Fellowship Recognizes Designers for Outstanding Contributions
(July 3, 2024 – Washington, D.C.) –– The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) has selected the newest members of its College of Fellows. The group of six will be inducted at the organization’s national conference, GATHER: Catalyst, on Aug. 13, 2024, in Denver, Colorado.
Fellowship, the Society’s highest honor bestowed upon less than 1% of ASID membership, is extended to ASID members who exceed the standards of the design profession through their continued commitment to the Society. ASID Fellows are selected by the Society’s Council of Fellows, who examine industry contributions, leadership/recognition, and service/volunteerism in the design community, following nominations from ASID members.
“ASID’s annual fellows induction celebrates top contributors to the design profession, elevating the people and their careers to inspire and guide other designers,” said Khoi Vo, chief executive officer, ASID. “From advocacy to education, these fellows represent a diverse community of thought leaders who have demonstrated their commitment to furthering ASID’s mission and positioning our community as a profession that profoundly impacts lives.”
The six new members of ASID’s College of Fellows are:
Bill Beaudreau, ASID, WRID
Beaudreau is an educated and experienced interior design professional committed to elevating life experiences through design. Since 1996, he has owned and operated CRB Interiors, continuing the legacy of the Wisconsin-based interior design firm founded in 1959. He is known for his interior architectural approach to design problem-solving and is recognized for the wealth of knowledge, information and resources he provides. As a long-time member of ASID, he is dedicated to promoting the profession and supporting the growth and development of other design professionals.
Emmy Knott Williams, ASID, IIDA, NCIDQ
Emmy Knott Williams is a business owner based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where she leads a dynamic team of interior designers. With the establishment of her award-winning firm in 1992, she has devoted her career to specializing in senior living design and law firms. Williams’ dedication to advancing the field of interior design is unparalleled, particularly evidenced by her instrumental role in grassroots legislative initiatives. Notably, she played a pivotal part in the passage of two bills in 2008, shielding interior designers from sales tax on services. Additionally, her tireless efforts over seven years led to the enactment of legislation in 2021, enabling Registered Interior Designers to stamp and seal interior design drawings—a groundbreaking achievement, marking the first of its kind nationwide. Presently, she spearheads the Advocacy Support Team for National ASID, serving as a co-chair alongside her esteemed colleague. Williams’ is the winner of the inaugural National ASID Advocate of the Year 2023.
Katherine Setser, ASID
Katherine Setser is an educator and award-winning practitioner in the field of interior design, making extensive contributions to the field over nearly four decades. With two degrees, Setser brings a depth of experience to her role as a faculty member in the architecture and interior department at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Notably, Setser was appointed as a technical advisor to three National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) international code committees, representing the design profession in critical code development related to interior finishes, furnishings, building construction and fire safety. Active in shaping professional standards and accreditation, Setser served as a Board Director for the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) from 2016 to 2021, assuming the role of Board Chair in 2020.
About ASID
The American Society of Interior Designers believes that design impacts lives. Through its programs, networks, and advocacy, ASID serves all those who are a part of the interior design profession and practice. This support extends to their membership, encompassing practitioners of all levels of training across all sectors of design, to Affiliate Members and Partners to represent all contributors to the built environment. ASID thrives on the strength of cross-functional and interdisciplinary relationships among designers of all specialties, including workplace, healthcare, retail and hospitality, education, institutional, and residential. As a leader in shared conversations around topics that matter in design, from evidence-based and human-centric design to social responsibility, well-being, and sustainability, ASID showcases the impact of design on the human experience and the value interior designers provide.
ASID will mark its 50th anniversary in 2025. Celebrating 50 years of professional leadership, ASID is committed to broadening the impact for the future of design in all the places we work, play, and heal. Learn more at asid.org.
