In the dynamic landscape of 2024, where global attention converges on sustainable well-being and the seamless integration of cutting-edge AI technology, the 2024 Kyoto Global Design Awards (KGDA) extends an invitation to imaginative designers and inventors worldwide. This year’s focal point is the harmonious marriage of aesthetics and sustainability, urging creators to forge captivating, eco-conscious, and socially impactful masterpiece elevations.
The annual Kyoto Global Design Awards, meticulously curated by international experts and design associations, serves as a world recognizing exceptional designs globally. This all-encompassing platform warmly embraces designers of all genders, nationalities, and ages, offering a place where their creations can take centre stage.
Beyond the allure of accolades, the KGDA aspires to catalyse a more profound impact – guiding the public in reshaping their relationship with the environment through the aesthetic visions of designers, and fostering meaningful change. Let design become the transformative force that shapes a sustainable future, seamlessly merging beauty and responsibility on the global stage.
As a prestigious global design accolade, KGDA acknowledges design companies and designers demonstrating potential, leading industry trends, and crafting innovative designs. It is the highest honour for designers and companies to spotlight their most outstanding works/projects through a rigorous judging process, introducing their exceptional designs to the world. Winning the Kyoto Global Design Award is a pinnacle achievement that can propel winners into international design Hall of Fame recognition.
Participants in the Kyoto Global Design Awards 2024 choose from seven available categories – Real Estate, Environment, Restaurants/Hotels/Bars, Trends (Fashion), Visual, Industry, and Theory – and submit their work/project.
The Kyoto Global Design Award is founded on the belief that awardees serve as exemplar models, demonstrating that sustainable design can seamlessly integrate functionality and beauty. Their work not only inspires the design industry, but also resonates with society at large. Winning this accolade is more than just recognition; it is an honour that empowers recipients to expand their business and creative influence. The meticulous evaluation of their endeavours aims to inspire a broader community of designers to adopt sustainable and socially responsible practices. The ultimate goal is to foster a collective commitment that contributes to a better and more sustainable future for all.
Registration | Now to August
Jury Screening | September
Winner Announcement | October
Application Fee
€80 to €650/per project (Student/ADP member/General)
Find out more here.