Promoting Community & Excellence In Film & Television Art Departments

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The British Film Designers Guild (BFDG) is a professional organisation that represents and supports the creative talents involved in production design for film, television, and other visual media in the United Kingdom.

The Guild sets the industry standard for Art Department excellence, professionalism, and dedication. BFDG membership is a mark of recognition that’s highly respected across the industry.

So why not be recognised in your field by becoming a certified member?

The British Film Designers Guild (BFDG) is a professional organisation that represents and supports the creative talents involved in production design for film, television, and other visual media in the United Kingdom.

The British Film Designers Guild sets the industry standard for Art Department excellence, professionalism, and dedication. BFDG membership is a mark of recognition that’s highly respected across the industry.

So why not be recognised in your field by becoming a certified member?

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Networking Opportunities

Peer to peer, regional and industry networking events & mentoring opportunities.

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Professional Development

Skills led training opportunities, best practice webinars & case study stories.

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Industry Recognition

Celebrating talent with the annual Production Design Awards.

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Resources
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Member only resources, access to the Art Department Library & more.

“The fact that I can get my portfolio reviewed and ask for help on how to navigate breaking into the industry from people that have a proven track record. I know that all members have to have a recommendation and then the application be viewed by a panel to join. It feels secure and I feel I am part of a professional group that you need to prove yourself to be able to join, which gives the guild for me great value to be a member.”

Carl Harrison
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Upcoming Events

Upcoming events, workshops and seminars hosted by the BFDG for our members to enhance their skills and network with industry professionals.

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Latest News

The latest news, updates and announcements from the BFDG.

15th BFDG Production Design Awards – Finalists Announced

The finalists in the 15th BFDG Production Design Awards, have been announced and the final vote is now open to BFDG members.

All BFDG members have been sent an email with a unique link to our voting platform. If you have NOT received the email with the link, please email: [email protected].

To view the finalists go to the awards tab

The winners will be announced at a glittering awards ceremony for BFDG members, finalists and sponsors taking place at The Royal Lancaster Hotel on Saturday 28th February.

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15th BFDG Production Design Awards – First Vote Open

We have great pleasure in announcing the first round of voting for the 15th BFDG Awards is now open to all members!
 
In this first round all members are invited to vote in 11 of the 16 categories made up of: film, TV, commercials and music videos released in 2025 as well as The Peter Lamont Spotlighting New Talent Award.
 
The remaining categories: Lifetime Achievement, Outstanding Contribution to the Art Dept, Short Film and Planet Positive will be voted on by special committees.
 
The first vote closes on 5 January 2026.
 
The awards will be presented at our glittering awards ceremony held at The Royal Lancaster Hotel on Saturday 28th February 2026 when we will come together to celebrate some of the best talent in the British Art Department.
 
Members will have been sent a personalised voting link. Please contact awards@britishfilmdesigners if you haven’t received it.
 
All entries can be viewed on the BFDG website.
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International Production Design Week 2025

INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION DESIGN WEEK 2025
17th–26th October

What an incredible week it’s been!

International Production Design Week 2025 has officially wrapped, and we couldn’t be more inspired. Over the past ten days, filmmakers, students, educators, and design enthusiasts from around the world came together to celebrate the creativity and craft of production designers everywhere.

From fascinating talks and workshops to vibrant networking events across the UK and beyond, it’s been a true celebration of our global production design community.

A huge thank you to everyone who took part, supported, and joined us at events the BFDG’s events throughout the week — your passion and energy made IPDW 2025 unforgettable.

Here’s to the amazing world of production design — until next time!

About the BFDG

Established over 75 years ago to promote excellence in the British Art Department and foster a sense of collaboration and community among our members, the BFDG serves as a platform for networking, professional development, and advocacy.

Members of the BFDG include a wide range of Art Department professionals. The Guild provides resources and opportunities for our members to share knowledge, network, and keep abreast of the latest trends and technologies in the industry.

We aim to celebrate our members achievements, promote community and excellence, and contribute to the continued growth of the British film and television Art Department. We empower our members to feel confident and united in excellence, sharing important and beautiful stories.