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!
THE DINE AWARD facilities that provide a food and/or beverage service or venue for the public Yohei Sushi by Wander X Wonder
THE IMPACT AWARD chosen for a project’s positive impact on the community CPB Kahului by Next Design
THE DINE AWARD facilities that provide a food and/or beverage service or venue for the public Yohei Sushi by Wander X Wonder
THE PLAY AWARD 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
THE IMPACT AWARD chosen for a project’s positive impact on the community CPB Kahului by Next Design
THE HEAL AWARD facilities dedicated to health and wellness Fertility Institute of Hawaii by Next Design
THE SHOP AWARD customer spaces for selling products and goods Uncle Paul’s Corner Store by Next Design
THE LEARN AWARD facilities with a focus on study, learning or research PACE at RISE Center by AHL
THE MAKER AWARD the design & fabrication of a locally-made custom interiors element University of Hawaii at Manoa by Design Loops
THE LIVE AWARD housing where multiple, separate residential units are contained within one building or complex with shared common spaces Capitol Place Amenity Spaces by Inform Design
THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD chosen by the general public HFS Federal Credit Union by District Architects
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 Mary Philpotts McGrath Founding Designer, Philpotts Interiors
THE INDUSTRY IMPACT 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 Holly Boling Ruiz, ASID, IIDA Partner, Philpotts Interiors
THE EMERGING PROFESSIONAL AWARD 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
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
MEET THE JURY PANEL
Dr. Liza Lockard, M.ARCH, PHD, NCIDQ, ASID, IIDA, IDEC, LEED, SEED Co-Founder and Executive Director, Pacific Academy of Building Design
Katy Mercer, IIDA Principal and Interior Design Lead, West Coast Sutdios
Matt Thompson, ASSOCIATE IIDA, CDF Strategic Relationship Executive, MillerKnoll
MAHALO TO OUR EMCEES
Chapter President, Monique Palisbo and President-Elect, Nicolle Soriano-Perez
