Nothing sparks creativity more than a giant cardboard box. Simple, restrained, it is space without a program. The perfect container for the imagination, its dimensions overflowing with possibilities.
IT’S A (F)UN.BOX
DREAMS HAPPEN IN A (F)UN.BOX
Dreams Happen 2011 is a biennial fundraiser bringing together renowned Bay Area architects, designers and builders to create one-of-a-kind playhouses. The play structures are auctioned at a gala dinner and dance, with 100% of the proceeds going to Rebuilding Together Peninsula (RTP). RTP is a non-profit organization rehabilitating the homes and community facilities of low-income neighbors in need. Rebuilding Together Peninsula provides more free major home repairs than any other Peninsula organization, and is a local affiliate of the national Rebuilding Together network, which completes over 10,000 repair projects each year.
THINKING OUTSIDE THE... WELL, YOU KNOW
Ana Williamson Architect is an award-winning architectural firm focused on design driven projects, primarily in the California Bay Area. While most of our work is residential, we are drawn to any design opportunity that challenges us to think outside the proverbial box. Our studio is committed to innovation and sustainability with an emphasis on research and materials. AWA strives to create beautiful projects that move and inspire. We greatly value the relationships we establish with our clients, knowing the best work results from a true partnership between client, architect and builder. In addition to great design, we value exercise, healthy eating, right-brain thinking, and a wicked sense of humor. And we like dogs. The (d)og.box is next.
Mediterraneo Design Build is a design-forward fine home builder in Menlo Park. They happen to like dogs, too and, having collaborated successfully on several projects, we were excited to partner with them on Dreams Happen 2011. From the beginning, our combined team was eager to make the best box (that was not a box) ever. And, with MDB’s superb construction and finishing skills, as well as great relationships with local suppliers, our shared vision became a reality.
PACKAGES, BOXES, BAGS... WE’LL FIT RIGHT IN
The playhouses will be auctioned at the Dreams Happen Gala on June 4th under the stars, also at Stanford Shopping Center. Tickets may be purchased by contacting: Rebuilding Together Peninsula.
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To see more about how the (f)un.box came together, please visit our expanded image galleries, here.
Ana Williamson Architect and Mediterraneo Design Build wish to express our deep appreciation for the kind and generous donations of time and materials from many friends, family, business partners and suppliers, without whom the (f)un.box would be nothing more than an idea and set of drawings. We are forever grateful.
