German Ecodesign Award
The nominees have been announced
Of 420 submissions, 155 were accepted for the jury session. Of these, 25 projects now have the chance to win the 2026 German Ecodesign Award.
You can find out who the nominees are in the winners gallery.
Nominees 2026
Tools Don’t Decide
Design Practice and Education in the Age of AI
AI is transforming creative processes – and raising new questions about responsibility, judgement and critical thinking.
On November 4, IDZ invites you to HTW Berlin for a dialogue on the role of designers and the future of design education.
Register here
IDZ White Paper
Available now
Our white paper brings together strategic perspectives and practical solutions for working with AI in design—curated from the contributions of our IDZ Member Circle in January 2026.
The following articles include practical case studies from productive work with AI, strategic positions, and future impacts on the industry.
Read here
Animals in Power
On Power and the Design of Visual Symbols
What makes an eagle a symbol of state power—and how much creative freedom is there in one of Germany’s most recognizable symbols?
On November 17, IDZ board member Prof. Rayan Abdullah will discuss his experience redesigning the federal eagle for the German government’s visual identity.
Register here
UX Design Awards
Submit Now
Companies, agencies, freelancers, and young talents have until November 15 to submit their work for the UX Design Awards – Spring 2025.
You can find all the details about this global competition for outstanding experience design on the UXDA website.
German Ecodesign Award
Award Ceremony
On 30 November, the winners of 2026 will be ceremoniously honoured in the atriums of the Federal Ministry for the Environment by Parliamentary State Secretary Rita Schwarzelühr-Sutter and UBA President Prof. Dr Dirk Messner.
Impressions of last year's award ceremony.
UX Design Awards
Submit now
Are you working on projects that deserve recognition from our global UX community?
Dont't wait and submit for the upcoming UX Design Awards – Autumn 2026!
All information about the submission process, fees, and the jury can be found here
UX Design Awards
Deadline Extended!
Gain international recognition. Strengthen your visibility. Earn credit and reputation. Join the global experience leadership community.
The UX Design Awards Spring 2026 call for entries is open until November 17 Enter now!
Enter now!
UX Design Awards
Winner Announcement - Spring 2026
On March 4, we will be streaming live on LinkedIn.
From 173 nominees, the jury selected a carefully curated selection of projects that stood out for their outstanding achievements in the field of user experience.
Save the date and join us live as we announce the winners.
UX Design Awards
Nominees announced
We present the nominees of the UX Design Awards – Autumn 2026 in our online gallery on the UX Design Awards website.
Until 21 August, everyone worldwide is invited to vote there for the “UX Design Awards | Public Choice”.
Discover the nominees
UX Design Awards
Spring 2025
The call for entries for the UX Design Awards—Spring 2025 is open until 18 November. Companies, agencies, professionals, and new talents are invited to submit their work for the global competition for outstanding experience design.
All information can be found on the UXDA website.
UX Design Awards
Congrats to the Winners!
Out of 441 participants from 38 countries, 162 were nominated. The jury has now selected 18 winners. Gold goes to Siemens Healthineers for the “CIARTIC Move, self-driving 3D C-arm”.
All winning projects are presented in an online exhibition on the UX Design Awards website.
Human-Centered Leadership in the Age of AI
IDZ Member Circle
Together with BOSCH, this IDZ Member Circle will explore how AI reshapes design teams, processes, and roles. Expect keynotes, open dialogues and an informal setting for new connections.
Exclusive event for IDZ member companies.
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IDZ Newsletter
News from the IDZ and its members
We look back on our Member Circle event at Bosch, welcome many new company and individual members, and share news, events, awards, and job opportunities from across the design community.
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Member of the Month
adares
For over 20 years, the Berlin-based law firm adares has advised companies on intellectual property rights, focusing on patents, design, and trademarks. Arash Bakhtyari, Christine Glasemann, and Jan Reininger combine legal expertise with technical insight, offering forward-thinking, tailored support to their clients.
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International Design Forum
The program for our conference at InnoTrans has been finalized!
On September 23, companies and design studios will present the latest innovations and case studies on interior design concepts for local and regional transit.
→ Save the Date!
IDZ members receive free admission.
IDZ Member Circle
July 9 in Frankfurt
We’re heading to Frankfurt for World Design Capital 2026 to host our second Member Circle of the year.
Under the title: “Shaping Trustful Futures by Design”, IDZ members will learn from one another and engage in discussions through workshops and keynote presentations. We will also welcome the New Talent winners of our UX Design Awards.
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