The Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA) is organised by the Society of Interior Designers, Singapore (SIDS), the professional body for the country’s interior design industry. Founded in 1994, SIDS has grown to more than 1,100 members. It works to raise professionalism and awareness of good design, and to mentor and nurture young talent.

Introduced in 2020, SIDA Youth was created to give emerging designers greater exposure, encouragement and opportunities for development. It began as a platform for students in Singapore and now welcomes young talent from international design institutions, bringing different cultures, contexts and perspectives into the conversation.

A SIDA Youth award matters because it comes from the profession itself. Projects are judged by jury panels of industry practitioners, and the awards are designed to support young designers as they move from education into practice. That support comes through exposure, connections with practitioners and industry partners, and opportunities for mentorship and continued learning. For a student designer, recognition at this stage tells the wider design community that their work and their potential are worth watching.

The Raffles Singapore projects recognised this year cover a wide range of spaces and purposes. They include designs for social impact and healthcare, for dining, for public spaces and for the workplace. Raffles Interior Designer Danielle MILLS was recognised for two separate projects, while Raffles Interior Designer MU Zhouxing’s “Grain to Garment” was honoured in two categories at once.

Our winning Raffles Interior Designers and their projects are:

• Gold, Best in Social Impact Design: Raffles Interior Designer Fiolyn HO Chiau Wun for “RE:FORM”
• Gold, Best in Healthcare Design: Raffles Interior Designer Nyein Nyein PHYO for “NGYEIN”
• Silver, Best in Social Impact Design and Silver, Best in Public Space Design: Raffles Interior Designer MU Zhouxing for “Grain to Garment”
• Silver, Best in F&B Design: Raffles Interior Designer Danielle MILLS for “Shuk Shiok”
• Bronze, Best in Public Space Design: Raffles Interior Designer TANG Sochara for “NAE-SARTH”
• Honourable Mention, Best in Public Space Design: Raffles Interior Designer Danielle MILLS for “Shalom Hub”
• Honourable Mention, Best in F&B Design: Raffles Interior Designer Nafiah SHARIFF for “Gen Savor”
• Honourable Mention, Best in Workspace Design: Raffles Interior Designer LIN Chia-Hui for “VIBE Music Media”

Congratulations to all seven Raffles Interior Designers on these outstanding results. Your creativity, your commitment and the effort behind every project have been recognised by the design community. We also thank the educators and mentors who supported you along the way. We are proud to celebrate you, and we look forward to seeing where your design journey takes you next.

Learn about the Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA) here.

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀.

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀@𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀-𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲.𝗲𝗱𝘂.𝘀𝗴
𝗧𝗲𝗹: +𝟲𝟱 𝟵𝟴𝟮𝟯 𝟵𝟱𝟯𝟱

The Spark Design Awards is a prestigious international design competition founded by Peter Kuchnicki, who serves as its President and Executive Director. Established to encourage fresh thinking and innovation across all design disciplines and levels of expertise, the awards operate under the motto “One For All,” reflecting their inclusive approach.

Since its inception, the Spark Design Awards have attracted thousands of entries from around the world, celebrating designs that make a positive impact on society. Under Kuchnicki’s leadership, the awards have expanded globally, with partnerships and exhibitions in countries such as South Korea, Taiwan, and China.

The Student Category of the Spark Design Awards is a dedicated platform that celebrates emerging talent in design. It emphasises the importance of integrating sustainability, functionality, and user experience into their projects. This award is more than just a competition; it is a stepping stone for young designers to transition from academia to the professional world. By participating, students gain invaluable experience, feedback, and the confidence to take their ideas further.

The College would like to congratulate Raffles Interior Designer, Rossalinda, for winning the Bronze Prize in Spark Design Awards 2024!

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀.
𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀@𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀-𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲.𝗲𝗱𝘂.𝘀𝗴
𝗧𝗲𝗹: +𝟲𝟱 𝟵𝟴𝟮𝟯 𝟵𝟱𝟯𝟱

Raffles Design Institute is proud to announce that three Raffles Interior Designers clinched the prestigious Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA) 2024. Out of 90 entries from five institutions, Raffles Interior Designers won the following awards showcasing their innovative design solutions and commitment to sustainability, heritage preservation, and experiential learning.

We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Rossalinda, Dianne, and Chandalyta on their outstanding achievements.

GOLD AWARD (BEST IN PUBLIC SPACE DESIGN)
Rossalinda’s The Symphony of Borneo, a Youth Performance Art and Cultural Centre in Indonesia that aims to preserve and revitalise heritage through interactive and immersive experiences.

GOLD AWARD (BEST IN F&B DESIGN)
Dianne CONDECIDO’s The Green Terminal, a Hawker Centre re-imagined in the former Tanjong Pagar railway station in Singapore blending heritage with modern sustainability practices, and highlighting the importance of green solutions in public spaces.

HONORARY MENTION (BEST IN PUBLIC SPACE DESIGN)
Chandalyta IR’s Greenville, a Biophilic Agricultural Education Centre in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for its forward-thinking design focused on providing impactful education programmes for youth through experiential learning.

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀.
𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀@𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀-𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲.𝗲𝗱𝘂.𝘀𝗴
𝗧𝗲𝗹: +𝟲𝟱 𝟵𝟴𝟮𝟯 𝟵𝟱𝟯𝟱

For the second consecutive year, Raffles Interior Designers participated in the globally renowned INSPIRELI Awards, a competition spanning 160 countries that celebrates young talents in architecture, interior design, and urban design.

The INSPIRELI Awards embody the spirit of inclusivity and innovation, offering a platform to young designers regardless of their backgrounds. With a focus on addressing unique challenges from their own regions, our students presented projects that not only demonstrated creative excellence but also a commitment to meaningful, sustainable solutions.

We are immensely proud of Raffles Interior Designers, Dianne CONDECIDO and Beverly WINDSOR, for contributing to this global dialogue and designing for the community.

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀.
𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀@𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀-𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲.𝗲𝗱𝘂.𝘀𝗴
𝗧𝗲𝗹: +𝟲𝟱 𝟵𝟴𝟮𝟯 𝟵𝟱𝟯𝟱

Raffles Design Institute is excited to announce that Raffles Interior Designer Chheang Phanith was one of the 12 finalists in the prestigious Young Designer Award (YDA) organized by Design Intervention.

The YDA celebrates innovation and emerging talent in residential design. This competition provides design students with a platform to explore and excel in the art of crafting personal spaces, a field the firm is passionate about for its ability to improve lives. As Principal Nikki HUNT expressed, the YDA aims to promote industry excellence and inspire future designers. Congratulations, Chheang Phanith, for your accomplishment and we look forward to seeing her continued success in shaping the future of design.

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀.
𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀@𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀-𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲.𝗲𝗱𝘂.𝘀𝗴
𝗧𝗲𝗹: +𝟲𝟱 𝟵𝟴𝟮𝟯 𝟵𝟱𝟯𝟱