seoul design award 2026 opens call for sustainable social solutions
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seoul design award 2026 opens call for sustainable social solutions
"The Seoul Design Award 2026 marks its 7th edition, dedicated to addressing social and climate issues through sustainable design, with a significant growth of 1,100% since 2019."
"Kang Heui Cha, CEO of the Seoul Design Foundation, emphasizes that design is a transformative tool for improving everyday lives and steering the world toward collective sustainability."
"The 2026 edition of the award sharpens its focus on the entire lifecycle of a career, from students to global institutions, seeking designers who drive change through positive impact."
"A significant shift for the 2026 edition is the expansion of the Young Designer Award, tailored to capture the creative thinking of undergraduate and graduate students worldwide."
The Seoul Design Award 2026 has opened its call for entries, focusing on sustainable design that addresses social and climate issues. The award has grown significantly since its inception in 2019, receiving 941 entries from 74 countries by 2025. The Seoul Design Foundation believes in design as a transformative tool for improving lives and promoting sustainability. The 2026 edition emphasizes the entire career lifecycle of designers and expands the Young Designer Award to encourage student participation in addressing real-world issues.
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