Honoree Profile

Nicole Sayers

Create + CO

Title: Design Director
Tenure at Firm: 10 years
Nominating Principal: Kristina York, Principal + Alchemist
School: University of Cincinnati
Major: S. in Interior Design

Inspired By:

For me, travel is a significant source of inspiration. Exploring new places and seeing things thru a different lens, recharges me and sparks new ideas.

Keys to a Successful Project:
Trust, great communication and solid partnerships.

What makes architecture and design in Tampa Bay unique or interesting?

I love the opportunity our local climate provides for the development of those “in between” spaces that blur the lines from outside-in.

“Nicole’s design leadership has powered some of our most recognized and awarded work. She elevates ideas, strengthens partnerships, and ensures every detail aligns with purpose and story.

She doesn’t just design beautiful spaces. She creates places people feel connected to —and that’s why she deserves this recognition.”

Kristina York
Principal + Alchemist

Favorite Haworth Collection Piece:

Cabana Lounge

What Is Special About It:

The breadth of this line is substantial and offers solutions for a variety of applications. I appreciate that its numerous configurations allow it to look completely different from project to project.