Refreshing the House That Love Built, The Bend Ronald McDonald House
I was Project Chair for the High Desert Design Council's 2014 philanthropic project at the Bend Ronald McDonald House. HDDC volunteer team members worked to refresh the six guest rooms and en suite baths.
My partner for room 2 was Sarah Phipps Design.
My partner for room 2 was Sarah Phipps Design.
A video of all six rooms was made by Troy Costa Films and may be seen here.
Unfortunately, the room wasn't staged for the video, but the iPhone photos below show room 2 looking it's best.
Click on the first photo to enlarge and then arrow through - Enjoy!
Unfortunately, the room wasn't staged for the video, but the iPhone photos below show room 2 looking it's best.
Click on the first photo to enlarge and then arrow through - Enjoy!
I was Project Chair for the remodel at Grandma's House, another HDDC philanthropic project. This project spanned two years and involved a number of local contractors and businesses.
My name is Woody Medeiros. I run a small non-profit in Charmaine's community called Grandma's House of Central Oregon. We are a homeless shelter for pregnant and parenting teen mothers and their little ones.
Charmaine and her group of incredibly talented designers: The High Desert Design Council, heard we were in dire need of a new kitchen, dining room, computer room for our girls and updated night supervisors' quarters. This amazing group devoted 2 years, volunteering their time talent and energy to assure we not only had a space that functioned well but is absolutely beautiful!
Charmaine took a leading role in this project from beginning to end - instrumental in every aspect from the drawings, story boards, construction and completion. She came to the planning meetings and advocated for our design, it was as if she read our minds in what we needed and wanted.
When the project was completed and the wall between the existing house and the new addition was being taken down - our precious moms started chanting "MOVE THAT BUS!!" And, just like the TV show, we couldn't believe it was the same house! It is the most functional and beautiful space we have ever seen! Our kitchen needed to address ADA requirements and it was done in such a beautiful and respectful way - it is a design that is timeless and will last forever.
There are times when you just don't know how to say "Thank You" enough. By giving our highest recommendation is perhaps one way. Charmaine has talent, style and integrity - she listens to the need and desire of her clients and delivers. She is a compassionate and honorable human being and supports her community. She is a part of Grandma's House heart forever.
Blessings,
Woody
Ms. Woody Medeiros, Executive Director
Grandma's House of Central Oregon
PO Box 6372 - Bend, OR 97708
541-383-3515
grandma@bendcable.com
www.grandmashouseofcentraloregon.org
Charmaine and her group of incredibly talented designers: The High Desert Design Council, heard we were in dire need of a new kitchen, dining room, computer room for our girls and updated night supervisors' quarters. This amazing group devoted 2 years, volunteering their time talent and energy to assure we not only had a space that functioned well but is absolutely beautiful!
Charmaine took a leading role in this project from beginning to end - instrumental in every aspect from the drawings, story boards, construction and completion. She came to the planning meetings and advocated for our design, it was as if she read our minds in what we needed and wanted.
When the project was completed and the wall between the existing house and the new addition was being taken down - our precious moms started chanting "MOVE THAT BUS!!" And, just like the TV show, we couldn't believe it was the same house! It is the most functional and beautiful space we have ever seen! Our kitchen needed to address ADA requirements and it was done in such a beautiful and respectful way - it is a design that is timeless and will last forever.
There are times when you just don't know how to say "Thank You" enough. By giving our highest recommendation is perhaps one way. Charmaine has talent, style and integrity - she listens to the need and desire of her clients and delivers. She is a compassionate and honorable human being and supports her community. She is a part of Grandma's House heart forever.
Blessings,
Woody
Ms. Woody Medeiros, Executive Director
Grandma's House of Central Oregon
PO Box 6372 - Bend, OR 97708
541-383-3515
grandma@bendcable.com
www.grandmashouseofcentraloregon.org
Charmaine believes in giving back to the community by volunteering her time and expertise.
Philanthropic support and involvement
Civic Activities - Community service projects
Board Member Service
2009 - 2013
Served on the board of the High Desert Design Council. Two years as Vice-President, two years as President.
2011 - 2012
Served on the board of Art in the High Desert
2008 - 2010
Co-President Mariposa Lily Garden Club
Philanthropic support and involvement
- Sponsor, 2017 Habitat for Humanity ReStore Furniture Flip
- Volunteer designer, 2016 Habitat for Humanity ReStore Furniture Flip
- Volunteer designer for High Desert Design Council, 2015 Partners in Care project
- Volunteer designer and Project Chair, 2014 remodel: Bend Ronald McDonald House
- Volunteer designer, Saving Grace bathroom remodel, 2013
- Volunteer designer and Project Chair, Grandma's House: kitchen, dining room, computer room, powder bath and night supervisor's apartment remodel, 2011 - 2012
- Volunteer designer, Saving Grace kitchen and great room remodel, 2010
- Decorating Committee Chair for Mariposa Lily Garden Club, Hospice Festival of Trees
- Producer - Antique sale with admission proceeds benefiting Artist in Residence Program for Silverton grade school
- Co-Producer - Antique sale with admission proceeds benefiting St. Joseph’s Shelter, Mt. Angel
- Tree decorator, Silverton Food Bank Christmas tree auction
- Tree decorator, Seaside Hospital Festival of Trees
Civic Activities - Community service projects
- Volunteer, 2018 - 2019 Greater Bandon Association - Design Committee
- Committee volunteer, Crooked River Ranch - Terrebonne Chamber Gala
- Committee member, Crooked River Ranch - Terrebonne Chamber, Olde Fashioned Christmas Parade, and Co-Chair, Parade Judging Committee, 2008
- Committee member, SEDA (Silverton Economic Development Alliance)
- Volunteer designer, Silverton Chamber events: First Citizen’s Banquet and Annual Chamber Member Party
- Committee member and designer for first annual Ladies Night Out, Silverton Chamber’s largest fund raiser, which net $10,000.00 the first year
- Volunteer designer for Silverton Country Heritage Society’s satellite location displays for Silverton’s sesquicentennial celebration
- Volunteer designer, Silverton business window displays
- Volunteer designer, Homer Davenport Days, Arabian market booth
- Member, Silverton Christmas tree ornament committee
- Volunteer, Silverton Tree Lighting Celebration
- Volunteer judge, Silverton Christmas Light Contest
- Volunteer, Silverton Mural Society
- Volunteer, Mt. Angel Oktoberfest
Board Member Service
2009 - 2013
Served on the board of the High Desert Design Council. Two years as Vice-President, two years as President.
2011 - 2012
Served on the board of Art in the High Desert
2008 - 2010
Co-President Mariposa Lily Garden Club