The Rome Design Awards honours outstanding achievements in global design, showcasing the most inventive and impactful work. Drawing inspiration from the Renaissance period, this prestigious international design award is dedicated to recognising excellence in interior design, architecture, product design, lighting, packaging, and more, reflecting the era’s dual pursuit of beauty and utility.
Our global platform celebrates designers, architects, brands, and design agencies from around the world, providing a stage to showcase their creations to an audience that values significant, transformative design. In this esteemed arena, every piece of work has the potential for recognition, and every visionary designer has the opportunity to become a leading figure in the industry.
The Rome Design Awards celebrates exceptional achievements in global design, highlighting the most creative and influential work. Inspired by the Renaissance era, this prestigious international design award is committed to recognising excellence in interior design, architecture, product design, lighting, packaging, and beyond, reflecting the period’s dual focus on beauty and functionality. In this distinguished arena, every piece of work has the potential for recognition, and every visionary designer has the chance to become a prominent figure in the industry.
2025 Rome Design Awards Theme: The Rise of Modern Design
The Rome Design Awards champions the spirit of the Renaissance, dedicated to the modern creatives who are sculpting visionary works, just as the virtuosos of the past once did. Celebrating the art of transformation, the competition recognises designers who pioneer new techniques and set new standards of excellence. This theme represents the journey of design from its classical roots to the present, spotlighting those who lead the charge in redefining the industry. Step into the spotlight and let your designs become icons of innovation and elegance. Redefine the boundaries of art and design with each creative endeavour, and join us in advancing the rise of modern design.
Categories
The 2025 categories include Architectural Design, Furniture Design, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Packaging Design, Product Design, Student Design.
Eligibility
The Rome Design Awards is open to architects, interior designers, product designers, packaging designers, lighting designers, furniture designers, artists, design agencies, students, and designers of all backgrounds. Entries are accepted from companies, teams, innovators, manufacturers, suppliers, freelancers, hobbyists, or students.
Submission Requirements
We welcome submissions from all over the world. Entries must have been produced after January 1, 2020.
Entry Brief
Kindly provide a synopsis of your design of approximately 350 words. The brief should strengthen your entry and provide the jury with a better understanding of your project. A written translation or adaptation of non-English entries is highly recommended.
Image Submission
The submissions should be saved in a flattened JPEG or JPG format (keep them under 4MB, 1,200px wide is preferable, 300dpi, RGB).
Video/Audio Submission
Entries with audio/video must be submitted with a direct URL that will take judges directly to the work. Upload video/audio to Vimeo/YouTube/Youku. Paste the URL link into the URL field.
2025 Entry Deadline & Fees
- Early Bird: 1 Nov 2024 – 27 Jan 2025 Professional ($209) / Student ($60)
- Regular: 28 Jan – 24 Feb 2025 Professional ($219) / Student ($70)
- Final: 25 Feb – 31 Mar 2025 Professional ($239) / Student ($80)
- Final Extension: 1 Apr – 29 Apr Professional ($249) / Student ($90)
Results Announcement: 13 Jun 2025
Winning Levels
There are FOUR (4) levels of achievement in the competition:
- Design of the Year: (Only ONE highest score point from each category will be recognised as Product/Architectural/Interior/Furniture/Lighting/Packaging/Student Design of the Year)
- Platinum Winner: (85-100 points)
- Gold Winner: (70-84 points)
- Silver Winner: (50-69 points)
Judging
Judges are senior-level, experienced in their field/industry, including creative designers and art directors from international agencies, architects, interior designers, product designers, and industry professionals. Judges are selected based on experience, credibility, and availability.
Evaluation Criteria
Submissions are judged at random without being compared to other entries within the same categories. Our judges will score on a scale of 1-100 based on Creativity, Concept, Idea Content, Brief, Objective, Planning, Execution, Visual Design, Innovation, Functionality, Effectiveness, Impact, and Memorability. The Rome Design Awards and International Awards Associate Inc’s decision are final and binding in relation to all matters relating to Competitions and may not be subject to any discussions or correspondence.
Prizes
The Design of the Year Winners receive a complimentary limited-edition trophy and professionally designed certificate, including the entry title, entering company/winners’ name, and category. Decal will be affixed, indicating the level of win. Top tier (Platinum and Gold) winners will be featured on the Rome Design Awards site’s Gallery. A press release template will be sent to major industry outlets, celebrating your win. Professionally designed logos for use on websites, email signatures, etc. In addition to the complimentary certificates, Platinum, Gold, and Silver winners may purchase beautiful Rome Design Awards statuettes or additional customized certificates.
Results Announcement
All winners for 2025 will be announced on 13 June 2025 via the Rome Design Awards official page. All registered participants can then log in to see the winning works.
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