Hello Fabulistas! The focal point of my Project Design 2014 suite was the luxurious custom beds I designed, that my friend Paul Baron (no relation!) von Urban of Baron Fine Arts made. I wanted to give the families at the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island a feeling of embrace during their tough times. These beds were designed especially for that effect. They were an engineering feat and a labor of love! Here’s a glimpse of the process of brining these beds to fruition.

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Photo by Phillip Ennis Photography

In the planning stages with Paul, who made my vision become a beautiful reality!

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This was the first step in seeing the bed come to life. I was excited to see the beginnings of the beds’ canopy.

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Paul’s expertise ensured that the beds were sturdy and would last for many years for the RMHLI families.

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Now I can really start to see the beds take shape!

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This headboard fabric from JAB Anstoetz really pulls it all together.

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The way we used the Robert Allen faux ostrich vinyl really brings out the unique structure of the beds.

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Installation day…at last!

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Installation complete…I’m thrilled to finally see them in their home!

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Photo by Phillip Ennis Photography