means spoke to the design staff.
“It was a chilly name [email], it’s not prefer it was a gathering,” Robertson says. “It was a belief fall and I’m amazed by who did it!”
Talking of the Hamptons-inspired dollhouse, Robertson conceded that “it takes quite a bit for me to be stunned and speechless, however I’m in awe.” How did this design come collectively with none sort of briefing? “I obtained the little pack of six canvases and a sharpie, and simply went for it!” A reminder to everybody to all the time shoot your shot.
Designer: Elizabeth Garrett Interiors
Location: Frock Store (9135 Katy Freeway, Suite 104)
Theme: The Campbell
Description: We’re so proud to have been chosen to be part of this particular occasion and we will’t wait to share our accomplished dwelling with the Houston design neighborhood.
Objects of be aware: The ART once more, and the rooftop landscaping. Miniature work by Avant-Artwork Gallery, representing Laura Waldusky, Dimmit Up to date Artwork, representing Sara Genn and Randal Ford, Laura Rathe Nice Artwork, representing Carly Allen Martin and Lynn Sanders. Notable distributors and collaborators: Albert Hartley, Andrea Condara, Holland & Sherry, Houston Material Middle, Paul Meyer, Provide Showroom, Susan Harter Muralpapers, The City Electrical Co, Tyler King, and DAV Plaster.
Designer: Jennifer Barron Interiors
Location: Mont Artwork Home (1230 Houston Avenue)
Theme: Southern, Georgian House
Description: Our dollhouse was largely impressed by southern, Georgian, properties. Most of the properties in Georgia are layered with antiques, florals, borders and wallpaper, in order that was my objective with this dollhouse.
Objects of be aware: The miniature Delft tiled hearth and Susan Harter Mural. Collaborators and distributors of be aware: Samuel & Sons, Benjamin Moore, Phillip Jeffries, Fabricut, Robert Kime, Pindler, Schumacher, Holland & Sherry, Stark Carpet, Colefax & Fowler, Pierre Frey, Sanderson.
The dollhouses will likely be on show till Tuesday, December 3 and will likely be auctioned off by auctioneer Johnny Bravo at The La Petite Maison Gala the next day. Inside designer Alexandra Killion based the gala in 2022 and has raised over $300,000 since its inception.
This yr the theme is Apres Ski, and is certain to be successful. Killion’s co-chair for 2024 is designer Lauren Wills Grover. They’re assisted by occasion coordinators Madelon McGrenera and Shellyn Shoenthal. Buy tickets right here.
