# Tangram Interiors Wins Big at IIDA Calibre Awards
The 27th Annual IIDA Calibre Awards proved to be a banner night for Tangram Interiors, with the company taking home two prestigious awards and demonstrating the breadth of their commercial design expertise.
## A Night of Recognition
Held in Beverly Hills on May 13th, 2016, the awards ceremony showcased the year's most outstanding interior design projects. Tangram's impressive presence was felt throughout the evening, with the firm involved in **16 of the nominated projects** – a testament to their active role in shaping Southern California's commercial design landscape.
Among the notable nominated projects were: - Brookfield Residential - Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center - Cal State Northridge META Lab - DirecTV - Harbor Distributing - JustFab Inc. - Kennedy Wilson - True Religion
## Double Victory
### Best Workspace Medium Size: Brookfield Residential
Tangram's first win came for their work on the Brookfield Residential corporate offices in Orange County. Led by Alyssa Armesto, the Tangram team successfully executed a **residential aesthetic with high-end finishes** – an approach that perfectly aligned with the residential development company's brand identity.
"I'm so proud to have worked with such an amazing team," reflected Armesto on the collaborative effort. "It definitely was not a one-person effort. The Gensler and HBC teams were very hands-on, and the outcome could not have been better."
This project demonstrates how thoughtful design can bridge the gap between residential comfort and corporate functionality, creating spaces that feel both professional and welcoming.
### Best Workspace Large Size: Kennedy Wilson
The second award recognized Tangram's contribution to the Los Angeles offices of Kennedy Wilson, a global real estate investment firm. This large-scale project showcased the firm's ability to handle complex commercial spaces while maintaining design excellence.
## The Collaborative Advantage
What stands out in both winning projects is the emphasis on collaboration. Armesto's comments highlight a crucial aspect of successful commercial design: the integration of multiple teams working toward a unified vision. This approach allows each specialist – whether in architecture, design, or construction – to contribute their expertise while maintaining project cohesion.
## Looking Forward
The 2016 Calibre Awards marked a record year for the organization, reflecting the continued growth and innovation in commercial interior design. For design professionals, these winning projects offer valuable insights into current trends:
- **Blending aesthetics**: The Brookfield project shows how residential design elements can enhance corporate environments - **Scalability**: Success across both medium and large workspace categories demonstrates adaptable design principles - **Team integration**: Collaborative approaches continue to produce superior results
## About Tangram Interiors
As a flagship dealership for Steelcase, Inc., Tangram Interiors has established itself as a leading interiors solutions provider throughout Los Angeles, with offices in Orange County, Downtown LA, Fresno, and Bakersfield. The company's people-focused culture has fostered organic growth across five complementary business units: flooring, fabrication, custom furniture, move management, and communications technology.
This holistic approach allows Tangram to serve as a comprehensive partner for commercial design projects, from initial concept through final implementation.
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