INTERNATIONAL DESIGN AWARDS ANNOUNCE 2008 WINNERS

Los Angeles, CA (January 26, 2009) Sophie Gyllenhammar Mattsson of Sweden was Awarded: Third Prize in Accessory - Jewelry for the entry titled, " Sophie By Sophie." The International Design Awards exist to celebrate the world's most visionary designers, discover new and emerging talent, and promote the appreciation of design worldwide.

Architects and designers of interiors, fashion, products, and graphics submitted over 1000 entries from 52 countries throughout the world, proving IDA's global emphasis. Judging was a rigorous process, with winners receiving publication of their work in the 2008 International Design Awards art book, to be distributed to museum bookstores nationwide; promotion to 100,000 design professionals and potential clients worldwide; year-long coverage on the International Design Awards website; and critical acclaim by our distinguished panel of judges.

- I am very happy and proud that SOPHIE by SOPHIE won this prestigious award. I feel honoured of this international recognition. The award gives and international attention and increase the interest for my jewellery, says Sophie Gyllenhammar Mattsson, founder and deisgner of SOPHIE by SOPHIE.

Jurors included Qingyun Ma, Dean of Architecture, University of Southern California; Gwynne Pugh, Pugh+Scarpa Architects; Kahi Lee, Host, HGTV's "Design on a Dime" and Style Network's "My Celebrity Home"; Rido Busse, Chairman, German Industry and Trade Board; John Dunnigan, Chair, Department of Furniture, Rhode Island School of Design; and Brandusa Niro, Editor-in-Chief and Founder, Fashion Week Daily; and other leaders and editors in the design fields.

About the Winner:

Sophie Gyllenhammar Mattsson :
sophie@sophiebysophie.com
http://www.sophiebysophie.com



2009-04-15

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