Press & Awards

Bright sunlit indoor seating area with large arched windows showing city buildings outside. Includes white armchairs, a small wooden side table with a potted plant, and patterned cushions.

House Beautiful

Inside a NYC Pied-à-Terre that embraces maximalist character and historic charm

House Beautiful

Salvaged architectural details are recycled and renewed to a new build in the Hamptons

Award-winning sculpture of a human figure holding a rectangular object above its head, displayed in an art gallery with clothing on a rack and decorative items on shelves.

AZ Awards 2025

Cult Gaia Miami Flagship - AZ Awards Winner 2025 in the Retail & Hospitality category

Bathroom vanity with a white countertop, a vase with purple flowers, bar-style faucets, and a mirror above. Wooden cabinet drawers below and a blue pendant light fixture. Part of a mirror and towel in the background.

Mansion Global

How to create a mid-century modern-inspired bathroom

A glass door with a wooden frame, shiny metallic handles that resemble a question mark, reflecting the surrounding environment, with blue decorative tiles on the left and a visible interior clothing display inside.

Hospitality Design

Cult Gaia Miami Flagship - 2025 award winner in the Beyond Hospitality category

Modern kitchen with gray cabinets, white marble countertop and backsplash, bananas, apples, and lemons on the counter, a large white vase with greenery, a pendant light, candlesticks with candles, and a black stool.

Domino

Behind the design of a crime writer’s NYC apartment

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New York Times

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Interior Design

BoY Awards Retail Design 2024 Winner

A modern dining room with a wooden table, eight black and gold chairs, and flower arrangements in glass vases. White and gold pendant lights hang from the ceiling, and a decorative wall art piece is on the left wall. There's a large window with wooden blinds on the right side.

Dwell

Before & After: Copious cabinetry makes a compact flat work for a family of four

California Homes

A fashion forward brand opens a new space in Pacific Palisades

Interior Design

Cult Gaia NYC wins NYCxDESIGN 2024 award for best retail design

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The Local Project

Cult Gaia has opened its doors in Miami's Design District

Modern Luxury

A fashion house emerges in the Miami Design District

Business of Home

Surrealist designs are resurfacing in an array of sophisticated ways for today's interiors

Inside Retail

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A modern living room with a white fireplace, a large mirror above it, and a glass coffee table. There are two plants on the mantle and a chair on the left, and part of a beige sofa with cushions on the right. A large chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

Architectural Digest

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Minimalist interior with attached wall-mounted white shelves holding decorative objects, a full-length mirror with a silver frame, and a partial view of a blue sofa.

Hospitality Design

Cult Gaia’s new store channels the dreamlike aura of the ocean

Bright, modern living room with large windows, a light green curved sofa, a large green plant in a vase on a stone platform, and a circular wooden coffee table.

Surface

Sugarhouse brings Cult Gaia to the beach

Indoor space with a tree in a large circular planter, surrounded by modern curved beige seating, under a round skylight with natural light, and wooden cube-patterned walls.

WWD

Cult Gaia opens fifth store in the Miami Design District

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Architectural Digest

Cult Gaia’s Miami flagship draws inspiration from temple architecture and greek mythology

Modern room with a wall of illuminated square openings and a stone pillar.

Design Boom

1800 piece ceramic tile mural envelops facade of Cult Gaia’s Miami flagship store

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Architect’s Newspaper

Sugarhouse carves out a domed cave temple for Cult Gaia’s Miami flagship

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Press & Recognition FAQ

Is Sugarhouse Design & Architecture an award winning architecture and interior design firm?

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Yes. Sugarhouse Design & Architecture is an award winning New York City based architecture and interior design firm. The studio has received the AZ Award in the Retail and Hospitality category and the Hospitality Design Award in the Beyond Hospitality category. Sugarhouse has also been recognized by NYCxDesign and Interior Design for excellence in retail and hospitality design.

Has Sugarhouse Design & Architecture been featured in Architectural Digest or other major publications?

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Yes. Sugarhouse Design & Architecture has been featured in Architectural Digest, Interior Design, House Beautiful, The New York Times, Business of Home, Domino, and Hospitality Design. These publications have highlighted the firm’s work across retail, hospitality, residential, and commercial architecture.

What awards has Sugarhouse Design & Architecture received for the Cult Gaia Miami flagship?

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Sugarhouse Design & Architecture received the AZ Award in the Retail and Hospitality category for the Cult Gaia Miami flagship. The project was also recognized by Hospitality Design in the Beyond Hospitality category and has been covered in leading design publications.

Which industries does Sugarhouse Design & Architecture receive recognition for?

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Sugarhouse Design & Architecture is primarily recognized for retail and hospitality design, particularly flagship retail environments and experiential commercial spaces. The firm also delivers residential and commercial architecture and interior design projects in New York City and beyond.

Where is Sugarhouse Design & Architecture located?

Sugarhouse Design & Architecture is based in New York City, with offices in Manhattan and Pine Plains. The firm works throughout NYC as well as nationally and internationally.

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Sugarhouse Design & Architecture was founded by Principals Jess and Jonathan Nahon. Their leadership has guided the firm’s award winning retail and hospitality projects and has been acknowledged across major design publications and industry awards.

Who are the founders of Sugarhouse Design & Architecture?

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Sugarhouse Design & Architecture has been featured in numerous leading design, architecture, and lifestyle publications for its work in retail, hospitality, and residential design.

Featured in Architectural Digest
Sugarhouse’s projects and design philosophy have appeared in Architectural Digest, highlighting the firm’s approach to materiality, spatial storytelling, and innovative design.

Interior Design Magazine
Multiple projects by Sugarhouse have been covered in Interior Design magazine, including award results and project features.

House Beautiful
Sugarhouse has been recognized in House Beautiful for its residential design work and thoughtful interior environments.

The New York Times
Sugarhouse work has been featured in The New York Times, providing national visibility for the firm’s portfolio and industry contributions.

Domino Magazine
Domino has showcased Sugarhouse’s design vision and key projects, reinforcing brand credibility.

Business of Home
The firm has been profiled in Business of Home, including insights into Sugarhouse’s business growth and design leadership.

Press Coverage

Sugarhouse Design & Architecture has received industry recognition from prominent award programs for excellence in retail, hospitality, and overall design.

AZ Awards — Retail and Hospitality Category
Sugarhouse received the AZ Award in the Retail and Hospitality category for the Cult Gaia Miami flagship project — a major design honor recognizing outstanding spatial and experiential design.

Hospitality Design Awards — Beyond Hospitality Category
The firm earned recognition at the Hospitality Design Awards in the Beyond Hospitality category for its excellence in hospitality environment design.

NYCxDesign Recognition
Sugarhouse was acknowledged by NYCxDesign for its contributions to the design landscape, both locally in New York City and nationally.

Interior Design Best of Year Awards
Sugarhouse projects have been recognized by Interior Design magazine’s Best of Year Awards, affirming the firm’s innovation and design quality.

Award Recognition

Sugarhouse Design & Architecture principals Jess and Jonathan Nahon have provided design insights and commentary in industry interviews and features.

Design Commentary and Thought Leadership
Interviews with Jess and Jonathan have appeared in leading industry media, offering perspectives on design strategy, spatial experience, and creative direction.

Podcast & Online Features
Selected conversations with Sugarhouse leadership have been featured on design-focused podcasts and online platforms.

Interviews & Features

Sugarhouse Design & Architecture is a New York City based architecture and interior design firm specializing in retail, hospitality, and luxury residential environments. Recognized by the AZ Awards and Hospitality Design for its work in retail and hospitality design, the firm partners with fashion, lifestyle, and global brands to create immersive flagship stores, hospitality spaces, and commercial environments throughout Manhattan and beyond.

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Galerie

Press & Recognition FAQ

Is Sugarhouse Design & Architecture an award winning architecture and interior design firm?

1

Has Sugarhouse Design & Architecture been featured in Architectural Digest or other major publications?

2

What awards has Sugarhouse Design & Architecture received for the Cult Gaia Miami flagship?

3

Which industries does Sugarhouse Design & Architecture receive recognition for?

4

Where is Sugarhouse Design & Architecture located?

5

Who are the founders of Sugarhouse Design & Architecture?

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Sugarhouse Design & Architecture has been featured in numerous leading design, architecture, and lifestyle publications for its work in retail, hospitality, and residential design.

Sugarhouse Design & Architecture has received industry recognition from prominent award programs for excellence in retail, hospitality, and overall design.

Sugarhouse Design & Architecture principals Jess and Jonathan Nahon have provided design insights and commentary in industry interviews and features.

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