Mrs. Saavedra-Tragash received formal training in architecture at the University of Florida. Her terminal project focused on the architectural rehabilitation of the interiors of the Royal Palm, a historic Art Deco hotel located in the Miami Beach Architectural District. Mrs. Saavedra-Tragash supplemented her architectural education interning at firms that specialize in interior architecture. There she developed a propensity toward interior architectural details. Mrs. Saavedra-Tragash is the Principal in Charge of overseeing the firm’s interior projects concentrating on design, space programming / planning, finish / furnishing selection, specification & purchasing throughout each phase of the project. Mrs. Saavedra-Tragash talent is well balance between commercial and residential projects.SELECTED EXAMPLES OF WORK INCLUDES:National YoungArts Fundation ■ Executive Offices at the Bacardi BuildingThe Mansions at Acqualina ■ Atrio, Grand Salon, Health Club, Drawing Room, Wine Room and Cigar Room ■ Model Unit and Sales OfficeFisher Island Beach ClubCosta d’ Este Beach ResortMiami Culinary Institute ■ Cafe, Wine and Food Theater, Tuyo RestaurantESPA at Acqualina Resort Emilio Estefan’s penthouse office studioRECOGNITIONS:2010 AIA Award of Interior Design Exellence, Costa d’ Este Beach Resort2010 & 2012 Ornare Tastemakers showcase, Private Residences2010 Spa Finder Reader’s choise award for interior Design, Espa at Acqualina Resort2012 Hospitality Design Award, Miami Culinary Institute2013 Forbes Travel Guide for Best Interior design, Espa at Acqualina Resort