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French Design Awards

About French Design Awards

Invigorating. Powerful. Stylish. Three words that define the pulse for the epicentre of world design. The same ethos encapsulates the spirit of the French Design Awards, a global celebration of architectural, interior, product and packaging design excellence that embodies these distinct qualities.

Join us in acknowledging the minds that are reimagining living spaces, breaking the moulds of varied products, and sculpting the architectural future. Embark on this journey into the exciting world of the French Design Awards today and celebrate the power of design to shape the world.

Entry Information

French Design Competition Entry Information

Register and submit with ease - French Design Awards brings a hassle-free experience, with user-friendly online processes exclusively designed just for you.

Deadlines & Fees

French Design Competition 2024 Deadlines & Fees

At the French Design Awards, we invite all designers to contribute, regardless of whether their designs are in-progress, finalised, or purely conceptual. Victors are selected based on a single entry, not a collective portfolio, thereby emphasising the importance of careful submission selection.

In an endeavour to promote financial accessibility, the French Design Awards has implemented a cost-effective entry system, while utilising a $30 annual administrative fee. This fee covers a wide array of expenses, including printing, mailing, and data management. Thus, every participant incurs the same economical fee, yielding greater value for those submitting multiple entries.

2024 S2
Entry Period
Early Bird
(21 Mar - 16 Apr 2024)
Regular
(17 Apr - 21 May 2024)
Final
(22 May - 25 Jun 2024)
Final Extension
(26 Jun - 23 Jul 2024)
Professional 1st
Entry
$199 $209 $229 $239
Additional
Entry
$199 $209 $229 $239
Additional
Category*
$139 $149 $169 $179
Results Announcement: 12 Sep 2024

* You may submit an entry into multiple categories at the same time. The first Category will be charged as per the original submission fee. Additional categories (2 or more) will be charged as such.

* Fees are non-refundable. Withdrawn entries (whether withdrawn by entrant, or by the French Design Awards for entrant's failure to comply with the entry rules) will NOT be refunded.

PROJECT DATE
Work submitted must have been created within the last 5 years.

Winner's Benefits

French Design Awards Winner's Benefits
Benefits / Winning Level Design of
The Year
Platinum
Winner
Gold
Winner
Silver
Winner
Maia Statuette YES / / /
Appearance on Winners Highlight Page YES / / /
Mentioned in Winner Press Release YES / / /
Mentioned in French Design Awards e-Newsletter YES YES / /
Mentioned in Media Partner Website : Muse.World YES YES / /
Dedicated Social Media Post YES YES / /
Winner’s Interview YES YES YES YES
Dedicated Winner’s Profile / Page YES YES YES YES
Eligible to Purchase Maia Statuette YES YES YES YES
Press Release Template YES YES YES YES
Winner Certificate YES YES YES YES
Winner Badge YES YES YES YES

Design of the year

French Design Awards - Design of the year

A hallmark of excellence representing the pinnacle of creativity and innovation in the world of design. As the highest scoring entry of each main category, this illustrious title is meant to celebrate the epitome of design ingenuity that truly sets the bar.

This year, every participant stands a chance to reach for this elevated recognition, making each entry not just a submission, but a potential beacon of unrivalled design prowess. Let your work speak volumes, and echo throughout the design industry.

Why French Design Awards

Why French Design Awards

Take part in the French Design Awards and position yourself on a global stage of design excellence. This prestigious platform provides an exceptional opportunity for both emerging and established designers to showcase their creativity, gain international recognition, and engage with a vibrant community of like-minded professionals.

Elevate your work, broaden your horizons, and contribute to the fascinating dialogue of interior, architectural, product and packaging design at the French Design Awards. Your journey towards design distinction begins here.

  1. Extensive Networking Opportunities

    Extensive Networking Opportunities

    Being a winner gains you access to an excellent networking platform to connect with other designers, industry experts, and potential clients from around the world.

  1. Global Industry Validation

    Extensive Networking Opportunities

    Winning at the French Design Awards validates your work and sets you apart in the highly competitive design industry.

  1. Uncovering of New Trends

    Extensive Networking Opportunities

    Winning grants great exposure to the latest design trends and insights, helping you to stay ahead of the curve.

  1. Multiple Approaches to Publicity

    Extensive Networking Opportunities

    Winning or even participating can result in significant media coverage, both locally and internationally, boosting your public image.

  1. Confidence Boost

    Extensive Networking Opportunities

    Taking part and presenting your work among the best designers in the world can be a great confidence boost and validation for you and your team’s efforts.

  1. • Brand Exposure

    Brand Exposure

    For design firms and individual designers, participating can dramatically increase brand exposure and visibility.

  1. Reputable Blind Judging

    Reputable Blind Judging

    The Grand Jury Panel of the French Design Awards includes well-known, respected figures from the design industry, providing a unique opportunity for your work to be evaluated by experts.

  1. Marketing & PR

    Marketing & PR

    Attract great attention for your excellent designs. We help to spread the word across whole design communities online.

  1. 5 Years of Recognition

    Extensive Networking Opportunities

    Winners will have their profiles displayed and promoted on the French Design Awards’ website for 5 years, adding another platform of promotion to their benefit.

  1. Interview with Winners

    Extensive Networking Opportunities

    All winners will get a chance to submit your interview and be featured on French Design Awards Media Partner website - Muse.World, an international blog for creative inspiration.

  1. Featured in Muse.World

    Featured in Muse.World

    Selected entries will be featured on French Design Awards Media Partner website - Muse.World, an international blog for creative inspiration.

  1. No “Acceptance” Fees

    No “Acceptance” Fees

    No "acceptance fees" for winners.

  1. Simple Online Submission Process

    Simple Online Submission Process

    Gain easy access to submit your astounding designs through a fully online entry process.

  1. Attract Collaborations & Partnerships

    Attract Collaborations & Partnerships

    Amplify the potential of your brands and designs in landing collaborations and/or partnerships through recognition of opportunities.

  1. Online Profile Display

    Attract Collaborations & Partnerships

    Have your product profile on display in the French Design Awards’ website, offering direct links to online platforms for an extended reach.