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Korea Herald
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Design Miami to be held at Seoul's DDP in September
World-renowned design fair to hold first exhibition in Asia titled 'Illuminated: A Spotlight on Korean Design,' Sept. 1-14 As South Korea's dynamic design scene steps into the global spotlight, Design Miami is coming to Seoul in September, marking the design fair's first-ever exhibition in Asia. The Seoul Design Foundation is teaming up with the world-renowned design fair to host an exhibition titled "Illuminated: A Spotlight on Korean Design" at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Jung-gu, central Seoul -- a landmark designed by Zaha Hadid -- from Sept. 1 to Sept. 14. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, Design Miami serves as a global platform for collectible design, bringing together a diverse network of galleries, designers, brands, experts, collectors and design enthusiasts through a variety of curated events and experiences. Each Design Miami fair features museum-quality 20th- and 21st-century furniture, lighting and objets d'art from the world's top expert-vetted galleries, as well as showcasing immersive design collaborations with well-known brands. The upcoming exhibition will be held at the Yigansumun Exhibition Hall, a multipurpose hall at DDP that hosts a wide range of programs, including design exhibitions, performances and other events. Utilizing both floors of its 1,000-square-meter indoor space and the outdoor plaza, the exhibition will create a multilayered and dynamic experience for visitors. The exhibition centers on the theme "Illuminated," exploring how light brings clarity and brilliance. It will showcase a diverse collection of innovative artworks that highlight Korea's distinctive design identity and creativity. The exhibition will showcase Korea's finest design works to a global audience, boost DDP's reputation as a leading design hub, and open doors for broader partnerships between Korean designers and international brands, according to the Seoul Design Foundation. "We hope that the fair will highlight South Korea's vibrant cultural presence and showcase Seoul's potential as a leading creative city," Cha Kang Heui, the CEO of the Seoul Design Foundation, was quoted as saying in a press release.
Malaysian Reserve
12-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Final Call for Entries: Submission Deadline Nears for the Seoul Design Award 2025
SEOUL, South Korea, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Seoul Design Foundation announces that the submission period for the Seoul Design Award 2025 is drawing to a close. Designers around the world are encouraged to complete and submit their entries before the deadline. Now in its sixth year, the award continues to grow exponentially with submissions increasing from 75 in 2019 to 575 from 65 countries in 2024. The 2025 award reflects the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and introduces four categories: Health & Peace, Equal Opportunities, Energy & Environment, and Cities & Communities. Expanding its eligibility, the competition is now open to not only individual designers but also to organizations, groups, and companies from around the world. This year's competition sees a significant increase in opportunities, with 61 winners to be announced up by 38 from 2024. A total of 150 million KRW in prize money will be distributed, including a 50 million Grand Prize, 10 million for each of the nine Best of the Best winners, and 5 million for Concept Award recipients. Awards are divided into three categories: Main Awards for implemented projects or products; Concept Awards for prototypes or unreleased design proposals, welcoming submissions from university students; and an Honorary Award recognizing exceptional international contributions to sustainable design. Two special prizes will also highlight excellence in inter-organizational collaboration. For the first time, the award introduces live judging to determine the Grand Prize winner. The top 10 finalists will present their work in front of both jurors and the public at the award ceremony, with real-time evaluation ensuring greater transparency. The jury, expanded to 32 members from over 20 countries, including Ezio Manzini (Italy), President of DESIS and a globally respected scholar in design for social innovation; Patricia Moore (USA), President of Moore Design Associates; Pradyumna Vyas (India), the incoming President of the world's largest design organization, WDO (World Design Organization); Dawn Lim(Singapore), Executive Director, Design Singapore Council); Kun-Pyo Lee (Korea), Professor of UX Design at THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY and a pioneer in human-centered UX design; EunSook Kwon (Korea), Chair of Industrial Design at GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY and a prominent figure in academic industrial design. Kangheui Cha, CEO of Seoul Design Foundation, remarked, 'The Seoul Design Award is a platform to celebrate designs that promote harmonious coexistence among people, society, and nature. We aim to continuously discover groundbreaking ideas that inspire positive change.' Submission Period: March 17 ~June 30, 2025, 3:00 PM KSTLanguage: English onlyAward Ceremony: October 2025, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)For details and submission, visit
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Final Call for Entries: Submission Deadline Nears for the Seoul Design Award 2025
SEOUL, South Korea, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Seoul Design Foundation announces that the submission period for the Seoul Design Award 2025 is drawing to a close. Designers around the world are encouraged to complete and submit their entries before the deadline. Now in its sixth year, the award continues to grow exponentially with submissions increasing from 75 in 2019 to 575 from 65 countries in 2024. The 2025 award reflects the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and introduces four categories: Health & Peace, Equal Opportunities, Energy & Environment, and Cities & Communities. Expanding its eligibility, the competition is now open to not only individual designers but also to organizations, groups, and companies from around the world. This year's competition sees a significant increase in opportunities, with 61 winners to be announced up by 38 from 2024. A total of 150 million KRW in prize money will be distributed, including a 50 million Grand Prize, 10 million for each of the nine Best of the Best winners, and 5 million for Concept Award recipients. Awards are divided into three categories: Main Awards for implemented projects or products; Concept Awards for prototypes or unreleased design proposals, welcoming submissions from university students; and an Honorary Award recognizing exceptional international contributions to sustainable design. Two special prizes will also highlight excellence in inter-organizational collaboration. For the first time, the award introduces live judging to determine the Grand Prize winner. The top 10 finalists will present their work in front of both jurors and the public at the award ceremony, with real-time evaluation ensuring greater transparency. The jury, expanded to 32 members from over 20 countries, including Ezio Manzini (Italy), President of DESIS and a globally respected scholar in design for social innovation; Patricia Moore (USA), President of Moore Design Associates; Pradyumna Vyas (India), the incoming President of the world's largest design organization, WDO (World Design Organization); Dawn Lim(Singapore), Executive Director, Design Singapore Council); Kun-Pyo Lee (Korea), Professor of UX Design at THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY and a pioneer in human-centered UX design; EunSook Kwon (Korea), Chair of Industrial Design at GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY and a prominent figure in academic industrial design. Kangheui Cha, CEO of Seoul Design Foundation, remarked, "The Seoul Design Award is a platform to celebrate designs that promote harmonious coexistence among people, society, and nature. We aim to continuously discover groundbreaking ideas that inspire positive change." Submission Period: March 17 ~June 30, 2025, 3:00 PM KSTLanguage: English onlyAward Ceremony: October 2025, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)For details and submission, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Seoul Design Foundation
