ICYMI: How Rice Fergus Miller Creates Culturally Rooted Hospitality Spaces
This episode explores how Rice Fergus Miller designs culturally authentic hospitality spaces by listening to communities, collaborating with local artists, and integrating cultural narratives to foster a sense of belonging.
In this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article-read episode, we revisit an article titled, "How Rice Fergus Miller Creates Culturally Rooted Hospitality Spaces," written by Allison Lampo and published on the interiors+sources website on July 1, 2025. Interior Designer and Principal Jennifer Fleming shares insights into their approach, emphasizing the importance of listening to communities, collaborating with local artists, and integrating cultural narratives into design.By focusing on authenticity and community connection, Rice Fergus Miller crafts environments that resonate deeply with their surroundings and the people they serve.
As you listen to this episode, you'll discover how their projects, such as the Jamestown S’Klallam Healing Clinic and the 7 Cedars Hotel, embody the firm’s commitment to meaningful design that honors identity and fosters a sense of belonging.
A Seneca woman and longtime leader in the commercial flooring industry, Allison Lampo brings over a decade of experience partnering with tribal communities to shape spaces that reflect heritage, identity, and intention. As Vice President of Gaming at Encore, she specializes in tribal gaming and hospitality environments, guiding clients through complex flooring decisions with strategy, empathy, and cultural clarity.
Lampo leads with respect for legacy and a clear belief that cultural representation should never be an afterthought. When she steps into a space, she’s not just advocating for great design. She’s protecting tribal vision. To her, every layer matters.
