Winner interviews

Cafe Goldie interior with golden hues and velvet seating

Immersive Interiors by Award-Winning Adean Studios

Recognized by the INT Interior Design Awards, Adean Studios continues to shape hospitality environments that balance narrative, functionality, and atmosphere. Through projects like Boqueria Atlanta, Café Goldie, and Daisy Margarita Bar, the studio demonstrates how thoughtful design can create spaces that are not only visually compelling but also deeply experiential and enduring.

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Exhibition space with round table and warm lighting inside MWH Life style Center

Clearspace Design & Research on Human Systems, Sustainability, and the Renewal of Space

Clearspace Design & Research transforms an industrial structure into MWH Life style Center, a contemporary exhibition and co-learning space shaped by architecture, sensory experience, and sustainability. Led by Ryan Kuo, the project explores interior design as system transformation, where light, material, and human interaction redefine how spaces support life, creativity, and connection.

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A view across the living room showcasing the apartment’s flowing spatial layout

Increments Studio on Crafting Calm, Light, and Spatial Poetry in Ningbo Residence

Ningbo Residence by Increments Studio reimagines the home as a living journey of form, light, and calm. Founded by architects Naomi Ng and Liang Hu, the studio approaches interiors as extensions of architecture, where texture arises from shadow and shape rather than decoration. Inspired by East Asian philosophies and the meticulous craftsmanship of Carlo Scarpa, this award-winning project embodies slow living – a serene balance of lightness, warmth, and intention that invites reflection in every detail.

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Open living space with kitchen and dining area filled with natural light

Vladyslav Diachok on Crafting Calm and Contextual Spaces at Beach Villa

Beach Villa reimagines coastal living through clarity, proportion, and emotional balance. Diachok Architects unite architecture and interior into one seamless experience, aligning sightlines, using a neutral palette, and introducing a courtyard that brings daylight deep inside. The result is an open yet private sanctuary shaped by the Hamptons landscape, where restrained materials, thoughtful spatial edits, and gentle indoor to outdoor transitions support daily life with quiet elegance.

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Interior of Poppy Lounge with copper-tiled ceiling and long wooden table

Takuro Nakaya on Designing Quiet Spaces That Hold Time

Japanese designer Takuro Nakaya of shirokuma and company reimagines the spirit of the kissaten through Poppy Roastery and Poppy Lounge. With handcrafted copper, aged wood, and subtle light, his award-winning interiors offer a modern reflection on memory, craft, and the beauty of imperfection.

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Exterior view of Tombolo residence surrounded by palms with mountains in the distance

Daniel Joseph Chenin: Weaving Architecture and Emotion into Timeless Space

In Tombolo, Daniel Joseph Chenin fuses architecture and interior design into one fluid expression of form and feeling. With its sculptural geometry, desert setting, and handcrafted detailing, the residence tells a story of connection – between people, place, and time. Recognized at the INT Interior Design Awards, it stands as a masterclass in restraint, material authenticity, and narrative design.

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Obica Restaurant dining hall featuring a chandelier made of 78,000 mother-of-pearl shells

Mohamed Alqari on Weaving Heritage, Luxury, and Storytelling in Design

In Obica Restaurant and Lounge, Mohamed Alqari fuses Bahrain’s cultural heritage with modern sophistication. The space’s dramatic palette, handcrafted details, and iconic mother-of-pearl chandelier create an atmosphere of timeless glamour. Recognized by the INT Interior Design Awards, Obica stands as a landmark of artistry and storytelling in Middle Eastern design.

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