21 – 25 September 2026
Open to Tertiary & University Students
Take part in a high-intensity, 5-day design sprint merging the latest digital innovation with BERNINA’s Swiss precision. Ideate in AR with iPads, design products and solutions for real-world applications, and translate them into tangible prototypes.
The BERNINA Design Challenge will culminate in a final pitch to industry leaders at the Apple Developer Centre.
Active Ageing
& Elder Living
Fitness & Recovery Spaces
Youth Mental Health Spaces
Sustainable Design & Material Innovation
WHERE
Day 1–4: E-Makerspace @ ITE College East
Technology Block, Level 3, 10 Simei Avenue, Singapore 486047
Day 5: Apple Developer Centre
1 Fusionopolis Walk, South Tower, Level 5, Singapore 138628
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Assemble your team of 4-5 (cross-disciplinary teams highly recommended) or sign up as an individual and be teamed up.
Register here!
Limited to the first 60 participants only.
Applications close on 6 September 2026.
Meet the Judges
Our panel of industry experts bring decades of experience in design, innovation, and creativity. Stay tuned to find out who you will be pitching to!
Katharina Ueltschi
Director,
BERNINA Singapore
Dr. Justin Moon
Assistant Professor,
NUS Department of Design
Kelly Tan
DesignSingapore Council,
Head, Industry
Panelist 4
Apple Singapore