iF DESIGN AWARD 2026

With around 11,000 submissions from almost 70 countries, the iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the largest and most prestigious design competitions in the world. Since 1954, the iF label has served as a reliable sign of excellent design for both consumers and the design community. An international jury of more than 130 independent design and sustainability experts presents the award in a transparent and fair jury process.

Registrations for the iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 are possible in nine different disciplines and 93 categories.

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Benefits of the iF DESIGN AWARD

Validation
For you, your team and your project. An award is the final confirmation of your excellent work and good design.

Differentiation
Benchmark yourself against your nearest competitor and get feedback from internationally renowned design experts.

PR Opportunities
Get attention for your excellent design. We spread the word among the design community, online and in print.

Product Protection
Protect your products by letting the design community know who did it first.

Open to the public/Minimum requirements (Open to anyone that complies with the requirements), More than one stage (Winners selected after at least two selection phases)

From international to local, from start-ups to famous brands, from designers to architects, from entry level to premium – if you produce or create products, projects or services you are welcome to take part in the iF DESIGN AWARD.

Entries must be less than two years old at the date of registration, or must be launched, published or realized in the award year. Future-oriented, concepts and studies whose implementation is not planned or expected can be entered to the discipline Concept.