After a short summer break, our MattoBoard Challenges are back, and ofcourse, we’re bringing in all the drama.
Brief: This August, your task is to design a luxury poolside lounge that channels the bold, seductive glamour of Versace after dark. Picture an opulent outdoor setting; moonlit marble, shimmering gold accents, and high-fashion statement pieces made for golden-hour lounging and evening entertaining.
It’s your chance to blend fashion, confidence, and sensuality into one unforgettable material board.
🎨 Ready to submit your board? Click here to access the submission form
Sarah, one of our expert tutors, shares her design guidance for this month’s challenge. Watch the full video brief now on our Instagram Page or Facebook Page
🗓 Deadline: Sunday, 24th August at 11:59 pm
Inspiration Tips: Capture the Versace Mood
- Set the Scene: Is your lounge set on a Miami rooftop? A private Capri terrace? A cliffside villa at sunset?
- Go Bold: Black and gold contrasts, bold marbles, and mirror finishes are key.
- Signature Details: Incorporate Greek key motifs, Medusa heads, mosaic tiles, or tropical Versace prints.
- Indulgent Materials: Use velvet, mirror, marble, gilded accents, and glossy surfaces for maximum drama.
- Design Note: Your board should exude confidence, sensuality, and a sense of after-dark luxury. Where fashion meets both interior and exterior design.
Benefits of Participation
By joining this challenge, you’ll enjoy these exciting opportunities:
- Showcase your creativity and design skills.
- Enhance your portfolio with a professionally crafted material board.
- Gain exposure by having your design featured on the National Design Academy’s media pages if selected.
- Connect with a community of fellow designers and industry professionals through social media.
Submission Guidelines
Ready to submit? Follow these steps:
- Create your digital material board.
- Include a short description (up to 200 words) explaining your inspiration and material choices.
- Save your board as a JPEG or PNG file.
- Submit your entry via our online form here.
Deadline: All entries must be submitted by Sunday, 24th August at 11:59 pm
Selection Process
Our expert tutors will review all submissions based on:
- Creativity
- Alignment with the theme
- Functionality
- Visual appeal
Selected designs will be showcased across our platforms, offering you valuable exposure within the design community.
Stay Connected With Us!🤩
Stay updated with all the latest updates from the challenge by following us on our social media channels. Document and share your design journey making sure to tag both Mattoboard and NDA in your posts!
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