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JUDGES
Gilly Craft, President of the British Institute of Interior Design - In addition
to being the President of the BIID, which is an industry partner of The Brit List,
Gilly Craft brings with her a wealth of interior design experience, as well as a deep
understanding for trends and recognising potential in creatives. “I am very excited
to be one of the judges for The Brit List this year,” said Craft on accepting the role
as a judge. “It is important that designers have the opportunity to be recognised by
their peers in this way.”
Charles Leon, founder of Leon Black Architectural - Leon Black, of which Charles
Leon is the founder of, specialises in residential and hospitality design and interior
architecture. Leon, who is the Past President of the BIID, also lectures on design
theory, innovation, emotion and the workings of designers’ minds. “I am honoured
to take part as a judge for Hotel Designs’ The Brit List this year, and to have the
opportunity to celebrate the breadth and depth of UK designers, hoteliers and
architects,” he said.
Gerri Gallagher, former associate editor, Tatler - Drawing on 25 years of editorial
experience at Tatler with specific emphasis on luxury travel, Gerri Gallagher has an
extensive global knowledge of five-star hotels and spas. “I was honoured to be asked
to participate in Hotel Designs’ The Brit List 2018. In my professional capacity as a
hotel/spa consultant I work with some of the finest hoteliers and designers in the
world,” said Gallagher. “To sit on the panel of judges for this prestigious event is
an exciting opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of the industry’s
British superstars.”
Lysbeth Fox, founder and director of Fox PR - Lysbeth Fox is the managing
director of luxury travel, wellness and gourmet agency Fox PR, whose portfolio of
clients includes some of the most reputable in the world. “I am honoured to be
amongst such a prestigious panel of judges - and for such an important award,” said
Fox. “As a longtime advisor and strategist for luxury hotels, it has been my privilege
to work with some of the most innovative and stylish destinations in the world.”
Hamish Kilburn, editor, Hotel Designs - Overseeing the panel is Hamish Kilburn,
the editor of Hotel Designs. Kilburn has reviewed some of the most spectacular
hotels around the world and has his finger on the pulse when it comes to the latest
happenings in the world of international hotel design. Together with the strong team
behind the brand, he is helping to strengthen Hotel Designs’ events offering including
The Brit List, Hotel Summit, Meet Up and the launch of the Interior Design &
Architecture Summit.
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