Shape the Future of Design: Enter Dezeen Awards 2026!
Meet Aziza Chaouni: Championing Sustainable Architecture
Moroccan architect Aziza Chaouni, director of SoNo Lab and founder of Aziza Chaouni Projects, joins the architecture panel. Her work and research are deeply rooted in sustainable design and adaptive reuse, particularly within the Global South. Chaouni has an impressive portfolio, collaborating with organizations like the World Monuments Fund on heritage projects, such as the Brutalist La Maison du Peuple in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Her innovative contributions have been showcased internationally at prestigious events like the Venice Architecture Biennale and the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art.
Britt Moran: Crafting Timeless Interiors with Historical Flair
Milan-based designer Britt Moran, co-founder of Dimore Studio, will lend his expertise to the interiors judging panel. Known for a distinctive style that weaves historical influences with contemporary aesthetics, Dimore Studio creates interiors that are both luxurious and narrative-rich. Their recent projects include the lavish interior of the La Dolce Vita Orient Express train and a Mediterranean-modernist renovation of a Saint-Tropez apartment. Dimore Studio's excellence was recognized last year when they won the 2025 interior designer of the year at the Dezeen Awards.
Benni Allan: An Innovative Force in Interior Design
Joining Britt Moran on the interiors panel is Benni Allan, founder and director of London-based studio EBBA. Allan's practice is characterized by a hands-on approach and a focus on materiality. Notable works include a radiant canopy for Houghton Festival, a coffee shop nestled within London's bustling Holborn tube station, and a minimalist raw-basalt home extension. Allan also extends his creative vision to furniture design, with collections such as sculptural, curved pieces crafted from solid oak, demonstrating his versatility and artistic depth.
Felicia Hung: Illuminating Design with Materiality and Community
Felicia Hung, co-founder of the New York City-based lighting brand In Common With, will contribute her insights to the design panel for Dezeen Awards 2026. Alongside co-founder Nick Ozemba, Hung explores the intrinsic qualities of materials, often utilizing ceramics to produce bespoke pieces, such as a series of handmade clay shades created in collaboration with artist Ariana Heinzman. In 2024, Hung and Ozemba expanded their creative footprint by opening Quarters, a dynamic concept store and community hub that hosts events and showcases installations and collections from various designers.
Seize the Opportunity: Submit Your Project Now!
The call for entries for Dezeen Awards 2026 is still open. Professionals in architecture, interiors, and design are encouraged to submit their projects before the deadline on May 27. This is an unparalleled chance to gain global recognition and join the ranks of past award-winning innovators. For those seeking more information or ready to submit, the official entry platform is accessible, offering a streamlined process to showcase your work to the world. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an esteemed global design celebration.