Among the many attractions were more than 20 Schwinn bicycles up for auction designed by Lisa Adams of LA Closet Design, Amy Devers, Kelly Edwards, Portola Paints, Peter Gurski and Pinterest.
Guests enjoyed passed hors d’oeuvres and a variety of top shelf libations as they browsed the latest collections of modern, progressive designs of custom home furnishings, lighting fixtures, hardware, appliances, plus bath and kitchen equipment – including outdoor grills.
A chef’s kitchen designed by Fisher & Paykel was a huge hit as were the luxe kitchen accoutrements by Jenn-Air and Liebherr.
All told, there were 150 vendors displaying products from all over the world– sophisticated designs from Italy, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, Brazil, Canada, Japan, Germany, and more by brands like David Trubridge, Missoni Home, Minotti, Cappellini, Roche Bobois, B&B Italia, Tecnogas Superiore, and Tidelli, among others.
As LA continues to be recognized as an important global hub for design and culture, West Edge also celebrates the best in emerging design talent 40 cutting-edge manufacturers of contemporary furniture and lighting from brands including blankblank, M. Shively Art + Design, Phloem Studio, MOQU, Zia Priven and Oso Industries.
The host committee included Alexandra von Furstenberg, Barbara Lazaroff, Estee Stanley, Terry Crews and Ty Pennington.
Proceeds from the evening will help renovate the 75-room Ronald McDonald House whose mission is to provide accommodation and support to families of seriously ill children.
The Design Fair runs through November 6.
