Housing Works Design on a Dime: 20th Anniversary Benefit for HIV/AIDS Services

Design on a Dime: A 20-Year Tradition

• 💡 Housing Works is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its annual Design on a Dime benefit.
• 🗓️ The event runs from Wednesday through Saturday at the Metropolitan Pavilion.
• 🎯 This fundraising event brings together top designers and brands to curate luxury home décor and art.

How the Event Works and Where Funds Go

• 🖼️ Dozens of A-list designers create miniature room vignettes, all of which are for sale.
• 💰 Items are available at up to 80% off retail prices.
• 🏥 All proceeds support life-saving services for New Yorkers, including clinical care for individuals with HIV/AIDS and housing assistance.

New Features and Highlights This Year

• 🧸 A new feature is "Pillow Talk," where 50 designers have each produced a pillow for sale.
• 🛍️ The event includes a bazaar with furnished vignettes created by designers using generous donations from artisans, furniture, art, and fabric companies.
• 🎨 Attendees can find a wide range of items, from large furniture like couches and dining tables to smaller objects and antiques.

Designer Insights and Approaches

• 🛋️ Designer Young Huh emphasizes balancing practicality and comfort with the