International award · Germany · 1955
Red Dot Design Award
submission guide.
A major international award with Product Design, Brands & Communication and Design Concept / Innovation tracks, known for examining design quality and completion.
Visit official siteJury dimensions
- — Innovation
- — Form & function
- — Human factors & usability
- — Sustainability
- — Emotional value & brand consistency
Submission route
From fit to submission,
keep the evidence clear.
- 01
Choose the track based on product stage and objective
- 02
Submit images, English description and supporting information
- 03
Prepare for physical review when required
- 04
Confirm results and use the mark within official rules
Categories
Materials and physical review
- Hero, scenario and detail images
- English description focused on innovation and user value
- Product specification, market and sustainability information
- Optional video, animation or whitepaper
Physical requirements: Many Product Design categories may require a physical sample; communication tracks are often online-led.
FAQs
Is Red Dot only about appearance?+
No. Innovation, function, usability, sustainability and brand consistency also matter.
Can one project enter several tracks?+
Possibly, but eligibility and material requirements should be confirmed for each track.
