Last night at the Ministry of Sound, The Brit List Awards 2025 campaign came to an inspiring close, unveiling 13 individual award winners and the Brit List top 25 architects, top 25 interior designers, and top 25 hoteliers. With celebrations underway from doors-opening, here are the official photographs highlighting Hotel Designs’ wildest event yet…
Continuing the legacy of The Brit List Awards, the 2025 edition took guests on a walk on the wild side. Returning for a second year to London’s legendary Ministry of Sound on 5th November, the sold-out event once again brought together more than 600 of the most creative and influential figures in hospitality design for a night that roared with energy, colour, and style.
Hosted by Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper and Publisher Katy Phillips (also the stars of this year’s teaser video), the inspired celebration – complete with feathers, fur, and animal print galore, available to all guests thanks to our incredible body-paint artist – transformed the iconic venue into a playground of dynamic design.
From zebra-striped dancers greeting guests and performing on the bar, to a burlesque show that shimmered in leopard print, bongo players keeping the beat wild and free, and a live singer freestyling with the DJ, the 2025 Brit List Awards was a night that refused to be tamed.
As always, a highlight of the evening was the reveal of The Brit List 2025, profiling the top 25 interior designers, architects, and hoteliers redefining British hospitality. The full list and digital guide are available to explore below.
Hypnos made its Exclusive Headline Partner debut, making a bold statement once again with its iconic ‘dancefloor bed’, this year dressed in Emma Shipley’s Paradise Lost fabric. Showcase Partner ADA Cosmetics delivered a playful touch with its bespoke Brit List packaging, courtyard bathroom installation as well as providing an abundance of guest goodie bags, plus an extra special gift for award winners.
Amtico grounded the evening’s glitz with a bespoke stage floor, while Creative Debuts brought a burst of artistry to the event, inviting two artists to create three pieces of live art raffled to delighted attendees.
Schlüter-Systems ensured no corner went unnoticed, providing glittering ‘selfie walls’ in the bathrooms and a pop-up prosecco reception that set the tone for the night. Phillip Jeffries took the animal theme to heart, creating an unforgettable animal-print photobooth, while EGGER crafted bespoke limited-edition trophies for this year’s 13 winners. Guests strutted down Balsan’s fully bespoke red carpet before leaving with keepsake mirror keychains courtesy of Luma Mirrors – the perfect souvenir to reflect on an unforgettable night.
Speaking after the event, Hotel Designs Publisher Katy Phillips commented: “What. A. Night! The Brit List Awards 2025 lit up the Hotel Designs calendar with an unforgettable celebration of design excellence. Congratulations to all the visionaries, creatives, and trailblazers honoured – your bold ideas and leadership continue to shape the future of hospitality and design. Let’s see how we at Hotel Designs can top the celebrations in 2026 for the 10th year of The Brit List Awards!”
Scroll down to see how the night unfolded and relive the untamed glamour of The Brit List Awards 2025…
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- Exclusive Headline Partner Hypnos returned with its dancefloor bed and mattress, fully dressed in Emma Shipley’s Paradise Lost fabric.
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- …and welcomed guests with a pop up champagne reception.
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- ADA Cosmetics brought the luxury hotel bathroom experience to guests (and gave them a little something to take away too).
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- Schluter-Systems provided perfectly Instagrammable selfie spots
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- Phillip Jeffries’ animal-printed photobooth beautifully captured some snake and leopard print memories for guests.
All image credits: Kevin Lines Photography / Hotel Designs
