Time forges ahead, and design shapes the future. Having walked through 20 glorious years, IAI Design Award has always adhered to its original aspiration, rooted in the Asia-Pacific region and reaching globally, committed to discovering outstanding design forces, setting industry benchmarks, and promoting the innovative development of the design industry.

To commemorate this 20-year milestone, highlight the value of contemporary design, and further optimize the event honor system, the Council and Jury of IAI Design Award have officially decided:

The existing IAI Best Design Award, including its award settings, judging rules and competition standards, will remain unchanged.

On this basis, we launch the honor system upgrade for the IAI 20th Anniversary Special Season, and exclusively add four special honor awards, opening global nominations to the worldwide design community.

Four Exclusive Special Honor Awards (20th Anniversary Limited)

1.IAI 20th Anniversary Lifetime Achievement Award

Honoring senior design pioneers who have made outstanding and pioneering contributions to industrial development, academic research and talent cultivation for decades.

2. IAI 20th Anniversary Most Creative Award

Recognizing designers and teams with breakthrough innovations in design concepts, creative expression and technical applications.

3. IAI 20th Anniversary Timeless Model Work Award

Selecting classic design works that fit the spirit of the times, possess high artistic and practical value, and enjoy profound industry recognition.

4. IAI 20th Anniversary Design-Driven Innovation Award

Commending outstanding design practices that drive industrial upgrading and social value enhancement with design as the core force.

Nomination Application Channel

The global nomination channel is officially open!

Please visit the official website: https://www.iaidesignaward.com

Enter the [IAI 20th Anniversary Special Honor Nomination] page to complete your application.

These four special awards are exclusive to the 20th anniversary special season. We look forward to gathering global design elites to witness this glorious moment together!

IAI Design Award Organizing Committee

May 8, 2026