Organizer 

International Design Center Berlin (IDZ) / IDZ Designpartner Berlin GmbH

Location 

Global

Deadline

May 15, 2026

Competition Category

Product: Market-ready products, services, experiential environments
Concept: Start-up ideas, prototypes, research projects
New Talent: Bachelor's and master's projects

Eligibility

Product/Concept: Companies, design consultancies, professional designers
New Talent: Students, graduates, schools (one project per participant)
Must include digital/electronic interfaces
Market launch/development start within 2 years

Entry Fee

New Talent: €70
Product/Concept submission: €320
Product/Concept nomination package: €2,250
Excluding VAT

Prizes/Awards

Recognition by international expert jury
Virtual exhibition: 450K+ annual views
UX community reach: 310K+ professionals
Global voting: 40K+ participants
Gold Award, UX Design Award, Public Choice Award, Special Mention

Core Introduction 

Founded in 2008, the UX Design Awards foster the impact of user experience on shaping our lives, products and services. Held twice yearly, the Awards present accomplished solutions across all industries worldwide. Nominated entries receive global PR campaigns; winners announced at virtual ceremony with long-term online exhibition.