New Designers: Judging for 2026
Image credit: New Designers 2026, Mark Cocksedge Photography
At the heart of our business is a passion for great design, and we believe that investing in emerging designers is one of the most meaningful ways we can help shape the future of the industry. Early opportunities can make all the difference, providing the confidence, recognition, and encouragement that young creatives need as they begin their professional journeys.
Image credit: New Designers 2026, Mark Cocksedge Photography
Celebrating Emerging Design Talent
This year, we had the pleasure of attending New Designers 2026 as judges for our Rising Star: Next Gen Award. The event once again showcased an incredible standard of work from graduating designers across the UK, making the judging process both inspiring and incredibly difficult. After careful consideration, we were delighted to present this year's award to Tyler Lambert from Bath Spa University.
Tyler's work stood out for its exceptional combination of commercial thinking, sustainable design principles, and strong creative execution. Alongside an impressive portfolio, Tyler demonstrated excellent presentation skills and a clear understanding of the design process all qualities that we believe will serve him well throughout his career. We'll be sharing more about Tyler's winning project and what made it such a standout entry in the coming months.
Supporting Future Designers Beyond the Award
As part of the Rising Star: Next Gen Award, Tyler will join our London studio for a two-month internship, giving him the opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience, collaborate with our design team, and further develop his skills in a professional environment. Providing real-world opportunities like this is something we're incredibly passionate about. We know how valuable these experiences can be in helping graduates bridge the gap between education and industry.
Recognising Outstanding Talent
Alongside our overall winner, we also recognised 10 outstanding runners-up, each receiving one of our Love Tags Awards.
These designers impressed us with their creativity, innovation, and potential, and we're excited to introduce each of them over the coming weeks. Stay tuned as we share their inspiring work and celebrate the incredible talent emerging from this year's exhibition.
Looking Ahead
Judging at New Designers for a second consecutive year has been an inspiring experience. The creativity, innovation, and passion on display reaffirm why supporting emerging designers is so important. Congratulations once again to Tyler Lambert, our runners-up, and every graduate who exhibited this year. We can't wait to see where your design journeys take you, and we're proud to play a small part in supporting the future of the creative industry.
Watch this space.
