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
Lucinda Loyas Style
Houston interior designer creates glamorous homes using fashion sense and serious design principles. Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in River Oaks Lifestyle Lucinda Loya’s Louisville, Ky., vacation home is intentionally eclectic, filled only with things...
Courtney 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 Lifestyle Courtney Hill Fertitta is known for her elegant and timeless touch in residential interior design but lately she’s...
A 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 Gale Amen’s life is full of grand gestures, but his work is admired for the simplicity with which he approaches...
Telling 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 Oaks Lifestyle When Michelle Giuseppetti Old was younger, art was her passion. When a high school art history teacher...
Sensory Experiences
Designer Gail McCleese makes her mark on the hospitality industry in Houston. Article by Diane Cowen Originally published in River Oaks Lifestyle Gail McCleese sits in a curvy booth at Annabelle Brasserie, watching other diners experience the setting she helped...
The 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 has carved a comfortable niche in Houston’s luxury home-construction industry, but doesn’t forget those early days, when...
Great Style Yésely Love
Mixing Great Style Better Health Yésley Love creates beautiful spaces with sustainable healthy materials. Article by Diane Cowen Photography by Samantha Sanchez Originally published in River Oaks Lifestyle When the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, mother-of-two...
Spring 2024 Leaders In Design
The Houston Design District is excited to announce that Lucinda Loya, Courtney Hill Fertitta, and Kelly Gale Amen have been inducted into the prestigious Leaders in Design program. This recognition celebrates their exceptional contributions to interior design and...
Leaders In Design 2024
Article By Diane Dowen, citylifestyle.com Leaders In Design, the program that for more than a decade has honored Houston’s top interior designers, is back with six new honorees: Cathy Chapman, Steve Clifton, Connie LeFevre, Micqui McGowen, Teri Pugh, and Rainey...
Raising The Bar
Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff
Connie LeFevre turned a passion for interior design into three hugely successful businesses. She shares insight into what makes her stand out from the crowd.
Leading A New Generation
Article by Diane Cowen
Architect and professor Donna Kacmar considers both the indoor and outdoor environment.
