A NEW DAWN OF DESIGN EXCELLENCE
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Illuminate Design Awards Gala. This unforgettable evening celebrated the creativity, innovation, and impact of interior design across North Florida.
From inspiring project submissions to meaningful industry recognition, this year’s gala reflected the talent, collaboration, and dedication that continue to move our design community forward.
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2026 DESIGN AWARD WINNERS
education & research
kasper architects + associates
unbuilt
Hoefer Welker
historic revitalization
Lane Architecture
restaurants
rdid
Commercial small
RS&H
commercial medium
Micamy Design Studio
commercial large
kasper architects + associates
healthcare small
kasper architects + associates
healthcare medium
Flad Architects | UF Health
healthcare large
Flad Architects | UF Health
healthcare xl
Gresham Smith
single Family Residential
Micamy Design Studio
Multi Family Residential
Group 4 Design, Inc
creative Install
Blue Lane Creative
product placement
Perdue Office Interiors
spotlight award winners
people’s choice
Rebecca Davisson Interior Design
judge’s choice
kasper architects + associates
radiance award winners
The Radiance Awards recognize individuals who have made a meaningful impact on the design profession and the North Florida design community.
emerging professional
Caroline Riedel
RS&H
industry champion
Allison Hunter
Sesco Lighting
designer of the year
Mary Couch
Gresham Smith
Thank you to our 2026 panel of judges for their time, expertise, and thoughtful review of this year’s submissions.
All submissions were reviewed through a blind jury process by industry professionals from outside the region.
Projects are evaluated based on:
Concept & Narrative
Design Excellence & Materiality
Functionality & User Experience
Innovation & Originality
This process ensures each submission is evaluated fairly, objectively, and solely on the strength of the work presented.
meet OUR 2026 JUDGES
2026 event sponsors
This event would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Thank you for helping us celebrate design excellence and elevate our local design community.
