A World Stage returns to Singapore
Floral Windows to the World has been a defining highlight of the Singapore Garden Festival since 2006, captivating audiences with colourful, imaginative floral displays that push the boundaries of the craft. Following the hugely successful introduction of the Championship format in 2024, the competition returns in 2026 - bigger, bolder, and more international than ever.
The Floral Windows to the World Championship (FWWC) 2026 will take place from 4 to 7 July 2026 at The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore, presented by the Singapore Garden Festival (SGF) and NParks.
🏆 How the Championship Works
This year, 17 international floral designers from across the globe will compete across six elimination rounds over 3 days, with the field progressively narrowed down to the final 5 contenders. Visitors can watch the designers create their works live and under pressure - witnessing the creative process unfold in real time from 4 to 6 July.
The Championship culminates in the Finals Dinner, where the top 5 face their ultimate challenge and one designer is crowned Grand Champion. This ticketed evening is the only opportunity to witness the climactic showdown firsthand - and your dinner ticket includes a 4-day festival pass (4-7 July 2026), giving you complete access to the entire Singapore Garden Festival experience.
Meet the 17 Competing Designers
Matthew Landers - Australia
A powerhouse in the Australian floral industry with over 23 years of experience, Matthew won over 50 gold medals by age 23, including seven consecutive "Junior Florist of the Year" titles. An International Master of Floristry and multiple gold medallist at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, he now mentors over 400 students annually through his Matthew Landers Academy.
Akuang - China
A visionary floral artist passionate about colour theory and architectural floral art, Akuang founded HuaJian in 2015 - later recognised as the "Most Beautiful Flower Shop in China." A 2024 co-author of Colors in Floral Design, she has exhibited at the Fleuramour Festival in Belgium and the Shenzhen Spring Festival Flower Market, studying under masters Gregor Lersch and Tetsunori Kawana.
Rafaela Petrinic - Croatia
With over two decades in the industry, Ela is President of the Guild of Florists at the Chamber of Crafts Zagreb and owner of Poppy since 2004. A WorldSkills expert, competition organiser, and Silver Plaque recipient for contributions to craftsmanship, she specialises in large-scale forms and filigree work.
Marek Jakobi - Estonia
Manager of the Leeri Flower Salon since 2001 and a Floral and Spatial Design Teacher at Räpina Horticulture College for 15 years, Marek has shaped Estonia's national florist curriculum and bridges traditional floristry with modern visual merchandising.
Pirjo Koppi - Finland
With nearly three decades of accolades - including third-place finishes at both the Europa Cup and the Fleurop-Interflora World Cup - Pirjo's artistry was immortalised on official Finnish postage stamps in 2019. A FLORINT National Certified Judge and Gold Medal of Honor recipient from the Finnish Florists' Association, she is a true global benchmark for floral excellence.
Anja Ersing - Germany
A German Florist Master with 25+ years in high-end design and education, Anja won first place at the Baden-Württemberg State Championship and third at the German Florist Championship. A Floral Fundamentals Ambassador and contributor to leading trade journals, she has led major Federal and State Garden Shows across Germany and exhibited at the 2025 Féerie Florale in Belgium.
Attila Nemeth - Hungary
With nearly 30 years of experience and a premier Budapest flower shop, Attila is a Master Florist celebrated for hotel installations and large-scale events. He placed 7th at the 2023 Interflora World Cup and was crowned 2024 Champion at the Gateway to the Americas Cup in Panama, with recent appearances at major expos in South Korea and Vietnam.
Tinna Bjarnadottir - Iceland
Owner of 1905 Blómahús and guest teacher at Iceland's National Horticultural School, Tinna fuses fine arts, tailoring, and horticulture. With a BA in Fashion Design from Barcelona and advanced training at McQueens Flower School in London, she brings a sophisticated, multidisciplinary approach to floral artistry.
Kazuhiko Tanaka - Japan
Manager of HANASEI in Tokyo and a member of AIFD, NFD, and the Sogetsu school of Ikebana, Kazuhiko blends traditional Japanese technique with contemporary flair. A Gold Award and Best of Show winner at the 2019 Huis Ten Bosch Flower Japan Cup, he recently won an award at the 2025 Vietnam International Flora Expo.
Win Chan - Malaysia
With over 30 years of experience and royal appointments including the Royal Palace in Brunei since 2004, Win Chan holds two Gold medals from the World Orchid Conference and was awarded "Best Hotel Lobby Floral Display" for the Shangri-La Hotel Malaysia. Their work has been featured in the prestigious International Annual Floral Art publication.
Franca Logan - New Zealand
Originally from the Netherlands, Franca owns Florienne in Takapuna, Auckland, and has worked as a floral designer, teacher, and demonstrator across Canada, the UK, and New Zealand for over 30 years. Her botanical works have been published in International Floral Art (2008/9 and 2012/13) and featured in Fusion Flowers and DPK Magazine. Her awards include 2 Gold and 1 Silver at the New Zealand Flower and Garden Show and Silver at Huis ten Bosch, Japan.
Geertje Stienstra - The Netherlands
A Dutch Master Florist running her own freelance design company since 2006, Geertje placed third at the 2018 Dutch Championship and won the 2020 Royal Flora Holland bouquet competition. She serves as a teacher, EFPFA judge, and floral stylist for major trade magazines and international growers.
Joanna Kiedacz - Poland
An International Master Florist and MSc in Horticulture, Joanna's work is defined by "quiet structural intensity" and architectural precision inspired by traditional Polish pająk straw chandeliers. A multi-time Vice-Champion of Poland and 2022 Polish Florist of the Year, she is a Floral Fundamentals Ambassador, certified international judge, and champion of foam-free, sustainable design.
Keith Lin - Singapore
An award-winning landscape and floral designer with 15+ years of experience, Keith is the only Singaporean to win Gold at the Chelsea Flower Show (2017). Certified by AIFD since 2013, he leads multidisciplinary teams delivering world-class landscapes, garden festivals, and large-scale public installations across Singapore and internationally.
Oh Myeon - South Korea
President of the Korea Floral Art Association and a Certified Master Craftsman recognised by the Republic of Korea's Ministry of Employment and Labor, Oh Myeon founded the OMF Floral Art School. He placed in the Top 6 at the 2019 Interflora World Cup and is celebrated across Asia for blending contemporary composition with traditional Korean aesthetic expression.
Eric Schellack - United States of America
Owner and Lead Designer of Arrange LLC in New Jersey, Eric has over 30 years of experience in floral installations and garden design. His prestigious credits include the First Ladies Luncheon in Washington DC and the Liberty Medal ceremony. He won Best in Show at the Philadelphia Flower Show in both 2024 and 2026, with work featured in Philadelphia Magazine and Florist Review.
To Duy Kha - Vietnam
Former President of the World Flower Council (WFC) Vietnam Chapter, Kha has represented Vietnam at premier international shows across Thailand, Japan, China, Malaysia, and the Philippines. His honours include multiple Gold awards at the 2011 WFC competition in Thailand and a Bronze at the 2015 International Flower Contest in Japan. He served as Head of the Organising Committee for the 2023 World Flower Council Summit in Da Lat, Vietnam.
Event details at a Glance
- Event: Floral Windows to the World Championship 2026 (FWWC)
- Part of: Singapore Garden Festival, presented by SGF & NParks
- Venue: The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore
- Competition Rounds: 4-6 July 2026 (open to visitors)
- Finals Dinner: 7 July 2026 (ticketed - includes 4-day festival pass)
- Format: 17 designers → 6 elimination rounds → Top 5 Finals → 1 Grand Champion
Inspired by the World's Best?
Watching world-class designers compete is one of the most powerful ways to deepen your own love of floral art. If the FWWC has sparked something in you, explore our courses and workshops at Rose Cao Floral Design - from beginner foundations to advanced professional training.