We asked our alumni to share their favorite design sources outside of fashion, in the categories of interiors and architecture. We have compiled six of their top sources of inspiration, which perhaps may inspire your latest design project as well!
“I love interior designer David Kleinberg’s work and design aesthetic. He blends old world charm with modern grace in a way that never ceases to impress.”
Colleen Brouillette, 2016 Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence
Graduate, Columbia College Chicago
“Kelly Wearstler.”
Erica Danz, 2015 Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence
Graduate, Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago.
“I’ve been very inspired by the sheer size and monstrosity of the Baha’i temple in Wilmette.”
Mallory Fifer, 2016 Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence
Graduate, Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago
“The Harold Washington Library.” 400 S. State Street, Chicago.
Gnivol Loving, 2019 Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence
Graduate, The Art Institute at Chicago
“Gothic Cathedrals.”
Laima Gaudinskas, 2011 Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence
Graduate, International Academy of Design and Technology
“Italian buildings in my native city, Bari- the best of the sea, architecture, people, and food.”
Franca DeFloria, 2017 Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence
Graduate, Columbia College Chicago
