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WEST PALM BEACH, FL - (January 18, 2007) – Over 500 guests
were treated to a sneak peak of the 2007 Red Cross Designers’
Show House, presented by VERANDA, at the historic Ann Norton
Sculpture Gar dens, during the Preview Party held on January
10th.
Upon arrival, guests were treated to a magnificent magical
setting, with specially- created walkways and lighting
designed to showcase the expertly-landscaped gardens and
surrounding pavilions.
“The theme of this year’s Show House is From the Sea, and our
landscapers and designers have captured it perfectly,” says
Victoria Amory, Preview Party Chairwoman. “Guests marveled at
the exquisite display of tropical plants, flowers, fabrics and
artfully-designed borders that reflected the natural beauty of
the residence and gardens.”
Those in attendance experienced a treat for their palates, as
well. World renowned chef, Daniel Boulud, was present at the
Preview Party and crafted a sumptuous classic hors d’oeuvres
menu that included a special drink created just for the
evening’s festivities; curried chicken with Vietnamese herbs;
customized lobster rolls; tomato tartlets; Shrimp Samosa; and
lemon arancini, among other delights.
The 2007 Designers’ Show House brings together an exclusive
showcase of home collections and luxury brands featured in
rooms designed by acclaimed interior designers from acr oss
the U.S. and the South Florida area, who have transformed the
Ann Norton House room-by-room, showcasing their individual
talents and styles.
For the first time in Show House history, the outside is as
spectacular as the inside, as 11 landscape architects and
landscape designers complement the interior concepts with
rare, exotic and native species throughout the Sculpture Gar
dens—embellishing on Mediterranean and sub-tropical
inspirations.
The Designers’ Show House, presented by VERANDA from January
11 – February 4, 2007, is a much-anticipated annual event,
bringing together acclaimed designers who will redecorate the
historic 1920s estate at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gar dens
room-by-room. For the first time in its history, the Show
House will welcome nationally-known interior designers in
addition to those from South Florida. The event will also
incorporate the garden grounds with multiple landscape
designers lending their artistic touches to the Show House.
The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens have become an important
cultural aspect of the unique fabric of the Palm Beaches and
Southern Florida. Set in the heart of the Historic District,
this 1.7-acre garden and house museum speak of the quality of
life which attracted so many to Palm Beach in the 20s and 30s
and still does.
The theme for the 2007 American Red Cross Designers’ Show
House is “From the Sea.” Always fresh, the colors and shapes
of the sea represent the look of Palm Beach and image of
VERANDA: simple, clean, serene, as well as rich with opulent
and distinct treasures. The theme is broad enough for each
designer to interpret his or her personal style. Everyone
carries personal memories of the sea, and it is a timeless
body of inspiration for all.
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization led by
volunteers who provide relief to victims of disaster and help
people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. For
more than 80 years, the American Red Cross Greater Palm Beach
Area Chapter, which includes Glades, Hendry, Okeechobee and
Palm Beach Counties, has been providing shelter for families
during a hurricane, flood or fire, and teaching First Aid,
CPR, AIDS Prevention and Water Safety. To learn more about the
work of the Red Cross in communities, or to make a donation,
please call 561-833-7711 OR visit the Website at:
http://www.redcross-pbc.org |