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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260108T152348Z
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UID:10001058-1767830400-1790812799@wdo.org
SUMMARY:Global Sportswear Design Award
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis year’s theme is MOVEMPOWER\, with four tracks on Science & Performance\, Nature & Symbiosis\, Culture & Diversity\, AI & Generation. \nSubmission deadline: March 20\, 2026. \nLearn more: https://design.anta.com/ \nWDO Member: Academy of Arts & Design\, Tsinghua University
URL:https://wdo.org/event/global-sportswear-design-award/
LOCATION:Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Awards,Call for entries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260317T161338Z
CREATED:20260317T154707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T161338Z
UID:10001096-1773014400-1789603199@wdo.org
SUMMARY:25th Andreu World Design Contest
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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 and aligned with the values that have defined Andreu World since 1955: sustainability\, innovation\, quality\, and social commitment. We firmly believe in the importance of providing opportunities to new generations to imagine and build a better future\, and on this occasion\, that purpose feels more meaningful than ever. \nLearn more: https://andreuworld.com/en/talent/design-contest \nWDO Member: Andreu World
URL:https://wdo.org/event/25th-andreu-world-design-contest/
LOCATION:Valencia\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Awards,Call for entries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260316T211826Z
CREATED:20260316T211826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T211826Z
UID:10001089-1773619200-1789689599@wdo.org
SUMMARY:Future Snack Design
DESCRIPTION: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 out for personality\, contemporary relevance\, and overall consumption experience. Deadline: 17 September 2026. \nLearn more: https://bit.ly/Future-Snack-Design
URL:https://wdo.org/event/future-snack-design/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Call for entries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTSTAMP:20260511T152807Z
CREATED:20260511T152807Z
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UID:10001126-1778457600-1793663999@wdo.org
SUMMARY:Call for entries: Biesse International Design Award
DESCRIPTION:Submit your proposal by November 2\, 2026! \nThe 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. \nProjects must incorporate at least two materials—wood\, glass\, stone\, plastic\, composite materials\, or metal—to demonstrate how technology and creativity can generate new dialogues between materials. \nLearn more\n  \nWDO Member: POLI.design
URL:https://wdo.org/event/call-for-entries-biesse-international-design-award/
LOCATION:Torino\, Torino\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Awards,Call for entries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260715T140230Z
CREATED:20260715T140230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T140230Z
UID:10001158-1778630400-1790812799@wdo.org
SUMMARY:Global Youth Design Challenge (GYDC)
DESCRIPTION: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 worldwide\, encourage dialogue and integration between Eastern and Western aesthetics. \nLearn more
URL:https://wdo.org/event/global-youth-design-challenge-gydc/
LOCATION:Shanghai\, China
CATEGORIES:Call for entries,Challenge
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260703T130021Z
CREATED:20260703T130021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T130021Z
UID:10001154-1780272000-1790812799@wdo.org
SUMMARY:The First Rongchang Pottery Creative Design Competition
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe registration deadline is July 17\, 2026. For more details\, please visit IDEN (www.iden.cn) or contact the competition organizing committee at gtycyfy@163.com. \nLearn more\nWDO Member: IDEN
URL:https://wdo.org/event/the-first-rongchang-pottery-creative-design-competition/
LOCATION:Chongqing\, China
CATEGORIES:Call for entries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260703T130449Z
CREATED:20260703T130449Z
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UID:10001155-1782864000-1790035199@wdo.org
SUMMARY:Goldreed Industrial Design Award
DESCRIPTION: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 and regions\, with a total of more than 27 million RMB awarded to outstanding designs. \nLearn more\nWDO Member: Xiongan Future Industrial Design Institute
URL:https://wdo.org/event/goldreed-industrial-design-award-2/
LOCATION:Xiongan\, China
CATEGORIES:Awards,Call for entries
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wdo.org/wp-content/uploads/goldreedaward2026.webp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260707T210905Z
CREATED:20260707T210905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T210905Z
UID:10001156-1783382400-1790812799@wdo.org
SUMMARY:2026 International Train Design Competition
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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 Solutions. \nRecommended registration deadline: 30 July 2026 \nView full version of the flyer \nRegister now\nWDO Members: CRRC Zhuzhou Locomotive Co. Ltd.\, Hong Kong Design Association\, Hong Kong Design Center
URL:https://wdo.org/event/2026-international-train-design-competition/
LOCATION:Hong Kong SAR\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Call for entries,Competition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261127
DTSTAMP:20260806T133203Z
CREATED:20260806T133203Z
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UID:10001162-1785196800-1795737599@wdo.org
SUMMARY:Perfume Refill Cap Design
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearn more
URL:https://wdo.org/event/perfume-refill-cap-design/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Call for entries
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wdo.org/wp-content/uploads/perfumefillcap.webp
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
DTSTAMP:20260806T130620Z
CREATED:20260806T130620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T130620Z
UID:10001161-1785456000-1793318399@wdo.org
SUMMARY:Phygital HORECA Experience Design
DESCRIPTION: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 brand and consumers\, and generate tangible business value. Deadline: 29 October 2026. \nLearn more
URL:https://wdo.org/event/phygital-horeca-experience-design/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Call for entries
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wdo.org/wp-content/uploads/phygital.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTSTAMP:20260811T130705Z
CREATED:20260811T130705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T130705Z
UID:10001163-1785542400-1789516799@wdo.org
SUMMARY:SDGs Design International Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe theme for 2026 is “Designing a Sustainable and Inclusive Future.” \nLearn more\nWDO Member: Dongseo University\, College of Design
URL:https://wdo.org/event/sdgs-design-international-awards-2026/
LOCATION:Busan\, Korea\, Republic of
CATEGORIES:Awards,Call for entries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260909T211458Z
CREATED:20260909T211458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T211458Z
UID:10001169-1788739200-1793491199@wdo.org
SUMMARY:Joseph Binder Award 2027
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis year’s theme\, “Under Pressure\,” reflects the realities of creative practice today. \nOpen worldwide to designers\, illustrators\, agencies\, studios\, and students\, with no submission limit. \nWhy enter?\nHonoured works are featured in the official catalogue and a touring exhibition\, seen by designers\, clients\, and cultural institutions — visibility that’s hard to get elsewhere. \nThe 15 categories span Graphic Design\, Illustration\, and Special Categories\, including Design Fiction and the Henry Steiner Prize. Awards include trophies\, Honored Selection\, cash prizes for Design Fiction and more. It all culminates 29 April 2027 at Vienna’s MuseumsQuartier\, part of designaustria’s 100th anniversary\, with an exhibition\, symposium\, and ceremony. \nRegister now\n\nWDO Member: designaustria
URL:https://wdo.org/event/joseph-binder-award-2027/
LOCATION:Vienna\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Awards,Call for entries
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://wdo.org/wp-content/uploads/josephbinderaward2026.webp
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