Lauren Rottet, founding principal and president of Rottet Studio, has been named the recipient of the inaugural International Interior Design Association (IIDA) ICON Award, which recognizes an individual’s service and contributions to the interior design industry.
An acclaimed architect, designer, and art curator, Rottet was the first woman in history to be elevated to Fellow status by both the IIDA and American Institute of Architects (AIA). She is a pioneer in modern workplace, hospitality, residential, and maritime design, while also a mentor and advocate for many in the field.
“Icons make an indelible mark on the world and blaze a trail toward the future for others to follow,” says IIDA executive vice president and CEO Cheryl S. Durst. “Lauren embodies this essence and then some, making her the epitome of what the ICON Award celebrates. Her agility and artistry continue to galvanize the design profession and highlight the magic that designers create.”
“It is an honor to be the first-ever recipient of IIDA’s ICON Award,” says Rottet, who is also a Hospitality Design Platinum Circle recipient. “The principles of creativity and vitality drive me and so many others throughout the profession. My goal is to be an innovator who redefines how we experience design, to instill a lasting impression with the hope that designers of today and tomorrow will continue to transcend the boundaries of their craft to reinforce to the world the importance of design.”
The 2024 IIDA ICON Award will be presented during the IIDA Annual Meeting on June 9th at Venue SIX10 in Chicago.
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