Halloween by Design 2018 Review – ‘Star Hill Ranch’

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Halloween By Design presented by Tru-Skin Dermatology took place October 25th, 2018 at the historic buildings of Star Hill Ranch. The co-chairs of the event were Monica and Todd Hanzelka, and Darby and Adam Woolley.

Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines

The Haute Halloween Bash is one of the most amusing and fascinating bashes in the history of the philanthropic world of the Austin community for those who are looking to support their community and have fun. The attendants enjoyed the evening with glamour and entertainment. The venue featured the work of original designers and artists that were exhibited at the different historic buildings of the Star Hill Ranch.  The venue has been the setting for a variety of documentaries and feature films and has a 31-acre tract surrounded by a wooded buffer that overlooks a scenic valley.

Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines

The guests kept themselves on the go by touring the different buildings, where they enjoyed the original art displays with a Halloween twist and trick or treat with the nonprofits. In one of the locations there even was a fabulous place to play casino games for great prizes. In addition to the haute couture décor, there was light bites and signature cocktails provided by four Austin chefs. The evening concluded with a concert by Texas music legend, Joe Ely.

Joe Ely. Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines

The Halloween By Design was the idea of local Austenite and philanthropist Lurleen Ladd, who co-owns Tru-Skin Dermatology with her husband Dr. Dan Ladd. Halloween By Design creates a new way to celebrate Halloween and support local area nonprofits.

About the Founder LURLEEN LADD

Lurleen’s love of Halloween began as a child with annual Halloween parties thrown in her family’s garage, complete with costumes, crepe paper, and bobbing for apples. She continued this tradition with her own children. Over time, the family party became a fundraiser for The Shade Project, a non-profit founded by Lurleen and her husband, Dr. Dan Ladd. Halloween by Design draws on those many past successful events but has expanded to include amazing art and design. Broadening the focus also means bringing more non-profits into the mix to raise much-needed funds for local organizations.

The Halloween Bash was created with a meaningful mission to create a one-of-a-kind Halloween bash that highlights the best of Austin designers, chefs, artists, and venue that benefits four Austin nonprofits whose good works benefit the entire area and beyond.

Halloween by design board of directors: Komal Sheth, Under Adam’s and Diane Morgan.

Event management: Mary-Dalaina Trotter, Under the Sun Austin, Chef Eric Nelson Brown  Eat+Drink Austin

All proceeds of the event benefited four local nonprofits: Austin Pets Alive!, Austin Parks Foundation, HAAM, and The Shade Project.

Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines

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Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines

Designers and Artist

Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines

Caroline Ladd

Komal Seth

Mackenzie Morgan

Austin Visual Design

Meghan Derion

Joy Kling

Cody Rackley

http://https://vimeo.com/295214076

Chefs

SIMON MADERA Taco Flats, a neighborhood taco joint was born. Recently, in east Austin, Simon opened his newest cantina, La Holly, an agave-based cocktail bar that houses his 1967 Taco Flats airstream.

ERIC NELSON BROWN started Eric Nelson Brown Catering,.After working with Eat + Drink, Los Angeles for a few years, they decided it would be an exciting adventure to team up.  Eat + Drink Austin was then created.

JOHN BULLINGTON He has joined the coffeehouse Austin Java team to develop their menu and work towards making “their kitchens top notch.”

LEANNE VALENTI Leanne Valenti is the owner of Bento Picnic. A local Austin food business founded in 2015. Leanne and her team create fresh, Japanese-inspired meals for Austenite’s to enjoy.

Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines

VIP Area Halloween By Design

Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Joe Ely. Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines
Halloween by Design – ‘Star Hill Ranch’ – Photo: Splash Magazines

 

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