How it works
A transparent process,
judged by people who count.
From submission to winners announcement, every step is defined and public. No popular vote — only qualitative assessment by industry professionals.
Submitting your project is completely free. Our team reviews every submission for completeness and category fit (not quality). You only pay if approved — this removes the financial risk of entering an award.
What happens after you submit
You receive an email confirming we've received your project.
Within 5 working days: approval email with a payment link, or a rejection email with specific reasons and the option to resubmit.
After payment: your entry is confirmed and active.
Reasons for rejection (examples)
Insufficient or low-quality images (below minimum requirements)
Project does not match the selected category
Required text fields incomplete or too brief
Product launched more than 3 years ago
Market Ready
Product already on the market
Physical products commercially available for no more than 3 years. Must be purchasable at the time of submission.
The jury also considers
· Market traction and distribution
· Production scalability
Vision
Concept not yet in production
Projects not yet in production or distribution. Can be a prototype, thesis project or independently developed concept.
The jury also considers
· Production feasibility
· Clarity of target market
Design Intent
The project has a clear reason to exist. The designer has identified a real problem or a cultural opportunity, and the design response is coherent with that intention. This applies equally to commercial products and speculative concepts.
Originality & Innovation
The project introduces something new — in process, material, formal approach, technology, or the way it solves a problem. It doesn't need to be revolutionary, but it must advance the state of the art within its category.
Sustainability & Responsibility
The awareness with which the project addresses its environmental and social impact — material choices, durability, end of life, production. Perfection is not required, but a declared and verifiable intention is.
Human Impact
The extent to which the project improves people's lives — practically, emotionally, or culturally. For concepts, the potential is evaluated; for market-ready products, the real or documented impact.
Formal & Material quality
The quality of form, proportions, and material choices. The object demonstrates mastery of design language — not just aesthetics, but coherence between form, material, and function.
Presentation quality
This includes the quality of visuals, the accuracy of project information, and the ability to communicate the design intent effectively. A well-presented project demonstrates that the designer understands the value of storytelling as part of the design process — not just what was designed, but why, how, and for whom.
Ready to enter?
Free to apply. Pay only if approved.
