Life After Graduation
Graduated or approaching graduation and feeling a little apprehensive?
Join our panel discussion with practicing interior designers and members of the British Institute of Interior Design. This informative webinar will give you an insight into the journey of three interior designers from graduation to their current careers in residential and commercial interiors, as well as why they chose to join the professional body that represents their industry, the BIID.
This is a free event for BIID Student members and Associate and Provisional Associate members in their first year of practice.
Chair:
Anna Burles BIID Registered Interior Designer Run for the Hills
Anna Burles is the founder of Run For The Hills, a creative West London interior design studio known for original, award-winning work across residential and hospitality spaces. With projects in the UK and abroad, clients include Ellie Goulding and brands like Kricket and Tivoli Cinemas. Anna is a BIID Registered Interior Designer, lectures at KLC School of Design, and blends vintage style with bold, contemporary design to create truly unique interiors.
Panel Members:
Mathew Freeman BIID Registered Interior Designer Freeman Studio
Mathew Freeman is a former President of the British Institute of Interior Design. Celebrating almost 20 years in the interior design industry in London, Mathew draws on this experience whilst working with clients across many disciplines including residential projects, both developer and private, and commercial projects. Passionate about materiality, detail, and sustainable solutions his work combines his love of artwork, rich textural concepts, and personal service. Personable, attentive and intuitive, Mathew works closely with clients to understand, question and deliver exceptional projects and beautiful homes.
Caroline Milns, BIID Registered Interior Designer Zulufish Interiors
Caroline Milns is an award-winning interior designer and founder of Zulufish Interiors, based in West London. With over 20 years' experience in textiles and interiors, she’s known for creating calm, light-filled spaces with warmth, originality, and attention to detail. Her work blends architectural depth with colour and texture, supported by a talented in-house team and bespoke joinery workshop through sister company Zulufish.
Justine Guillermou, BIID Provisional Associate member Rainbow Shaker
Justine Guillermou is a colourful interior and set designer, storyteller, and lover of all things bold and vibrant. She's also the founder of Rainbow Shaker @rainbow.shaker, a London-based creative studio transforming spaces into playful, personality-filled interiors. Alongside this, she hosts a podcast and online course that empowers others to embrace colour and trust their instincts in design.
Additional information
This event is for current BIID Student members and Provisional Associate and Associate members in their early career. To become a BIID member before registering, click here.
This event will be recorded and will be made available as an on-demand recording post-event to all registered attendees.
Attendance to this event is worth 1.5 Structured CPD hours.
You will be emailed the Zoom Webinar Link the day before the event. If you have any queries, please email the office at info@biid.org.uk or call 020 7628 0255.
By registering for this event, you are agreeing to the BIID Event Terms and Conditions
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