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Quotes from 2025 TopID winners
“JAI is truly honored to be selected by the NEWH Sunshine Chapter as a TopID firm for 2025! With so many incredibly talented and award-winning interior design firms in our chapter, we are deeply grateful for this recognition of our team’s hard work and dedication.”
Jacki Arena
Owner + Principal
JAI – Jacki Arena Interiors
“This award takes pride of place in our Las Vegas office as a reminder of our love for hospitality design, and our gratitude for being part of this incredible design community. Thank you, NEWH, for this prestigious honor.”
Alex Woogmaster
Founder
Woogmaster Studio
“Thank you, NEWH, for this meaningful recognition. It is a privilege to be acknowledged by an organization that fosters growth, learning, and connection within our industry. This award is a reflection of our team, whose dedication and talent make everything we achieve possible. We are inspired to keep striving for excellence in design.”
Giana DiLeonardo
Partner
DiLeonardo
“OZ is thrilled to be honored for the third consecutive year in 2025 with the NEWH TopID award. As it has been in years past, this recognition reflects our clients’ dedication to extraordinary design outcomes, the caliber of outstanding projects we are privileged to work on daily, and the exceptional talent we have cultivated within OZ. This award inspires our team in the pursuit of design excellence, mentorship, and leadership. We will continue to inspire and innovate in the industry – next year and beyond!”
Rebecca Stone
Principal
OZ Architecture, Inc.
“Being recognized as a 2025 TopID firm by NEWH is an incredible honor and a testament to the dedication, passion, and creativity of our entire team. We are thrilled to be part of a community that values education, design excellence and innovation specific to the hospitality design industry.”
Libby Patrick
CEO and Founder
Sims Patrick Studio
“Being recognized as one of the TopID firms in South Florida by NEWH for 6 years in a row is a proud achievement that reflects our commitment to innovation, quality, and collaboration. It inspires us to continue pushing boundaries, giving back to the community, and contributing to the growth of the design industry in this vibrant region. Sincerely honored to get this recognition by NEWH.”
Sherif Ayad
President & CEO
ID & Design International
“We are honored to be recognized amongst our esteemed colleagues of Los Angeles for TopID firm for 2025. While we at Leo A Daly are constantly pushing to innovate and improve design solutions for our clients; collectively, as NEWH members, we are all pushing the industry and each other forward. We are incredibly grateful for this recognition by NEWH and all it does to enrich our industry.”
Christy L. Coleman
Senior Associate, Director of Design, Hospitality Interiors
LEO A DALY / LA
“It is a true honor to be recognized as a TopID firm for 2025 in the hospitality design industry. NEWH’s celebration of diverse talent is a testament to the creativity and innovation that drives our field. At AJC Design, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of design with fresh, imaginative ideas while maintaining a practical sensibility that ensures our creations are both visionary and functional. We will continue to strive for excellence, relevance, and a lasting impact in every project we undertake.”
Alicia Cannon
Founder and Principal
AJC Design
“We’re beyond grateful to NEWH for naming us a TopID firm! Being recognized means the world to us. Thank you for championing devotion, innovation and creativity in hospitality.”
Malcolm Berg
President & Design Director
EoA
“PIVOTstudio is thrilled to be recognized by the NEWH Cincinnati Chapter as a TopID firm for 2025. We are proud of what we achieve everyday, together as a team, and for our clients. Thank you NEWH for recognizing us – it is truly an honor, and reminder, to challenge ourselves to be brave and deliver PIVOTal guest experiences – ones that are unforgettable.”
PIVOTstudio
“I am truly honored to be recognized by NEWH AZ for the 2025 TopID award! I was introduced to NEWH through a dear friend and colleague in the same year testani design troupe, inc. was founded in 1997. The dedication and passion demonstrated by the leaders and members of NEWH is a true testament to the power of community and collaboration within the hospitality industry. To me, NEWH is the glue that holds the hospitality industry together, and I will always be grateful and proud to be a member of this remarkable organization.”
Judith Testani
President/Owner
Testani Design Troupe, Inc.
“PFW Designs is incredibly honored for the recognition from the North Central Chapter as a TopID firm for 2025. To be recognized for our work in design is a privilege, but to be acknowledged for our contributions to an organization as impactful as NEWH makes this honor even more meaningful.”
Christina Fluegel
CEO/Principal
PFW Designs
“We admire and respect NEWH for their passion and valued support of our industry and its people. We’re honored to be considered among the leading ID firms of our industry and proud of our continued partnership with NEWH.”
Chris McDonough
Principal
Interiors: Bespoke Studio
The Gettys Group Companies
“I am truly honored that sensitori has been named an NEWH TopID Firm, a recognition that reflects 36 years of contributing to Houston’s vibrant hospitality community, mentoring the next generation of like-minded creatives, and collaborating with fellow designers and architects. At sensitori, I strive to create spaces that ignite the senses and connect people to nature and each other. This award is a testament to the collective passion and dedication of our team.”
Gail McCleese
Founder + Sensory Director
sensitori
“Eimer Design is thrilled, humbled and honored to be selected as a 2025 TopID Firm. This award is a testament to the creativity, passion and drive our Studio Team has for creating exceptional spaces, and to our amazing Clients and collaborators across the U.S. We are truly grateful for the privilege to be recognized among the top tier of designers in our industry. Thank you NEWH and congratulations to all the TopID winners!”
Ed Eimer, AIA NCARB
President
Eimer Design
“We are so honored to be named a TopID firm for 2025. At Stonehill Taylor, we are passionate about creating spaces that are rooted in a strong narrative and reflect our clients’ unique visions. Whether through architecture or interior design, we strive to craft hospitality spaces that honor the character of each project and leave a lasting impression. This recognition is a testament to the dedication and creativity of our entire team.”
Paul Taylor
President
Stonehill Taylor
“Studio 59 East is incredibly honored to be named a 2025 NEWH TopID firm. This recognition celebrates the dedication, passion, and creativity our team brings to every project. We are proud to be part of such an inspiring and innovative hospitality design community.”
Jessica Smith & Carolyn Lennon
Founders
Studio 59 East
“It’s an honor to be named a 2025 TopID firm as it’s a reflection of our truly talented, creative and hardworking team at Shea. We’re proud to be a part of NEWH’s inspiring community, and we look forward to continuing to grow and innovate within the hospitality industry.”
Heather Sorensen & Cori Kuechenmeister
Directors of Design
Shea
“We are deeply honored to be recognized as a TopID firm in Arizona for 2025 by NEWH. This accolade reflects our commitment to innovative, thoughtful design and our passion for creating spaces that inspire connection and foster well-being. It’s a testament to the incredible collaboration and creativity of our team at Mendil + Meyer, and we’re excited to continue shaping the future of hospitality design with intention and purpose.”
Ben Meyer – Co-Founder + Principal Architect
Anissa Mendil – Co-Founder + Creative Director
MENDIL + MEYER
“At DLR Group we create spaces that tell stories, evoke emotion, and bring people together for memorable experiences. We’re proud to be recognized by NEWH Chicago as a TopID firm in 2025 and look forward to working with our clients to continue pushing the boundaries of hospitality design.”
Rebecca Buchmeier, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Principal and Hospitality Leader
DLR Group
“PIVOTstudio is thrilled to be recognized by the NEWH Cincinnati Chapter as a TopID firm for 2025. We are proud of what we achieve everyday, together as a team, and for our clients. Thank you NEWH for recognizing us – it is truly an honor, and reminder, to challenge ourselves to be brave and deliver PIVOTal guest experiences – ones that are unforgettable.”
Meagan Barless and Rachael Leson
Partners, Creative Leads
PIVOTstudio
“Cuningham is honored to be recognized as a TopID firm by NEWH, expressing pride in being part of an industry driven by a strong passion for design and a commitment to improving our world.”
Michele Espeland
Principal/Design Director
Cuningham / Minneapolis
“A commitment to excellence, to building community within our industry, to fostering the next generation of talent, and to pushing the boundaries of creativity—that’s what the NEWH Top ID award stands for. We are so honored to receive this award, especially within such an accomplished field of colleagues. On behalf of the team here at EDG, thank you!”
Jennifer Johanson
President & CEO
EDG
“We are grateful to be named NEWH’s TopID for 2025. This award reflects the passion and dedication of our incredible teams, who consistently strive to create spaces that enrich our clients’ lives. This recognition also inspires us to continue pushing the boundaries of design through innovation and an unwavering commitment to the communities where we work and live.”
Katie Sander Smith
Associate
Cuningham / LA
“We are proud to be recognized by NEWH as TopID 2025. Partnerships and initiatives such as those supported by NEWH are the foundation of our success within our local community and beyond. We appreciate our collaborators and hard-working, talented design studio, and clients who allow us to show them our passion for design and create visions for them. We look forward to future projects and continuing to develop design solutions that fuse artistry and intentionality, and create spaces that are beautiful, functional, and sustainable.”
Heather Wildman
Principal & Design Director
Wildman Chalmers Design
“The entire team at Luminaut is honored to be recognized by NEWH as a TopID firm. The creativity, passion, and excellence displayed in the hospitality design community inspires and drives us to the extraordinary. We appreciate this acknowledgement and say congratulations to our fellow TopID firms.”
Matt Erdman
CEO
Luminaut
“Receiving the TopID award from NEWH is a great honor for Abel Design Group. It recognizes not only the wonderful and thoughtful designs created by our team but, most importantly, the team themselves. They work so hard to help our client’s vision become reality. They spend countless hours dreaming about, fretting about, and ultimately making decisions regarding their designs, which are ultimately displayed for anyone and everyone to critique. Winning the award validates all of their hard work and highlights their expertise. I cannot thank NEWH enough for such an honor.”
Jeffrey Abel
Managing Principal
Abel Design Group
“Being recognized as a TopID firm by NEWH is a true honor that reflects Gensler’s design excellence and commitment to supporting NEWH’s mission of scholarship and education. This prestigious award reflects not only the creativity and impact of our work but also our dedication to fostering the future of design within our industry.”
Alejandro Guerrero
Principal
Gensler Dallas
“We are honored to be named a TopID firm for 2025. This recognition celebrates the passion of our team and our commitment to creating spaces that set a new benchmark for elevated luxury experiences.”
Amy Jakubowski
Managing Director & Principal
PYR
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as a TopID Firm by NEWH for the second year in a row. Consistency and maintaining that level of creativity, delivery, and professionalism are embedded into our culture and approach to our work. This distinction not only acknowledges our unwavering passion for exceptional hospitality design but also celebrates the craftsmanship and attention to detail that we pour into every project at JCJ Architecture. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such talented team members and partners, whose collaboration and dedication bring our vision to life.”
JoyceLynn Lagula
Associate Principal/Studio Leader
JCJ Architecture, Las Vegas
“We are absolutely thrilled to have DV8 Designs recognised as a 2025 Top Interior Designer firm by NEWH. This honour highlights the passion, creativity, and dedication our team pours into every project, and it’s deeply rewarding to see our efforts celebrated by such a respected organisation. Being part of a community that defines and energises the interior design industry is both an honour and a privilege. We look forward to continuing to push boundaries and deliver inspiring spaces in the years to come.”
Lee Birchall MD
Managing Director
DV8 Designs
“Baskervill is honored to be named a TopID firm for 2025 by NEWH! Our team truly believes great design sparks ideas and brings people together, and this recognition fuels our drive to keep creating impactful spaces. A special thanks to NEWH for championing innovation and building a community that keeps design bold, meaningful, and full of shared passion.”
Adrienne Scribner, CID, ASID
Principal | Managing Director
Baskervill – Washington DC
“Our team at LEO A DALY is beyond honored to receive the TopID Award for 2025! We are extremely proud to be continually recognized by our peers and fellow members within NEWH. With our belief in the ability of design to elevate a community and an investment, we eagerly look forward to the inspiring ideas of not only our own team here at LEO A DALY, but also those of the entire Dallas hospitality design industry that makes the NEWH Dallas chapter such an incredible community.”
Ann Ramsey
Business Development
LEO A DALY
“CHIL is deeply honored to receive the NEWH TopID recognition for both our Vancouver and Toronto studios this year. Winning this award for eight consecutive years in Vancouver and twice in Toronto reflects the incredible dedication, creativity, and passion of our team. Thank you, NEWH, for this meaningful acknowledgment that inspires us to continue pushing boundaries in hospitality design.”
Adèle Rankin
Principal & Global Design Lead
CHIL Interior Design
“Being recognized as a TopID Firm by NEWH is a true honor for Smith Gee Studio. This acknowledgment reflects the creativity, thoughtfulness, and hard work our team invests in every project. It inspires us to continue pushing boundaries in design and further solidifies our passion for delivering exceptional results that resonate within the industry.”
Dallas Caudle, AIA
Founding Principal
Smith Gee Studio
“To our firm, this award is more than recognition–it’s a celebration of the stories we bring to life through design. It reflects the trust our clients place in us and the collective vision of our team to create spaces that inspire, connect, and endure. While it is an honor to receive, it’s also a reminder to keep evolving and redefining what’s possible in the world of Hospitality Design.”
Michaela Thompson
Interior Designer
LEO A DALY / Dallas
“To be recognized by NEWH as a 2025 TopID firm is an incredible honor. We greatly admire NEWH, its mission and its passion to support our incredible industry and are thrilled to have our team and their wonderful accomplishments. Thank you NEWH for this award and, more importantly, everything you do to support hospitality, design, education and excellence.”
David Shove-Brown
Partner
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“Being named a 2025 TopID firm by NEWH New England fills us with profound gratitude. This recognition reinforces our commitment to elevating the hospitality industry through design that seamlessly blends innovation with purpose. The NEWH community has been instrumental in fostering meaningful connections with visionaries who share our passion for thoughtfully reimagining spaces in bold new ways. As we look ahead, we’re inspired to continue pushing boundaries and shaping extraordinary experiences across New England and beyond.”
Angela Dewar, LEED GA NCIDQ
Senior Interior Designer
Bergmeyer
“We are deeply honored to be recognized as a TopID firm for 2025 by our local chapter/regional board. This award is a testament to the passion, creativity, and dedication our team brings to every project. It reinforces our commitment to delivering excellence and inspiring designs that make a meaningful impact in our community. Thank you for this incredible recognition—it motivates us to continue striving for innovation and success!”
Stina Funch
Founder Creative Director
Atwater Inc.
“We are honored to be chosen the top Interior Design Firm in South Carolina for 2025. After 37 years, it is our clients, the team at J Banks, and our vendors who allow us to create the spaces and projects that we are honored to become a part of each year. I would never have dreamed that we would work on some of the most prestigious golf clubs, resorts, hotels, and projects in the world when this journey began.”
Joni Burden
Founder, Executive Chairman, and Creative Director
J. Banks Design
“We are proud to receive the prestigious NEWH TopID Award. This honor is especially meaningful as our beloved Paris hosts NEWH’s Leadership Conference in 2025, coinciding with the formalization of Saguez & Dash, our global hospitality practice. We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone alongside NEWH.”
Boris Gentine
General & Creation Director
Saguez & Dash.
“To be named TopID 2025 by NEWH is both an honor and a responsibility. It acknowledges the work we’ve done and challenges us to keep striving for excellence in our craft. We are deeply grateful to NEWH for this recognition and for celebrating the power of design.”
Nicholas J Hickson and Manuela Mannino
Partners and Co-Founders
THDP
“We are deeply honored to be recognized as a 2025 TopID firm by NEWH. At BAMO, our passion for crafting exceptional, memorable spaces is fueled by the strength of the relationships we’ve cultivated across the hospitality industry. This recognition celebrates not only our dedication to design excellence but also the collaborative spirit that defines our work.
As a firm grounded in timeless craftsmanship and forward-thinking innovation, we are inspired by NEWH’s mission to foster education, leadership, and community within our industry. This accolade reinforces our commitment to creating environments that uplift and inspire, while contributing to the evolving landscape of hospitality design.”
Anne Wilkinson
Principal
BAMO
“We are so honored to once again be recognized by NEWH with the TopID award. RFM has an incredible team of designers serving many wonderful hospitality clients throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. We are grateful to NEWH for celebrating the work of our firm and others and appreciate this recognition.”
Erin Hatch, CPSM and Jennifer Fleming, NCIDQ
Principals
Rice Fergus Miller
“We are incredibly honored to have been recognized as NEWH’s TopID 2025! This recognition is a testament to the hard work, passion, and dedication of the entire HBA San Francisco team. We are grateful for the relationships we’ve built with our trade partners and appreciate the NEWH organization for acknowledging our collective efforts.”
Meghann Day
Partner
HBA – San Francisco
“It’s an honor to be recognized by NEWH TopID and we’re beyond thrilled to be a part of the 2025 Class! It makes it even more special knowing we’ve been selected by our industry peers.”
Lesley Hughes Wyman
Principal/Partner
MatchLine Design Group
“Being recognized as a TopID for 2025 by NEWH is a true honor and a testament to the dedication and artistry we bring to every project. The team at House of Form approaches design with intention, weaving together materials and designing solutions that create spaces where people come together. This award affirms our commitment to thoughtful, impactful design, and we are deeply grateful to NEWH for this meaningful acknowledgment of our work.”
Dala Al-Fuwaires
CEO & Founder
House of Form
“We are thrilled to be named TopID2025 by NEWH for the second time! This recognition is a testament to 12 years of Design Command’s dedication and commitment to delivering exceptional design. It is an honour and we are so grateful to be awarded by such an inspiring organisation – thank you for this incredible acknowledgment!”
Design Command
“We are incredibly honored to receive the TopID award from NEWH. This recognition reflects the passion and dedication our team brings to every project, as well as our commitment to elevating hospitality design. At Studio IDC, we strive to create spaces that inspire connection, celebrate innovation, and leave a lasting impression. Being part of the NEWH community and its mission to support education and growth in our industry makes this award even more meaningful.”
Todd Tyler
Chief Creative Officer
Studio IDC