IE and JLL Design Wonder Award
Dezeen Competitions: Spanish institution IE University and JLL Design have teamed up to offer full interior design master’s degree funding for nine individuals.
Winners will be enrolled for free on the MDes programme, which is based in Madrid, Spain, with the chance of employment by JLL Design or Tétris Design & Build Studios following successful completion of the course.
This competition is now closed
Organiser: IE University and JLL Design
Competition: IE and JLL Design Wonder Award
Judges: a selection committee comprising representatives from IE School of Architecture and Design and JLL Design
Submission deadline: 30 April 2026
Winner announcement: 15 May 2026
Prizes: fully-funded tuition for IE University’s Master in Interior Design in Madrid for nine winners
Competition overview
The IE and JLL Design Wonder Award is a global initiative offering nine designers fully-funded tuition for IE University’s Master in Interior Design in Madrid, combining academic training with industry input from JLL Design.
Nine winners receive full tuition funding for the Master in Interior Design.
Graduates may also be considered for roles within JLL Design or Tétris Design & Build Studios.
Eligibility and judging criteria
Applicants from around the world with a background in design who are admitted to the Master in Interior Design (MDes) programme.
Applicants are assessed on academic excellence, creativity and innovation in design, as well as their potential to contribute to the future of interior design.
How to enter
Candidates must first apply and be admitted to the MDes programme, then submit a portfolio, CV and a 500-word statement explaining their suitability for the award.
Submission deadlines
Applications must be submitted by 30 April 2026, with admission decisions completed by 15 May 2026.
About JLL Design
JLL Design is a global design firm that creates and delivers workplace, retail and hospitality spaces, combining creativity with real-world expertise.
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