Better Design Award (BDA) 2026

Better Design Award (BDA) 2026

BDA is an international design competition now in its second edition. This award, promoted by the Shenzhen Industrial Design Profession Association, recognizes projects and companies that showcase design excellence and innovation on a global scale.

BDA focuses on three main key areas: empowering industrial change, creating a better life, and leading future development. This year, a new fourth category focusing on AI and Robotics has also been introduced.

This opportunity offers global exposure, professional network expansion, and the chance to compete for many substantial cash prizes!

Award Timeline 

Upload phase: 08 October 2026 – 12 December 2026, 24:00 Beijing Time

Award pool

4,100,000 CNY (approximately 545,900 Euro)

Eligibility Criteria

Companies, design agencies, designers and colleges, individuals or teams from

any country and region in the world are eligible to participate.

For more info: https://bit.ly/BDAAward

Award pool

4,100,000 CNY (approximately 545,900 Euro)

Companies, design agencies, designers and colleges, individuals or teams from

any country and region in the world are eligible to participate.