French Design Awards
The French Design Awards are an annual design award organized by the Global Design Award organization (GAA). The French Design Awards, which enjoy a high reputation in the global design field, are now seeking outstanding works from top designers worldwide. As an authoritative award originating from the world's design capitals, the French Design Awards are dedicated to recognizing exceptional designs that combine aesthetic excellence, humanistic spirit, and innovative value, continuously promoting the high-quality development of the global design industry.
The French Design Award was established amid a wave of design innovation, grounded in France's profound artistic heritage and pioneering design concepts, creating an international design evaluation system that connects tradition and the future. The award embodies the French spirit of "L'Art de Vivre" (the art of living), emphasizing the impact of design on lifestyle and establishing a unique value benchmark in the global design community. The French Design Award is not only a symbol of professional honor but also an important gateway to entering the core European design market and gaining international authoritative recognition.
2026 Event Registration & Results Announcement Timeline
| Stage | Season 1 | Season 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird Registration Deadline | January 31, 2026 $269 | June 30, 2026 $269 |
| Regular Registration Deadline | February 6, 2026 $279 | July 28, 2026 $279 |
| Final Registration Deadline | March 8, 2026 $289 | September 6, 2026 $289 |
| Extended Registration Deadline | April 15, 2026 $299 | October 12, 2026 $299 |
| Early Results Announcement | April 20, 2026 | October 16, 2026 |
| Full Results Announcement | May 28, 2026 | December 20, 2026 |
• Registration fees increase with each deadline; early registration is recommended to enjoy the early bird discount.
• Results announcement dates are estimated and subject to official notifications.
Match Process
The participation process for the award is as follows:
Eligible Participants
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Entry Material
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Award Categories
Prize Categories
Reward Program
The winners will have the opportunity to display the award-winning information for free on the official websit.
The winners will have the opportunity to showcase their award-winning works in the conference publication.
The winners of the annual grand prize will receive cash rewards ranging from 100 to 1,000 US dollars, as well as a free award trophy and certificate.The annual design award can be zero
Judging Criteria
The assessment award takes the following criteria into consideration:
These jurors are top talents in the industry, with rich experience and
mature skills. They are creative designers and art directors from various
institutions around the world, as well as architects, fashion designers,
interior designers, product designers, educators, marketers, and
corporate leaders. The selection of jurors is based on experience,
credibility, and availability.
During the judging process, jurors will only review the work images and
design descriptions. Other information will not be disclosed to the
jurors to avoid any bias or conflicts of interest. Jurors will score
based on relevant criteria:
Judging Panel
Senior Architects
Renowned architects with significant experience in various architectural styles and practices.
Industry Experts
Professionals from related fields such as engineering and interior design who provide interdisciplinary perspectives.
Public Representatives
For the People's Choice Award, input from a diverse pool of non-professionals may be considered to gauge public sentiment.
Academic Scholars
Professors and researchers specializing in architecture, urban planning, and sustainable design.
Guest Jurors
Occasionally, well-known architects or previous winners may be invited as guest jurors.
