NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – Kenya’s commercial design sector received a major boost on Thursday evening as Design Space Kenya Ltd was named the Interior Design Company of the Year at the 5th Annual National Business Leadership Awards (NaBLA Awards) Gala, held at the Weston Hotel, Nairobi.
Founded in 2015 in Nairobi with a vision to bring a new energy to workplace design, Design Space Kenya has rapidly scaled its operations over the last decade.
The firm’s comprehensive business model, which specializes in turnkey commercial interior architecture and integrated fit-out solutions, was a key factor in its recognition by the independent judging panel. The company’s clientele spans government agencies, multinationals, humanitarian organizations, and prominent blue chip companies across East Africa.
The NaBLA Awards, organized by Carlstic, celebrates companies demonstrating excellence, resilience, and impactful leadership in the Kenyan business landscape.
Upon receiving the prestigious award, Michael Nyamai, the CEO of Design Space Kenya Ltd, emphasized the strategic value of the company’s work.
“This award is a powerful testament to the tireless innovation and execution excellence of our entire team. For us, interior design is not a luxury; it is a strategic business tool that directly influences performance and morale,” Mr. Nyamai stated. “Being named the top firm in Kenya by the NaBLA Awards is the culmination of years spent refining our turnkey model, ensuring that every corporate space we touch is not only beautiful but measurably productive. We are proudly championing Kenyan design expertise on the regional stage.”
The awards host, Kimani Patrick, CEO of The Carlstic Group Ltd, congratulated the winners while underlining the economic significance of the recognition.
“The NaBLA Awards spotlight companies that are not just succeeding but truly shaping the future of their respective industries,” said Mr. Patrick. “Design Space Kenya Ltd stands out in a competitive field, demonstrating the kind of disciplined growth and visionary leadership we celebrate under this year’s theme, ‘Scaling Beyond Stagnation.’ Their work reflects a deep understanding of modern corporate needs, delivering world-class spaces that are a credit to the entire East African design ecosystem.”
Design Space Kenya Ltd is noted for handling high-stakes projects, offering services that span from detailed space planning and layout optimization to full office partitioning and bespoke joinery. This comprehensive approach minimizes client risk and ensures the delivery of high-quality, functional commercial environments, establishing them as a market leader in the competitive regional design ecosystem after just ten years in operation.
The win places Design Space Kenya at the forefront of the design industry, signaling a potent force in the ongoing transformation of Kenya’s commercial and corporate real estate sector.
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