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Hosted by Tsinghua University-Anta Group Sports Fashion Joint Research Center, which is operated by the Academy of Arts & Design, Tsinghua University, the Global Sportswear Design Award is positioned at the forefront of the sportswear and fashion industry, dedicated to exploring the integration of art and technological. This year’s theme is MOVEMPOWER, with four tracks […]
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the competition, making it one of the longest-running design contests worldwide, and to commemorate this milestone we are preparing a very special edition. The challenge for this year calls for the design of a seat and/or table conceived under the principles of the circular economy and positive impact […]
A leading company in the food & beverage sector, in collaboration with Desall, is looking for innovative concepts for a snack, either sweet or savory, aimed at a young consumer audience. The project should develop not only the food product itself but also its related branding, defining a clear and coherent identity capable of standing […]
Submit your proposal by November 2, 2026! The Award is promoted by Biesse — an international company that designs lines, machines and components for processing materials — in collaboration with POLI.design. The competition invites students and emerging designers to explore the intersection between design, technology, and material innovation. Projects must incorporate at least two materials—wood, […]
The GYDC Global Youth Design Challenge, jointly initiated by the Beijing Contemporary Art Foundation (BCAF) -Pechoin Eastern Heritage Art Fund and Germany’s Rams Foundation. Inspired by the design philosophy of legendary German industrial designer Dieter Rams, this year’s annual theme is: LESS, BUT BETTER. The challenge aims to support the next generation of young designers […]
The DesignEuropa Awards are the European Union's awards for design excellence. They recognise creativity in design, as well as influential figures in the field. The awards are a non-commercial competition and are open to any person, entity or institution of any nationality that owns a valid EU design. Public Choice Award For the first […]
The 2026 First Rongchang Pottery Creative Design Competition is open for submissions worldwide and is organized IDEN, a member of WDO. The theme of the competition is “Millennia of Pottery Fire, Leaping Towards the Future”, focusing on pottery as the core medium for work submissions. The registration deadline is July 17, 2026. For more details, […]
With the support of People's Government of Hebei Province and Xiongan New Area Administrative Committee, Goldreed Industrial Design Award (“GIDA” for short), was established in 2019. It is an international design prize driven by globalization, specialization and market orientation, hosted by Xiongan Future Industrial Design Institute. GIDA has received over 42,000 entries from 91 countries […]
The 2026 International Train Design Competition, themed "Smart Trains · Shared Future," is a global event organized by major rail entities CRRC and MTR Corporation to drive innovation in rail transit. The submission deadline is 30 September, 2026, where the competition offers RMB¥900,000 in total prizes across two separate tracks: Train Industrial Design and Intelligent […]
A leading multinational company in the packaging industry and Desall invite you to design a new refill dispensing cap for refilling perfume bottles at home, featuring a simple, intuitive, and safe mechanism that ensures a quick and convenient refilling experience while preventing direct contact between the user and the fragrance. Deadline: 26 November 2026. Learn […]
A leading international coffee producer, together with Desall, invites you to conduct research, including fieldwork, into the best phygital interaction models currently available on the market. The objective is to identify solutions capable of connecting the physical experience in HORECA venues with digital services designed to enhance the customer experience, strengthen the relationship between the […]
SDGs Design International Awards is conceived with the aim of discovering creative ideas from young people and utilizing them to help build a sustainable society. The SDGs Design International Awards has been held annually since 2019, with young designers from around the world participating each year. The theme for 2026 is “Designing a Sustainable and […]
The Joseph Binder Award 2027 (JBA27), organized by designaustria, is one of the world's leading international competitions for graphic design and illustration. It is a chance to test your work against global standards and gain international exposure. This year's theme, "Under Pressure," reflects the realities of creative practice today. Open worldwide to designers, illustrators, agencies, […]
For 16 years, Paris Design Week, in synergy with Maison&Objet from September 10 to 14, has asserted its uniqueness among European design weeks. From September 10 to 19, 2026, international creativity willmake its comeback with Paris Design Week. Visitors, whether professionals or design enthusiasts, all show the same enthusiasm. Learn more
The València Design Fest is a month-long celebration of Mediterranean creativity, bringing together professionals, design firms, and the public. Organized by WDO Member Design Foundation of the Region of Valencia, the festival unites exhibitions, fairs, and tours to highlight the city's UNESCO City of Design status. Learn more WDO Member: Design Foundation of the Region […]
London Design Festival celebrates and promotes its city as the design capital of the world. The 24th edition will take place from 12–20 September 2026. Take part and share your stories with global audiences. Learn more
Design for Everyone is an invitation for all of San Diego to explore and celebrate design. Design shapes everything around us: what we wear, the spaces we live in, the products we use, the digital world we navigate, and the culture we enjoy, yet too few people get to see it up close. Design Week […]
Now in its 10th year, the International Design Conference (IDC) stands as the Philippines' premier platform for design innovation. Here, global and local changemakers, designers, entrepreneurs, leaders, educators, and students will craft pathways toward futures that are just, regenerative, and enduring. Every September, IDC convenes influential voices to redefine how design, technology, and business intersect […]
After a remarkable 2025 edition, France Design Week returns from September 18 to 30, 2026, opening up Paris Design Week, for a new series dedicated to creation and innovation. This year, the festival revolves around a committed and open theme: "D pour Design, D pour Défi" (D for Design, D for Challenge). It's an invitation to examine […]
Design protection is a cornerstone of a product’s value, whether tangible or intangible. A registered design helps a company stand out in the market, licence or sell its design as an asset, and stop copycats — while giving investors the assurance that what they back is unique and protected. For many businesses, design protection is […]
