AWARDS

We’re proud receive awards from industry organizations and recognition from St. Louis-area publications and groups. We’re problem solvers, and often at our best when we’re doing something new. Give us a challenge, and we’ll help you achieve something great. We’re honored that so many people and organizations appreciate our commitment to quality and innovation in St. Charles and beyond. Take a look inside our trophy case.

Black and white logo with an eagle emblem on the left and the letters "AIA" on the right.

SPACE is the proud recipient of numerous awards over two decades of work.

The American Institute of Architects: AIA

Logo for the American Society of Interior Designers with the abbreviation ASID in stylized letters.

American Society of Interior Design Pinnacle Awards

Logo for IDEA Interior Design Excellence Awards, featuring a stylized 'F' in black and orange, with the text 'IDEA' and 'Interior Design Excellence Awards' underneath.

Interior Design Excellence Award

Logo for the Landmarks Association of Saint Louis featuring iconic city buildings, the Gateway Arch, and the city skyline.

Landmarks Association of St. Louis Most Enhanced Award

AWARDS

St. Louis Magazine 2026 Architect and Designer Awards
First Place Commercial Hospitality: Bartolino’s on the Hill

St. Louis Magazine 2026 Architect and Designer Awards
First Place Commercial Retail: PWRx Health

St. Louis Magazine 2026 Architect and Designer Awards
Commercial Retail, Finalist: Smith + Simms Hair Company

American Society of Interior Design 2025 Pinnacle Awards
First Place Hospitality Design: Bartolino’s on The Hill

Sophisticated Living Magazine 2025 SOPHI Awards
First Place Restaurant or Club Interior Design Bartolino’s Twin Oaks

American Society of Interior Design 2025 Pinnacle Awards
Second Place Hospitality Design: Osage Restaurant at Greenbriar Hills Country Club

American Society of Interior Design 2025 Pinnacle Awards
Third Place Hospitality Design: Companion Cafe

American Society of Interior Design 2023 Pinnacle Awards
First Place Hospitality Design: Faye

American Society of Interior Design 2023 Pinnacle Awards
Second Place Hospitality Design: Bagel Union

American Society of Interior Design 2023 Pinnacle Awards
Third Place Hospitality Design: Brambleroots

American Institute of Architects
2021 Craftsmanship Award– Brambleroots

American Society of Interior Design 2021 Pinnacle Awards
First Place Commercial Design: High Low

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2020 Honor Award for Small Projects – High Low

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2020 Merit Award for Small Projects — Win Warehouse

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2019 Distinguished Award for Interiors – LeBao Asian Eatery

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2019Distinguished Award for Interiors – Bulrush

American Institute of Architects Mid-Missouri
2019 Merit Award for Design – LeBao Asian Eatery

American Society of Interior Design 2019 Pinnacle Awards
First Place Bathroom Less Than 100 square feet: Private Residence

American Society of Interior Design 2019 Pinnacle Awards
Second Place Commercial Design: Mission Taco Kirkwood

American Society of Interior Design 2019 Pinnacle Awards
Third Place Commercial Design: Midtown 300

American Society of Interior Design 2019 Pinnacle Awards
First Place Corporate: WIN Warehouse

American Society of Interior Design 2019 Pinnacle Awards
First Place Hospitality: Kaldi’s Gerhart

American Society of Interior Design 2019 Pinnacle Award
Second Place Hospitality: Bulrush

American Society of Interior Design 2019 Pinnacle Awards
Third Place Hospitality: LeBao Asian Eatery

Interior Design Excellence Awards 2017
First Place for Hospitality and Restaurant: Joey B’s on Manchester

Interior Design Excellence Awards 2017
Finalist for Hospitality and Restaurant: Kaldi’s Gerhart

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2016Citation Award in Interiors: Curtain Call Champagne Lounge at the Fabulous Fox Theatre

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2015Distinguished Award in Interiors: Público

Landmarks Association of St. Louis’ Most Enhanced Award for Rooster South Grand, 2015

St. Louis At Home Magazine Architecture + Design Awards, 2015
Best Commercial Space: Restaurant, 2nd Place: Wheelhouse, Best Commercial Space: Restaurant, 3rd Place: Mission Taco Soulard

Illuminating Engineering Society-St. Louis 2014 Illumination Award for Cupples 9

St. Louis At Home Magazine Architecture + Design Awards, 2014
Best Commercial Space, 1st Place: Soleil St. Louis

Landmarks Association of St. Louis’ Most Enhanced Award for Cupples 9, 2013

Illuminating Engineering Society-St. Louis 2013 Illumination Award
Pi Pizzeria at the Mercantile Exchange

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2012 Award of Merit in Interiors: Pi Pizzeria at the Mercantile Exchange

Francis G. Slay Spirit of St. Louis Award, May 2010

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2009 Award of Merit for Chill, a self-service yogurt shop

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2009 Award of Honor in Interiors for Bobo Noodlehouse

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2008 Distinguished Award of Architecture for Imagine Schools

St. Louis At Home Magazine Architecture + Design Awards, 2008
Best Urban Renewal, 2nd Place: Farias Loft, Best Contemporary Design, 3rd Place: Farias Loft, Best Historic Renovation, 3rd Place: Farias Loft, Best Remodel over 1,000 square feet: LaMartina Residence

American Institute of Architects St. Louis
2007 Award of Merit in Interiors for Franco Restaurant

Interior of a modern gym with fitness equipment including free weights, weight machines, and cardio machines. The gym has black walls, a dark ceiling with strip lighting, and motivational signage on the wall.
A modern library or reading room with large windows, bookshelves filled with books, framed artwork, and four purple chairs around a wooden table with two white lamps.
People sitting at a bar counter in a modern restaurant or cafe with large windows and contemporary decor.
Interior of a modern building with wooden ceiling panels, a red wall, and black tiled steps.
A restaurant interior featuring wooden wave-shaped ceiling panels, brick walls, and a bar area with wine bottles. The dining area has tables set with glasses and napkins, and black chairs. Warm lighting enhances the cozy atmosphere.
An elegant bar with a dark interior, blue ceiling, and gold accents. The bar has a row of high chairs, and there are vintage-style posters on the wall. Dim lighting and decorative elements create a sophisticated ambiance.

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