Photo Flash: Inaugural Hamptons Design & Trade Show House Features Local Designers, Artists and More

The inaugural Hamptons Design & Trade Show House which benefits The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation bowed on Sunday, August 11. The show house, which features the work of over 20 designers, artists and local businesses, is the product of a unique and talented group of designers and artist from New York City to Montauk presented by ISC Design Concepts led by designer Scott Benjamin Tucker, The Hamptons Design & Trade Host Committee and Storm Motors. The Hamptons Design & Trade Show House is located at 470 Montauk Highway, west of Hill Station Road, Southampton, New York 11968. Scroll down for photos from the show!

The Show House is a mid century, contemporary 3 level open plan Atterbury home steps from Shinnecock Bay in Southampton built on 2.5 acres of the original Grosvenor Atterbury Estate. Surrounded by multi level outdoor decks the exterior and pool were the ideal showcase areas for unique seating and dining areas staged by Ernie J. Hulsey for The Mill at Southampton; Sam Bowden for Contemporary Perspective and Scott Benjamin Tucker for Raunjiba. Under a marquee, Rita Winkler of Vine & Branches offered tasty samples of her infused olive oils & vinegars.

The interior was redone to showcase both the finest in contemporary paintings, sculpture and mixed media works by Kevin Berlin, Catherine Latson, Adrienne Whaeed, One 9, Wyatt Gallery and Paul Deo, as well as, contemporary furniture and accessories Highlights included a den by acclaimed artist and designer Jeff Muhs which featured his swirling Emirate Chairs and tables; a traditional Hamptons style living room by designer Katie Huddleston for Pottery Bar and a jaw-dropping dining area featuring a glass table on a massive free-form wood base staged by Ernie J. Hulsey and set in front of one of Scott Benjamin Tucker's thought provoking paintings.

Show House is open to the public for tours from 12PM to 4PM today, August 12th through August 18th. The event will close with a cocktail reception on August 18 to benefit The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Tickets are $100. For tickets and information visit www.hamptonsdtsh.com. A portion of ticket sales and 100% of the silent auction supports the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. A suggested donation of $10 can be made at the door for the daily tours.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) is the world's leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis. The Foundation funds more CF research than any other organization, and nearly every CF drug available today was made possible because of Foundation support. Based inBethesda, MD., the Foundation also supports and accredits a national care center network that has been recognized by the National Institutes of Health as a model of care for a chronic disease. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is a donor-supported nonprofit organization. For more information, go to www.cff.org.

Participants include designer Scott Benjamin Tucker; designer Jeff Muhs; Ernie J. Hulsey, the Mill at Southampton, Katie Huddleston, Pottery Barn Design; Artist Kevin Berlin, Wyatt Gallery; Orlando Dominguez, lighting designer; ONE 9; Catherine Latson, sculptor; Adrienne Whaeed, photographer; Paul Deo, artist; Neighborhood Partners include Beth McNeill, McNeill Art Group, Showhouse Artist Consultant; Storm Motors Southampton; Raunjiba , Furniture for life; Pottery Barn; Pottery Barn Kids; Contemporary Perspective; The Mill at Southampton; Sisal Rugs; Riverhead Building Supply; Bedoya Brothers Landscaping; Touch of Modern; FREEFORM + DEFORM Architecture, Brooklyn; Hampton Security ; Flying Point Surf & Sport; Valspar Consumer Division and Wonk Furniture. There will be daily event, seminars and product demonstrations where you can meet the experts and gain valuable knowledge to enhance the quality of life for you, your family and your community.

Photo Credit: John Wegorzewski