Interior designer and potter Jonathan Adler designed a real-life version of Barbie's Dream House in Malibu, California, for Mattel. The 'dream home' was set up in a rental house that overlooks the Pacific Ocean. It was created for of Barbie's 50th birthday gala that will take place on Monday, March 9, 2009.People.com: Jonathan Adler Decorates for A Surprising Star: Barbie! (January 31, 2009)
After the celebration, the custom Barbie decor will be sent to the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, for their special Barbie Suite. Adler will launch the "Jonathan Adler Loves Barbie" collection in September 2009.WTop.com: Barbie's Real-life Dream House Created in Malibu (March 6, 2009)
Jonathan Adler was commissioned by Mattel to create the backdrop for Barbie's 50th birthday party on March 9, 2009. The project took six months to plan. The house is a 3,500 square foot mansion in Malibu that is often rented for movie shoots. The decor includes a chandelier made from Barbie hair, chairs that look like dresses and a sunburst mirror made from Barbie dolls.Business Wire: Life-size Barbie Dream House in Malibu, Calif., to Play Host (March 4, 2009) Barbie's bedroom has a pink carpet and her closet is filled with 50 pairs of high-heeled shoes.WTop.com: Barbie's Real-life Dream House Created in Malibu (March 6, 2009)
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Is an interior designer known for his "hippy chic" themed designsOfficial Site: Jonathan Adler
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Was a judge on Bravo's Top Design
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Began working at a talent agency in New York City, in 1990About Jonathan Adler
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Became interested in pottery at an early ageAbout Jonathan Adler
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Opened a pottery store in New York City in 1998About Jonathan Adler
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