iF DESIGN AWARD:
A Global Challenge
iF Design was founded in 1953, and just one year later the globally recognized iF DESIGN AWARD was given for the first time as a symbol of outstanding design. The iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the most important and prestigious design awards in the world. Every year, several thousand designers, architects and companies from all over the world take part to have their design evaluated by independent design experts.
News and Resources
Awards
iF DESIGN AWARD 2025
Take the global stage with your design! Until 28 June you will profit from the reduced Early Bird rate!
Resources
iF Design Trend Report 2024
Brand new: The iF Design Trend Report 2024 is out now! Download free of charge until July 19.
Awards
iF DESIGN AWARD Metaverse
From 3-18 June, the gates of the new iF Metaverse will open again. Immerse yourself in the “Landmark of Design Excellence” and discover iF award-winning designs!
Resources
iF Design Foundation
The iF Design Foundation focuses on academic research and teaching in the context of design.
Awards
iF Social Impact Prize
The iF Social Impact Prize supports projects that improve our society.
Awards
iF Design Student Award
One of the most important design prizes for students from all over the world.
Magazine
Interviews
Starting your Career as a Lighting Designer
"Lighting designers truly create wonders," says shootingstar Anuj Gala. Read his seven steps to succeed in the business!
Interviews
How to design great Apps for Kids
We spoke with Lucas Zanotto, designer, illustrator, artist and director: about designing apps and creating UX for children.
Interviews
Graphic Designers abroad
The graphic designer, illustrator and educator who has lived in North and South America, Europe and Asia, about what it takes to make it in a foreign culture.
Interviews
"Function is the Starting Point of Our Design"
Munich based design studio Relvãokellermann is on a kind of track of success. Read how they describe their work!