Brit List 2026 Outstanding Contribution Award winner announced
David Collins Studio, revered for its atmospheric bar and restaurant design and timeless take on creating luxury retail and hospitality experiences, celebrated its fortieth anniversary in 2025; a mean feat in today’s fast-paced treadmill of consumption. Iain Watson, founding member of the studio alongside the cherished David Collins himself, has been the driving force behind the studio’s success – and his quiet determination and support of his team over the course of four decades are just a couple of reasons why he is this year’s winner of The Brit List’s most prestigious award.
Outside work, Iain’s great love is fashion, and his profound understanding of beautifully made objects has given him an innate understanding of the world of luxury.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Hotel Designs.
