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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
WEST PALM BEACH, FL — Window Fashion VISION magazine today announced the distinguished winners of the 2025 Grace Awards. Now in its 34th iteration, this esteemed awards program, formerly known as the VISION Design & Workroom Competition, continues its legacy of recognizing exceptional talent and innovation in the custom window treatment industry. The winners were celebrated at a sophisticated and lively gala held during the 2025 International Window Coverings Expo (IWCE) in West Palm Beach, Florida.
The prestigious ceremony was artfully co-hosted by David Santiago, the acclaimed interior designer and founder of Casa Santi Interior Design, and Grace McNamara, president of IWCE and the visionary publisher of Window Fashion VISION magazine. The evening was a remarkable showcase of inspiration and industry leadership, punctuated by applause and standout moments that underscored the artistry and innovative spirit defining today’s window fashion landscape.
Garnering the coveted Designer of the Year accolade was Zina Shikhanova, founder of ZCurtains in Bellevue, Washington, for her visionary contributions and exceptional design acumen. The equally prestigious Artisan of the Year title was bestowed upon Sharon Gizzi of Styles by Sharon in Richmond, Virginia, acknowledging her consummate skill and unwavering dedication to the intricate craft of window treatment fabrication.
The pinnacle honor of Best in Show was awarded to Christina Price of Main Line Window Decor in West Chester, Pennsylvania, recognizing her project as the most outstanding submission of the competition, demonstrating a harmonious blend of creativity and technical mastery.
Reflecting on the caliber of this year’s entries, Grace McNamara commented, “The 2025 Grace Awards have once again illuminated the extraordinary talent resident within our industry. The ingenuity and dedication displayed by these designers and artisans are truly inspiring, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in window fashion. We are immensely proud to celebrate their achievements.”
David Santiago added, “It was an honor to co-host this distinguished event and witness firsthand the incredible creativity and craftsmanship being celebrated. The Grace Awards serve as a vital platform for recognizing those who elevate the art of window design, and this year’s winners are exceptional exemplars of excellence.”
The winners for the 2025 Grace Awards are as follows:
DESIGN CATEGORIES FIRST PLACE
Designer of the Year
Zina Shikhanova
ZCurtains
Curtains & Draperies
Bernard and Rosa Elena Robin
Gotcha Covered of Clear Lake
Top Treatments
Maria Bortugno
B Designs Interiors
Combination
Sunny Sun
Fu’s Drapery
Decorative Hardware & Trim
Linda Tully
Tully Drapery Shop
Soft Shades
Brenda Hite Baxter
Custom Drapery Designs, LLC
Specialty
Dawne Paris
Interiors by Between the Seams
Whole-Room Integration
Mary McCormick
Flourishing Design
Motorization
Zina Shikhanova
ZCurtains
Outdoor Living
Christopher Cole
Cole & Co. Custom Homes
Commercial
Zina Shikhanova
ZCurtains
Luxury
Kelly Macaulay
Custom Drapes, LLC
Upcoming Designer
Valery Huffenus
Inspired Interiors
DESIGN CATEGORIES SECOND PLACE
Curtains & Draperies
Leigh Skinner Anderson
Willow Drapery & Upholstery
Top Treatments
Mary McCormick
Flourishing Design
Combination
Zina Shikhanova
ZCurtains
Decorative Hardware & Trim
Karen Macaulay
Custom Drapes, LLC
Soft Shades
Bernard and Rosa Elena Robin
Gotcha Covered of Clear Lake
Specialty
Sunny Sun
Fu’s Drapery
Whole-Room Integration
Aleksandra Jakubowski and Tom Kiosewski
Avant-Garde Designs
Motorization
Amy Hunley
The Drapery Room
Outdoor Living
Melissa A. Hammann
Riviera Outdoor Decor
Commercial
Rachael Harvey
Refurnish
Luxury
C.J. Knapp
Yours by Design Workroom Deluxe Draperies
ARTISAN CATEGORIES FIRST PLACE
Artisan of the Year
Sharon Gizzi
Styles by Sharon
Curtains & Draperies
Amy Hunley
The Drapery Room
Top Treatments
Lisa Jones
Custom Soft Furnishings by Lisa, Inc.
Combination
Sharon Gizzi
Styles by Sharon
Ingenious Installation
Rachael Harvey
Refurnish
Bedding & Pillow
Elizabeth Hood
Village Decorating & Drapery Designs
Specialty
Michael DeGraff
A&I Manufacturing
Upholstery
Linda Tully
Tully Drapery Shop
Most Intricate Handwork
Rachel Eden Leuck
Gotcha Covered of Sugar Land
Outdoor Living
Teresa Williams
KJ Custom Screens & Outdoor Living
Soft Shades
Sharon Gizzi
Styles by Sharon
Upcoming Artisan
Irina Otto
IRICHKA INC.
ARTISAN CATEGORIES SECOND PLACE
Curtains & Draperies
Sharon Gizzi
Styles by Sharon
Top Treatments
Terri Booser and Rachel Lusk
Sugar & Spice Draperies and Shades, LLC
Combination
Rachael Harvey
Refurnish
Ingenious Installation
Stacie Kennedy
Atlanta Custom Interiors
Bedding & Pillow
Lisa Jones
Custom Soft Furnishings by Lisa, Inc
Specialty
Amy Hunley
The Drapery Room
Upholstery
Will Linn
Marquis Design Group
Most Intricate Handwork
Jeanne Henzel
Joona Fabriculture Artisan Curtains & Upholstery
Outdoor Living
Stacie Kennedy
Atlanta Custom Interiors
Soft Shades
Terri Booser and Rachel Lusk
Sugar & Spice Draperies and Shades, LLC
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About The Grace Awards: The Grace Awards, presented by Window Fashion VISION magazine, are the premier accolades in the custom window treatment industry. For 34 years, the awards have honored designers, artisans and workrooms for their exceptional skill, creativity and innovation in the design and fabrication of custom window fashions.
About Window Fashion VISION Magazine: Window Fashion VISION is the leading trade publication for professionals in the window covering industry, providing cutting-edge design inspiration, business insights and product news for over three decades.
About the International Window Coverings Expo (IWCE): IWCE is the foremost trade show and conference for the window coverings industry in North America, offering a platform for education, networking and showcasing the latest products and trends.
Media Contact:
Blake Williams, Editorial Department
Blake@wf-vision.com
Window Fashion VISION
www.wf-vision.com
The Grace Awards
www.grace-awards.com
