AWARDS
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THERMADOR + IDS
DIVERSITY IN DESIGN PIPELINE SCHOLARSHIP
2022
NATIONAL AWARD
"Thermador, the iconic American luxury home appliance brand, has announced the 2022 student scholarship recipients of its second annual Diversity in Design Pipeline initiative, which launched last year in partnership with the Interior Design Society (IDS) to empower a new generation of design talent from underrepresented communities...The winning students, who are entering their senior year at accredited interior design programs, will receive a comprehensive awards package that includes a financial scholarship of $10,000 toward tuition. A tailored yearlong mentorship from revered design professionals will also serve to further the students’ burgeoning careers within the industry. Invitations to key industry events, exclusive training..."
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INTERIOR DESIGN SOCIETY
STUDENT DESIGNER OF THE YEAR
2022
NATIONAL AWARD
I chose organic curved shapes for items such as a saddle brown leather drum lighting fixture over the couple's bed. I repeated organic shapes in the iridescent water droplet bedside sconces and again in my seating selection for the reading area. Guided by my client's love of Hollywood Glam, associated with Art Deco when Hollywood began, I balanced these curvilinear forms with sleek geometric lines. Another style that IDS' design challenge clients adored is mid-century modern, and I embraced the use of clean utilitarian furniture construction with natural wood grain. This led me to create a wood-like sauna sanctuary in the bathroom suite. The clients may quench their need for adventure within this space in a lush yet understated environment.
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INTERIOR DESIGN SOCIETY
STUDENT DESIGNER OF THE YEAR
2020
NATIONAL AWARD
Overall, I created a bathroom that is seamlessly accessible, luxurious and a refuge from the demands of everyday life. I incorporated biophilic design, bringing natural elements into the interior environment to improve our quality of life. So, I opened the ceiling and installed a lantern skylight to allow sunlight to pour into the space. I chose surface materials that showcase raw natural patterns, such as veined marble and fully-grained wood planking. The verdant coasts of Western Africa influenced my color palette, and I selected rich hues of ochre, bone, mahogany, and moss. To meet the therapeutic needs of my active clients, I placed importance on their access to a submersible bath. I also created a magnificent shower that massages water jets throughout with plenty of room to spare.
HUBBARDTON FORGE
DESIGN CHALLENGE STUDENT AWARD
2020
INTERNATIONAL AWARD
During the Spring of 2020, Hubbardton Forge invited designers to create a mood board featuring their gorgeous lighting to reflect our current space or dream space. This inspired me to create a patio retreat that one could easily visit. Traditional patterned Nigerian fabrics inspired me. I wanted to reflect the curvy lines in these fabrics throughout the furnishings and lighting selections. I also specified aged bronze finished lighting fixtures and pottery to mirror traditional sculptures found throughout Nigeria.