iF DESIGN AWARD:
A Global Challenge
iF Design was founded in 1953, and just one year later the globally recognized iF DESIGN AWARD was given for the first time as a symbol of outstanding design. The iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the most important and prestigious design awards in the world. Every year, several thousand designers, architects and companies from all over the world take part to have their design evaluated by independent design experts.
News and Resources
Awards
Jury Panel 2025 complete!
At the iF DESIGN AWARD 2025, 131 renowned designers from 23 nations will decide about the best designs of the world.
Awards
iF DESIGN AWARD 2025
The Online Preselection has been successfully concluded. Next step: The Final Jury in Hamburg from 18 to 20 February 2025!
Resources
iF Design Trend Report 2024
What is the role of design in shaping our future? The iF Design Trend Report shows you!
Resources
iF Design Foundation
The iF Design Foundation focuses on academic research and teaching in the context of design.
Awards
iF Social Impact Prize
The iF Social Impact Prize supports projects that improve our society.
Awards
iF Design Student Award
One of the most important design prizes for students from all over the world.
Magazine
Editorial
Green by Design
How to prioritize sustainability as a designer? Three simple steps for beginners.
Interviews
Robotics and AI in medical design
"Designing for both patient and the surgeon is the challenge and the art."
Editorial
AI and Design with Andrés Reisinger
A reality check with the viral artist and his digital take overs.
Editorial
Architecture vs. Bad Mood
The power of joy-lifting design: How architecture affects our well-being.