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The A’ Design Award: Celebrating Excellence in Design

The A’ Design Award & Competition is one of the world’s most prestigious design competitions, recognizing innovation and creativity in design, architecture, fashion, and more. With a highly qualified jury and a wide array of categories, this award not only provides global exposure for the winners but also offers them a substantial prize package that includes promotional opportunities and various benefits.

This article highlights a selection of standout winners from categories like architecture, furniture, fashion, and more, showcasing the depth and range of talent recognized by the competition.

Call for Entries

The A’ Design Award invites creative professionals from around the globe to submit their work across numerous design categories. Open to individuals, studios, and businesses, this competition is a platform for designers to gain global recognition. The award encourages diverse participation by providing clear guidelines and a smooth registration process for all interested applicants. Learn more here.

Silver Winner. Ariu by Research and Development Design Italia Srl
Ariu by Research and Development Design Italia Srl.
Silver Winner. Hug by Romulo Temigue
Hug by Romulo Temigue.
Platinum Winner. Lake by Xia Yiting
Lake by Xia Yiting.

Results Announcement

Each year, after careful consideration by the expert jury, the winners are announced on May 1st. The results unveil the world’s top designers, providing them with unparalleled visibility and recognition in their fields. The announcement is eagerly awaited by both participants and the design community, as it highlights the year’s most innovative and creative projects. See the latest results here.

Silver Winner. Zen Explorer by Kuan Lu
Zen Explorer by Kuan Lu.
Gold Winner. 249 Design Hotel by Alberto Torres
249 Design Hotel by Alberto Torres.
Gold Winner. 210 Bloor by Babak Eslahjou
210 Bloor by Babak Eslahjou.
Platinum Winner. Oriental Movie Metropolis Theater by Shanxing Gao
Oriental Movie Metropolis Theater by Shanxing Gao.

The Jury

All entries submitted to the A’ Design Award are rigorously peer-reviewed and judged anonymously by an esteemed jury of experts. This diverse panel includes seasoned designers, academics, industry leaders, prominent journalists, and international publishers. Each jury is carefully assembled to be multidisciplinary, ensuring that the evaluations are grounded in expertise, experience, and technical knowledge. This approach guarantees that designs are judged fairly and thoroughly, with each entry receiving the thoughtful consideration it deserves.

Platinum Winner. The Shape of Old Memory by Bingrou Chen
The Shape of Old Memory by Bingrou Chen.
Platinum Winner. Honey Drop by Akira Nakagomi
Honey Drop by Akira Nakagomi.
Silver Winner. Cinqueterre by Francesco Cappuccio
Cinqueterre by Francesco Cappuccio.
Silver Winner. Green-Backed Tit Nesting Plan by Yi-Chang Chen
Green-Backed Tit Nesting Plan by Yi-Chang Chen.
Platinum Winner. Be Water by Fernando Correa
Be Water by Fernando Correa.
Platinum Winner. Kunming Zhonghaihui Delhi Garden by Du Wenbiao
Kunming Zhonghaihui Delhi Garden by Du Wenbiao.

Moreover, the A’ Design Award & Competition pioneered a unique pre-judging process called the preliminary evaluation. This step allows participants to gain valuable feedback on their submissions before entering the final stage of the competition, giving them a chance to refine their work and better prepare for the main judging. Discover the jury here.

Award in Numbers

With thousands of entries from more than 180 countries, the A’ Design Award is truly global. The competition covers over 100 categories, representing a broad spectrum of the design world. These impressive numbers underscore the award’s prominence and its role in promoting international design excellence. See the statistics here.

Gold Winner. Arcteryx Sanlitun by Arcteryx and Still Young
Arcteryx Sanlitun by Arcteryx and Still Young.
Gold Winner. Supa Fama by Shelley Mock
Supa Fama by Shelley Mock.
Platinum Winner. Shenzhen Zhongshuge by Xiang Li
Shenzhen Zhongshuge by Xiang Li.

Design Prize

The A’ Design Award offers its winners unparalleled prestige, recognition, and publicity on an international scale through the coveted A’ Design Prize. Each year, winners are honored with one of five distinctions: Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Iron, across various design categories. This tiered system ensures that excellence is celebrated at multiple levels.

Gold Winner. Eons by Chris Slabber
Eons by Chris Slabber.
Gold Winner. Peace by Masaki Hirokawa
Peace by Masaki Hirokawa.

In addition to receiving their awards, winners are invited to attend an exclusive gala event and awards ceremony in Italy. During the ceremony, they are presented with trophies, certificates, and a special yearbook celebrating their achievements. Winners also have the opportunity to showcase their projects in a dedicated exhibition space, providing further exposure.

Silver Winner. Apex by Yicheng Feng
Apex by Yicheng Feng.
Silver Winner. Limited space by Yu Kun
Limited space by Yu Kun.

The A’ Design Prize includes an extensive promotional kit designed to celebrate and enhance the winner’s success. This package features public relations support, advertising opportunities, and inclusion in global design rankings, solidifying their place among the world’s top designers. Learn more about the prize here.

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