In the Hawaiian language, hoohuli refers to the idea of change. This is, at heart, what excellent interior design achieves – the transformation of interior environments, and in turn, the transformation of the users who experience and are inspired by them. Interior design goes beyond the physical and often affects the unseen – functionality, health and well-being. Native to Hawaii and characterized by its vibrant colors, the King Kamehameha butterfly and its movement are symbolic of this conversion by way of design.
The Hoohuli Awards celebrate this transformation by honoring outstanding and original commercial interior design in Hawaii. Local designers are provided an opportunity to highlight their projects to a larger audience. Winning a Hoohuli Award is a mark of exceptional commercial design, vetted by seasoned and trusted leaders in the national interior design community. In this inception year, the awards’ mission is to promote the value of Hawaii designers and perpetuate the interior design profession for years to come.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR’S WINNERS!
exemplifies the best overall design of all entries
Yohei Sushi by Wander X Wonder
chosen for a project’s positive impact on the community
CPB Kahului by Next Design
facilities that provide a food and/or beverage
service or venue for the public
Yohei Sushi by Wander X Wonder
facilities that provide a service, entertainment or hospitality venue for the purpose of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation
Marriott Vacation Club King Kalakaua Plaza Waikiki by G70
a corporate office space for the operation of public or private business
CPB Kahului by Next Design
facilities dedicated to health and wellness
Fertility Institute of Hawaii by Next Design
customer spaces for selling products and goods
Uncle Paul’s Corner Store by Next Design
facilities with a focus on study, learning or research
PACE at RISE Center by AHL
the design & fabrication of a locally-made custom interiors element
University of Hawaii at Manoa by Design Loops
housing where multiple, separate residential units are contained within one building or complex with shared common spaces
Capitol Place Amenity Spaces by Inform Design
chosen by the general public
HFS Federal Credit Union by District Architects
honors a person, company or organization whose contributions have advanced the interior design profession in Hawaii, exemplifies advocacy, mentorship, design innovation, and sustainable leadership
Mary Philpotts McGrath
Founding Designer, Philpotts Interiors
recognizes an active IIDA Professional, Associate, or industry member within the IIDA Hawaii Pacific Chapter who exemplifies outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, advocacy, mentorship, and leadership
Holly Boling Ruiz, ASID, IIDA
Partner, Philpotts Interiors
honors a junior design leader who has advanced the interior design profession through hard work and a passion for design
Allyson Gonzaga
Junior Designer, The Vanguard Theory
recognizes an active IIDA Professional, Associate, or industry member within the IIDA Hawaii Pacific Chapter who exemplifies outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, advocacy, mentorship, and leadership
Monique Palisbo, Assoc. IIDA, WELL AP, LEED Green Associate, Interior Designer at Next Design, LLC
MEET THE JURY PANEL
Co-Founder and Executive Director, Pacific Academy of Building Design
Principal and Interior Design Lead, West Coast Sutdios
Strategic Relationship Executive, MillerKnoll
MAHALO TO OUR EMCEES
