The Interior Design Program at the College of Engineering and Information Technology achieved a remarkable milestone at the Saudi Global Inventions and Innovations Expo (SGiE) 2025, held in Jeddah, where three projects were awarded international medals among a distinguished pool of participants. The project “Aseel Platform” won the silver medal. It is the first Saudi platform for detecting visual plagiarism using artificial intelligence in the fields of design, architecture, and visual arts in general. The platform features an integrated system for tracking students’ creative development and comparing their work with similar works locally and internationally, thereby strengthening academic integrity, enhancing students’ performance, and supporting intellectual originality. Meanwhile, the project “Darb” also received a silver medal. It is an eco-friendly, sustainable insole made from recycled date pits, specifically designed for pilgrims and visitors to collect date pits and ensure their safety within the courtyards of the Holy Mosque.

The Interior Design Program at the College of Engineering and Information Technology participated in the 8th edition of the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture’s Creativity Season — “Tanween Ithra 2025” — held at the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) in Dhahran. Student Rania Abdullah Alrubai, from the Interior Design Program, took part by presenting her graduation project titled “Riyouf”, which integrates architectural authenticity, Saudi identity, and innovative design. Her participation reflects the College’s commitment to supporting its students’ involvement in major national events and representing the Interior Design Program in prominent creative platforms hosted by Ithra—enriching students’ experiences and enhancing their academic and professional development.

Under the esteemed patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Meshal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Al-Qassim Region, the Nama Association — in partnership with the Volunteer Unit at the Emirate of Al-Qassim Region, and with sponsorship from the Mohammed Al-Sweilem Charitable Foundation and King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST)—launched the voluntary initiative “Innovation and Impact Camp.” The initiative aims to empower volunteer teams and develop high-impact, sustainable community-service projects. The College of Engineering and Information Technology participated through the “Madad Units” team, under the umbrella of the “Kanaf Ahibba Voluntary Team.” The team presented a project titled “Madad Units,” which seeks to support volunteers in delivering dignified and lasting service to pilgrims. The project won third place among the participating teams—eleven in total—thanks to its distinguished concept, sustainable impact, the excellence of the team members, and the continuous support and encouragement of the College administration.

Two faculty members from the Interior Design Program were awarded the silver medal at the 28th International Exhibition of Inventions and Innovative Technologies (Archimedes 2025) held in Moscow, Russia, from March 18 to 20, 2025. Their winning project, titled "Raseen Platform for Creativity and Innovation," aims to foster a stimulating environment for authentic creativity, while promoting and protecting intellectual property rights and upholding academic integrity in the fields of art and design. The platform supports ethical creativity through mechanisms that ensure originality and integrity in creative work.

A faculty member from the Interior Design Program at the College of Engineering and Information Technology, Onaizah Colleges, represented the college at the 15th Middle East International Invention Fair, held in partnership with the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions. The participation resulted in a bronze medal for the innovative design of modular units developed in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, reinforcing the college's role in promoting creativity and innovation in the field of design.

The Interior Design Program received first place in the College of Engineering and Information Technology’s Excellence Award, recognizing its commitment to high standards and continuous improvement.

The Interior Design Program has been granted more than 14 patents in industrial design by the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP). These patents, achieved through the efforts of faculty members, reflect the program’s innovative initiatives and its strong culture of creativity and innovation.