ICFA Names 2024 Richard Frinier Design Scholarship Winner

Scott Grove has earned the ICFA/Richard Frinier Design Scholarship for his submission of “Seaside Sun-dance,” a collection of five textile patterns for luxury hotel and cruise pool furniture, presented in an innovative laser-cut umbrella and patio cover devised to interact with sunlight.The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) rising junior credits the time he spent in the ocean and swimming pools of his home state of Florida, observing the interplay of light and shadow on the water, for inspiring the blue and white tones and fluid shapes of his distinctive designs.“This collection urges organic flowing lines into pool spaces and uses light to motivate people to sunbathe, swim and relax in a unique shaded area,” Grove said. “Ideas of navigation and travel are referenced through dashed lines and inspire hotel and cruise guests to explore the space.“All patterns would be woven with acrylic to endure outdoor conditions, and the proposed laser-cut would be cut from a similar acrylic w...