British Designer Ilse Crawford Honoured with CBE
Ilse Crawford, the influential British designer, author, and academic, was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2021 New Year Honours list. This prestigious award was conferred for her significant services to design.
A CBE is one of the highest-ranking honours in the British honours system, awarded to individuals who have made a conspicuous leading role in regional affairs, through achievement or service to the community, or a highly distinguished, innovative contribution in his or her area of activity.
Crawford is highly regarded for her pioneering human-centric approach to design, focusing on well-being and creating environments that support everyday life. Her work spans across:
- Interior design for residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces.
- Furniture and product design.
- Design consultancy and brand development.
- Authorship of influential books on design and living.
- Educational roles, including founding the Man and Well-Being department at the Design Academy Eindhoven.
Founder of Studioilse in London, her philosophy emphasizes creating designs that connect with human emotions and basic needs, making spaces more liveable and meaningful. The CBE acknowledges her profound impact on contemporary design thinking and practice, both in the UK and internationally.
