Call for entries: submit for the 4th Edition of the SIT Furniture Design Award

With a worldwide presence and a commitment to celebrating innovation and creativity, SIT Furniture Design Award welcomes designers from across the globe to share their remarkable creations.

The international platform is dedicated to celebrating excellence in furniture design and Interior Design, and it presents an extraordinary opportunity for furniture makers, interior designers, brands, manufacturers, emerging talents, and visionaries to be recognized, celebrated, and promoted.

The SIT Furniture Design Award holds a global reach and a strong mission to honor those who enrich our daily lives with their visionary creations. With a focus on the concept of “Seat and Beyond,” this award recognizes and celebrates the strategic thinking, imagination, and creativity that go into crafting exceptional furniture pieces.

It encourages designers to push the boundaries of design and explore new frontiers, setting the stage for global recognition and appreciation of exceptional talent. Don’t miss this chance to be part of this esteemed celebration of design brilliance.

“Awarding excellence in both furniture and interior design, we are thrilled to announce the upcoming edition of SIT Furniture Design Award,” expressed Astrid Hebert, co-founder of the platform. “Last year, we received an overwhelming response with over 400 submissions from brilliant designers around the world. In this edition, we are particularly excited to reward a sustainable approach to design. We strongly believe in the power of design to create positive change, and we invite designers to showcase their innovative solutions that promote sustainability, eco-consciousness, and a harmonious balance between aesthetics and environmental responsibility.“

The SIT Furniture Design Award takes pride in its distinguished jury panel, that includes:

• Michele Blasilli, Senior Lead Designer at Swarovski
• Rozina Spinnoy, Managing Director of Belgium Design Council
• Steven Yeung, Founder of Kar
• Lilian González-González, Industrial Design Academic Coordinator at Anáhuac University of México and Board Member at World Design Organization
• Meghan Preiss, Manager of CX Design Integration at Delta Airlines and Board Member of World Design Organization
• and Barend Slabbert, Programme Leader Interior Design at the University of Derby

Their expertise and discerning eye are instrumental in evaluating and recognizing outstanding entries in various furniture and interior design categories, contributing to the celebration of exceptional talent in the industry.

The SIT Furniture Design Award extends its invitation to designers and emerging talents from all corners of the world to participate in this global competition. Whether showcasing conceptual designs, works in progress, or completed projects, the award warmly welcomes professionals and students alike to exhibit their vision and craftsmanship.

For those eager to seize this exciting opportunity, there’s an early bird deadline of July 31st, 2023, offering a 15% discount on submissions. This makes it the perfect chance for designers to present their remarkable creations at reduced costs. The award embraces a diverse range of design expressions, from seating and lighting to tables, homeware, and outdoor furniture.

For further information on the submission process, evaluation criteria, and essential dates, visit the SIT Furniture Design Award official website.