WEST PALM BEACH, FL. (January 26, 2009) – More than 300 guests gathered January 14 at the stunning home at 1125 North Flagler Drive in historic Providencia Park for a first look at the 2009 American Red Cross Designers’ Show House, which opened officially on January 15 and will be open to the public through February 14.

Guests arriving to the expansive 1936 Providencia House were greeted by a gorgeous view overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway as they made their way up the front steps into the welcoming foyer.  This years sprawling residence features 19 distinct work spaces which showcase the time, dedication and resources donated by the extraordinary group of locally, nationally and internationally renowned designers.

“We were incredibly fortunate to have acquired a house which so precisely captures the history and theme of the Palm Beach area,” says Desmond Keogh, General Chairman.  “This year’s Show House is a truly magnificent reflection of the diversity of taste and individuality of each of this year’s volunteering designers.”

The 2009 cast of designers drew inspiration from a multitude of influences from the far reaches of modern Morocco and Northern Africa and the grandeur of the French Riviera, to insight drawn directly from the original architecture and history of the house itself. Incorporating a feel of ultra-modernity, the Show House features for the first time, a Media Room embracing all the elegance and luxury available in the world of home electronics and entertaining.

Guests in attendance dined on a gourmet treats catered by Ann Z Gourmet Catering while enjoying specialty Bombay Sapphire cocktails provided by Bacardi USA, Inc.  More than 200 raffle tickets were sold for lavish prizes such as a luxury handbag donated by Danielle Ortiz and a finely-crafted bracelet donated by Valentin Magro.  All proceeds from this evening’s event went to the Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter of the American
Red Cross.

Attendees of the evening included Desmond and Cristina Keogh, General Chairmen; Charlotte Moss, Honorary Chairman; Stephen Mooney and Bill Kopp, Design Chairmen; Keith Williams, Landscape Chairman; Frank Maguire, Boutique Chairman; Sylvia James, Preview Party Chairman; Christopher Dunstan; Joseph Fava; Jennifer Garrigues; Lisa Erdmann; Joseph Cortes; Kevin Marnell; Michael Maniscalco; Stuart Rench; Deborah McLaughlin; Lon Morris; Joseph Pubillones; Chad Renfro; Angela Reynolds; Melissa Ziober; Scotty Rawley; Virginia Courtenay; Scott Robertson; and Larry Casey.

Ticket Prices and Admission

General admission tickets to the Show House are $30.  Special pricing is available for groups of ten or more. The Show House will be open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.  All proceeds will benefit the American Red Cross Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter.  For more information and to reserve tickets please call 561-833-7711. 

About the 2009 Designers’ Show House

The Designers’ Show House, from January 15 – February 14, 2009, is a much-anticipated annual event, bringing together acclaimed designers who designed and decorated the historic 1936 luxury home at 1125 North Flagler Drive in Providencia Park room-by-room.  The Show House welcomes nationally-known interior designers in addition to those from South Florida.  The event also incorporates the exterior and pool area with landscape designers lending their artistic touches to the Show House.

This year’s dedicated committee includes Desmond and Cristina Keogh, General Chairmen; Charlotte Moss, Honorary Chairman; Stephen Mooney and Bill Kopp, Design Chairmen; Keith Williams, Landscape Chairman; Frank Maguire, Boutique Chairman ; Melinda Collie, Journal Chairman; and Sylvia James, Preview Party Chairman.

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