Modern Luxury Interiors Mid-Atlantic
Modern Luxury Design 9 Awards 2024
Judges
Awards Program Dates
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Michael McCarthy — Editor-in-Chief, Modern Luxury Media
Michael McCarthy is an editor-in-chief at Modern Luxury Media, overseeing magazines for the brand on the East and West Coasts. He leads Interiors Washington and DC magazines for Modern Luxury in the Washington area. McCarthy has a long history of writing about design and architecture, and his commentary about the subjects has appeared in places like the New York Times and as a guest on CNN.
Peter Pejacsevich — Principal & Chief Operating Officer, McEnearney Associates
Peter, a successful REALTOR®, led Atoka Properties with partner Scott Buzzelli before acquiring Middleburg Real Estate in 2008. Under his management, MRE | Atoka Properties thrived in Hunt Country real estate. Peter now shepherds the brokerage’s evolution, merging with McEnearney Associates in 2023. This union brings together 500+ agents across 16 offices, spanning Virginia, Maryland, DC, and West Virginia, forging a new powerhouse in the real estate market.
Sherry Moeller — CEO, MoKi Media Moeller, Co-Founder, MoKi Media
Sherry Moeller, CEO of MoKi Media Moeller and Co-Founder of MoKi Media, specializes in PR and marketing for the interior design, architecture, design-build, and real estate communities, as well as other luxury brands. Passionate about all things related to home design, Sherry was previously the editor in chief of Capitol File magazine and editorial director of Washington Spaces. She has served on the executive boards of regional nonprofits, including DC Design House and Room To Rebloom, and has provided PR support for other nonprofits. Currently, Sherry is a contributor to Southern Home and John Eric Home magazines and has written for Aspire Design and Home. She holds a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Maryland, College Park.
Anina Belle Giannini — Principal and Co-Founder of Savoir Faire USA, CEO of Le Chef's Wife
Anina Belle Giannini is a Canadian/American hotelier, writer, passionate home cook and mother of 2 young children. She has lived and worked as a Sales and Marketing leader for over 20 years in luxury hotels in the South of France, Monaco, Montreal and Washington DC, most recently for the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown and the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC. Anina Belle started Le Chef's Wife (blog) in 2018 to document the recipes and cooking tips she learned from cooking with her French chef husband, Sebastien Giannini, Partner Chef at L'Avant-Garde DC. The blog has become a leading resource in modern French cooking and lifestyle with a thriving Instagram community. Le Chef's Wife was featured on The Today Show and in The Washington Post. She has made it her mission to inspire the next generation of women in food, beverage and hospitality as a Vice President of Les Dames D'Escoffier DC. In April 2024, Anina Belle launched a hospitality PR, Marketing and branding firm with her long term mentee, Christa Machado. Savoir Faire counts L'Avant-Garde, The Dabney, Petite Cerise and the DC Motorsport Community among its clients.
Amanda McClements — Founder + Creative Director of Salt & Sundry + The Sun Room
Amanda McClements is the founder and creative director of Salt & Sundry, a pair of lifestyle boutiques located in DC. After working as an editor and writer covering food, travel and lifestyle for a decade, Amanda made the leap into small business with the opening of her first Salt & Sundry in 2012. In the years since, the award-winning brand has been featured in Vogue, House Beautiful, Bon Appétit, and The Wall Street Journal.
Chesley McCarty — Real Estate Agent & Design Influence
Chesley McCarty is a dynamic force in Washington, DC's design and real estate landscape. With two architecture degrees and seven years of experience across the real estate and design fields, Chesley is a trusted expert for the region's most discerning clientele. Known for a creative style that is both "cinematic" and "editorial," Chesley blends a passion for photography, hospitality, and architecture to deliver exceptional value through bespoke real estate experiences, tailored design recommendations, and a curated approach to visual storytelling.
Ryan Shapiro — Owner, Ryan Shapiro Photography LLC
Over two decades, Ryan Shapiro has honed his photographic expertise. He enjoys collaborating with professionals in the residential and commercial interior design industry to bring their visions to life through exceptional imagery. Ryan fosters a warm and communicative atmosphere, ensuring clear and consistent dialogue throughout the creative process. His focus extends beyond exceptional photography; he prioritizes building strong relationships and providing exceptional customer service, aiming to cultivate long-lasting partnerships with his clientele.Beyond his professional pursuits, Ryan cherishes quality time with his family and his Australian Shepherd, Henry. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys hiking at Catoctin Mountain or taking leisurely walks along the C&O Canal.
Melvin Hooks — Showroom Manager, B&B Italia
Originally from Chesapeake, Virginia, Melvin relocated to the DC area nearly 15 years ago to continue his career in management for some of the most respected brands in home furnishings. He is currently the Showroom Manager for B&B Italia in their new Georgetown showroom. The gorgeous three-level flagship store features iconic furniture collections from B&B Italia, Maxalto, and Azucena, stunning kitchens from Arclinea, and brilliant lighting from FLOS and Louis Poulsen. Melvin has also served as a critique panelist for Howard University and Marymount University, sat on the Washington Design Center Board, and spent several years as Membership Director for the Washington Metro ASID Chapter.
Lindsey Askew — Business Development Executive at STARK
Lindsey Askew is an esteemed presence in DC's interior design realm. Inspired by her New England roots, her aesthetic blends beauty with practicality. At STARK Lindsey continues her tenured career in the Washington Design community, cultivating relationships and curating one-of-a-kind rugs.