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A celebration of architectural legacy with BID, Benjamin Moore and SIA
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A celebration of architectural legacy with BID, Benjamin Moore and SIA
Sep 22, 2023 | Los Angeles | Renee Faria
A celebration of architectural legacy with BID, Benjamin Moore and SIA

On September 22, Black Interior Designers Inc., Benjamin Moore and Save Iconic Architecture hosted a special celebration of architectural heritage at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel. The evening paid tribute to the groundbreaking achievements of Paul R. Williams, a visionary architect whose legacy has indelibly shaped the world of design. Williams’s lasting impact and oeuvre serve as a poignant reminder of the significance of safeguarding architectural treasures—and the importance of honoring the past as a means of recognizing the indispensable role diversity plays in propelling the design and architecture fields forward. More than 125 designers, architects and industry VIPs, including Keia McSwain, June Reese, Jaime Rummerfield, Ron Woodson, Andre Jordan HiltonLeah Alexander, Linda Hayslett, Beth Diana Smith, Cheryl Luckett and Una Malan, enjoyed views overlooking the pool and spectacular Los Angeles sunset while DJ Val Fleury spun tunes. 

Benjamin Moore debuted a limited edition BID Inc. fan deck, created exclusively for the occasion, featuring 78 paint colors such as Asphalt, Balboa Mist, Exotic Bloom, Fiery Opal, Midnight Summer and Rose Accent. The palette was thoughtfully curated by esteemed designer collaborators and BID Inc.’s AA Top 10, among them Dani Arps, Michel Smith Boyd, Tiffany Brooks, Danielle Colding, Tavia ForbesCorey Damen Jenkins, General Judd, Monet Masters, Shawn McLean-Bergel, Brigette Romanek, McSwain, Reese and Woodson.

“BID Inc. is delighted to partner with the authority of color as we present hues selected from the 2022–2023 class of African American Top 10 Interior Designers,” said McSwain. “It’s a hand-selected curation birthed from power, depth and the everlasting adoration for color, intended to inspire all to dream and create.”

“Benjamin Moore is steadfast in our commitment to supporting BID Inc. and contributing to a design community that is inclusive, equitable and allows talent to flourish without limitations. Together, we strive to create a future where creativity, merit and opportunities know no bounds,” said Lauren Corbin, senior manager, architecture and designer segments at Benjamin Moore.

June Reese and Keia McSwain
June Reese and Keia McSwain
June Reese and Keia McSwain
Jaime Rummerfield and Ron Woodson
Jaime Rummerfield and Ron Woodson
Jaime Rummerfield and Ron Woodson
The event was co-hosted by Black Interior Designers Inc., Benjamin Moore and Save Iconic Architecture
The event was co-hosted by Black Interior Designers Inc., Benjamin Moore and Save Iconic Architecture
The event was co-hosted by Black Interior Designers Inc., Benjamin Moore and Save Iconic Architecture
Guests were gifted customized fan decks curated for the special occasion
Guests were gifted customized fan decks curated for the special occasion
Guests were gifted customized fan decks curated for the special occasion
The event was held at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel
The event was held at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel
The event was held at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel
Guests were greeted with glasses of champagne
Guests were greeted with glasses of champagne
Guests were greeted with glasses of champagne
Guests were invited to get social
Guests were invited to get social
Guests were invited to get social
Florals and styling by Bia Blooms were inspired by the architecture and color palette of the venue
Florals and styling by Bia Blooms were inspired by the architecture and color palette of the venue
Florals and styling by Bia Blooms were inspired by the architecture and color palette of the venue
Guests enjoyed cocktails and canapés
Guests enjoyed cocktails and canapés
Guests enjoyed cocktails and canapés
Jose Veliz, Diana Cuestas, Lauren Corbin, Jaime Rummerfield and Ron Woodson
Jose Veliz, Diana Cuestas, Lauren Corbin, Jaime Rummerfield and Ron Woodson
Jose Veliz, Diana Cuestas, Lauren Corbin, Jaime Rummerfield and Ron Woodson
Linda Hayslett and Kelly Collier Clark
Linda Hayslett and Kelly Collier Clark
Linda Hayslett and Kelly Collier Clark
Mark Williams and Lauren Taylor
Mark Williams and Lauren Taylor
Mark Williams and Lauren Taylor
From left: Michael Siplin, Jennifer Convy, Charles Miller and Andrew Tullis
From left: Michael Siplin, Jennifer Convy, Charles Miller and Andrew Tullis
From left: Michael Siplin, Jennifer Convy, Charles Miller and Andrew Tullis
Alessandro Miano and Jennifer Gracie
Alessandro Miano and Jennifer Gracie
Alessandro Miano and Jennifer Gracie
Emma DeRoche and Huma Sulaiman
Emma DeRoche and Huma Sulaiman
Emma DeRoche and Huma Sulaiman
Jose Veliz, Darrin Varden, Laurent Rebuffel, Dahlia Merhi and Kourosh Babaeian
Jose Veliz, Darrin Varden, Laurent Rebuffel, Dahlia Merhi and Kourosh Babaeian
Jose Veliz, Darrin Varden, Laurent Rebuffel, Dahlia Merhi and Kourosh Babaeian
From left: guest, Beth Diana Smith, Kelly Collier Clark, Denean Jackson and Abigail Marcelo
From left: guest, Beth Diana Smith, Kelly Collier Clark, Denean Jackson and Abigail Marcelo
From left: guest, Beth Diana Smith, Kelly Collier Clark, Denean Jackson and Abigail Marcelo
Leah Alexander and Huma Sulaiman
Leah Alexander and Huma Sulaiman
Leah Alexander and Huma Sulaiman
Elizabeth Margles and Cheryl Luckett
Elizabeth Margles and Cheryl Luckett
Elizabeth Margles and Cheryl Luckett
Keith Gordon and Barry Goralnick
Keith Gordon and Barry Goralnick
Keith Gordon and Barry Goralnick
Shayna Walker, Quay Dee, Swati Goorha and guests
Shayna Walker, Quay Dee, Swati Goorha and guests
Shayna Walker, Quay Dee, Swati Goorha and guests
From left: Dara Segbfia, Keia McSwain and Tiana Otubuah
From left: Dara Segbfia, Keia McSwain and Tiana Otubuah
From left: Dara Segbfia, Keia McSwain and Tiana Otubuah
From left: Charles Miller and Omari McNeil
From left: Charles Miller and Omari McNeil
From left: Charles Miller and Omari McNeil
Dahlia Merhi, Kourosh Babaeian and Lauren Corbin
Dahlia Merhi, Kourosh Babaeian and Lauren Corbin
Dahlia Merhi, Kourosh Babaeian and Lauren Corbin
Linette Dai, Linda Hayslett and Grace Lee-Lim
Linette Dai, Linda Hayslett and Grace Lee-Lim
Linette Dai, Linda Hayslett and Grace Lee-Lim
Tavia Forbes, Monet Masters and Tiffany Cobb
Tavia Forbes, Monet Masters and Tiffany Cobb
Tavia Forbes, Monet Masters and Tiffany Cobb
Tony Estrada (right)
Tony Estrada (right)
Tony Estrada (right)
DJ Val Fleury
DJ Val Fleury
DJ Val Fleury
Jaqui Seerman and Matt Walker
Jaqui Seerman and Matt Walker
Jaqui Seerman and Matt Walker
Grace Lee-Lim, Linette Dai, Linda Hayslett, Una Malan, Jennifer Convy, Emma DeRoche, Huma Sulaiman and Arianne Nardo
Grace Lee-Lim, Linette Dai, Linda Hayslett, Una Malan, Jennifer Convy, Emma DeRoche, Huma Sulaiman and Arianne Nardo
Grace Lee-Lim, Linette Dai, Linda Hayslett, Una Malan, Jennifer Convy, Emma DeRoche, Huma Sulaiman and Arianne Nardo
Guests mingled at the festive event
Guests mingled at the festive event
Guests mingled at the festive event
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain and Lauren Corbin
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain, Lauren Corbin and June Reese
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain, Lauren Corbin and June Reese
Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Keia McSwain, Lauren Corbin and June Reese
Duane Striggles, Ron Woodson and Andre Jordan Hilton
Duane Striggles, Ron Woodson and Andre Jordan Hilton
Duane Striggles, Ron Woodson and Andre Jordan Hilton
Tiffany Cobb, Laurent Rebuffel, Ron Woodson, Monet Masters, Andre Jordan Hilton and Tavia Forbes
Tiffany Cobb, Laurent Rebuffel, Ron Woodson, Monet Masters, Andre Jordan Hilton and Tavia Forbes
Tiffany Cobb, Laurent Rebuffel, Ron Woodson, Monet Masters, Andre Jordan Hilton and Tavia Forbes
Akindra Daniels, Diana Cuestas, Elizabeth Margles and Manisha Franklin-Reynolds
Akindra Daniels, Diana Cuestas, Elizabeth Margles and Manisha Franklin-Reynolds
Akindra Daniels, Diana Cuestas, Elizabeth Margles and Manisha Franklin-Reynolds
From left: Una Malan, Tom Muyters and Kristine Kamenstein
From left: Una Malan, Tom Muyters and Kristine Kamenstein
From left: Una Malan, Tom Muyters and Kristine Kamenstein