Congratulations to the RISD students who took home “Best in Show” and “Best Green” honors at last night’s jam-packed Modern + Design + Function 2008 event at the Providence Design Within Reach studio.

Juried by local creative professionals in the design, architecture, art and fashion worlds, M+D+F is an exhibition of innovative furniture by emerging designers in the Providence area and provides an opportunity for peer, public and professional recognition for up-and-coming designers and firms.

RISD students Joesph Ng, Ethan Ballweber, Joyce Pang, Spencer Brown, James Lear and Chris Tolles exhibited work. James won Best Green Design and Chris won Best in Show. Congratulations!

Thanks to Joseph for reporting on the event and the fantastic RISD showing (9 of the 23 pieces were by RISD students or alumni) and inevitable successes! You can read more about the event and see more pictures, courtesy of Tino Chow, on the IDSA RISD blog.

[P.S. from Liz L.: I think I’m probably still missing a few names — please send them in!]