Ann Bada-Crema, BID, ARIDO
President and Owner
Education: Ryerson University, Toronto ON, 1986
Ann Bada-Crema is an award-winning designer, founder and president of Launch by Design Inc. who launched the company in 2002. With over 25 years of experience in design, Ann has built an internationally acclaimed design firm by creating original concepts and identities for an array of retail, hospitality, and kids & teens entertainment environments. In addition, her work within various, world-renowned, 5 to 7 star resorts has garnered much attention and praise. Her design diversity encompasses many facets of the design industry and has allowed her to create interiors throughout various design sectors.
Under her vision, Launch By Design Inc. has become a world leader in designing dynamic "state of the art" spaces for kids' entertainment and learning experiences. When walking through the spaces that Ann designs, one can feel the energy, excitement & passion in her work; both children & adults are captivated by the experience of her creations.
As the president of Launch by Design Inc., Ann continually ensures that she has an active role in all projects. Her varied responsibilities within both small and large-scale projects range from client contact, concept design, and supervision of working drawings, through to coordination of site construction. Her enthusiastic and creative approach to all projects enables Launch by Design Inc. to offer innovative, awe-inspiring and refreshing designs to clients and users alike. Ann's creations and achievements have been published in various design and trade publications:
Award-Winning Projects
≡ Atlantis Kids Adventures:- FX International Interior Design Awards Finalist 2010
- Hospitality Design Award 2010
- VM & SD International Store Design Award 2007
- Retail Council of Canada Award 2003
- ARC Awards 2003
- VM & SD International Store Design Award 2001
- Retail Council of Canada Award 2001
- ICSC Canadian Shopping Centre Award 2001
- Retail Store of the Year, Chain Store Age Magazine 2001
- VM & SD International Store Design Award 2000
Publications
- Atlantis Kids Adventures, Kids and Teens: FX Magazine – FX International Design Awards 2010 (December 2010)
- Atlantis Kids Adventures, Kids and Teens: Resort + Recreation Magazine (October 2010)
- Atlantis Kids Adventures, Kids and Teens: Hospitality Design, 2010 HD Awards Winner: Open Category (May/June 2010)
- Atlantis Kids Adventures, Kids and Teens: The Wall Street Journal (April 14, 2010)
- Atlantis Kids Adventures, Kids and Teens: Toronto Star (February 27, 2010)
- Atlantis Kids Adventures, Kids and Teens: USA Today (January 14, 2010)
- Atlantis Dolphin Cay, Retail: Stores and Retail Spaces, Vol. 10 2009
- Atlantis Dolphin Cay, Retail: VM & SD Magazine (February 2008)
- Freyja Collection: VM & SD Magazine (July 2002)
- Raffi Jewelers: Canadian Retailer (July/August 2001)
- Hyde Park Jewelers
- Sports Centre & Kiosks – Air Canada Centre: VM & SD Magazine (May 2000)
Prior to commencing Launch by Design Inc., Ann held the position of Executive Director, Creative Operations at one of Canada's leading design firms. During this time her key role was operating the corporation, managing the creative studio, and overseeing and approving all creative work.
Ann's philosophy in achieving excellence in her work is to undertake her design projects with an imaginative and unique methodology for each client and their needs. Hence, there is no specific "look" or "style" attributed to Ann's designs. Ann believes a successful space that is designed and planned well will allow the customer or guest a memorable experience.
"We live to experience!"
