DFA Design for Asia Awards 2026 Winners Announced, Celebrating Creative and Impactful Asian Design

The DFA Design for Asia Awards 2026 recognised 209 winning projects across 15 economies, showcasing how Asia-focused designs can drive innovation and address social and regional challenges.

Hong Kong Design Centre has announced the awardee list for the DFA Design for Asia Awards 2026. After a rigorous judging process, a panel of 26 renowned local and international design leaders selected 209 winning projects from entries across 15 economies. Among the six design disciplines, Spatial Design recorded the highest proportion of winning entries, while projects from Thailand and India returned to the Grand Award leaderboard for the first time since 2020, demonstrating the growing design strength of ASEAN countries. This year’s winning projects showcase how design serves as a strategic driver of transcultural, economic and social progress. Several Grand Award and Gold Award winning projects introduced forward-looking solutions in spatial design, urban planning, product design, and digital innovation. In addition, many entries actively address critical regional challenges, including climate resilience, affordable housing, and accessible healthcare.

Organised by Hong Kong Design Centre, with the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the HKSAR Government as the lead sponsor, the DFA Design for Asia Awards (DFA DFAA) recognises outstanding design solutions that embody Asian aesthetics, culture and perspectives. The Awards features six major design disciplines: Communication Design, Digital & Motion Design, Fashion & Accessory Design, Product & Industrial Design, Service & Experience Design, and Spatial Design reflecting the diversity and depth of contemporary design across Asia and beyond.

Since its inception in 2003, this internationally recognised award programme has conferred around 3,300 accolades on outstanding projects from more than 40 economies worldwide. As a premier platform for design excellence, DFA DFAA champions human-centred design solutions that enhance quality of life, address evolving societal needs, and contribute to the future advancement of design globally.

Ms Rainy Chan, Executive Director of Hong Kong Design Centre, said, “Beyond addressing pressing social issues, this year’s winning projects demonstrate excellence in the application of cutting-edge technology, innovative materials, and immersive spatial experiences. From breakthroughs in spatial and communication design to award-winning works across diverse disciplines, these projects exemplify creativity, ingenuity, and forward-looking thinking at the highest level. What is particularly encouraging is how Asia-focused designs are evolving beyond responding to local needs set new benchmarks in quality, creativity and impact. I look forward to these exceptional achievements continuing to inspire the industry, foster meaningful change, and shape the future of design.”

Below are this year’s Grand Award Winning Projects:

time will tell / signature sparkling sake by 84000 Communications Limited

Vireo One (RPET Eco-friendly 23 inch umbrella) by Brandcharger limited

Tai Ping x Steve Leung - Da Di Collection by Steve Leung Design Group

Experimental Letterpress Typography by Paper Parade Inc.

Desi Oon by Studio Eeksaurus Productions Pvt. Ltd.

KEF XIO Soundbar by KEF × Ponti Design Studio

The Making of BKKDW2025: Design Up+Rising by Pink Blue Black & Orange

More than an honour, the DFA DFAA offers awardees a powerful launchpad for global visibility, industry recognition, and cross-sector engagement. In addition to leveraging the globally recognised DFA DFAA Endorsement Mark, winning projects benefit from multi channel exposure through exhibitions, the DFA Awards Online Showcase and the official Awards Publication. By participating in key events such as the Presentation Ceremony, exhibitions, and selected regional and international forums, winners can establish valuable connections with leading figures across the design and business communities. These platforms enable awardees to unlock new business opportunities, expand their professional networks and amplify their impact on the global stage.

To view the full winner list, visit DFA Design for Asia Awards’ official website.