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Awarded for innovation in circular design: Circular Logistics' reusable shipping box saves CO₂, cuts waste to zero, and redefines sustainable packaging. A Gold-winning …

How attitude, embracing mistakes, and emotional depth are reshaping product design today: key takeaways from the international talk series “Confessions”, whose second …

Design as a system in motion: The German Design Awards 2026 show how design drives transformation – connected, open, and focused on the future. The new visual concept …

Real insights instead of polished presentations: with a new talk series, the German Design Awards create space for open conversations. International perspectives, …

Sleeker, clearer, more user-friendly – the new website of the German Design Awards is now online. Behind the clean look lies a well-thought-out strategy: a fresh …

The German Design Awards 2026 have launched. Got a project that takes responsibility and shapes the future? Submit it now!

Design is no longer confined to products – it defines experiences. Systemic, empathetic, and value-driven, service design creates meaningful connections and shapes …

With the doughnut economy, Kate Raworth shows that success is not based on endless growth, but on social justice and planetary boundaries. Her Doughnut Economics …

Relive an evening full of outstanding design, inspiring personalities, and unforgettable moments and watch the official video of the 2025 German Design Awards Show. On …

Juni Sun Neyenhuys from the Weißensee Kunsthochschule Berlin specialises in biomaterials and algae as sustainable raw materials. Her focus is on developing circular …

Lena Weber from the Bauhaus University Weimar combines communication design with technology and philosophical theory. She develops design tools and typographic systems …

Max Seeger from the Würzburg-Schweinfurt University of Applied Sciences has already received several awards for his work in the field of digital design. He focusses on …

Sophia Reißenweber from Burg Giebichenstein Halle combines materials research and biotechnology in her work to close circular material cycles. Her designs are based on …

Amelie Kurz focuses on the utilisation of existing resources in her architectural designs. She designs future-orientated spaces using resource-conserving concepts that …

What defines great design? And what is its true value? The German Design Award 2025 jury delves into these questions – and will soon present the best designs of the …

Circular design is more than a trend. It challenges us to radically rethink production, consumption, and sustainability. The German Design Award 2025 focuses on …

Cultural diversity and innovative ideas – the German Design Award 2025 jury brings together a broad range of perspectives to honour outstanding design. Juliet Kavishe …

Innovation is no coincidence – Werner Aisslinger is convinced of that. In the interview, he speaks about the fine art of recognising real innovation – and why this is …

Monica Ahanonu discusses the power of colour in her design process. She explains how colours can connect people through shared emotional responses. Discover her …

Illustrator Monica Ahanonu shares how the diverse backgrounds of jury members enrich the evaluation process. Different viewpoints and expertise lead to insightful, …

Julie Hjort speaks about participatory and user-centred design approaches – how design bridges human needs and unfolds its transformative power.  …

What defines true circular design? Manuel Bickel takes us behind the scenes of the jury’s work – and reveals what really matters when assessing sustainable design …

How does circular design have an impact? Manuel Bickel puts it simply: only when we understand the entire system can design truly close the loop. He explains why …

The Eurobike Award, organised by the German Design Council and presented on 3 July during Eurobike, was a great success and impressively demonstrated the innovative …

Circular design is critical to addressing the challenges associated with resource scarcity, pollution and climate change and building a more sustainable and resilient …

Artificial Intelligence – The digital transformation of design is leading to a variety of new products, processes and services. AI is being used in many areas and is …

The German Design Award 2024 Awards Show took place on February 26 at Kap Europa, the congress centre of Messe Frankfurt, with an expanded concept. The event attracted …

Sebastian Winter inspires with his creative approach to interaction design. He uses creative coding to encourage interaction with users and open up a dialogue. His aim …

Finn Blankenberg, Esra Heuermann and Nick Potter are Studio Formagora. They use design to drive social and ecological change. With participatory processes and …

Justus Hilfenhaus creates products that offer more than just function - they arouse emotions and create connections. With a clear focus on sensual aesthetics and …

Leonie Burkhardt combines traditional craftsmanship with modern textile design to create impressive three-dimensional textile objects. Her experimental works blur the …

Nicolas König is the German Design Award 2024 - Newcomer of the Year. With his unique view of architecture, which perfectly combines nature and technology, he is …

Bettina Würth, honoured as ‘Personality of the Year 2024’ by the German Design Awards, stands for a forward-looking corporate culture that combines sustainability and …

Design as a driver of change: At the German Design Awards, sustainability, the circular economy and social responsibility meet innovative ideas from around the world. …

The German Design Awards bring together designers, companies and visionaries to engage in a dialogue about the future of design. In our latest jury session, the focus …

Artificial intelligence is opening up entirely new possibilities for designers: never before have products been tested so quickly or ideas generated so efficiently. …

In an interview with Martin Pauli, we learn about the responsibility designers take on within the circular economy – and how they are shaping the future through …

In a connected world, cross-border exchange is easier than ever before. In an interview, jury member Jeff Dayu Shi speaks about intercultural learning and how we can …

For Jeff Dayu Shi, design is not just about finding answers – it is first and foremost about asking the right questions. In our video interview, he discusses the …

Ethical responsibility is more important for designers today than ever before – especially in the age of AI. In our interview, Patricia Reiners explains why this issue …

Designers have the power to change the world – with every decision, every product. This is where judge Daniela Bohlinger sees a great responsibility. In this …

Paula Scher has left a lasting mark on the design world with her unmistakable style. For over five decades, the graphic designer has been setting new standards - from …

Tobias Trübenbacher is the German Design Award 2023 - Newcomer of the Year. He impresses with his focus on social design and sustainability. With projects such as the …

Visionary design, powerful emotions, and bold statements: The 2023 German Design Awards Show on 3 February in Frankfurt was a true celebration of design – and it's now …

Tim Schütze's work focuses on more than just aesthetic design. As an industrial designer, he thematises equality and diversity in his projects - particularly through …

Anna Koppmann focuses on social challenges and develops innovative products that provide answers to important questions of our time. For example, ‘First Aid Gloves’ - …

Paula Keilholz is breaking new ground with her work in transformation and fashion design. Her approaches not only scrutinise the material aspects of fashion, but also …

Katharina Düing combines design with social sustainability and translates current social issues such as discrimination, diversity and mental health into graphic novels …

Different perspectives, shared passion: During the jury session of the German Design Awards 2023, international experts came together – directly, critically, and …

What does design look like that shapes our future? The German Design Awards 2023 showcases how innovation becomes visible – and why good design today must do more than …

Think globally, design together. Why the international perspective in the German Design Award jury is so crucial – and how it leads to the best ideas. Insights into a …

Why reinvent the wheel? Prof. Dr. Lilac Osanjo from the University of Nairobi explains how powerful international networks can be – when we are open to learning from …

What does innovation mean today? For Melissa Amarelo, it's clear: It's not just about the product – it's about the story behind it. She explains how materials, …

Crises are times of questions. Design provides the answers. Jury member Lukas Cottrell explains why design becomes a compass precisely when everything is in flux. Why …

What does circular really mean? Designer Stephen Burks puts it simply: Fewer parts, less material mix – sometimes, simplicity is just better. Why a plastic chair can …

Ten years of the German Design Awards: a look back at growth, change, and international relevance. In the video, Lutz Dietzold (CEO of the German Design Council) …

A pioneer of modern architecture: British architect David Chipperfield has set standards worldwide with his studio of the same name. His work is known for clear, …

Justine Masché combines art, craftsmanship and emotional communication in her fashion designs. Her works tell stories that are contained in the clothing - from ‘The …

Felix Thode focusses on socially relevant topics such as the manipulation of facts and social injustice. With clear, creative precision, he raises awareness of the …

Maria Bürger combines digital media with narrative elements in her work and champions the perspectives of women in technology. With projects such as ‘Paradigm Shift’ …

Kalina Todorova Kondeva impresses with her versatile projects, which are always focussed on the needs of users. She shows how industrial design is shaping the future - …

Anne Bansen is German Design Award 2022 - Newcomer of the Year. In her work, she combines universal design, user experience and safety in everyday life. Her portfolio, …

German Design Awards 2021 – “All Eyes On” outstanding design. The exhibition at the Museum Angewandte Kunst in Frankfurt, along with digital formats, spotlighted …

With her visionary work, Paola Antonelli has fundamentally changed the perception of design and sharpened its cultural significance worldwide. As a curator at the …

David Wojcik is German Design Award 2021 - Newcomer of the Year. He is an up-and-coming designer whose innovative spirit has even taken him to the Museum of Science in …

Max Witzstrock, industrial designer from Munich, impresses with an application-centred approach and a clear eye for holistic design. Since graduating in 2019, he has …

Lukas Schmidt shapes the design world with creative concepts that bring space to life. As a freelancer and lecturer, he focusses on innovative typography and has …

Julian Peschel, an information designer with a passion for data and satellite images, offers an exciting portfolio of critical, visually narrative works. After working …

Verena Zirngibl impresses with her unique blend of graphics, illustration and in-depth dialogue work. Her award-winning semester project ‘Willkür & Drangsal’ …

An evening dedicated to outstanding design. At the German Design Awards 2020, designers, entrepreneurs and creatives from around the world came together in Frankfurt …

With his minimalist design philosophy, Jasper Morrison has had a lasting impact on the perception of functional and aesthetic design. His works - from furniture to …

Sebastian Viering combines technology, sustainability and human-object interaction in his work. With his focus on innovative and responsible design, he not only …

Maximilian Goßler is intensively involved with the possibilities and limits of artificial intelligence in industrial design. Working as a freelance designer since …

Kai Rump inspires with innovative designs that combine technology and user experience. From UX design to intuitive astrophotography systems, he shows how design can …

Bernhard Osann combines precise craftsmanship with innovative industrial design. From wall shelves to lamps - his works surprise with their lightness and balance, …

Janina Hünerberg is German Design Award 2020 - Newcomer of the Year. Her work in medical design impresses with innovative solutions. From blood glucose meters for …

Design is more than visual appeal. It is a strategic success factor – for brands, for sales, and for a company’s long-term presence in the market. One example is the …

With over 5,000 submissions from 63 countries, the German Design Awards 2019 set new benchmarks in the global design landscape. The awards show in Frankfurt brought …

A true master of brand storytelling: for decades, Peter Schmidt has defined the look and feel of some of the world’s most iconic brands. Always with an eye for …

Luzia Hein is German Design Award 2019 - Newcomer of the Year. Her work combines type, space and graphic patterns - sometimes as wallpaper, sometimes as type design. A …

Luisa Rubisch and Rasa Weber transform construction waste into new building materials with Urban Terrazzo - and show how architecture, design and recycling can work …

Gabriel Müller designs for people. With a special focus on health, mobility and sustainability. His designs are the result of ethnographic research and visionary …

Frauke Zoë Taplik combines technical flair with creative curiosity. Her work moves between function, experiment and poetry - always with the aim of making complex …

Essi Johanna Glomb experiments at the interface of design, research and material innovation. With ‘Algaemy’, she turns algae into a versatile source of colour - and …

International design stars and inspiring newcomers: the German Design Awards 2018 ceremony in Frankfurt demonstrated why the awards are among the world’s most …

With her uncompromising vision and unmistakable style, Jil Sander has left a lasting mark on the fashion world. Her forward-thinking approach continues to shape design …

Phillip Weber, honoured as Newcomer of the Year at the German Design Awards 2018, shares in this interview why traditional craftsmanship remains vital in the digital …

The German Design Awards 2017 ceremony in Frankfurt brought together international design leaders, outstanding projects, and unforgettable moments on stage. Watch the …

At the German Design Awards 2017, Benjamin Glöckner received the prestigious distinction Newcomer of the Year. The product designer impressed with his work, which …

As a pioneer of Design Thinking, Hasso Plattner has played a key role in making complex digital systems intuitive, accessible, and user-focused. For his groundbreaking …

With more than 4,000 entries from 50 countries, the German Design Awards 2016 set new benchmarks. The award ceremony in Frankfurt celebrated outstanding projects and …

Eva Müller, a graduate of Bergische Universität Wuppertal, is recognised as one of the most promising young design talents of her generation. Her diverse portfolio – …

Konstantin Grcic represents a bold new wave of German design – radical in thought, minimalist in form, precise in function. His work blends technical expertise with …

Florian Born, an interaction designer from Bremen, explores the intersection of new technologies and the fusion of virtual and physical worlds. For his outstanding …

Nils Holger Moormann has redefined German furniture design: independent, unconventional, and always with a playful sense for how ideas and function come together. …

The German Design Awards 2015 ceremony in Frankfurt brought together international designers, companies, and young talents. On stage: excited winners, powerful …

The German Design Awards 2014 ceremony in Frankfurt highlighted the international relevance of the competition. On stage: emotional statements, excited winners, and …

Christian Zanzotti received the Newcomer of the Year Award in 2014. The Italy-born industrial designer founded his own studio in Munich and impresses with projects …

For Gerd Bulthaup, design is a statement. His kitchens go beyond function; they become stages for living, reflections of attitude, expressions of brand. For his …

Since 1953, the German Design Council has been championing design as a key driver of culture and business. The internationally renowned German Design Awards 2013 not …

Hartmut Esslinger challenged and shaped how a whole generation thinks about design. With his belief that design should follow emotion, he laid the groundwork for a new …

At the German Design Awards 2013, Siren Elise Wilhelmsen was honoured as Newcomer of the Year. Born in Norway and based in Berlin, she creates designs that combine …

Stephanie Jasny, an independent product designer from Berlin and graduate of the Berlin University of the Arts, was honoured as Newcomer of the Year at the German …

Phoenix Design stands for design that’s timeless, thoughtful and always looking ahead. Andreas Haug and Tom Schönherr bring excellence and a strong commitment to …