Will Nguyen

Today, we honor the women who shaped not only who we are… but how we see the world. The mothers who taught us creativity and resilience. Who showed us that beauty lives in the details. That home is something you feel. That community matters. That storytelling, generosity, hard work, and care are all forms of design. For many of us in the creative industry, our first understanding of space, hospitality, color, culture, and belonging started at home… often through the quiet lessons of our mothers. This Mother’s Day, the AAPIDA Los Angeles Chapter shares reflections honoring the women whose influence continues to shape our lives, our work, and our community. To all the mothers, grandmothers, chosen family, and maternal figures who light the way forward — thank you. 🤍 #MothersDay #AAPIDA #AAPIDesignAlliance #DesignCommunity #AANHPIHeritageMonth

Happy SongKran - Pi Mai to my Thai & Laos friends, fun street party on Hollywood Boulevard in Thaitown… I had my first mini water 💦 fight against some Thai aunties… they beat me down and I loved it! Enjoyed learning a bit more about this holiday and its traditions! Next time, I need to head to Bangkok! #ThaitownLA #ThaiNewYear #LosAngeles

Meet the artist Isadora Gullov-Singh and experience her meditations on canvas curated by The Art Wolf inside Collective Form Tuesday May 5th 2pm - 5pm 767 N La Cienega Boulevard West Hollywood CA 90069 #ArtandDesign #DesignCrawlLA #WomenArtists #ContemporaryAbstraction

!Art Heist on La Cienega! Perhaps inspired by recent activity @museelouvre two art thieves broke the glass door @collectiveform early this morning and made off with an artwork by @dopez although the thieves pondered the beautiful showroom for 45 minutes inspecting additional bronze artworks by @susannaspeirsali nothing else was taken So far one thief has been apprehended but the artwork remains at large #artheist #lcdq #lacienega #dopez

What Happens In Vegas… AAPI Design Alliance style! Our Los Angeles chapter hit the road for our first-ever team trip to Las Vegas Market! 🎰 We were there to cheer on our very own Peti Lau as she rocked the Ahead of the Curve panel, moderated by the fabulous Lara Hallock of Luxe Interiors + Design Texas, alongside the incredibly talented Anne-Marie Barton and Chris Todd. From inspiring design talks to showroom hopping (and maybe a little late-night Thunder from Down Under fun 🤫 🕺), it was a trip with endless laughs, hair extensions, Korean BBQ and of course design inspo. Thank you to Jon Pertchik + ANDMORE! Here’s to many more adventures together… yeehaw 🤠 . . . #aapidesignalliance #aapida #AsianAmericanPacificIslanderDesignAlliance #LasVegasMarket #Andmore #Design #interiordesign #luxeinteriorsanddesign #luxe #AAPIDALosAngelesChapter #California to #Vegas #ThunderFromDownUnder #WhatHappensInVegas #AAPI #teambuilding

Summer pools vibes… nothing better than soaking up the sun ☀️, cooling off in the pool 💦 and being surrounded by these ponies 🐴. Thank you Sam for hosting another fun pool + bbq weekend ☀️🩷 🌈 #summer #poolparty #westhollywood #california #gay #love #gingerrogers #volleyball

We visited The Getty Villa the first weekend it reopened after the Palisades fire and wow, I’m so glad this gem was unscathed. Grateful, my college buds Max & Travis 🤘🏻were down to explore this stunning place during their visit from Austin… the collection is incredible and the architecture & gardens is gorgeous! Thanks to smart design and defensible landscaping, this place and its priceless artifacts were untouched. Can’t wait to go back… who wants to go? Haha 😆 . . . #GettyVilla #Design #Architecture #ManicuredGardens #Museum #LAArt #UniversityofTexas #Longhorns #TexasCrew #LA #Malibu #California

A golden hour to remember at the luminous De Gournay House 🌅✨ Golden Hour Social 2025 marked our third year bringing together the AANHPI creative community for an unforgettable evening of culture, connection, and celebration — in honor of AANHPI Heritage Month. The house came alive as designers, storytellers, and leaders from across Los Angeles gathered to celebrate heritage, creativity, and community. One of the evening’s most inspiring moments: awarding the very first @aapi_designalliance scholarship — a meaningful milestone in our ongoing commitment to uplifting future AANHPI voices. With record-breaking attendance and vibrant energy throughout, this year’s event felt especially memorable. Thank you to our gracious host @degournay and generous sponsors @starkcarpet @starkcarpet_la and @samuelandsons for helping bring it all to life. 💫 📸: @agecamera 🎶: @cornelia11.11 #GoldenHourSocial #aanhpiheritagemonth #aapida #designweekla

We’re coming off a high from last week’s incredible dinner between two game-Changing organizations doing great work in LA and beyond. ___ An intimate evening beneath the storied colonnade of Chateau Marmont 🌙✨ Co-hosted by AAPIDA’s Los Angeles chapter and Save Iconic Architecture (@saveiconicarchitecture ), our LA Heritage & Preservation dinner was held in celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month — a candlelit gathering honoring culture, creative spirit, preservation stewardship, and the power of bringing LA’s design community together. Designers, storytellers, and visionaries gathered in thoughtful conversation and joyful connection — sparking new friendships and shared inspiration that lingered long after the final toast. Grateful to our generous sponsors — @synderdiamond @graff_designs @fisherpaykel @lutronelectronics — for helping bring this timeless night to life. 💫 📸: Andrew Ge Photography @agecamera #aapidesignalliance #AAPIDA #saveiconicarchitecture #LAHeritageAndPreservationDinner #DesignWeekLA2025

As leaders of AAPIDA (@aapi_designalliance ) | Los Angeles Chapter, alongside RIOS (@rios.imagines ) we initially planned a Lunar New Year celebration for this day. However, in light of the recent wildfires, we quickly pivoted to a vital conversation on ‘Rebuilding After Fires’ to support LA wildfire victims and strengthen our community. We personally wanted to do our part as an organization to help our fellow Angelenos. We hope this dialogue is just the beginning of continued efforts to rebuild fire-resistant homes and neighborhoods. ❤️🙏✨ In the wake of the recent wildfires, it’s more important than ever to come together and explore how design can foster resilience and recovery. With the support of our community, we’re excited to curate a space for meaningful conversation and action. This in-person and virtual panel will bring together a diverse group of experts to share practical, innovative approaches to rebuilding homes, designing fire-resilient landscapes, and navigating the post-disaster recovery process. This inclusive space is especially for those impacted by the fires, including those who’ve lost their homes. ✨ Featured Panelists: 
Moderator: Kelly Phillips Badal, Homes Editor, Luxe Interiors + Design
General Contractor: Ceci Clarke, Builder, President, Ceci Clarke, Inc.
Structural Engineer: Ben Varela, Principal, Offset Engineering
Defensible Space: Robin Kim, Senior Project Designer, Landscape Architect, RIOS
House Hardening: Chien Yu, Firefighter Engineer, Pasadena Fire Department 📅 Saturday, Feb 8th, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
(Followed by a family-style Lunar New Year-inspired lunch) 
📍 RIOS | 3101 W. Exposition Pl. Los Angeles, CA 90018 (Located just 2 blocks from the Exposition / Crenshaw Expo Line stop) We’re truly grateful 🙏🙏🙏 for the support of the following sponsors from the design community: 
@the.real.thomas.lavin 
@lutronelectronics 
@robinabenson 
@massbeverly 
@randolphhein 
@interiordesignmag 
@californiaclosetsoc @calclosetslosangeles 
@phillipjeffriesltd See the link in our bio for more details on the event or how to join via Zoom. ✨✨✨

Happy New Year’s Eve, everyone! 2024 was jam-packed, and I’m so grateful for all the amazing memories. The year began with a magical birthday celebration in Paris with my work crew, followed by a work trip to Alcoy and Valencia, Spain. Work had its ups and downs, but every moment was part of the journey. In October, we hosted our partners, Serip, touring both coasts and connecting with incredible clients. ✨ FAMILY - I became a guncle for the 5th time and celebrated my nephew’s 100 days (a Vietnamese tradition) in Las Vegas in March. Attended my other nephews graduation in SF in May and then in June, the Nguyen clan reunited to wish our grandma a joyful 95th birthday—nearly 100 family members gathered in Jackson, MS. ❤️ BESTIES + SOLO TRAVEL - July was a highlight as I joined my besties in San Miguel de Allende and Mexico City for a much-needed recharge. Earlier in February, I took a solo trip to Costa Rica, which was a transformative adventure. ✈️ GIVING BACK - Seeing the AAPI Design Alliance grow across the USA this year was inspiring. Huge thanks to our LA leadership team for hosting incredible events—you’re my CRAZY family, and I’m excited for what’s ahead in 2025! As a board member of Texas Crew Foundation, we celebrated the 55th Anniversary in October with a gala under a full T-Rex in Austin, TX. It was my last rodeo with the foundation, and I’m so proud of the new leadership team going forward. 🤠 CHOSEN LA FAMILY - My volleyball family and local besties in LA made this year extra special. From beach volleyball every week in Santa Monica to celebrating milestones and dancing at Rhonda in Silver Lake, this crew is amazing. To my non-volleyball friends who host the best parties (Tu Madre) and late-night get-togethers (Pendry/Mondrian)—thank you for all the joy. My chosen family is my rock, and I’m so lucky to have you. 🌈 Here’s to an unforgettable 2024 and exciting adventures in 2025. Thank you to everyone who made this year incredible. Let’s make 2025 amazing! 🍾 . . . #2024 #HappyNewYear #Recap #TexasCrew #TexasCrewFoundation #AAPIDesignAlliance #LosAngeles #Hollywood #California #gay

Merry Christmas 🎄… I’m currently in a complete fluffy snow ❄️ white out in Bozeman… jk! This photo was from my trip to Bozeman a couple years ago and it gives that perfect Christmasy feeling of the holidays. Wishing everyone of y’all an amazing Christmas holiday! 📸: @idube_creative_house . . #MerryChristmas #2024 #Bozeman #Montana #RSVPBozeman #snow #drunk #blizzard #fluffychristmassnow #HappyHolidays