Sold, to the highest bidder! Our Dream Playhouse Project is over and La Maison de mes Reves will be on its way to its new home in a few days.
The evening was a blast. One (young) couple sat in the front row and bid on three houses. Did I say "bid on"? I mean purchased. Do they have three homes? Are they old enough to have three kids? Are they good souls who wish to contribute to the cause, as well as being fiercely competitive, with a desire to come in first at everything? Gossip will out in the coming week, I expect.
The first house on the list, was designed by Frank Ghery, well known architect, who was the creator of Facebook's, recently completed, new world headquarters. His playhouse was sculptural; more work of art than kid friendly, but original and in keeping with his design ethic. During the bidding on that "Tours en l'air" it was made known that the whatever the winning bid, it would be matched by an anonymous donor.
The funds raised last night will provide a large percentage of the budget of Rebuilding Together. The organization helps low income families with home repairs at no charge. They add ramps to homes for those in wheelchairs, rennovate kitchens, baths and replace leaky roofs. Thus people are able to remain in their homes and live with dignity. Rebuilding Together was the brain child of one of our local builder/ developers, who wanted to give back to his community. He has done that, and more.
What a super initiative on the part of that builder. I wish we had the sort of money to be able to bid!
ReplyDeleteHelen, I'm not cure which came first but that builder's second wife is a professional Playhouse designer and builder.
DeleteWow, with all of the problems I've had finding qualified builders I could afford, I wish we had that here. What a nice project for you to have worked on.
ReplyDeletee. it's a good cause, related to our skill-set and we get to express our own ideas, without answering to a client.
DeleteI love this idea and what it does for the community. Totally brilliant. We need more of this kind of thing.
ReplyDeleteBirdie, every news story you hear about the construction industry is about negatives of bad workmanship and uncompleted jobs. Many of those homeowners chose the cheapest, unqualified people and were caught by their own greed. Every contractor I know is doing something for the community in some way. They deserve to have that side of the story told.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for helping out people in the community. Congratulations on selling your project.
ReplyDeleteGrey Horse, It's a worthy cause and it was fun.
DeleteI am willing to bet that you sleep well at night. The sleep of the just.
ReplyDeleteMaria, thank you. I try to do my best. I do wake up going over details and making mental lists sometimes.
DeleteWow what a great idea! Maison de mes reves looks gorgeous, any kid would love it, whatever their age!
ReplyDeleteTails, You would know the look I was aiming for. The most amazing result was the painter's ability to make metal windows look like old, weathered wood.
DeleteLooked up the houses on the Mall site. What an interesting, innovative collection. A brilliant idea to raise money. So happy you were able to be a part of such a worthy event. Love your little house. Hope it found a good home.
ReplyDeleteJean, I'm dying to know who bought our house. We may never find out. I did find out that the event raised $450,000 between ticket sales and auction results.
DeleteI was the highest bidder on your playhouse and excited for it to arrive this Thursday morning. I have three children that will be thrilled and so surprised on Thursday. Thank you for putting together all the efforts for a wonderful cause and wonderful play house. I can send you a picture once installed. Thank you kelly
ReplyDeleteKelly, How did I miss this comment until now?
DeleteThank you!