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For a second consecutive year, Marymount University Interior Design<\/a> student Tran Truong has been recognized for her stand-out interior design concepts as part of the 2021 WindowsWear Mentorship Program. <\/span><\/p>\n

This year\u2019s competition<\/a> challenged students from across the nation to reimagine the store of designer Michael Kors<\/a> as the world renowned company celebrates its 40th anniversary. The company\u2019s vision, paired with the values of environmental and social change, were central components of the challenge.  <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWhat inspired me is the application of experimental graphic design and sustainability in a healthy world of retail design,\u201d Truong explained. \u201cThe aspects of design I really wanted to achieve were how to make users rethink the way they shop. It\u2019s not solely about the product quality \u2014 hence, it\u2019s now an experience.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tran Truong’s winning interior design concept for the 2021 WindowsWear Mentorship Program with Michael Kors.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Truong was among 10 finalists, including fellow Marymount University student Nilufar Sizdahkhani. Their submissions were reviewed and judged by the Michael Kors team, which selected Truong as the first-place winner. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI wasn\u2019t expecting to win!\u201d Truong said. \u201cHowever, it was amazing working with different luxury brands so that I can improve my critical thinking in the design process, as well as improve my graphic design skills.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Truong was first introduced to the WindowsWear Mentorship Program competition by Jessica Bonness, Assistant Professor of Interior Design at Marymount University. She went on to submit a fashion-forward window design for the 2020 WindowsWear and COACH<\/a> competition centered on a futuristic holiday display, claiming first place in that competition as well. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201c<\/span>Tran embodies the professionalism, work ethic and creative excellence that we value at Marymount\u2019s Interior Design program,” Bonness said. “Her success in winning two WindowsWear Mentorship competitions in two years is a phenomenal achievement that will propel her far in the industry.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tran Truong, center, after winning the 2020 WindowsWear competition with COACH, alongside fellow finalists and Marymount University students Shantell Reyes and Daniel Schrei.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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As the winner, Truong was awarded a paid internship with Tapestry<\/a>, the parent company of COACH<\/a> and major brands like Kate Spade<\/a>, at its headquarters in New York City for the summer of 2020. However, the internship was rescheduled for 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. <\/span><\/p>\n

Truong\u2019s achievements have been propelled by a life-long interest in architecture. Before settling in the U.S., Truong had attended Ho Chi Minh City University of Architecture in her native country of Vietnam. When she emigrated to the U.S. and enrolled at Northern Virginia Community College, she was hesitant to continue pursuing her passion due to the language barrier. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI was not confident about myself since the English language has been my most concerning challenge,\u201d Truong said. \u201cHowever, after taking many art courses, I recognized that I still have a heart for art and design, so I decided to sign up for interior design.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

In an effort to continue her studies, Truong enrolled at Marymount University with support from a merit scholarship.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI knew that Marymount was the place for me,” she said. “Not only is the Interior Design department inclusive, but most professors and friends I have met are very helpful and friendly.”<\/span><\/p>\n

This summer, Truong will fulfill her initial internship opportunity with COACH and continue working part-time as an interior design assistant at Aging-in-Place, a remodeling company in Sterling, Va. Truong is hopeful to accept the internship with Michael Kors in New York City in the fall. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThese awards mean so much to me because they have proved that no matter where I’m from, no matter who I am, as long as I pace myself and try my best, I can do it,\u201d Truong said. \u201cAs an Asian-American immigrant, I hope to encourage anyone who has started a new life in a foreign country, just like I did, to have more confidence about who they truly are and what they can do.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

  For a second consecutive year, Marymount University Interior Design student Tran Truong has been recognized for her stand-out interior design concepts as part of the 2021 WindowsWear Mentorship Program.  This year\u2019s competition challenged students from across the nation to reimagine the store of designer Michael Kors as the world renowned company celebrates its 40th […]<\/p>\n

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