Connecting Global Excellence

Be part of it in 2027
Register now!

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
142 days
22 April 2026
Call for Entries
11 September 2026
Registration Deadline
Want to take part?

The German Design Award 2027 is now open.

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

Featured Jury

Hans Meier-Kortwig
Founder & Managing Director, gmk Markenberatung
Prof. Dr. Siegfried Zhiqiang Wu
Professor, Tongji University
Andrea Herold
Co-Founder, InteriorPark
Charles O. Job
Independent Architect & Designer
© Christof Jakob
Why enter?

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.

to the categories
© Christof Jakob
Why enter?

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.

all benefits
© Rosenthal / Quelle: Archiv Beate Reichel
Why enter?

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.

more about

Media Partners

Jump to top of page