Winners of the BIID Student Drawing Competition 2024 announced

Published on 19th June 2024

Prize winners for ‘Digital’, ‘Hand Drawn’ and 'Hybrid' for this national competition have been awarded

The BIID is delighted to announce the winners of its national Student Drawing Competition 2024

Digital Category Winner Md Abu Al Should, University of Brighton
Hand Drawn Category Winner Asude Nur Erek, UWE Bristol
Hybrid Category Winner Eszter Molnar, London Metropolitan University

Digital Winner – Brighton Youth Centre Re-Imagined by Md Abu Al Should, University of Brighton

Judges’ comments

The judges commend the presentation for its artistic yet architectural approach, effectively communicating design ideas while engaging the viewer's imagination. The use of colour and Photoshop actions enhances the concept, evoking an emotionally intelligent design. The digital media is applied creatively, combining distinctive and arresting textures and layers with a watercolour-like looseness, capturing the atmosphere and complexity of the concept without being overly literal.

Hand Drawn Winner – Anatolio by Asude Nur Erek, UWE Bristol

Judges’ comments

The judges praised the sketch for its strong effectiveness, vibrant energy, and excellent use of colour, noting its boldness and clarity. It impresses with its immediacy and surety of touch, making it ideal for early-stage concept discussions. The brushstrokes and style clearly convey the designer's intent, with the colours adding a magical quality. Overall, it receives top marks for its impactful presentation.

Hybrid Winner – Hub of Connection by Eszter Molnar, London Metropolitan University

Judges’ comments

The judges commended the illustration as a masterclass in mixed media, skilfully blending hand-drawn and digital elements with great consideration. Its imaginative, layered visualisation creates depth and impact, continually revealing new details upon closer inspection. The abstract design effectively conveys the concept, promising excitement for clients. Well-proportioned with an interesting subject and placement, the piece stands out as both a thorough and successful entry, worthy of being displayed as artwork on a wall.

Highly Commended

The judges also awarded Highly Commended accolades to

Digital

Imrana Ali, University of the West of England
Alexa Yapp, Arts University Plymouth

Hand Drawn

Olivia Biniak, Falmouth University
Kayla Haughton, University of the West of England

Hybrid

Ilayda Oguz Norwich University of the Arts

Freedom of Children by Imrana Ali, University of the West of England

Florist Fusion by Alexa Yapp, Arts University Plymouth

Loom Library - Entrance Hall by Olivia Biniak, Falmouth University

Infusion by Kayla Haughton, University of the West of England

BMW & Tommy Hilfiger Brand-Stand by Ilayda Oguz Norwich University of the Arts

Judges

The competition has been created to celebrate student talent from across the UK and is free of charge to enter to ensure that it is as inclusive as possible. A Judging Panel of BIID Registered Interior Designers was convened to judge the winners. The 2024 judges were:

May Fawzy, RegID – BIID President and owner of MF Design Studio
Lester Bennett, RegID – BIID Past President and design consultant
Verity Coleman, RegID – Chair of the BIID Diversity & Inclusion Committee and owner of Rascals & Roses
Chris Dezile, RegID – Member of the BIID Membership Committee and owner of Honky Design
Dee Gibson, RegID – Member of the BIID Sustainability Committee and owner of Velvet Orange

Entries were judged anonymously, and the judges were asked to assess entries on creativity and originality, technical ability, and the ability to communicate a design idea or concept. The winners of each category receive a cash prize of £500 each.

Congratulations to the winners and to all the entrants who submitted to a very high standard!