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HOUSTON PAPERCITY DESIGN AWARDS BEST IN RETAIL DESIGN Art Gallery, Boutique, Showroom Space, Salon, Spa PROJECT Korman Jewel House FIRM Michael Hsu Office of Architecture LEAD ARCHITECT Jay Colombo ADDITIONAL RECOGNITION Chris Arth, Michael Hsu Office of Architecture; Kelle Contine Interior Design JUDGES' REMARKS "The harmony of materials and noted use of natural light make this a master class in quiet luxury." — Anne Fairfax "Beautifully and thoughtfully executed, luxury retail is reimagined here as a quietly elegant, residentially scaled experience where natural light, layered transparency, refined craftsmanship, and sculptural materiality create an atmosphere of ease and intimacy rather than transactional display." — Karen Stonely CHASE DANIEL HISTORICAL RESTORATION/ PRESERVATION Commercial PROJECT Starduster Lounge FIRM Gin Design Group LEAD DESIGNERS Gin Braverman, Kim Kaptain ADDITIONAL RECOGNITION LH2 Architecture; Long Term Builders; Objektfab; Republic Finishes; Carissa Marx, muralist JUDGES' REMARKS "This project creates a truly gorgeous mood, layered with atmosphere, texture, and emotion. You can deeply feel the history of the space throughout the design." — Tiffany Skilling "This is the best kind of restoration. The funk and quirks of the building's past life have been preserved, while the design still feels fresh, layered, and full of character. Perfection." — Staver Gray GARRETT SMITH 90