Ho’ohuli Awards 2023

HAWAII’S COMMERCIAL INTERIOR DESIGN AWARDS

2023 HOʻOHULI WINNERS

THE HOʻOHULI AWARD
exemplifies the best overall design of all entries
Wayfinder Waikiki by The Vanguard Theory

THE AGAINST ALL ODDS AWARD
exemplifies award-winning design despite a limited budget, schedule
or other extraordinary challenges or constraints
Pacific 19 by The Vanguard Theory

THE IMPACT AWARD
chosen for a project’s positive impact on the community
Girl Scouts of Hawai’i STEM Center for Excellence by G70

THE LIVE AWARD
housing where multiple, separate residential units are contained
within one building or complex with shared common spaces
Ulana Sales Gallery by Inform Design

THE MAKER AWARD
the design & fabrication of a locally-made custom interiors element 
Muliwai by WCIT Architecture

THE PLAY AWARD
facilities that provide a service, entertainment or hospitality venue
for the purpose of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation
Wayfinder Waikiki by The Vanguard Theory

THE SHOP AWARD
customer spaces for selling products and goods
Local Motion Outrigger Reef Waikiki by Wander x Wonder

THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
chosen by the general public
Straub Medical Center – Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Clinic by Stantec

THE LEGACY AWARD
honors a person, company or organization whose contributions have advanced
the interior design profession in Hawaii, exemplifies advocacy,
mentorship, design innovation, and sustainable leadership
Sheryl B. Seaman, AIA, IIDA, LEED AP, Vice Chairman at G70

THE MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD
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

THE DINE CATEGORY HONORABLE MENTION
facilities that provide a food and/or beverage
service or venue for the public
Senia by WRNS Studio

THE LIVE CATEGORY HONORABLE MENTION
housing where multiple, separate residential units are contained
within one building or complex with shared common spaces
Ritz-Carlton Penthouse Residences, Waikiki Beach by Guerin Glass Architects

THE PLAY CATEGORY HONORABLE MENTION
facilities that provide a service, entertainment or hospitality venue
for the purpose of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation
Hotel Wailea Suites by Philpotts Interiors