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The Laureates of the A’ Design Award & Competition get fame, prestige, recognition, credibility, publicity and international awareness, in addition to a comprehensive and extensive winners’ kit which includes everything you could potentially need to celebrate the success of winning the A’ Design Award. Find out all the prize details, here. If you are interested in registering for next years award, you can do so, here. And you can learn more about the awards, here.
For the 2019 – 2020 design competition, there were 2087 Winners in 104 different design disciplines. Let’s have a look at a selection of the winners…
The Butterfly Hanger by Lu Li
The butterfly hanger got its name for its resemblance to the shape of a flying butterfly. It is minimal furniture that can be assembled in a convenient way due to the design of the different pieces.
Golden A’ Design Award Winner for Furniture, Decorative Items, and Homeware Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Lu Li
Nina & Beni Chair by Andres Marino Maza
The design of this chair was inspired by the efficient yet beautiful forms of wooden naval structures.
Golden A’ Design Award Winner for Furniture, Decorative Items, and Homeware Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Uxio da Vila
Cloud of Luster Wedding Chapel by Tetsuya Matsumoto
The design for Cloud of Luster was inspired by modern wedding ceremonies in Japan. These are all about the lightness, brightness, and the smooth transition towards happy future family life.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Architecture, Building, and Structure Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography ©Stirling Elmendorf
Solar Skywalks by Peter Kuczia
This eye-catching structure attracts the attention of passers-by and can be used to educate about sustainability.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Architecture, Building, and Structure Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Rendering: nomadd+
Hill Wind Hotel and Resort by Huafang Wang
The designer of this hotel and resort extracted the image of geometric clouds from an origami concept and extended the irregular shapes to create the shape of the building.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Architecture, Building, and Structure Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Song Ye and Xinghao Liu, Appearance.
Cloud Chair by Shota Urasaki
This is a cloud-like chair that gives the seated person a sense of floating, while the mirror-like stainless steel legs and pedestal express rain.
Golden A’ Design Award Winner for Furniture, Decorative Items, and Homeware Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Shota Urasaki
Poise Adjustable Table Lamp by Dabi Robert
A glowing circle that freely levitates around a line. By changing the position, POISE can have a dynamic or static appeal.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Lighting Products and Lighting Projects Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Dabi Robert
Guiyang Zhongshuge Bookstore by Xiang Li
The inspiration of Guiyang Zhongshuge comes from the natural landscape of Guizhou, geographical features, and original cultural elements.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Interior Space and Exhibition Design Category in 2019 winner – link
Photography by Shao Feng, Guiyang Zhongshuge.
Perception Cafe by Haejun Jung – Feelament
The attractive ceiling sculpture in this cafe is called “Shading tree”, and it starts from the preparation zone, and covers the customer area to create a unique atmosphere.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Interior Space and Exhibition Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography ©Feelament
Rotass Haute Joallerie Chongqing Store Store by Xiaobing Yao
This is a two-story commercial street structural shop renovation project, that features materials like gypsum board, steel plate mirror, and white steel pipe.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Interior Space and Exhibition Design Category in 2019 winner – find out more here
Photography by Qiang Dou
Superegg Sculpture by Jaco Roeloffs
The sculpture represents the rapid multiplying of single-use coffee capsules, which symbolizes human convenience and its impact on our environment.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Arts, Crafts, and Ready-Made Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Lexi Spooner
Catzz Cat Bed by Mirko Vujicic
The modular form of this modern cat bed enables personalization, reconfiguration, and easy maintenance.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Pet Supplies and Products for Animals Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Mirko Vujicic
Qwerty Elemental Handbags by Patrizia Donà
The Qwerty Elemental line features perfect everyday city pieces suitable for the daylong activities and the evening occasion.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Vanja Solin
Bubble Forest Public Sculpture by Mirek Struzik
“Bubble Forest” is a public sculpture made of acid-resistant stainless steel. The material has the property of reflecting both natural and artificial light. During the night, it’s illuminated with programmable RGB LED lamps.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Arts, Crafts, and Ready-Made Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Mirek Struzik
Snake Smart Furniture by Hello Wood
Hello Wood created a line of unconventional outdoor furniture with smart functions for public spaces. The City Snake is a modular structure; its elements are variable to fit the given site.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Street Furniture Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by MVM
Suggestions Tableware by Gemma Bernal for RAK Porcelain
This tableware collection is made of porcelain, and was created with a variety of different production technologies, like isostatic press and high pressure injection.
Silver A’ Design Award Winner for Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Gemma Bernal
Wonderland Landscape Installation by Sammy Liu – Golden Eagle
This permanent sculptural installation features a rainbow of colors, and is made from stainless steel pipes.
A’ Design Award Winner for Street Furniture Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Tim Cheng, I TAIWN LIFE, Creator Sammy Liu and LAAB Architects.
Poly Moonlight Bay Landscape And Garden by IAPA Pty. Ltd
The design of this garden is inspired by traditional Chinese gardens, however it has been reinterpreted into a more contemporary design language.
Silver A’ Design Award Winner for Landscape Planning and Garden Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by IAPA
River of Light by Hsu Fu Chu and G Design
The flowing river of light outdoor space was created using custom curved concrete forms that create space for lighting and plants.
Bronze A’ Design Award Winner for Landscape Planning and Garden Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Hsu Fu Chu
Source One Vodka Spirits and Alcohol by Aether NY, LLC
Inspired by the stunning and intricate greenhouse architectural elements, the glass structure consists of offset panels that create an endless spiraling illusion when turned.
Platinum A’ Design Award Winner for Packaging Design Category in 2019 – find out more here
Photography by Aether NY, LLC
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