Seoul Design Award

Seoul Design Foundation is the organizing body behind the Seoul Design Award. It is a government-affiliated organization in South Korea dedicated to enhancing the role of design in improving quality of life and supporting innovation on a global scale. The foundation works to develop the design industry by organizing exhibitions, international competitions, and educational programs. It also manages major design hubs such as Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP). Through its initiatives, the foundation aims to empower designers to create sustainable solutions for social and environmental challenges—making it a key platform that connects creativity with real-world impact.