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Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis Is Honored with the Bronze A' Design Award for Symmetry of Comfort Integrated Residential Space in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis acknowledged for interior space and exhibition design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 21, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Bronze A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category for Symmetry of Comfort Integrated Residential Space by Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis, designed for Nathália Vilela Architecture and Interior Design. The result belongs to the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
About Symmetry of Comfort Integrated Residential Space
Symmetry of Comfort is an integrated residential interior that unites living, dining, and kitchen areas in a continuous, harmonious flow. The project emphasizes balance between functionality and emotional warmth through natural materials, soft lighting, and muted tones. Custom furniture and precise detailing enhance spatial fluidity, creating an atmosphere of refined simplicity and comfort. The result is a serene environment that blends aesthetic elegance with the calm rhythm of everyday life.
About Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis
Nathália Vilela is an architect and urban planner known for her creative and practical approach, which transforms spaces and experiences. She stands out for creating innovative solutions that balance aesthetics and functionality, catering to the specific needs of each client. Her relevance in the market lies in her ability to integrate design and architecture holistically, positively impacting people's lives. Nathália contributes to society with ethical and responsible work, prioritizing sustainability and accessibility in her projects. What makes her interesting is her ability to transform environments, reflecting her clients' styles and dreams in a unique way.
Award Record
This recognition makes Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis a winner of 2 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted between the 2024 - 2025 and the 2025 - 2026 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award
The A' Interior Design Award is an international interior design competition recognizing good interior designs by interior designers and architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Typical entries include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. The awarded interior designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/interior
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/173340
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/173340
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!173340
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/361615
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Symmetry of Comfort Integrated Residential Space
- Function
- Integrated Residential Space
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Silver, Saddle Brown, Dark Gray, Gainsboro and White Smoke
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Nathália Vilela Architecture and Interior Design
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis
- Country
- Brazil
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2025 - 2026
- Design ID
- #173340
Credits
- Image Credits
- Photographer Fernando Haenel, Symmetry of Comfort, 2024.
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This integrated residential space unites living, kitchen, and dining areas with remarkable lightness and delicacy. Soft tones, custom finishes, and subtle lighting create a serene and welcoming atmosphere. The design’s strength lies in its refined simplicity, spatial fluidity, and emotional resonance, offering a harmonious balance between elegance and everyday comfort.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the pursuit of emotional balance and visual serenity, this project explores how spatial integration can enhance comfort and connection. The concept draws from the idea of creating a sanctuary within everyday life, where design fosters calmness through light, proportion, and material harmony.
- Research
- Qualitative design research was conducted to understand user behavior in integrated residential environments. Objectives included optimizing layout, enhancing well-being, and improving the use of light. Research tools included observation, lighting simulations, and spatial flow mapping. Findings directly informed aesthetic and functional design decisions.
- Challenge
- The main challenge was balancing spatial openness with visual lightness and functionality in a compact area. Custom solutions were developed for storage, lighting, and acoustic comfort without compromising the elegant aesthetic.
- Realization and Technology
- The project features custom carpentry, natural wood finishes, integrated LED lighting systems, and furniture by Brazilian and Italian brands. The design development process included ergonomic zoning, lighting simulations, and studies on material mood and spatial flow.
- Operation and Interaction
- The layout promotes seamless circulation between functional zones, supporting intuitive use and comfort. The open plan encourages interaction, fluid movement, and visual connection among users.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project began in May 2024 and was completed in December 2024, in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
- Specifications
- Area: approximately 45 square meters. Open-plan layout integrating kitchen, dining, and living spaces. Custom cabinetry, LED lighting, matte finishes, and designer furniture. All dimensions based on ISO standards and ergonomic analysis.
- Keywords
- residential interior, integrated space, open-plan design, Brazilian architecture, multifunctional living, emotional design, custom furniture, spatial flow, lighting design, contemporary home
