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Hong Kong Arts and Sustainable Design Association
International
Sustainable
Design Awards
2026
Your designs
can shape a better future.
The International Sustainable Design Awards 2026 (ISDA 2026) is opening now, and we warmly invite you to be part of this global movement.
5M+
Global Media Exposure
Millions of global impressions across diverse channels, featuring winners’ showcases and dedicated promotion through the Winners’ Special.
13+
Distinguished Jury Members
A panel of recognised design leaders and industry experts, ensuring fair and professional evaluation across all design specialisations.
50+
International Partners
Including professional associations, academic institutions, and sustainability advocates, expanding international visibility through cross-regional collaborations and high-profile coverage.
23+
Countries and Regions
Submissions from Argentina, Australia, China, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, the Netherlands, the Philippines, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Thailand, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United States, Vietnam, Zambia, and more.
The International Sustainable Design Awards 2026 (ISDA) is a global platform closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), recognising design excellence that integrates innovation, sustainability values, and positive social impact. Open to individuals, teams, and organisations worldwide across diverse nationalities, genders, and age groups, ISDA promotes a fair and inclusive evaluation and encourages forward-thinking solutions that respond to environmental and community needs.
Building on the success of previous editions, and supported by over 50 international professional organisations and institutions, ISDA has attracted nearly one thousand submissions from over 23 countries and regions, fostering a truly global design community. Entries are evaluated by an international panel of renowned judges across six design specialisations through a rigorous and transparent process, based on four core criteria: Creativity, Sustainability, Aesthetics, and Impact.
Outstanding works will receive official ISDA recognition and global promotion opportunities, including multi-platform exposure reaching millions, features in the ISDA Winners’ Special ePublication (with ISBN), dedicated advertising pages, and inclusion in the ISDA Winners’ Digital Gallery. Recognised designers and teams will also be invited to share their winning stories and brand highlights at ISDA’s annual Awards Ceremony, engaging an international audience of design leaders, brand representatives, and potential partners. To further strengthen global engagement and cross-border collaboration, winners will also gain access to the online Business Networking & Matching Session, a digital exchange platform designed to connect international winners across time zones and enable them to explore partnership opportunities beyond borders.
About
Awards
Global Grand Award, Global Excellence Award,
Judges' Commendation Award, Innovative Creativity Award,
Sustainability Leadership Award, Aesthetic Visionary Award, Impact Catalyst Award
7
7
Awards
Global Grand Award,
Global Excellence Award,
Judges' Commendation Award,
Innovative Creativity Award,
Sustainability Leadership Award,
Aesthetic Visionary Award,
Impact Catalyst Award
5M+
Global Media Exposure
Millions of global impressions across diverse channels, featuring winners’ showcases and dedicated promotion through the Winners’ Special.
50+
International Partners
Including professional associations, academic institutions, and sustainability advocates, expanding international visibility through cross-regional collaborations and high-profile coverage.
23+
Countries and Regions
Submissions from Argentina, Australia, China, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, the Netherlands, the Philippines, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Thailand, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United States, Vietnam, Zambia, and more.
The International Sustainable Design Awards 2026 (ISDA) is a global platform closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), recognising design excellence that integrates innovation, sustainability values, and positive social impact. Open to individuals, teams, and organisations worldwide across diverse nationalities, genders, and age groups, ISDA promotes a fair and inclusive evaluation and encourages forward-thinking solutions that respond to environmental and community needs.
Building on the success of previous editions, and supported by over 50 international professional organisations and institutions, ISDA has attracted nearly one thousand submissions from over 23 countries and regions, fostering a truly global design community. Entries are evaluated by an international panel of renowned judges across six design specialisations through a rigorous and transparent process, based on four core criteria: Creativity, Sustainability, Aesthetics, and Impact.
Outstanding works will receive official ISDA recognition and global promotion opportunities, including multi-platform exposure reaching millions, features in the ISDA Winners’ Special ePublication (with ISBN), dedicated advertising pages, and inclusion in the ISDA Winners’ Digital Gallery. Recognised designers and teams will also be invited to share their winning stories and brand highlights at ISDA’s annual Awards Ceremony, engaging an international audience of design leaders, brand representatives, and potential partners. To further strengthen global engagement and cross-border collaboration, winners will also gain access to the online Business Networking & Matching Session, a digital exchange platform designed to connect international winners across time zones and enable them to explore partnership opportunities beyond borders.
About
13+
Distinguished Jury Members
A panel of recognised design leaders and industry experts, ensuring fair and professional evaluation across all design specialisations.
SPECIALISATIONS
Architectural and Interior Conceptual Design
Bath and Kitchen
Commercial Architecture
Commercial Interiors
Cultural and Educational Facilities
Green Roof and Vertical Gardens
Healthcare Architecture
Healthcare Interiors
Mixed Use Architecture
Public and Community Spaces
Residential Architecture
Residential Interiors
Stage Design
Urban and Landscape Architecture
Wall, Floor and Ceiling
Others
-
Brand Conceptual Design
-
Beauty and Personal Care
-
Building Materials
-
Consultancy Services Agencies
-
Design and Arts
-
Education and Careers
-
Emerging Technologies
-
Fashion and Accessories
-
Financial Services and Wealth Management
-
Food and Beverage
-
Gifts, Household and Electronic Products
-
Intellectual Property
-
Logistics, Transportation and Tourism
-
Medical and Wellness
-
Property Developer and Management
-
Toys and Games
-
Others
-
3D Modelling
Animation
Apps
Augmented Reality (AR)
Digital Conceptual Design
Game Design
Interactive Media
Motion Graphics
Music Video
Short Video
Software
User Experience (UX)
User Interface (UI)
Virtual Reality (VR)
Website Design
Others
-
Accessories Design (Handbags, Hats, etc.)
-
Avant-garde / Experimental Fashion
-
Bridal & Evening Wear
-
Children’s Wear
-
Commercial / Ready-to-Wear
-
Costume Design
-
Cultural & Heritage Fashion
-
Footwear Design
-
Knitwear Design
-
Lingerie & Swimwear
-
Menswear
-
Pet Fashion / Pet Apparel
-
Sportswear & Activewear
-
Sustainable Fashion
-
Virtual Fashion / Digital Garments
-
Womenswear
-
Others
-
A.I. & Mechanical Equipment
Automotive Design
Consumer Electronics
Fashion and Textile
Furniture
Household Accessories
Jewellery Design
Kitchens and Kitchen Furniture
Lighting
Lifestyle Product
Product Conceptual Design
Sports Equipment Design
Stationery
Tools
Toys and Educational Products
Others
-
Advertisement
-
Book Cover Design
-
Character Design
-
Comics
-
Data Visualisation
-
Infographics
-
Illustration
-
Logo Design
-
Packaging
-
Photography
-
Posters
-
Publications
-
Typography
-
Visual Communication Conceptual Design
-
Visual Identity
-
Others
-
KEY DATES
28 February 2026
13 April 2026
May 2026
October 2026
Until 2027
/ Early Bird Ends
/ Call for Entries Ends
/ Judging
/ Awards Ceremony
/ Winners' Promotion
SPECIALISATIONS
-
Architectural and Interior Conceptual Design
-
Bath and Kitchen
-
Commercial Architecture
-
Commercial Interiors
-
Cultural and Educational Facilities
-
Green Roof and Vertical Gardens
-
Healthcare Architecture
-
Healthcare Interiors
-
Mixed Use Architecture
-
Public and Community Spaces
-
Residential Architecture
-
Residential Interiors
-
Stage Design
-
Urban and Landscape Architecture
-
Wall, Floor and Ceiling
-
Others
-
-
Brand Conceptual Design
-
Beauty and Personal Care
-
Building Materials
-
Consultancy Services Agencies
-
Design and Arts
-
Education and Careers
-
Emerging Technologies
-
Fashion and Accessories
-
Financial Services and Wealth Management
-
Food and Beverage
-
Gifts, Household and Electronic Products
-
Intellectual Property
-
Logistics, Transportation and Tourism
-
Medical and Wellness
-
Property Developer and Management
-
Toys and Games
-
Others
-
-
3D Modelling
-
Animation
-
Apps
-
Augmented Reality (AR)
-
Digital Conceptual Design
-
Game Design
-
Interactive Media
-
Motion Graphics
-
Music Video
-
Short Video
-
Software
-
User Experience (UX)
-
User Interface (UI)
-
Virtual Reality (VR)
-
Website Design
-
Others
-
-
Accessories Design (Handbags, Hats, etc.)
-
Avant-garde / Experimental Fashion
-
Bridal & Evening Wear
-
Children’s Wear
-
Commercial / Ready-to-Wear
-
Costume Design
-
Cultural & Heritage Fashion
-
Footwear Design
-
Knitwear Design
-
Lingerie & Swimwear
-
Menswear
-
Pet Fashion / Pet Apparel
-
Sportswear & Activewear
-
Sustainable Fashion
-
Virtual Fashion / Digital Garments
-
Womenswear
-
Others
-
-
A.I. & Mechanical Equipment
-
Automotive Design
-
Consumer Electronics
-
Fashion and Textile
-
Furniture
-
Household Accessories
-
Jewellery Design
-
Kitchens and Kitchen Furniture
-
Lighting
-
Lifestyle Product
-
Product Conceptual Design
-
Sports Equipment Design
-
Stationery
-
Tools
-
Toys and Educational Products
-
Others
-
-
Advertisement
-
Book Cover Design
-
Character Design
-
Comics
-
Data Visualisation
-
Infographics
-
Illustration
-
Logo Design
-
Packaging
-
Photography
-
Posters
-
Publications
-
Typography
-
Visual Communication Conceptual Design
-
Visual Identity
-
Others
-
KEY DATES
28 Feb 2026
/ Early Bird Ends
13 Apr 2026
/ Call for Entries Ends
May 2026
/ Judging
Oct 2026
/ Awards Ceremony
/ Winners’ Promotion
Until 2027
WORLDWIDE
ESTEEMED
JUDGES
An international jury network of distinguished design leaders across ISDA editions, evaluating ISDA submissions based on the following criteria:
30% Creativity
30% Sustainability
20% Aesthetics
20% Impact
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility
The International Sustainable Design Awards 2026 welcomes submissions from individuals, teams, students, and organisations, without a limit on the number of entries per entrant. Submissions may include completed works, as well as works in progress for the Conceptual Design, provided that the projects were created within the last ten years prior to the official call for entries deadline.
Submission Procedure
All entries must be submitted online through the official International Sustainable Design Awards 2026 submission platform (https://awards.judgify.me/ISDA2026). Entrants must complete all required fields in the submission form and provide accurate information.
Submission Format
All materials must be submitted digitally through the designated online platform in the specified file formats, including PDF, JPEG, or other formats indicated on the submission platform. Entrants must ensure that all files comply with the platform's size limitations and technical requirements.
Deadline
All submissions must be completed on or before 13 Apr 2026 by 11:59 PM (HKT, GMT+8). Late submissions will NOT be considered.
Important Guidelines
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Submissions must NOT display any entrant's name, logo, or identifying information.
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All entry materials must be submitted in English.
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Incomplete submissions will NOT be considered.
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Entrants are strongly advised to review and comply with the official Terms & Conditions before submission.
Winners’ Privileges
International Recognition
Distinguished Winners’ Label
Gain international recognition with the official ISDA Winners’ Label, affirming your achievement in sustainable design and representing professional excellence and global credibility across creative, industry, and institutional spheres worldwide.
Prestigious
Award Trophy
Celebrate outstanding achievement with a distinguished ISDA trophy honouring creative excellence, sustainability commitment, and professional impact, representing a lasting symbol of enduring international distinction.
Dual Excellence Certification
Receive both physical and digital certificates formally acknowledging your excellence in sustainability and design innovation, suitable for professional presentation, portfolios, and official use across international platforms.
HKASD Biennial Membership
Enjoy a two-year HKASD membership connecting winners with industry resources, professional networks, and sustainability-focused initiatives within an international design community. Learn more: https://www.hkasd.org
Celebrated Awards Ceremony
ISDA 2026 Awards Ceremony
and Winners’ Recognition
Celebrate your achievement at the ISDA 2026 Awards Ceremony, where winners are formally recognised on stage through official award presentations and testimonial moments. Selected winners are invited to share project stories and brand highlights with industry professionals and potential partners in attendance.
VIP Cocktail Reception and Networking
Engage with global winners, design professionals, brand leaders, and industry representatives at the VIP Cocktail Reception. This pre-ceremony gathering provides a welcoming setting for meaningful conversations, professional connections, and future collaboration.
Official Award Recognition Display Panel
Present outstanding award-winning work through a dedicated recognition display panel at the ceremony venue, offering extended visibility among attending professionals, brand representatives, and fellow winners throughout the programme. Integrated into the ceremony setting, the display enhances the visibility and recognition of award-winning projects during the event.
On-Stage Presentation
and Showcase Opportunity
Apply for a short on-stage presentation session to introduce your winning projects to an international professional audience, fostering collaboration opportunities. Award-winning works may also be featured through the official souvenir selection, extending brand presence beyond the stage through curated physical display and distribution.
Global Winners’ Promotion
Global Exposure of
Over 5 Million Impressions
Expand international reach through ISDA’s integrated global promotion, with award-winning works featured across ISDA official channels, partner platforms, press releases, media listings, and high-visibility public channels, including transit railway networks and prominent locations within central business districts. This coordinated exposure delivers over five million impressions across regions including Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, Europe, and North America.
ISBN-Registered Winners’ Publication with Brand Advertisement
Be featured in the official ISDA 2026 Winners’ Special, a professionally produced digital publication assigned an International Standard Book Number (ISBN). The publication highlights award-winning design excellence and will be submitted to libraries and professional collections for archival inclusion. Winners may also include a dedicated brand advertisement page within the publication to present brand stories, products, or services to an international professional audience.
Online Business Matching across 2 Global Time Zones
Connect with global brands, studios, and industry partners through two curated online business matching sessions scheduled across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Americas. This dual-session structure enables participants to connect across regions and explore potential professional connections and collaboration possibilities.
Inspiration and Archival Digital Gallery
Showcase your award-winning projects in ISDA’s official online gallery through a dedicated digital platform with global reach. The gallery remains accessible over time, enabling brands, organisations, and partners to explore recognised works and maintain ongoing visibility for outstanding design projects.
Spotlight Interview
with Highlight Video
Apply to participate in an exclusive spotlight interview to share your design journey, creative perspectives, and professional insights. Selected interviews may be developed into official highlight videos and shared across ISDA channels, providing enhanced global visibility, with usage rights granted for professional and promotional use.
Winners’ Privileges Fee
HKD 2,800 / HKD 6,800 / HKD 12,800
Approximately USD 358 / USD 870 / USD 1,640, subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
*Winners’ privileges are determined by award level and corresponding recognition.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
30%
Creativity
30%
Sustainability
20%
Aesthetics
20%
Impact
HKD 480
Approximately USD 65
HKD 672
Approximately USD 90 | Promo Code: BWVF70
HKD 960
Approximately USD 125
HKD 1,920 for 3 Entries
Approximately USD 246 | Promo Code: B2G133
HKD 2,880 for 5 Entries
Approximately USD 369 | Promo Code: B3G255
Entry Fee
Other currencies for reference only,
subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
Promo codes are not stackable. Entry packages define the number of entries included.
Winners’ Privileges
International Recognition
Distinguished Winners’ Label
Gain international recognition with the official ISDA Winners’ Label, affirming your achievement in sustainable design and representing professional excellence and global credibility across creative, industry, and institutional spheres worldwide.
Prestigious Award Trophy
Celebrate outstanding achievement with a distinguished ISDA trophy honouring creative excellence, sustainability commitment, and professional impact, representing a lasting symbol of enduring international distinction.
Dual Excellence Certification
Receive both physical and digital certificates formally acknowledging your excellence in sustainability and design innovation, suitable for professional presentation, portfolios, and official use across international platforms.
HKASD Biennial Membership
Enjoy a two-year HKASD membership connecting winners with industry resources, professional networks, and sustainability-focused initiatives within an international design community. Learn more: https://www.hkasd.org
Celebrated Awards Ceremony
ISDA 2026 Awards Ceremony
and Winners’ Recognition
Celebrate your achievement at the ISDA 2026 Awards Ceremony, where winners are formally recognised on stage through official award presentations and testimonial moments. Selected winners are invited to share project stories and brand highlights with industry professionals and potential partners in attendance.
VIP Cocktail Reception
and Networking
Engage with global winners, design professionals, brand leaders, and industry representatives at the VIP Cocktail Reception. This pre-ceremony gathering provides a welcoming setting for meaningful conversations, professional connections, and future collaboration.
Official Award Recognition Display Panel
Present outstanding award-winning work through a dedicated recognition display panel at the ceremony venue, offering extended visibility among attending professionals, brand representatives, and fellow winners throughout the programme. Integrated into the ceremony setting, the display enhances the visibility and recognition of award-winning projects during the event.
On-Stage Presentation and Showcase Opportunity
Apply for a short on-stage presentation session to introduce your winning projects to an international professional audience, fostering collaboration opportunities. Award-winning works may also be featured through the official souvenir selection, extending brand presence beyond the stage through curated physical display and distribution.
Global Winners’ Promotion
Winners’ Privileges Fee
* Winners will receive exclusive privileges corresponding to their award level in recognition of their achievements.
HKD 2,800 / HKD 6,800 / HKD 12,800
Approximately USD 358 / USD 870 / USD 1,640, subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
Global Exposure of
Over 5 Million Impressions
Expand international reach through ISDA’s integrated global promotion, with award-winning works featured across ISDA official channels, partner platforms, press releases, media listings, and high-visibility public channels, including transit railway networks and prominent locations within central business districts. This coordinated exposure delivers over five million impressions across regions including Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, Europe, and North America.
ISBN-Registered Winners’ Publication with Brand Advertisement
Be featured in the official ISDA 2026 Winners’ Special, a professionally produced digital publication assigned an International Standard Book Number (ISBN). The publication highlights award-winning design excellence and will be submitted to libraries and professional collections for archival inclusion. Winners may also include a dedicated brand advertisement page within the publication to present brand stories, products, or services to an international professional audience.
Online Business Matching
across 2 Global Time Zones
Connect with global brands, studios, and industry partners through two curated online business matching sessions scheduled across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Americas. This dual-session structure enables participants to connect across regions and explore potential professional connections and collaboration possibilities.
Inspiration and Archival
Digital Gallery
Showcase your award-winning projects in ISDA’s official online gallery through a dedicated digital platform with global reach. The gallery remains accessible over time, enabling brands, organisations, and partners to explore recognised works and maintain ongoing visibility for outstanding design projects.
Spotlight Interview
with Highlight Video
Apply to participate in an exclusive spotlight interview to share your design journey, creative perspectives, and professional insights. Selected interviews may be developed into official highlight videos and shared across ISDA channels, providing enhanced global visibility, with usage rights granted for professional and promotional use.
International Partners
Including global supporting organisations, institutions and media partners.
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International Partners
Including global supporting organisations, institutions and media partners.
Logos are presented in alphabetical order, with no distinction of ranking.
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FAQ
1) Who can participate in ISDA?
ISDA welcomes participation from individuals, teams, studios, brands, organisations, and students worldwide, subject to the entry requirements stated on our website.
2) Can I submit the same project to multiple specialisations, and is there a limit on entries?
A project may be submitted to multiple specialisations, provided it meets the eligibility requirements of each specialisation. There is no limit to the number of entries per entrant. Projects must have been created within the ten-year period prior to the official Call for Entries deadline.
3) Can I edit my submission after payment?
Please review your submission carefully before completing payment. If you need to update your submission after payment, please contact our Secretariat as soon as possible for assistance.
4) How can I use a promo code?
If you have received a valid promo code, you may enter it on the payment page by selecting “Got a promotional code? Enter it here”. Any applicable discount will be automatically reflected in the total payable amount.
If you are unable to locate the promo code field, please refer to Step 7 in the submission guidelines on the ISDA website or contact our Secretariat before completing payment. Please confirm that the final amount displayed is correct before proceeding with payment.
5) Can I use more than one promo code, or get a refund after payment?
Promo codes are not stackable. Only one promo code may be applied per checkout. All submission fees are non-refundable once payment has been completed.
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Hong Kong Arts and Sustainable Design Association
/ Phone: (852) 2133 4016
/ Whatsapp: (852) 9847 5884
/ Email: isda@hkasd.org
/ WeChat ID: HKASD_ORG
/ Unit A09, 17/F, Jing Ho Industrial Building,
No. 78-84 Wang Lung Street, Tsuen Wan, New Territories, Hong Kong
Hong Kong Arts and Sustainable Design Association
/ Phone: (852) 2133 4016
/ Whatsapp: (852) 9847 5884
/ Email: isda@hkasd.org
/ WeChat ID: HKASD_ORG
/ Unit A09, 17/F, Jing Ho Industrial Building,
No. 78-84 Wang Lung Street, Tsuen Wan,
New Territories, Hong Kong