Recognizing Houston’s Leaders In Design
The Houston Design District Leaders In Design recognition program is designed to recognize the talented community of Designers, Architects, and Custom Builders in the Greater Houston area that are transforming our environment, enhancing the spaces where we live and work, shaping a better world through their innovative and visionary approaches to design and construction.

Articles Highlighting LEADERS IN DESIGN
Visual Narratives
Interior designer Katie Davis matches décor to each home’s ‘story’. Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in Memorial...
Read moreIn The Mix – Designer Shundra Adds Function to Homes And Offices
Article by Diane Cowen Photography by Gracie Henley Originally published in River Oaks Lifestyle Shundra Harris was working as an aerospace engineer...
Read moreLegacy in Design
Dillon Kyle’s architecture is inspired by art, history and beauty. Article by Diane Cowen Photography by Chris Luker Photography Originally...
Read moreCurtis & Windham, classical & traditional style
Architects’ work is found all over the city, especially River Oaks. Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in River Oaks Lifestyle When...
Read moreLeading A New Generation
Architect and professor Donna Kacmar considers both the indoor and outdoor environment.Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff Article by Diane Cowen...
Read moreRaising The Bar
Connie LeFevre turned a passion for Interior Design into three hugely successful businesses. She shares insight into what makes her stand out from...
Read moreLucinda Loyas Style
Houston interior designer creates glamorous homes using fashion sense and serious design principles. Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in...
Read moreCourtney Hill Fertita Branches Out
Longtime residential designer applies her good taste to Houston’s restaurant scene. Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in River Oaks...
Read moreA Life and Career of Grand Gestures
Kelly Gale Amen creates furniture, textiles, and, now, delicate pashminas. Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in River Oaks Lifestyle Kelly...
Read moreTelling Stories Through Her Architecture
Michelle Old nurtures art and architecture while elevating design and mentoring younger peers Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in River...
Read moreSensory Experiences
Designer Gail McCleese makes her mark on the hospitality industry in Houston. Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in River Oaks Lifestyle...
Read moreThe Luxury of Home
Article by Diane Cowen | Photography by Lucy Call | Originally published in River Oaks Lifestyle After more than 20 years in business, Erin Stetzer...
Read moreLeaders In Design
- Amy Munger
- Andrea Garrity
- Anne Breux
- Anita Webber Smith
- Audrey Drought Mitchell
- Benjamin Johnston
- Beth Lindsey
- Blake Woods
- Carla Aston
- Carlo DiNunzio
- Cathy Chapman
- Chandos-Dodson Epley
- Chase Dowell
- Cheryl Baker
- Christine Ho
- Christopher Roberston
- Claudia Sundin
- Connie LeFevre
- Courtney Blair
- Courtney Hill
- Courtnay Tartt-Elias
- Darin Weinheimer
- Darla Bankston May
- David DeLaunay
- Diana Martin
- Dillon Kyle
- Donna Kacmar
- Donna Vining
- Elizabeth Munger-Stiver
- Erin Stetzer
- Gail McCleese
- Gail Taylor
- Gina Brown Elkins
- Ginger Barber
- Jamie House
- Jana Willibey
- Jane Page Crump
- Janet Gust
- Janus Lazaris
- Jillian Sitter-O’Neill
- John Barron Kid
- John T. Robinson
- J. Randall Powers
- Julia Blailock
- Julie Dodson
- Kara Childress
- Katie Davis
- Kelly Gale Amen
- Ken Kehoe
- Ken Newberry
- Kevin Spearman
- Laura Umansky
- Lauren Amber Prestenbach
- Lauren Rottet
- Letecia Ellis-Haywood
- Linda Eyles
- Lindsey Robinson
- Lisa Kraus- Smolen
- Lucia Harness
- Lucinda Loya
- Lynne T. Jones
- Mallory Gaylor
- Marion Evans
- Marjorie Slovak
- Marie Flanagan
- Marlys Tokerud
- Marvin Morris
- Meg Lonergan
- Mel Poet
- Michael Landrum
- Michelle Bowers
- Michelle Old
- Mickey Bufalini
- Micqui McGowen
- Missy Stewart
- Nicole Zarr
- Nina Magon
- Paloma Contreras
- Pamela O’Brien
- Paul Kevin Dix
- Peggy Hull
- Peggy Stirman
- Rainey Richardson
- Russell Windham
- Saima Segar
- Sandy Lucas
- Sarah Brooks Eilers
- Shane Cook
- Shannon Mann
- Sharon Staley
- Sheila Lyon
- Shellaine Henderson
- Shundra Harris
- Stephanie Rayos
- Stephanie Vaughan
- Steve Clifton
- Steve Howard
- Steve Hullinger
- Suzanne Duin
- Tami Owen
- Teri Pugh
- Thad Kudela
- Todd Rice
- Trisha McGraw
- William Curtis
- William W. Stubbs
- Yesely Love