The A' Design Prize
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. The A' Design Award Winners' Kit is called the "A' Design Prize" and it includes the 3D Printed Metal A' Design Award trophy in Black Luxury Box, the annual yearbook which is available in both digital and hardcopy versions (winners get both), printed design excellence certificate in metal frame, award winners manual which helps you get more out of your award status, free gala-night invitation to the award ceremony, free participation and space allocation in the winners' exhibition (both online gallery inclusions as well as physical exhibition in Italy), invitation to Designer.org and Designers.org communities, free sales listing at SaloneDelDesigner, free utilization of DesignMediator services, inclusion in BuySellDesign Network, proof of creation service, free subscription to listof.net, free listing at DesignMegaStore, access to Design Business Calculator, guaranteed publication through IDNN and DXGN Networks to 100+ magazines including Design Interviews & DM Design Magazine, press release preparation and distribution through DesignPRWire, publicity and visibility through DesignMedia communications, feedbacks, judging and evaluation of entries by a respected jury panel, lifelong licensing of the award winners logo, A2 poster design and printing for exhibition, and many others such as inclusion in the World Design Rankings, and translation of award winning works to 108+ languages as well as international PR Services.
A' Design Award Winners Receive:
A' Design Award offers four distinct entry methods: Pro-Edition, Digital-Edition, Vision-Edition, and Classic-Edition. Each method is tailored to meet specific goals and priorities of participants, from gaining prestige and global exposure to practical accessibility. Based on their Entry-Types, esteemed A' Design Award Winners Receive the following benefits:
Good to Know :
For a better understanding of which benefit is included in which entry edition as well as detailed notes on Winner Fees for Classic-Edition, please visition the Winner Fees page and also explore our No Further Fees policy that applies to Pro-Edition entry.
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Entry Type
P
Pro-Edition
Professional Entry
A one-stop, all-inclusive solution for designers and brands aiming for maximum prestige, exposure, and tangible acknowledgment of their achievements.
D
Digital-Edition
Digital Entry
A cost-effective, digital-first pathway to global design recognition tailored for modern business needs.
V
Vision-Edition
Smart Entry
A customizable, low-commitment entry pathway for cost-conscious and strategic designers.
C
Classic-Edition
Industry Standard Entry
A familiar, industry-standard entry model for participants seeking to minimize upfront costs.
Multi-Modal Entry Architecture
The core value of A’ Design Award’s participation methods and preliminary scoring system is providing designers and brands with a clear, accessible, and impactful path to global recognition. By catering to various financial capacities, strategic priorities, and growth stages, A' Design Award empowers participants to amplify their creative achievements while maintaining control over their resources and trajectory.
The A’ Design Award offers four distinct pathways and a free preliminary score system, each tailored to meet different priorities and budgets. Whether you are a startup seeking affordable recognition, a professional aiming for global prestige, or a designer seeking control over your investments, A’ Design Award empowers you to amplify your achievements, enhance your brand, and secure your legacy in the global design community. Each entry method unlocks unique opportunities for visibility, growth, and professional excellence, while the Preliminary Scoring System ensures fairness, transparency, and actionable guidance.
The A' Design Prize is one of the world's most comprehensive design award packages, containing an extensive array of PR, publicity, and marketing services to celebrate and promote design excellence. The distribution of this prize varies based on entry method: - For Pro-Edition laureates: The complete A' Design Prize, including all physical and digital components, is provided entirely free with no winner fees or additional costs. This comprehensive package includes the trophy, yearbook, exhibition opportunities, gala-night invitation, certificates, and extensive PR services. - For Digital-Edition laureates: Only the digital components of the A' Design Prize are provided, again completely free with no winner fees. This includes digital certificates, online promotion, and digital PR services. - For Vision-Edition laureates: Basic recognition is provided, and additional prize components can be requested on-demand. While there are no mandatory winner fees, specific services and benefits must be purchased separately if desired. - For Classic-Edition (Industry Standard) laureates: The prize package is not automatically provided unless winner fees are paid. These laureates must cover additional costs to access the benefits and services included in the A' Design Prize. This transparent, tiered system ensures that each participant clearly understands what benefits they'll receive based on their chosen entry method, maintaining both accessibility and value in the awards program.