Houston-based luxury design firm BeDESIGN is proud to announce its recent recognition as the winner of the “Best Residential Project” award from Molteni worldwide. This prestigious accolade comes from the multibillion-dollar company and was awarded among all Molteni dealers globally, including those handling wealthy projects in major cities across Dubai, Qatar, the United States, and beyond.
A Molteni Worldwide Award Milestone for the Houston Team
“This honor represents a significant milestone for our Houston team,” shares Adrian Duenas, CEO and co-founder of BeDESIGN. “Creating exceptional spaces has always been our passion, but receiving this global recognition validates our commitment to excellence.”
Co-founder Marcelo Sáenz emphasizes that this achievement would not have been possible without their close collaboration with Justin Tipler and the entire Tipler company. “Our partnerships are the foundation of our success,” notes Sáenz.
Inside the Award-Winning Woodlands Project
The award-winning Woodlands project featured an ambitious client with a vision to create an extraordinary closet system. The design masterfully incorporated not only Molteni’s premium closet systems but also integrated Hector shelving solutions to showcase one of the most impressive handbag collections the BeDESIGN team has encountered.
Daniel Crocker, Sales Director at BeDESIGN, expertly managed the client relationship throughout the project. “While it was certainly a lengthy process,” Crocker explains, “a concept of this caliber requires the perfect balance of patience, precision, and unwavering attention to detail to achieve such remarkable results.”
Celebrating in Milan
The BeDESIGN team flew to Milan to receive the award at Molteni’s famous headquarters in the city of Giussano on Sunday, April 6th. The ceremony marked a pinnacle moment for the Houston company as they were celebrated among the world’s elite design professionals.
Following the awards ceremony, the team will immerse themselves in Milan Design Week 2025, running from April 7th to 12th, where they will explore the latest innovations and visit the newly renovated Palazzo Molteni—but those experiences deserve their own spotlight. Stay tuned for more exciting news about BeDESIGN’s continued international recognition and design discoveries from their Italian journey.
What the Molteni Worldwide Award Means
Presented annually by Molteni&C, one of Italy’s most storied furniture houses, the Molteni Worldwide Award celebrates the most accomplished residential and commercial projects completed by the brand’s global network of partners. Entries are judged on design vision, technical execution, and how seamlessly Molteni&C collections are integrated into the architecture of the home. Winning the Molteni Worldwide Award in the Best Residential Project category places BeDESIGN among an elite group of international studios recognized for design excellence at the highest level.
For Houston homeowners, the recognition is more than a trophy on a shelf. It signals that world-class Italian design expertise is available locally, from space planning and custom millwork to the curation of furniture, lighting, and finishes. The same team that earned the 2025 Molteni Worldwide Award brings that standard of craft to every project it undertakes, whether a single living room refresh or a full residence.
The timing of the ceremony also allowed the team to attend Salone del Mobile during Milan Design Week, returning to Texas with first looks at the newest collections and a renewed sense of inspiration that clients will see reflected in upcoming projects throughout the year.
Reflecting on the Molteni Worldwide Award, the studio extends its gratitude to its clients, craftspeople, and partners in Italy, whose collaboration made this achievement possible. BeDESIGN also thanks the Houston design community for its continued support and enthusiasm. The firm looks forward to building on the momentum of the Molteni Worldwide Award with a new season of residential projects across Texas, each one shaped by the same dedication to proportion, materiality, and timeless European craftsmanship.
Photography: Sane Dante Photography | Interior Design: Hannah Weinberg, Hannah Brooke Design
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