Interior Design Announces Inductees for 25th Annual Hall of Fame Gala
The 2009 honors go to Tony Chi, Vladimir Kagan, Nick Luzietti, Leo Marmol, Ron Radziner, and Gensler.
Laurel Petriello -- Interior Design, 10/26/2009 12:00:00 AM
The year’s end is fast approaching and holiday parties will soon be in full swing, but for the design world, one event will outshine them all. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Interior Design magazine is pulling out all the stops in preparation for 2009’s biggest industry soiree, the 2009 Hall of Fame gala.
Year after year, the Hall of Fame, originally established in 1985 by former Interior Design publisher Lester Dundes, recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth and prominence of the design industry. Lighting up the event’s silver-anniversary stage, the 2009 inductees include: Tony Chi of tonychi and associates; Vladimir Kagan of Vladimir Kagan Design Group; Nick Luzietti of VOA Associates; Leo Marmol and Ron Radziner of Marmol Radziner + Associates; and, recipient of this year’s special award, Gensler.
Tony Chi, the principal of New York–based tonychi and associates, recognized his penchant for art and design as a young child. Dedicating his life’s journey to his field, Chi’s client base spans the world in places like Asia, South America, Russia, and the United States. The designer dubs his personal design philosophy “invisible design,” defining the craft as “what touches you rather than what you see.”
Vladimir Kagan’s career has spanned more than 60 years. President of the Vladmir Kagan Design Group, the enduring furniture designer regards his clients—from Hollywood A-listers to international corporate giants—as some of the biggest names in the 21st century. His work graces the permanent collections of top museums worldwide, including the Vitra Design Museum, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Nick Luzietti is the design principal of VOA Associates. He is loved and revered both for his outrageous earthly behavior and passionate off-screen crusade as comical ambassador for all living things, including designers. Specializing in interiors since 1975, Luzietti’s personal touch can be found in commercial applications across the globe, including education, government, health care, and hospitality.
Leo Marmol and Ron Radziner established the Los Angeles–based firm Marmol Radziner + Associates in 1989 as a unique design-build practice led by architects. Since its inception, the firm has developed a reputation for its innovative design, sustainable architecture, and prolific restoration work, which has grown to offer a range of design services including landscape design, interior design, and prefabricated housing.
Headquartered in San Francisco, Gensler is one of today’s largest architecture and interior firms worldwide. Gensler’s roots date back to 1965 when Arthur Gensler, Drue Gensler, and Jim Follett founded the company, which was then distinctly focused on commercial interiors. Growing to more than 32 locations across the globe, the firm spearheads more than 3,000 commercial projects each year, including office, education, transportation, retail, mixed-use, and hospitality.
Inductees will be honored in a black-tie affair held December 2 at New York’s grand Waldorf-Astoria Hotel. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, as well as The Alpha Workshops, a non-profit organization that trains and employs those living with HIV/AIDS in the decorative arts. Tickets for the event are $600 and can be purchased through Regina Freedman.
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