A’ Design Award & Competition 2026: Call for Submissions

Designers, creatives, makers: this is your moment to put your work forward in one of the world’s most respected design platforms.

The A’ Design Award & Competition invites you to register your design across hundreds of categories spanning architecture, product design, graphic design, fashion, furniture design, packaging and more, offering a global stage for original thinking and craft.

Created to spotlight excellence in design and forward thinking ideas, the A’ Design Award brings together creative work from across disciplines and continents. Drawing thousands of submissions every year, it has become a respected platform for visibility professional recognition and creative momentum.

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The appeal of A’ Design Award is more than a trophy

Participants benefit from long-term value, especially independent designers and brands looking to expand their reach and credibility.

Key benefits of winning include:

• International recognition through one of the world’s most established design competitions
• Inclusion in the official A’ Design Award yearbook distributed globally
• Extensive press coverage across international design media and industry platforms
• Exhibition of winning works in global design showcases and events
• Use of the A’ Design Award winner logo for marketing and professional promotion
• Listing in the World Design Rankings increasing professional visibility
• Networking opportunities with designers brands institutions and media worldwide
• Increased credibility when pitching to clients collaborators and investors
• Long term online exposure through the A’ Design Award archive and galleries
• Translation and distribution support to reach international audiences
• Career and brand positioning benefits that extend well beyond the award year

Submitting your design can open doors to new audiences, collaborators and clients, helping your work resonate far beyond the studio.

The deadline for submissions is fast approaching

Entries are open until February 28 2026. Winners will be unveiled on May 1st and highlighted across international press exhibitions yearbooks and online showcases.

Submissions are reviewed by an international jury composed of academics industry professionals and design media figures, each bringing a distinct perspective and expertise to the evaluation process.

Whether you’re a seasoned designer or an emerging talent, this competition gives you a platform to share your vision in truly global company. Submissions close on February 28, so if you’ve been refining something original, now is the time to share it with the world.

Ready to make your mark? Nominate your work now and submit your designs.

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