From March 3 to April 8, 2026, the International Education Corporation (KazGASA) hosted the GAUDI Design Contest for the interior design of a specialized classroom, organized in collaboration with GAUDI paint and the School of Design of IEC (KazGASA), as part of the 45th anniversary celebration of KazGASA.

The competition aimed to identify the best architectural and design solutions, promote practice-oriented learning, and create a modern branded educational space at IEC (KazGASA).

On April 8, 2026, the final stage of the competition was held at the university, including an exhibition, project presentations, and the announcement of results.

Students of “Industrial and Architectural Design” programs participated by presenting interior design projects for a specialized classroom (Room 504). A total of 24 applications were submitted, with 12 projects advancing to the final stage.

The projects demonstrated a diversity of concepts, modern design approaches, and a strong focus on practical implementation. Evaluation criteria included compliance with the technical brief, originality, functionality and ergonomics of the space, and effective use of GAUDI paint products.

Based on the jury’s decision, the winners were:

• 1st place – Asaliya Isyanova, Zhanel Satybaldieva (PD-22-15) – cash prize of 100,000 KZT
• 2nd place – Meruert Ibragimova, Amina Nurlanova, Aruzhan Sakenova, Aruzhan Asylbek, Dina Yertayeva, Zhanel Zhaksybayeva (AD-23-1) – cash prize of 75,000 KZT
• 3rd place – Raimbek Rapilbekov, Alua Urazova (AD-22-3) – cash prize of 50,000 KZT

All participants also received financial incentives of 30,000 KZT, while winners were awarded diplomas and special prizes from the partner.

The best project was recommended for further implementation. As part of the collaboration, GAUDI paint plans to contribute to furnishing, equipping, and branding the classroom based on the winning concept.

GAUDI paint’s contribution to student initiatives was also highlighted, as the company supported the “Student Spring” festival by providing a 200,000 KZT prize for the Audience Choice nomination.

IEC (KazGASA) expresses sincere gratitude to the competition experts and partners – Elena Toleukhanova, Gulshat Yerkenovna, and Alibek Zhandarbekov – for their professional expertise and support.

Special thanks are extended to Zhaksylik Kurmanalin, General Director of GAUDI paint, for his support and active involvement in the project.

The university also acknowledges the contribution of the project organizers and faculty members – Zh. Imanbayeva, T. Uzakbayev, and L. Lau – for their efforts in organizing the competition.

The competition became an important step in integrating education and industry and in developing a modern educational environment at IEC (KazGASA).