Date

22 May 2025

IED joins the 2025 Lápiz de Acero Prize in Bogotá as an institutional partner, supporting Colombian design and promoting its academic offer in Spain and Italy.

IED will take part as an institutional partner in the Lápiz de Acero 2025 Prize, one of Colombia’s most prestigious design awards, taking place on May 29 in Bogotá.

This event celebrates the best in Colombian design and architecture, fostering reflection on the role of design in shaping a better future.

As part of its involvement, IED will host a booth to share information about its Master's and Undergraduate programs in Spain and Italy, including details on curricula, tuition, scholarships, and admissions.

The initiative also highlights IED’s ongoing commitment to supporting emerging talent in Latin America.

More information here.

 

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