Jasper Sanders invited to judge the Next Generation Awards 2026, hosted by Commercial Interiors UK and Design Insider.
Jasper Sanders was delighted to be invited to join the judging panel for the Next Generation Awards 2026, hosted by Commercial Interiors UK and Design Insider, celebrating the emerging talent helping to define the future of the commercial interiors industry.
Culminating in a celebratory awards dinner held at the beautiful Hallé St Peter’s in Manchester, the awards recognise the achievements of rising designers, students and professionals across the breadth of the commercial interiors sector, from emerging creative talent to individuals making their mark in leadership, sales, marketing and business development.
Now established as an important industry platform, the Next Generation Awards celebrate ambition, creativity and innovation, whilst highlighting the breadth of opportunity available within commercial interiors as a vibrant and rewarding career path.
The independent judging panel brought together respected professionals from across the industry, including:
Jasper Sanders, Founder and Director, Jasper Sanders + Partners
Cora Kemp, Director, Informare
Chris Ellis, Founder and Managing Director, Barhatch and Box
Steve Hanstock, Managing Director, Vigour Training
Together, the panel reviewed submissions against the award criteria, carefully considering the evidence, achievements and impact demonstrated by each nominee. The judging process involved thoughtful discussion and debate, ensuring that those recognised represented the very best of emerging talent within the sector.
Jasper was honoured to contribute to an initiative that celebrates the next generation of designers and industry professionals, recognising the creativity, dedication and ambition of those who will help shape the future of commercial interiors.
The awards serve as an important reminder that the continued evolution of the industry depends not only on great design, but on supporting, encouraging and celebrating the people who will take it forward.
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