Red Dot Design Award

We look back on a colourful year 2024, marked by innovation, creativity and global cooperation. Designers from all over the world have once again shown how design can change people’s lives. 🚀 Highlights of this year were the Red Dot Galas in Essen, Singapore and Berlin, where we celebrated the commitment of creatives who, with their work, create design values while also offering solutions to pressing social hurdles. The publication of the 30th edition of the International Yearbook Brands & Communication Design made it clear that good design goes far beyond aesthetic design. In times of global crises, political tensions and ongoing uncertainty, design shapes our daily lives and contributes to solving international challenges: “In free societies, design always makes an important contribution to maintaining the quality of life,” says Professor Dr. Peter Zec, founder and CEO of Red Dot. Whether in communication design, product design or design concepts – our design community has once again proven that it not only reacts but also actively shapes the future. Dive into more insights in the Red Dot Annual Review 2024: https://lnkd.in/emQBcxhA What was your design highlight in 2024? Share your thoughts in the comments — we‘d love to hear from you! ✨

🔎 Discover contemporary European design in Xiamen The special exhibition “Contemporary European Design – Awarded by Red Dot” at the Red Dot Design Museum Xiamen (China) features around 190 award-winning products, representing 24 European countries. The exhibition offers a fascinating look at the diversity, innovation, and trends shaping European design today. It was successfully opened on 15 November 2024. 📍 Located in the Jimei district, Xiamen’s central business area, the museum reopened on 28 November 2023. It is the third Red Dot Design Museum worldwide, joining those in Essen and Singapore. 🗓️ The exhibition will be on display until May 2025—don't miss the opportunity to discover outstanding design from these companies and more: Andreu World, blomus GmbH, C. Josef Lamy GmbH, De'Longhi Group, DELSEY PARIS, Design Ballendat, Duravit AG, ELAN Group, Eschenbach Optik GmbH, Fiskars Group, Franke Home Solutions, KALDEWEI, Gardena GmbH, Helly Hansen, JACK WOLFSKIN, Kartell, Lexon Design, Logitech, Lumileds, Paola Lenti, Philips, Pilotfish, Porsche Lifestyle Group, Bosch Smart Home, ruwido austria gmbh, RZB Lighting, Samsonite, Sedus, Signify, Silhouette Group, STIEBEL ELTRON Gruppe, Swatch Group, Tupperware Belgium, UVEX SPORTS GmbH & Co.KG, Victorinox, Vorwerk Gruppe, Walter Knoll, Wever & Ducré, Wiha Werkzeuge, woom

💡 The Red Dot Award: Design Concept 2025 is now open for entries! The stage is set for groundbreaking ideas that shape the future of design! Whether you’re an established designer or a design student, we invite you to share your unique vision and submit your design concepts for a chance to win one of the prestigious distinctions awarded by an international jury of experts. Since 2005, the Red Dot Award: Design Concept has recognised innovative design concepts that pave the way for tomorrow’s extraordinary products. 🗓️ Registration is open until 30 April 2025 👉 Don’t miss your chance – register now: https://lnkd.in/eNcXigWv #RedDotAward #DesignConcept #CallForEntries #EnterNow Watch the highlights from this year’s award ceremony:

🚀 Calling all young designers! The Young Professionals Application Day is almost here! In just a few hours, you will have the chance to enter the draw for one of 50 free registration places for the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025. The selected talents will have their products assessed by the Red Dot Jury and, if awarded, will receive the Red Dot Winner Package Regular free of charge! 📅 Mark your calendars: Wednesday, 27 November 2024 Starting at 00:00 CET, the registration portal will open for 24 hours only! Don’t miss the chance to showcase your creativity and vision on a global stage 🌍 To the registration portal: https://lnkd.in/egcY8bJJ We wish all participants the best of luck in the draw! #RedDotAward #YoungProfessionalsApplicationDay #YoungDesigners

Minimalist design, maximum impact: Parisa Ebadat on sustainability in lighting 💡 Parisa Ebadat, winner of the Red Dot Young Professionals Application Day, exemplifies sustainable innovation with her Evig downlight. Inspired by circular economy principles, her minimalist design incorporates recycled materials and eliminates screws for easier assembly. Parisa highlights the importance of combining functionality with environmental responsibility, showcasing how thoughtful design can influence the lighting industry’s future. Her advice to aspiring designers? Embrace the process, stay confident in your vision, and always strive for improvement. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/e2U6NEGx 🌟 P.S.: This year’s Young Professionals Application Day is on 27 November 2024. Don’t miss the chance! #RedDotAward #ProductDesign #MinimalistDesign 

Elevating Daily Life: Marvin Kasper on the Art of Functional Design 🛠️ Marvin Kasper, a winner of the Red Dot Young Professionals Application Day, is redefining everyday products through simplicity and innovation. With designs like the Stummer Diener – R50, a multifunctional valet stand combining aesthetics with sustainability, Marvin’s approach invites natural interaction with intuitive forms. Collaborating with Connox for their Yunic label, he transformed a university project into a market-ready product, embracing the full process from concept to production. His future vision focuses on creating sustainable furniture and accessories that elevate daily life, inspired by cutting-edge materials and circular design principles. 👉 Learn more about Marvin’s journey and the opportunities for young creatives here: https://lnkd.in/ez98F84A 🌟 P.S.: This year’s Young Professionals Application Day is on 27 November 2024. Check it out! #RedDotAward #ProductDesign #YPAD #YoungDesigners #CircularDesign 

Designing for health: Revolutionising ear examinations with Oto by Joe Slatter 👂 Joe Slatter, winner of the Young Professionals Application Day, discusses his award-winning design Oto—an intelligent otoscope that integrates AI for more accurate ear examinations. The design focuses on ergonomics and ease of use, ensuring it aligns with medical professionals’ needs. Slatter shares how feedback from healthcare practitioners shaped Oto’s evolution and reflects on how the Red Dot Award has elevated his career, providing a global platform for emerging designers. 👉 Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ebNtpC4R P.S.: This year's Young Professionals Application Day is on 27 November 2024. Check it out! #RedDotAward #YPAD #ProductDesign 

Exploring Modern Desire Through Dante’s Lens: Chuantao Zhu’s “La Divina Commedia“ 📖 Young Chinese designer Chuantao Zhu reinterprets Dante’s Divine Comedy in his latest project, La Divina Commedia, to explore the complex nature of desire within today’s consumer-driven world. Inspired by the increasing focus on instant gratification, Zhu’s work uses Dante’s narrative to reveal the tension between fleeting desires and enduring values. Over 2,000 pages with more than 300 monochromatic illustrations, Zhu’s design is a reflection on balance, morality, and the transformative power of desire. Zhu’s innovative approach includes separate Chinese and English editions, each uniquely bound to reflect the distinctive character of each language. The choice of water-repellent, transparent paper adds to the tactile experience, while a miniature, pocket-sized version of the work enables readers to engage with its message anytime, anywhere. This thoughtful work embodies a modern aesthetic with timeless themes, demonstrating Zhu’s meticulous design sensibility and his deep reflection on desire, spirituality, and societal values. 🏆 Read more about this year’s Junior Prize winner: https://lnkd.in/eQkdtP95 👉 Check out his winners profile: https://lnkd.in/eUrSePQ7 #RedDotAward #CommunicationDesign #PrintDesign #JuniorPrize

Serviceplan Group’s Lifesaving Campaign Tackles the Opioid Crisis 💊 Serviceplan Group is known for its holistic approach to brand building and creative communications. This commitment was demonstrated through a campaign developed with US partner Raw Materials to address the US opioid crisis. The initiative features the hotline “855-How-to-Quit“, a critical resource providing access to counselling with those who have firsthand experience in addiction recovery. The campaign is designed to reach individuals at risk and guide them toward treatment. Since its launch, the hotline has received over 30,000 calls, helping 5,000 individuals connect to essential resources. With $2.3 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health, Serviceplan aims to establish the hotline as a long-term support system for people struggling with opioid addiction. 🏆 See the project in our Winners Section: https://lnkd.in/er66DMPY 👉 Check out their winners profile: https://lnkd.in/eT8yFjyc #RedDotAward #CommunicationDesign #HouseofCommunication 

💡 From Concept to Award: Karolína Jeřábková on navigating design challenges with Cupsle ☕ Karolína Jeřábková, winner of the Red Dot Young Professionals Application Day, discusses her path to designing Cupsle—a porcelain coffee maker that unites minimalism with functionality. Her Red Dot Award has bolstered her international recognition, though she highlights the importance of local media support. She advises emerging designers to embrace the creative process, navigate challenges, and pursue personal vision over corporate endorsement. For more insights, read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eYg3tSMM P.S.: This year‘s Young Professionals Application Day is on 27 November 2024. Check it out!