Meet Your Local Regional Ambassadors: North and North West
The BIID Regional Ambassadors strengthen BIID presence across the United Kingdom. Their role is to establish a community of interior designers and work with the BIID to organise in person events throughout the UK and to signpost interior designers to use the online resources and events available to them.
If you are living in the North of England, the below are your local ambassadors. We're delighted to have representatives from the breadth of the region, covering Liverpool through to Newcastle.
If you would like to be put in touch with the ambassador covering your area please email info@biid.org.uk.
Anna Bennett
North and North West
Anna Bennett started her journey in interior design 8 years ago. Anna established her own practice before taking over as Design Director of Grove Design London in 2018.
Her practice has grown over time; she works with homeowners to create authentic homes and with brands in the commercial and hospitality sectors. Anna works throughout the UK and further afield. Her approach to design puts the client or the brand at the heart of the project. Using her accreditation in advanced colour and design psychology principles, she creates spaces that support the well-being of the client and, through careful consideration of sustainability, the well-being of the environment. Anna is a member of the BIID CPD Committee and has recently become a BIID Ambassador for the North and North West.
Ryan Wenham
North and North West
Based in Liverpool and working internationally, Ryan specialises in luxury residential projects across the UK and Spain. His experience spans a diverse range of projects, including master planning on the UK's largest brownfield site, commercial complexes such as luxury hotels, as well as heritage conservation.
His company introduced a sustainability-led international design competition in 2021, which has gained recognition from notable publications like The Architects' Journal and the Architecture Competitions Yearbook. Ongoing projects include a series of sustainability-led competitions that address real-world topics. They leverage these initiatives and ther digital presence to enhance and promote the work of aspiring designers, collaborating with international universities to integrate these projects into any curriculum.
Simon McIlwraith
North and North West
Simon McIlwraith is an accomplished interior designer and the visionary force behind Collective Design, a well established and leading design studio located in Newcastle. With an extensive background in creating remarkable spaces, Simon specializes in elevating hospitality and food & beverage establishments to new heights of aesthetic appeal and functionality throughout the U.K
His approach to design has earned him widespread recognition, including multiple industry awards, that serve as a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft and a passion for creating unforgettable spaces. Simon has also featured in a number of publications and reviews showcasing both his work and his unique perspective on interior design and hospitality. His views have also earned him the position as a keynote speaker at industry events which he enjoys doing immensely.
Upcoming Events
View The Latest Opportunities To Meet Your BIID Representatives.
Design Festival North On Tour
BIID Ambassadors for North and North West will be hosting Tea with the BIID at the forthcoming Design Festival North On Tour. Join them for complimentary tea and cake on the Manchester date, Tuesday 9th July. Ryan and Anna will be there to answer your questions about BIID, share their experience as members of the institute and discuss building a community of interior designs in the North.
When: 3pm - 4pm
Book your place to visit the show and come along to the Tea with the BIID. You don't need to book specifically for the Tea with the BIID.