30th Anniversary
The 2025 Premiere Design Awards competition and celebration marks the 30th Anniversary of the IIDA Mid-Atlantic Chapter Premiere, a program developed to recognize local design achievement and encourage new ideas in the design of interior spaces. IIDA MAC is dedicated to advancing the knowledge of interior design among professionals and expanding the awareness and appreciation of interior design among the general public. The Premiere Design Awards demonstrates to the public the availability of design excellence in local firms and has been a signature event since the founding of the Mid-Atlantic Chapter. Project entries are submitted by local design firms and are judged by a curated collection of Professional IIDA members from outside the Mid-Atlantic Region.
PINNACLE AWARD WINNER 2024
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY HART AUDITORIUM
DESIGN FIRM: PERKINS&WILL
Embodying the Law Center’s mission – “Law is but a means, justice is the end,” the new Hart Auditorium enhances the overall cohesiveness within the campus, strengthening the brand and importance of showcasing the impact of Georgetown Law.
DESIGN TEAM
Nancy Gribeluk
Carl Knutson
Tom Butcavage
Elaine Zhang
Tamara Cavin
Jodi Schmohe
JUDGES COMMENTS
“Transformed with Respect: This Washington, D.C. auditorium celebrates a modern upgrade that honors the original design by Edward Durrell Stone. Stone's legacy of community-focused architecture is echoed in the renovation's emphasis on inclusivity. Sleek, functional new features thoughtfully address the space's limitations, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that caters to all users including students, faculty and guests.”
Thank you to everyone who submitted projects and joined us for the 2024 Premiere, Design Awards! See you April 30th, 2025!