{"id":15236,"date":"2025-10-13T18:30:36","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T11:30:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cstc.vn\/blogtsk\/a-design-award-and-competition-2026-sparks-joy-with-playful-industrial-design-winners\/"},"modified":"2025-10-13T18:30:36","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T11:30:36","slug":"a-design-award-and-competition-2026-sparks-joy-with-playful-industrial-design-winners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cstc.vn\/blogtsk\/a-design-award-and-competition-2026-sparks-joy-with-playful-industrial-design-winners\/","title":{"rendered":"A\u2019 design award and competition 2026 sparks joy with playful industrial design winners"},"content":{"rendered":"

industrial design takes the a\u2019 design award 2026 spotlight<\/h2>\n

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The internationally acclaimed A\u2019 Design Award and Competition<\/strong><\/a> extends its open call for submissions, inviting creatives to present their most compelling works for the upcoming judging period. The award celebrates and promotes exceptional designs across all disciplines, with a core mission to foster worldwide appreciation for innovation. The submission deadline for 2026 is February 28, with winners announced on May 1st. Among the competition\u2019s most vibrant categories is Good Industrial Design, which celebrates objects that marry utility with aesthetic charm. A curated selection of past laureates proves that industrial design should be more than just functional; it should be joyful. These winning pieces, from playful lighting<\/strong><\/a> to fun homeware and clever toys<\/strong><\/a>, showcase the transformative power of design that sparks a smile.<\/p>\n

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Designers are encouraged to submit their own visionary creations that push creative boundaries and contribute to the evolution of the home here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Nostalx Speaker by Yuqing Xiao, Menghai Xia and Siyu Zang<\/p>\n

image credit: Yuqing Xiao<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Nostalx<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Yuqing Xiao, Siyu Zang, Menghai Xia, Weijing Zhao, Qijun Nie<\/p>\n

category:<\/strong> Digital and Electronic Device Design<\/p>\n

award: <\/strong>Bronze<\/p>\n

year: <\/strong>2025<\/p>\n

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OVER 150 CATEGORIES are open to submissions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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The Award\u2019s<\/strong><\/a> Good Industrial Design super category is a testament to the idea that our daily objects deserve thoughtful, inspiring design. This focus allows for the recognition of products that bring delight into the domestic sphere, making life easier and more enjoyable. Beyond these product-focused categories, the A\u2019 Design Award is open to submissions from across a wide spectrum of creative fields. Winning entries are celebrated across disciplines from architecture and fashion to communication design. Further categories are available here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

U Table Lamp by Monica Pinto de Almeida<\/p>\n

image credit: Tiago Costa<\/p>\n

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name: <\/strong>U Lamp<\/a><\/p>\n

designer:<\/strong> Monica Pinto de Almeida<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Lighting Products and Fixtures Design<\/p>\n

award: <\/strong>Silver<\/p>\n

year: <\/strong>2023<\/p>\n

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the perks of winning the a\u2019 design award 2026<\/h2>\n

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Winning the A\u2019 Design Award offers more than just recognition, it provides a substantial boost to a designer\u2019s career and brand visibility. Laureates gain unparalleled exposure through international exhibitions of their work, features in leading design publications, and inclusion in an exclusive yearbook. Winners are also invited to high-profile networking events like the award gala-night.<\/p>\n

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The extensive A\u2019 Design Prize<\/strong><\/a> also encompasses inclusion in the prestigious World Design Rankings<\/strong><\/a>, project translations into over 100 languages, and widespread PR services. Each submission is meticulously reviewed by a distinguished Grand Jury Panel, composed of over 300 esteemed professionals, academics, and industry experts, ensuring that only the most innovative and impactful designs are recognized for their excellence and capacity to inject joy into the world.<\/p>\n

Color Roller Furniture Set by Chuheng He<\/p>\n

image credit: Chuheng He<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Color Roller<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Chuheng He<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Furniture Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Gold<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2025<\/p>\n

Hug Me Sitting by Zipeng Zhou<\/p>\n

image credit: Zipeng Zhou<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Hug Me<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Zipeng Zhou<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Furniture Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Gold<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2025<\/p>\n

Altocumulus Light Lamp by Jun Wang<\/p>\n

image credit: Jun Wang<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Altocumulus Light<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Zhenghua Hu, Yuxi Mao, Jiangyang Zhao, Xin Wang and Yang Yang<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Lighting Products and Fixtures Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Bronze<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2023<\/p>\n

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Honey Drop Lighting by Akira Nakagomi<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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image credit: Takanori Urata<\/p>\n

name:<\/strong> Honey Drop<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Akira Nakagomi<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Lighting Products and Fixtures Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Platinum<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2023<\/p>\n

PIXIO Magnetic Construction Set by Ivan Khalus and Oleh Berezovskyi<\/p>\n

image credit: PIXIO<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> PIXIO<\/a><\/p>\n

designers:<\/strong> Ivan Khalus and Oleh Berezovskyi<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Toys, Games and Hobby Products Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Platinum<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2018<\/p>\n

Inside Out Toy Furniture by Nao Fujimura<\/p>\n

image credit: Nao Fujimura<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Inside Out<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Nao Fujimura<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Baby, Kids\u2019 and Children\u2019s Products Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Bronze<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2025<\/p>\n

Una Corda Piano Acoustic Piano by Davids Klavins<\/p>\n

image credit: Davids Klavins<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Una Corda Piano<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Davids Klavins<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Musical Instruments Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Silver<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2021<\/p>\n

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Eureka Lounge Chair by Beijing Yeak Tech Co. Ltd.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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image credit: Beijing Yeak Tech Co. Ltd.<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Eureka<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Huile Yi and Zulong Liu<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Furniture Design<\/p>\n

award: <\/strong>Platinum<\/p>\n

year: <\/strong>2023<\/p>\n

Dudo Synthetic Music Enlightenment Toys by Hsin Chen Lin and Zi Yun Hsu<\/p>\n

image credit: Hsin Chen Lin and Zi Yun Hsu<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Dudo<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Hsin Chen Lin and Zi Yun Hsu<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Toys, Games and Hobby Products Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Silver<\/p>\n

year: <\/strong>2023<\/p>\n

Scacco Matto Portable Lamp by Francesco Cappuccio<\/p>\n

image credit: Francesco Cappuccio<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Scacco Matto<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Francesco Cappuccio<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Lighting Products and Fixtures Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Silver<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2023<\/p>\n

Musipple Music Player by Ziqiang He, Hao Zhang and Yunan Lin<\/p>\n

image credit: Ziqiang He<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Amplification of Sensation<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Ziqiang He, Hao Zhang, Yunan Lin, Sihong Chen and Yue Gao<\/p>\n

category:<\/strong> Audio and Sound Equipment Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Bronze<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2024<\/p>\n

Twiny Multifunctional Sofa by Yu Ren<\/p>\n

image credit: Yu Ren<\/p>\n

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name: <\/strong>Twiny<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Yu Ren and Nurettin Badur<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Furniture Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Silver<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2025<\/p>\n

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Fan Control Terminal by Hdl Automation Co., Ltd.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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image credit:Hdl Automation Co., Ltd.<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Fan<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Jin Huang, Wenbin Chen, Daying Gao, Dongchang Li, Xiujuan Chen, Yang Liu<\/p>\n

category:<\/strong> Digital and Electronic Device Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Bronze<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2025<\/p>\n

Coral Scratcher Pet Toy by Hangzhou Owls Technology Co., Ltd.<\/p>\n

image credit: Hangzhou Owls Technology Co., Ltd.<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Coral Scratcher<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Jianjun Le and Yanlin Zhu<\/p>\n

category:<\/strong> Pet Care, Toys, Supplies and Products for Animals Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Silver<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2025<\/p>\n

Imaginator Imagination Game Cards by Neringa Orlenok<\/p>\n

image credit: Karolis Mila\u0161evi\u010dius<\/p>\n

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name: <\/strong>Imaginator<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Neringa Orlenok<\/p>\n

category: <\/strong>Toys, Games and Hobby Products Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Silver<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2022<\/p>\n

Mila 3D Printed Vase by Industrial Design College of LAFA<\/p>\n

image credit: Du Heli, Li Yuankai and Xue Bomu<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Mila<\/a><\/p>\n

designers: <\/strong>Du Heli, Li Yuankai and Xue Bomu<\/p>\n

category:<\/strong> 3D Printed Forms and Products Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Silver<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2023<\/p>\n

Wobbleshroom Ankle Rehabilitative Product by Minkyu Seo<\/p>\n

image credit: Minkyu Seo<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Wobbleshroom<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Minkyu Seo<\/p>\n

category:<\/strong> Sporting Goods, Fitness and Recreation Equipment Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Bronze<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2022<\/p>\n

Cobble Bluetooth Speaker by Eric Wu<\/p>\n

image credit: Eric Wu<\/p>\n

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name:<\/strong> Cobble<\/a><\/p>\n

designer: <\/strong>Eric Wu<\/p>\n

category:<\/strong> Digital and Electronic Device Design<\/p>\n

award:<\/strong> Iron<\/p>\n

year:<\/strong> 2025<\/p>\n

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See more award-winning design here<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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