The competition focuses on the current state of the industry, showcasing design as a bold, professional, and multifaceted practice. Key areas include graphic design and branding, digital products, video and motion graphics, and object and environmental design.
The award is characterized by an international jury: the works are evaluated by designers, architects, art directors and creative leaders from over 20 countries. This approach ensures the independence of the evaluation and compliance with global professional standards.
Special attention is paid to product designers and architects. There are two categories for them:
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Product Design — for projects in the field of industrial design: from furniture and household items to transportation and jewelry;
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Environmental Design — for architectural, landscape and interior solutions, as well as installations and event spaces.
Participants can also submit conceptual works in the subcategory Concept Design, and there is a free category for students Student Design.
The competition is part of the Ukrainian Creative Awards program and takes place within the Ukrainian Creative Stories event. It is also included in the National Creativity and Mastery Rating of Ukraine 2026, which enhances its importance for the professional reputation of the participants.
Submissions are ongoing on the website. creative-stories.com.ua.
Key deadlines:
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Regular Deadline — April 1
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Final Deadline — April 20
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Last Minute Deadline — April 27
The award ceremony for the winners will take place on May 28.
Participation in the competition is an opportunity to express yourself, present implemented projects or concepts, and become part of modern Ukrainian design.
Last year's winners can be found here here.
See also:
Ukrainian studios YOD Group, ISTO and ZIKZAK Architects won the LIV Awards architectural competition