Connecting Global Excellence

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Design changes the world — the German Design Awards make it visible.

The internationally acclaimed awards honour projects that drive innovation, embrace responsibility and open up new perspectives through design. Initiated by the German Design Council, the German Design Awards stand for design excellence with purpose — interdisciplinary in thinking, globally connected, and strategically relevant.

Submissions are open. Take part now!

Submissions are open. Take part now!

Submissions are open. Take part now!

Submissions are open. Take part now!

Submissions are open. Take part now!

Key Dates

Registration Deadline
137 days
22 April 2026
Call for Entries
11 September 2026
Registration Deadline
01 October 2026
Jury Session
29 January 2027
Awards Show
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The German Design Awards 2027 are now open.

Submit now: the German Design Awards 2027 are looking for projects that combine impact, sustainability, and systems thinking in design.

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Featured Jury

Prof. Ansgar Eidens
Programme Director Brand & Communication Design B.A., Brand University of Applied Sciences
William Wu
Vice President Design, Haier Appliances Group
Martin Pauli
Director and Global Leader, Circular Economy Services
Sacha Moser
Founder & Creative Partner, FOUNDRY
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Be focused on the Futurewith us

Circular Design, Artificial Intelligence, Transformation — the Award showcases how design is already driving tomorrow’s ideas today. For those who approach design with strategic vision.

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Become part ofa Global Network

An initiative of the German Design Council, the Award is embedded in a strong, international community. Winning here means gaining visibility and forging new connections — worldwide.

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Excellence Rootedin Heritage

Since 1953, the German Design Council has shaped the culture of design. The Award continues this legacy — highlighting excellence with a clear sense of origin.

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