Interior designers to be awarded by Berger Paints

Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited has announced the second edition of the Berger Award for Interior Design (BAID) 2025, aimed at celebrating creativity, innovation, and excellence in interior design across the country.

The announcement was made today (22 November) during a press conference held at the Gulshan Club.

Organisers said BAID 2025 will feature two categories, Professional and Amateur. A total of six winners will each receive Tk1 lakh, a certificate, and a trophy.

Applications for the award will open tomorrow, and the submission deadline is 15 December.

The event was attended by several renowned architects and members of the country's design community, adding prominence and vibrancy to the occasion.

Ar Jalal Ahmed, FIAB, FKIA, will serve as the advisor for the award, while an esteemed jury panel led by Jury Chair Ar Md Ehsan Khan will evaluate and select the outstanding interior design projects. Other jury members include Ar Tanya Karim, Ar Bayejid Mahbub Khondker, Ar Mohammed Emran Hossain, and eminent artist Dhali Al Mamun.

Highlighting Berger's commitment to fostering the design industry, Mohsin Md Habib Chowdhury, chief operating officer and director of Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited, said, "BAID 2025 is not just an award; it is a catalyst for advancing interior design practices in Bangladesh. The program inspires professionals and emerging designers to adopt global standards, sustainable materials, and modern aesthetics."

"This initiative fosters a culture of excellence that elevates the entire design industry," he added.

Organisers added that Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited continues to encourage architectural and interior design brilliance while contributing to a sustainable and innovative future for Bangladesh's design landscape.

Further details and submission guidelines are available on the Berger Paints Bangladesh website and official Facebook page.