Yesterday, I had the opportunity to join bloggers, designers, and volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island to preview Project Design 2013.   It was wonderful to experience the results of the many hours of hard work and generosity contributed by many, many hearts and hands.

With the help of generous leaders in the interior design industry, including Kravet Inc. and NYC&G (New York Cottages & Gardens) magazine, the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island’s original 18 bedrooms, kitchens, breakfast rooms and five common areas underwent a complete re-design to provide better comfort to the 1,000 plus families it serves each year.

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PROJECT DESIGN 2013

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WELCOME!  HOME AWAY FROM HOME

The mission of The Ronald McDonald House of Long Island is to give comfort and shelter to families experiencing the pain of having a sick child in local hospital facilities. A “home away from home”, the House provides the parents and siblings of these children with a temporary haven in a secure and comfortable environment among other families sharing a similar burden.

The house has grown to accommodate the increasing demands to help families in need:  kitchens,  laundry facilities,  Kosher kitchens, a library, playroom, media room and numerous indoor and outdoor common areas.

Margreet Cevasco Design and Vasi Ypsilantis (Kitchen/Dining Area)

The house provide services for local families to families from around  the world.

Matthew Patrick Smyth Interior Design

Suzanne Costa Interiors

The beautiful rooms are a sanctuary for families during a difficult time.

Mehditash Design

 Young Huh Interior Design 

Tarasoff Interiors

Come visit the house and fall in love for the cause and design.   Open House Weekend

Open House Weekend: Friday, October 11, 2013 / 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, October 12, 2013 / 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, October 13, 2013 / 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday, October 14, 2013 / 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Thank you Kravet for the transportation and delicious lunch.  It was beautiful to see the power people have when they come together.