DECODING THE TCL DESIGN CONTEST
Kick-off Talkshow for the young design community
(HCM City - Hanoi)
University of Architecture Ho Chi Minh City
Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM, May 6, 2026
Location: At Hall A106 - University of Architecture Ho Chi Minh City,
196 Pasteur Street, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Responsible for delivering the brief:
Mr. Nguyen Huu Dat Sanh - Managing Director | Int.Story
In the context of interior design entering a new era—where technology, content, and spatial experience increasingly intersect—correctly understanding the brief is not just the starting point, but the decisive factor for a successful entry.
"DECODING THE TCL DESIGN CONTEST" is a talkshow organized to help students and young designers:
○ Gain a clear understanding of the competition structure and brief requirements ○ Grasp design thinking that aligns with spatial trends in the digital era ○ Harness creative ideas from the very constraints of the brief Through insights shared by architects and industry experts, the program will delve into: ○ How to "read" a design brief strategically ○ Common mistakes when participating in competitions ○ Approaches to help entries stand out with depth More than just a competition introduction, the talkshow is an opportunity for participants to form the right design mindset from the very first step, thereby confidently developing ideas and participating in the competition effectively.
Guest Speakers & Solution Guidance
Mr. NGUYEN HUU DAT SANH
Managing Director
Int.Story
Hoa Binh University
Time: 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM, May 11, 2026
Location: At Hoa Binh University
CC2 Lot, Luu Huu Phuoc – Bui Xuan Phai Intersection, My Dinh 2 Urban Area, Tu Liem, Hanoi
Responsible for delivering the brief:
MSc. Ho Xuan Phi - Dean of Interior Design Faculty | Hoa Binh University
In the context of interior design entering a new era—where technology, content, and spatial experience increasingly intersect—correctly understanding the brief is not just the starting point, but the decisive factor for a successful entry.
"DECODING THE TCL DESIGN CONTEST" is a talkshow organized to help students and young designers:
○ Gain a clear understanding of the competition structure and brief requirements ○ Grasp design thinking that aligns with spatial trends in the digital era ○ Harness creative ideas from the very constraints of the brief Through insights shared by architects and industry experts, the program will delve into: ○ How to "read" a design brief strategically ○ Common mistakes when participating in competitions ○ Approaches to help entries stand out with depth More than just a competition introduction, the talkshow is an opportunity for participants to form the right design mindset from the very first step, thereby confidently developing ideas and participating in the competition effectively.
Guest Speakers & Solution Guidance
