Through the acknowledgment of existing trends that integrate with diverse insights, the London Design Awards reformulates the perspectives of the world towards this unique language, synchronising the great metropolis of London alongside concepts that symbolise excellence.

Categories:
The London Design Awards categories include Product Design, Architectural Design, Interior Design, Packaging Design, Conceptual Design, User Interface Design (UI), User Experience Design (UX), Communication Design, Service Design, Landscape Design, Fashion Design, and its latest Video category.

Eligibility:
The London Design Awards accepts entries from architects, interior designers, product designers, graphic designers, fashion designers, UX / UI designers and any designers of all background to submit their creative works, whether they are companies, team / departments, innovators, manufacturers, suppliers, freelancers, hobbyists or students.

Submission Requirement:
Entries must be produced within the last FIVE (5) calendar years up through the final deadline.
All entries must be submitted for judging exactly as published or implemented and may not be modified for the competition. The London Design Awards may request proof of initial production and/or publication date.
The awards reserve the right to re-categorise incorrectly classified entries.
Judges reserve the right to withhold an award in a category if submissions do not meet their expectations.

Entry Brief:
We recommend each synopsis to be kept at approximately 350 words. Do utilise this section to elaborate on the piece as well as providing the jury with a better understanding of your subject. A written translation or adaptation must accompany non-English entries.

Image Submission:

The submissions should be saved in a flattened JPEG or JPG format. (keep them under 4MB, 1,200px wide is preferable, 300dpi, RGB).

Audio/Video Submission:

Upload video/audio to Vimeo/YouTube/Youku or any other related platforms.
Paste the URL link into the URL field.

Entries with audio/videos must be submitted with a direct URL that will take judges directly to the work. If it is password-protected, you must provide a username and password for judging purposes. Web Videos entered are judged solely on the content provided. Upload a PDF brief if explanation is required before evaluations of the work.

2026 Entry Deadline & Fees:
Early Bird Deadline: Dec 20, 2025 – Jan 29, 2026 ($209)
Regular Deadline: Jan 30, 2026 – Mar 5, 2026 ($219)
Final Deadline: Mar 6, 2026 – Apr 2, 2026 ($239)
Final Extension Deadline: Apr 3, 2026 – May 8, 2026 ($249)
Last Minute Deadline: May 9, 2026 – Jun 5, 2026 ($269)

Winning Level:
There are FOUR (4) levels of achievement in the competition:

Design of the Year
(Highest scoring entry from each category will be recognised as the Design of the Year).
Platinum Winner (85-100 points)
Gold Winner (70-84 points)
Silver Winner (50-69 points)

Judging:
Judging is blind. All entrant information is removed from entries to prevent bias/conflict of interest.

The prestige of the London Design Awards competition relies in large part on the high calibre of the juries that convene each year to review submissions. London Design Awards has made a special effort to find a suitable panel of judges whose works exemplify the qualities of top designs. The jury panel comprises experienced professionals in their field and industry, including creative designers and art directors from international agencies, architects, interior designers, product designers, educators, marketers or business owners, and exemplify diversity in professional experience, geography, gender, and ethnicity. All judges are selected based on experience, availability and credibility to their respective industry.

Evaluation Criteria:
Individual criteria differ by category, but the emphasis is on the overall quality of the entry: the merits of the entry, relative to the judges’ experience and the claims in other entries, as well as the quality of the entry’s narrative itself.

Judges score on a scale of 1-100, based on the below criteria:

Creativity / Originality / Concept / Idea
Content / Brief / Objective / Planning / Execution
Innovation / Technology
Quality / Functionality / Sustainability
Overall Impression / Wow! Factor / Memorable

Results Announcement:
All winners of 2026 will be announced on 26 June 2026 via London Design Awards official page. All registered participants can then login to see the winning results.

Prizes:
The Design of the Year winners receive a complimentary limited-edition LITO trophy and professionally designed certificate.
One professionally designed certificate commemorating the winning entry, which includes entry title, entering company/winners’ name and category. Decal will be affixed indicating the level of win.
Top tier (Platinum and Gold) winners will be featured on London Design Awards site’s Gallery, where professionals can view your work.
A press release template sent to major industry outlets, celebrating your win.
Professionally designed logos for use on websites, in email signatures, etc.
In addition to the complimentary certificates, Platinum, Gold, and Silver winners may purchase extraordinary LITO statuettes, and/or additional customised certificates.
Platinum and Gold winners will get featured by the awards on social media or our media partner on Muse.World’s website.

The 2026 London Design Awards is calling for entries now. Join us today and showcase the excellence of your design to the world!

Enter Now: https://thelondondesignawards.com/

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Our global platform celebrates designers, architects, brands, and design agencies from around the world, providing a stage to showcase their creations to an audience that values significant, transformative design. In this esteemed arena, every piece of work has the potential for recognition, and every visionary designer has the opportunity to become a leading figure in the industry.

2026 Theme:
The Rise of Modern Design
The Rome Design Awards champions the spirit of the Renaissance, dedicated to the modern creatives who are sculpting visionary works, just as the virtuosos of the past once did.

Celebrating the art of transformation, the competition recognises designers who pioneer new techniques and set new standards of excellence. This theme represents the journey of design from its classical roots to the present, spotlighting those who lead the charge in redefining the industry.

Step into the spotlight and let your designs become icons of innovation and elegance. Redefine the boundaries of art and design with each creative endeavour, and join us in advancing the rise of modern design.

Categories:
Rome Design Awards is divided into seven different categories, including Architectural Design, Furniture Design, Interior Design, Product Design, Packaging Design, Lighting Design, and Student Design.

Eligibility:
The Rome Design Awards accepts entries from architects, interior designers, product designers, packaging designers, lighting designers, furniture designers, artists, design agencies, students, and any designers of all background to submit their creative works, whether they are companies, team / departments, innovators, manufacturers, suppliers, freelancers, hobbyists or students.

Submission Requirements:
Entries must be produced within the last FIVE (5) calendar years up through the final deadline.
All entries must be submitted for judging exactly as published or implemented and may not be modified for the competition. The Rome Design Awards may request proof of initial production and/or publication date.
The award reserves the right to re-categorise incorrectly classified entries.
Judges reserve the right to withhold an award in a category if submissions do not meet their expectations.

Entry Brief:
It is recommended that you keep your synopsis to approximately 350 words. We suggest you utilise this section of your entry to elaborate on the piece as well as the creativity and originality of your idea. The brief should strengthen your entry, as well as providing the jury a better understanding of your project. A written translation or adaptation must accompany non-English entries.

Image Submission:
* The submissions should be saved in a flattened JPEG or JPG format. (keep them under 4MB, 1,200px wide is preferable, 300dpi, RGB).

2026 Entry Deadline & Fees:
Early Bird Deadline: 12 Dec 2025 – 26 Jan 2026 ($209)
Regular Deadline: 27 Jan 2026 – 27 Feb 2026 ($219)
Final Deadline: 28 Feb 2026 – 30 Mar 2026 ($239)
Final Extension Deadline: 31 Mar 2026 – 28 Apr 2026 ($249)
Last Minute Deadline: 29 Apr 2026 – 28 May 2026 ($269)

Winning Levels:
There are FOUR (4) levels of achievement in the competition:

Rome Design of the Year
(Only ONE highest score point from each category will be recognised)
Platinum Winner (85-100 points)
Gold Winner (70-84 points)
Silver Winner (50-69 points)
The number of awards presented by Rome Design Awards is determined by the number of submissions in a given category, the scoring range and the number of tie scores.

Judging:
Judging is blind. All entrant information is removed from entries to prevent bias/conflict of interest.

Rome Design Awards’ judging process is designed to be impartial and free from outside influences by withholding both the names of the judges on its panel as well as the contestant’s names throughout the entire evaluation process. This anonymity shelters all involved from any vested interest which may attempt to influence the judges’ opinions or the judging process.

Evaluation Criteria:
Judges score on a scale of 1-100, based on the below criteria:

Creativity / Concept / Idea
Content / Brief / Objective / Planning / Execution
Visual / Design
Innovation / Functionality / Effectiveness
Impact / Memorability
The Rome Design Awards and International Awards Associate Inc’s decision are final in its sole discretion and binding in relation to all matters relating to competitions and may not be subject to any discussions or correspondence.

Results Announcement:
All winners of 2026 will be officially announced on 12 June 2026 via the Rome Design Awards official page.

Prizes:
The Designs of the Year receive a complimentary Rome Design Awards Statuette and an exclusive certificate.
One professionally designed certificate commemorating the winning entry, which includes entry title, entering company/winners’ name and category. Decal will be affixed indicating the level of win.
All winners will be featured on Rome Design Awards site’s Gallery, where professionals can view your work.
A press release template sent to major industry outlets, celebrating your win.
Professionally designed logos for use on websites, in email signatures, etc.
In addition to the complimentary certificates, Platinum, Gold, and Silver winners may purchase extraordinary Rome Design Awards statuettes, and/or additional customised certificates.
Platinum and Gold winners will get featured (randomly selected) on social media or our media partner on Muse.World’s website.

2026 Rome Design Awards is calling for entries now. Seize this moment of glory with designs that are bold, innovative, and deeply influential — designs that bridge past inspirations with future possibilities.

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1. Event Summary
○ Event Title: Seoul International Garden Show 2026
○ Duration: May 1st, 2026 – October 27th, 2026 [6 Months]
○ Venue: Seoul Forest Park, Seoul, Republic of Korea [South Korea]
○ Theme: Seoul, Green Culture    

2. Competition Summary
○ Title: Seoul International Garden Show 2026 Show Garden Competition
○ Theme: The Wave of Seoul – 서울류(Seoul 流)
○ Venue: Seoul Forest Park vicinity, Seoul Metropolitan City, Republic of Korea
○ Scale [Area]: 5 Gardens, approx. 250㎡ per garden
○ Budget: 70 Million KRW per garden
○ Awards Summary: Gold (1 team) 10 Million KRW,
Silver (2 teams) 6 Million KRW, Bronze (2 teams) 3 Million KRW
○ Announcement: November 7th 2025 (Fri.) – December 8th (Mon.)
○ Registration and Submission: December 5th 2025 (Fri.) – December 8th (Mon.)
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※ See the SIGS website
https://festival.seoul.go.kr/garden

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The award extends its invitation to global architects, and every designer / student who are inspired to diversify the keystones of success in interior design, lighting design, furniture design, urban design and planning, as well as conceptual designs, honoring established or emerging individuals on a global design community of excellence.

2026 Theme
Build for Tomorrow
Where architecture, interior, and landscape design define the legacy of the future.

Architecture is more than construction — it’s the language of vision. Build for Tomorrow celebrates architects, interior designers, and landscape architects who reimagine how people live, interact, and thrive. Every blueprint and structure carries a purpose, shaping the physical and emotional fabric of our world for generations to come.

The 2026 NY Architectural Design Awards invites visionaries who challenge convention and transform the built environment. From skyline-defining architecture to interior spaces that inspire connection, and landscapes that merge with nature, this is your platform to showcase innovation, sustainability, and design excellence recognized on an international stage.

Categories:
The NY Architectural Design Awards categories include Commercial Architecture, Residential Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Innovative Architecture, Lighting Design, Furniture Design, Conceptual Design, Urban Design and Planning, and many more.

Eligibility:
The NY Architectural Design Awards accepts entries from Design Professionals, Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Designers, Urban Planners, Design Innovators, Furniture Designers, Lighting Designers, Renovators, Design Firms, Design Agencies, Freelance Professionals, Organizations, Students and anyone aged 18 and above residing anywhere in the world.

Submission Requirement:
Entries must be produced within the last FIVE (5) calendar years up through the final deadline.
All entries must be submitted for judging exactly as published or implemented and may not be modified for the competition. The NY Architectural Design Awards may request proof of initial production and/or publication date.
The awards reserve the right to re-categorize incorrectly classified entries.
Judges reserve the right to withhold an award in a category if submissions do not meet their expectations.

Entry Brief:
We recommend each synopsis to be kept at approximately 350 words. Do utilize this section to elaborate on the piece as well as providing the jury with a better understanding of your subject. A written translation or adaptation must accompany non-English entries.

Image Submission:

The submissions should be saved in a flattened JPEG or JPG format. (keep them under 4MB, 1,200px wide is preferable, 300dpi, RGB).

Audio/Video Submission:

Upload video/audio to Vimeo/YouTube/Youku or any other related platforms.
Paste the URL link into the URL field.

Entries with audio/videos must be submitted with a direct URL that will take judges directly to the work. If it is password-protected, you must provide a username and password for judging purposes. Web Videos entered are judged solely on the content provided. Upload a PDF brief if explanation is required before evaluations of the work.

2026 Entry Deadline & Fees:
Early Bird: NOV 7 – DEC 17, 2025 ($209)
Regular: DEC 18, 2025 – JAN 16, 2026 ($219)
Final: JAN 17 – FEB 13, 2026 ($239)
Final Extension: FEB 14 – MAR 18, 2026 ($249)
Last Minute: MAR 19 – APR 22, 2026 ($269)

Winning Level:
There are THREE (3) levels of achievement in the competition:

Design of the Year
(Only ONE highest scoring entry from each category will be recognized)
Gold Winner (85 – 100 points)
Silver Winner (60 – 84 points)

Judging:
Judging is blind. All entrant information is removed from entries to prevent bias/conflict of interest.

The prestige of the NY Awards competition relies in large part on the high caliber of the juries that convene each year to review submissions. NY Architectural Design Awards has made a special effort to find a suitable panel of judges whose works exemplify the qualities of a true design professional. The jury panel comprises experienced professionals in their field and industry, including a group of esteemed individuals leading the realms of architecture, interior design, urban planning, and sustainable development, who exemplify diversity in professional experience, geography, gender, and ethnicity. All judges are selected based on experience, availability and credibility to their respective industry.

Evaluation Criteria:
Individual criteria differ by category, but the emphasis is on the overall quality of the entry: the merits of the entry, relative to the judges’ experience and the claims in other entries, as well as the quality of the entry’s narrative itself.

Judges score on a scale of 1-100, based on the below criteria:

Creativity / Originality / Concept / Idea
Content / Brief / Objective / Planning / Execution
Innovation / Technology
Quality / Functionality / Sustainability
Overall Impression / Wow! Factor / Memorable

Results Announcement:
All winners for 2026 will be announced on May 15, 2026 via NY Architectural Design Awards official page. All registered participants can then login to see the winning works.

Prizes:
The Design of the Year winners receive a complimentary Ava Statuette and an exclusive winner certificate.
One professionally designed certificate commemorating the winning entry, which includes entry title, entering company/winners’ name and category. Decal will be affixed indicating the level of win.
Gold winners will be featured on NY Architectural Design Awards site’s Gallery, where professionals can view your work.
A press release template sent to major industry outlets, celebrating your win.
Professionally designed logos for use on websites, in email signatures, etc.
In addition to the complimentary certificates, Gold and Silver winners may purchase futuristic NY Awards statuettes, and/or additional customized certificates.
Gold winners will get featured on social media or our media partner on Muse.World’s website.

2026 NY Architectural Design Awards is calling for entries now. Submit your architectural, interior, or landscape project today — and build for tomorrow.

Enter Now: https://nyarchitectureawards.com/

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Recognizing that excellence exists in various forms in the design industry, the NY Product Design Awards intends to celebrate excellence in all its facets that are found in design work and its designers.

A well-thought-out design is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, and all-in-all improves one’s daily life. Said designs can stem from different people’s personal projects, commercial engagements or researches. To the NY Product Design Awards, these are the individuals we wish to honor.

2026 NY Product Design Awards Theme

Innovate for Tomorrow
Where creative ideas evolve into products that shape modern living.
Every great design begins with a spark of innovation. Innovate for Tomorrow celebrates the designers, engineers, and visionaries behind products that redefine lifestyle, usability, and purpose. From consumer electronics to sustainable goods, these creations reflect the future of design thinking — where imagination meets functionality.

The 2026 NY Product Design Awards welcomes creators who push boundaries and elevate human experience through product design. Whether you craft cutting-edge technology, sustainable materials, or everyday solutions that make life better, your innovation deserves the spotlight. Showcase your work among global leaders in creativity and industry transformation.

Categories:
NY Product Design Awards Categories include: Automotive & Transport, Conceptual, Digital, Electronic Devices & Accessories, Fashion & Lifestyle, Furniture, Packaging, Home Interior, Interface & User Experience, Lighting, and so much more.

Eligibility:
The NY Product Design Awards is open to:

Advertising Agencies, Art Directors, Brand / Business Owner, Car Designers, Creative Boutiques, Design Firms, Designers, Engineers, Entrepreneurs, Fashion Designers, Freelance Professionals, Furniture Designers, Graphic Designers, In-house Marketing, Institutions, Manufacturers, Product Designers, PR firms, Students, Teachers and Anyone aged 18 and with a great new product design.

Submission Requirement:
Entries must be produced within the last FIVE (5) calendar years up through the final deadline.
All entries must be submitted for judging exactly as published or implemented and may not be modified for the competition. The NY Product Design Awards may request proof of initial production and/or publication date.
The awards reserve the right to re-categorize incorrectly classified entries.
Judges reserve the right to withhold an award in a category if submissions do not meet their expectations.

Entry Brief:
It is recommended that you keep your synopsis to approximately 350 words. We suggest you utilize this section of your entry to elaborate on the piece as well as the creativity and originality of your idea. The brief should strengthen your entry, as well as providing the jury a better understanding of your project. A written translation or adaptation must accompany non-English entries.

Image Submission:
– The submissions should be saved in a flattened JPEG or JPG format. (keep them under 4MB, 1,200px wide is preferable, 300dpi, RGB).

2026 Entry Deadline & Fees:
Early Bird: NOV 7 – DEC 17, 2025 ($209)
Regular: DEC 18, 2025 – JAN 16, 2026 ($219)
Final: JAN 17 – FEB 13, 2026 ($239)
Final Extension: FEB 14 – MAR 18, 2026 ($249)
Last Minute: MAR 19 – APR 22, 2026 ($269)

Winning Level:
There are FOUR (4) levels of achievement in the competition:

Product Design of the Year
Product Designer of the Year
Gold: Average score between 85 – 100
Silver: Average score between 60 – 84

Judging:
Judging is blind. All entrant information is removed from entries to prevent bias/conflict of interest.

The prestige of the NY Product Design Awards competition relies in large part on the high caliber of the juries, whom we vetted to review submissions. The jury panel comprised of experienced professionals in their field and industry, including creative designers and art directors from international agencies, product designers, educators, marketers, manufacturers or business owners, and exemplify diversity in professional experience, geography, gender, and ethnicity. All judges are selected based on experience, availability and credibility to their respective industry.

Evaluation Criteria:
Judges score on a scale of 1-100, based on the below criteria:

Form
Creativity & Innovation
Finishing & Functionality
Impact

The NY Product Design Awards and International Awards Associate Inc’s (IAA) decision are final in its sole discretion and binding in relation to all matters relating to Competitions and may not be subject to any discussions or correspondence.

Results Announcement:
All winners of the 2026 competition will be announced on May 15, 2026 via the NY Product Design Awards’ official page. All registered participants can then login to see the winning works.

Prizes:
The Product Design / Designer of the Year Winners will receive a complimentary limited-edition trophy and professionally designed certificate.
One professionally designed certificate commemorating the winning entry, which includes entry title, entering company/winners’ name and category. Decal will be affixed indicating the level of win.
Top tier (Gold and Silver) winners will be featured on NY Product Design Awards site’s Gallery, where professionals can view your work.
A press release template sent to major industry outlets, celebrating your win.
Professionally designed logos for use on websites, in email signatures, etc.
In addition to the complimentary certificates, Gold and Silver winners may purchase beautiful Ava statuettes, and/or additional customized certificates.
Gold and Silver winners will get featured by the NY Product Design Awards on social media or our media partner on Muse.World’s website.

2026 NY Product Design Awards is calling for entries now. Submit your product today — and innovate for tomorrow. Join us today!

Enter Now: https://nydesignawards.com/

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This award is open to property developers, interior designers, architects, real estate professionals, advertisers, landscape designers, lighting designers, marketers, and individual service providers, from residential to commercial and local to international, who aim to improve our daily lives, implement sustainability, and preserve the environment.

2026 TITAN Property Awards Theme

Redefining Global Standards Of Design
The 2026 TITAN Property Awards introduces its official theme: Redefining Global Standards of Design—a recognition of the architectural and interior designs, as well as property developments that are raising the benchmarks of quality, creativity, and innovation across the global built environment.

This year’s theme honors architects, interior designers, developers, and visionaries whose work redefines expectations in property and design. From residential and commercial projects to hospitality, mixed-use developments, and urban planning, the award celebrates designs that combine functionality, and lasting impact.

With a focus on architectural vision, innovative interiors, sustainable development, and transformative property concepts, TITAN recognizes those who raise the standards of design today, setting benchmarks that influence how people live, work, and connect worldwide.

Categories:
TITAN Property Awards Categories are divided into 9 award programs – Property Development, Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Design, Lighting Design, Product Design (New), Conceptual Design, Real Estate and Property Marketing.

Eligibility:
The TITAN Property Awards is open to: International builders, Interior Designers, Designers, Marketers, Agencies, Business Owner, Developers, Lighting Designers, Landscape Designers, Trade and Professional Associations, Public and Private Undertakings, Government and Semi-Government Departments, and even organizations and individual service providers and professionals who have made it big in the real estate sector.

Submission Requirement:
Established entries must be produced within the last FIVE (5) calendar years up through the final deadline.
All entries must be submitted for judging exactly as published or implemented and may not be modified for the competition. The TITAN Property Awards may request proof of initial production and / or publication date.
A written translation or adaptation must accompany non-English entries.
The award reserves the right to re-categorize incorrectly classified entries.
Judges reserve the right to withhold an award in a category if submissions do not meet their expectations.

Entry Brief:
We recommend each synopsis to be kept at approximately 350 words. Do utilize this section to elaborate on the piece as well as providing the jury with a better understanding of your subject. A written translation or adaptation must accompany non-English entries.

Image Submission:
– The submissions should be saved in a flattened JPEG or JPG format. (keep them under 4MB, 1,200px wide is preferable, 300dpi, RGB).

2026 Entry Deadline & Fees:

Early Bird Deadline: NOV 7 – DEC 17, 2025 ($130 – $260)
Regular Deadline: DEC 18, 2025 – JAN 16, 2026 ($140 – $280)
Final Deadline: JAN 17 – FEB 13, 2026 ($160 -$300)
Final Extension Deadline: FEB 14 – MAR 18, 2026 ($180 – $320)
Last Minute Deadline: MAR 19 – APR 22, 2026 ($200 – $350)

Winning Level:
There are FOUR (4) levels of achievement in the competition:
Category Winners of the Year (Only highest scoring entries from each category will be recognized.)
Platinum – Average scores between 85 – 100
Gold – Average scores between 70 – 84
Silver – Average scores between 50 – 69

Judging:
Judging is blind. All entrant information is removed from entries to prevent bias/conflict of interest.

Our list of jurors consists of a wide variety of esteemed industry professionals, educators, influencers and editors who are devoted to creative professionals, marketing communications, interior design, architecture, and property development.

Evaluation Criteria:
Our esteemed jury panel consists of leading property industry professionals, whose contributions and innovations to the advancement of societal infrastructure are genuinely inspirational. Collectively, they evaluate, select, and reward projects across all available categories.

The project needs to be clear on its creativity, provide a better living experience for its users, demonstrate innovation, embracing new technologies, respecting the environment, and pushing boundaries of human ingenuity.

Submissions are judged at random without comparison in the same categories. Our judges will score on a scale of 1-100 based on:

– Innovation/Uniqueness
– Form & Clarity
– Function
– Quality
– Sustainability

Entries receiving an average score under 50 do not receive an award.

Results Announcement:
All winners of 2026 will be announced on May 15, 2026 via TITAN Property Awards official page. All registered participants can then log in to view the winning entries.

Prizes:
One complimentary TITAN statuette will be given to all Category Winners of the Year.
One professionally designed certificate commemorating the winning entry, which includes entry title, entering company/winners’ name and category. Decal will be affixed indicating the level of win.
All winners will be featured on TITAN Property Awards site’s Gallery, where professionals and public can view your work.
A press release sent to major industry outlets, celebrating your win.
Professionally designed logos for use on websites, in email signatures, etc.
In addition to the complimentary certificates, Platinum, Gold Winners and Silver may purchase beautiful TITAN Property Awards statuettes, and/or additional customized certificates.
Category Winners of the Year and Platinum Winners will get featured by TITAN Property Awards on social media or our media partner on Muse.World’s website.

2026 TITAN Property Awards is calling for Early Bird entries now. Set the standard as a global TITAN of property design and development. Join us today!

Enter Now: https://thepropertyawards.com/

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We are a specialty handkerchief brand based in Japan.

CLASSICS the Small Luxury was launched in 2003 with the concept of “Quiet luxury in the palm of your hand.” We are a handkerchief specialty store that utilizes the know-how cultivated by our parent company, Blooming Nakanishi, established in 1879, combining inherited techniques and craftsmanship with modern sensibility to create original designs each season.

To date, we have brought many handkerchiefs to the world in collaboration with numerous artists both inside and outside Japan.

We are constantly pursuing ways to expand the new appeal and potential of the handkerchief through the power of design.

With the hope of supporting artists’ activities and making design more intimate to people, we established the “CLASSICS the Small Luxury Design Award” in 2020.

■The 6th Annual “CLASSICS the Small Luxury Design Award 2026” Design Theme

Design Theme “YUM YUM”

Give form to your unique sense of “deliciousness.”

The moments we feel something is “delicious” are as numerous as the people in the world.

For example, it might be the dining scene unfolding beyond the steam. It could be a memory from childhood, wrapped in gentle sweetness. Sometimes, our heart simply melts from a scent that passes our nose.

“Deliciousness” can be a color, a sound, or even someone’s gesture. It is something felt not only by taste, but by all five senses.

Why not take what “YUM YUM” means to you, as an individual sensibility, and express it in the form of a handkerchief?

■Application Period
November 3, 2025 (Mon) – January 31, 2026 (Sat) (Japan Standard Time)

■Prizes
・Grand Prix
Cash Prize: ¥100,000 (approx. US$663)

Commercialization: The design will be commercialized and sold at CLASSICS the Small Luxury directly managed stores, online shops, and other authorized retailers.

・Runner-up
Cash Prize: ¥30,000 (approx. US$199)

Commercialization: The design will be commercialized and sold at CLASSICS the Small Luxury directly managed stores, online shops, and other authorized retailers.

* The cash prize will be paid after deducting taxes such as withholding tax and special income tax for reconstruction. * The amounts displayed in US dollars were calculated at the time of posting. The prize money will be calculated based on the amount displayed in Japanese yen, using the exchange rate at the time of payment. (For applications from outside Japan)

・Jury Special Award
Award: The winning design will be manufactured as a handkerchief and presented to the winner.

* Selected through discussion when recommended by the judges. (There may be no eligible work chosen.)

■. Submission Details
Handkerchief design (45 × 45 cm square)

File Type: JPEG

File Name: Please submit using the format: “Your Name_Artwork Title” (e.g., JaneDoe_SpringGarden)

Size: 5315 pixels × 5315 pixels

Resolution: 300 dpi

Color Mode: RGB

File Size: Within 6 MB

Note: Hard copies will not be accepted.

■Eligibility
The contest is open to companies, organizations, individuals, or groups, regardless of age, gender, occupation, or nationality. Submitted works must be unreleased, domestically and internationally. Applicants must agree to the commercialization of their winning design.

Please refer to the brand’s official website for detailed application guidelines.　
https://classics-the-small-luxury.com/en/blogs/news/classics-the-small-luxury-design-award-2026

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In the heart of a city where tradition meets innovation, the Tokyo Design Awards celebrates creativity across diverse design disciplines — honoring the brilliant minds redefining the way we live, move, and experience the world.

This international competition brings together leading designers, studios, and creative professionals on a global platform that connects visionaries across industries and categories. Driven by imagination, originality, and forward-thinking ideas, it honors exceptional design that transforms daily life and inspires new perspectives.

2026 Theme — Ignite the Beginning. Design the Future.

Every breakthrough begins with a spark — an idea that challenges convention and reimagines possibility. “Ignite the Beginning. Design the Future.” celebrates this spark, spotlighting design’s power to initiate change and shape lasting impact for generations to come.

Participants are invited to submit works that embody bold beginnings and visionary futures across architecture, interiors, products, and emerging creative disciplines — igniting conversations and inspiring what comes next.

Featured Categories

The Tokyo Design Awards showcases excellence across disciplines including Architectural Design, Interior Design, Product Design, Lighting, Furniture, Packaging, Transportation, and Landscape Design.
New for 2026 is the Character & Pop Design category, highlighting collectible and narrative-driven creations, alongside the Emerging Designer and Honorary Designer categories — recognizing innovation, originality, and significant contributions to global design culture.

The Lumis Collaboration

This year marks the first collaboration between the Tokyo Design Awards and The Lumis — creative companions symbolizing imagination and diversity in design.

Each Lumis character represents a spark of creativity, transforming the awards into a shared narrative that connects creators worldwide. Together, they celebrate the boundless potential of design — where every idea becomes part of a larger story.

Eligibility & Submission

Open to professionals, studios, companies, and students from all backgrounds and countries, entries must have been produced, launched, or released on or after January 1, 2022.

Submissions include a 350-word project brief, up to 10 images (JPEG, ≤4MB), and optional supporting materials. Works involving video or motion content can be linked via YouTube, Vimeo, or Youku.

Key Deadlines

Early Bird: Oct 23 – Nov 26, 2025
Regular: Nov 27, 2025 – Jan 7, 2026
Final: Jan 8 – Feb 11, 2026
Final Extension: Feb 12 – Mar 12, 2026
Last Minute: Mar 13 – Apr 16, 2026
Results Announcement: May 8, 2026

Judging Process

Entries are evaluated blind by an international panel of architects, designers, and creative directors based on:

Creativity & Concept
Execution & Functionality
Innovation & Impact
Aesthetic & Visual Design
Memorability

For the Honorary Designer category, evaluation includes:

Professional Background and Expertise
Key Achievements
Creativity and Innovation
Industry Influence
Global Recognition

Awards & Recognition

Design of the Year (per main category)

Honorary Designer of the Year

Platinum, Gold, and Silver Winners

Winners receive a Tokyo Design Awards Statuette, customized certificate, and international media exposure through official press releases, digital showcases, and social platforms. Select Platinum and Gold winners will also be featured on Muse.World.

The 2026 Tokyo Design Awards is now open for entries. From breakthrough concepts to transformative achievements, this is where exceptional design — and the minds behind it — are seen, evaluated, and celebrated.

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Design should not only serve the present — it should become a legacy remembered across generations. Asia Design Prize celebrates innovation, culture, and the creative spirit that defines Asia’s identity. Let your work become part of this legacy. Enter now.

Submission Period
• October 05 – December 30, 2025 (24:00 KST)

Schedule
• Finalist Announcement: January 13, 2026
• Winner Announcement: January 27, 2026
• Online Exhibition: February 11, 2026
• Award Ceremony in Seoul: March, 2026
• Winner Package Shipping: April 15, 2026

Qualification
• Open to participants worldwide
• Up to 5 members per team
Students may submit within one year after graduation.

Categories
• Industrial
• Space / Architecture
• Communication

Submission Method
• Online Upload

Entry Process
• Online Application
• 1st Online Screening
• 2nd Online Screening
• Finalist Announcement
• Winner Announcement
• Online Exhibition
• Ceremony in Seoul
• Winner Package Delivery

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Established by the International Awards Associate (IAA) in 2015, the award aims to push the boundaries of what is possible, inspiring others to further elevate the standards of the design world. Beyond just honors, the MUSE Design Awards offers unparalleled exposure for award-winning designers, artists, architects, brands, and design agencies, highlighting their market-leading position and expertise in the industry.

2026 MUSE Theme
Crowning Achievements
A Celebration of Triumph, A Coronation of Brilliance

Crowning Achievements reflects the journey of every creator who dares to imagine, design, and deliver the extraordinary. It is a celebration of defining moments — where ambition turns into success, and innovation transforms into recognition.

The 2026 MUSE Awards honors these milestones, with each triumph standing as a crown — placed not just upon creativity, but upon the individuals and teams whose brilliance shapes the global creative landscape.

Categories:
MUSE Design Awards Categories are divided into 10 award programs – architectural design, interior design, product design, fashion design, transportation design, packaging design, furniture design, conceptual design, lighting design and landscape design.

Eligibility:
The MUSE Design Awards is open worldwide to:
Advertising Agencies, Architects, Builders, Brand / Business Owner, Car Designers, Creative Boutiques, Design firms, Engineers, Fashion Designers, Freelance Professionals, Furniture Design, Graphic Designers, In-house Marketing, Interactive Agencies, Interior Designers, Landscape Designers, Product Designers, Students, and anyone aged 18 and above residing anywhere in the world.

Submission Requirements:
– Entries must be produced within the last FIVE (5) calendar years up through the final deadline.
– All entries must be submitted for judging exactly as published or implemented and may not be modified for the competition. The MUSE Design Awards may request proof of initial production and/or publication date.
– The award reserves the right to re-categorize incorrectly classified entries.
– Judges reserve the right to withhold an award in a category if submissions do not meet their expectations.

Entry Brief:
It is recommended that you keep your synopsis to approximately 350 words. We suggest you utilize this section of your entry to elaborate on the piece as well as the creativity and originality of your idea. The brief should strengthen your entry, as well as providing the jury a better understanding of your project. A written translation or adaptation must accompany non-English entries.

Image Submission:
– The submissions should be saved in a flattened JPEG or JPG format. (keep them under 4MB, 1,200px wide is preferable, 300dpi, RGB).

2026 Entry Deadline & Fees:
Early Bird: Oct 16 – Nov 13, 2025 ($209)
Regular: Nov 14 – Dec 11, 2025 ($219)
Final: Dec 12, 2025 – Jan 15, 2026 ($239)
Final Extension: Jan 16 – Feb 12, 2026 ($249)
Last Minute: Feb 13 – Mar 26, 2026 ($269)
Results Announcement: Apr 10, 2026

Winning Level:
There are FOUR (4) levels of achievement in the competition:
– Design of the Year
– Platinum MUSE (85-100 points)
– Gold MUSE (70-84 points)
– Silver MUSE (50-69 points)

Judging:
Judging is blind. All entrant information is removed from entries to prevent bias/conflict of interest.

Judges are senior-level, experienced in their field/industry, including creative designers and art directors from international agencies, architects, fashion designers, interior designers, product designers, educators, marketers or business owners. Judges are selected based on experience, credibility and availability.

Evaluation Criteria:
Judges score on a scale of 1-100, based on the below criteria:

– Creativity / Originality / Concept / Idea
– Content / Brief / Objective / Planning / Execution
– Innovation / Technology
– Quality / Functionality / Sustainability
– Overall Impression / Wow! Factor / Memorable

The MUSE Design Awards and International Awards Associate’s decision are final in its sole discretion and binding in relation to all matters relating to Competitions and may not be subject to any discussions or correspondence.

Results Announcement:
All winners for 2026 will be announced on April 10, 2026 via MUSE Design Awards official page. All registered participants can then login to see the winning entries.

Prizes:
– The Design of the Year winners receive a complimentary limited-edition trophy and professionally designed certificate.
– One professionally designed certificate commemorating the winning entry, which includes entry title, entering company/winners’ name and category. Decal will be affixed indicating the level of win.
– Top tier (Platinum and Gold) winners will be featured on MUSE Design Awards site’s Gallery, where professionals can view your work.
– Professionally designed logos for use on websites, in email signatures, etc.
– Platinum and Gold winners will get featured by MUSE on social media or our media partner on Muse.World’s website.

2026 MUSE Design Awards is calling for entries now. Step into your Crowning Achievement — submit your work and let your brilliance be recognized on the world stage. Join us today!

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