A' design award and competition winners 2013

A’ design award and competition winners 2013
‘shenzhen universiade sports center’ by conceptlicht Gmbh

each year the A’ design award and competition acknowledges the best in design and architecture–from concepts to realized products and services–that cover a number of different categories, including furniture, agriculture, hospitality, air and land transportation, toys and games, recreation equipment, graphic and visual communication… (the full listing of submission categories can be seen here). these are summarized under four major sections: industrial design competitions; graphics design competitions; architecture and interior design awards; and arts and engineering awards, with special sections available for amateurs and students to enter such as the award scholarship, or the design ambassador program.

the aim of the A’ design award and competition is to provide a platform for both practicing professionals, as well as young emerging talents, to put their work forward and gain recognition for their achievements. the organization does so by helping creatives promote their ideas to a broader international audience through advertising campaigns, press release preparation and distribution. in addition, a gala-night is held for the award recipients, accompanied by an exhibition of the year’s standout winning designs.

this year, the A’ design award and competition jury consisted of more than 40 members from all corners of the globe reviewed the numerous entries submitted. see the full listing of A’ design award winners here.

‘shenzhen universiade sports center’ by conceptlicht Gmbh

the outdoor lighting for the ‘shenzhen universiade sports center’ by conceptlicht Gmbh  emphasizes the strict crystalline and faceted appearance of the complex, illuminating the overall glass façade in an even fabric of luminosity. the all encompassing network of LEDs are discretely integrated into the structure, and are dimmable to allow variations of light intensity.

the ‘rock stadium’ by MZ architects

the ‘rock stadium’ by MZ architects is a proposed sports complex marries itself with the jebel hafeet rocky mountain in the UAE, blurring the boundaries of the built and the natural to create a space that allows the visitor to interact with the desert alongside athletic activities.

the ‘rock stadium’ by MZ architects

‘paradox house design studio with gallery’ by catherine cheung

‘paradox house design studio with gallery’ by catherine cheung is a split-level warehouse transformed into a multimedia studio. its design is a composition of strict geometries paired with contrasting elements and materials–stark white walls, aluminium, dark wood floors–all united by a central steel and glass staircase which stands at the heart of the building.

‘paradox house design studio with gallery’ by catherine cheung

‘FK series’ by jim kershaw for IRWIN

‘FK series’ is a set of folding knives conceived for professional tradesmen for IRWIN that features the company’s patented bladelock technology. this ensures that the blade is secured at all times during work, preventing it from being released while in-use. blades can only replaced when at a 45 degree angle.

‘FK series’ by jim kershaw for IRWIN

‘V-tent car charging and protection unit’ by hakan gürsu

‘V-tent car charging and protection unit’ by hakan gürsu is an eco-friendly parking system that protects and charges vehicles simultaneously via a collapsible canopy. the shade is made from a multi-layered textile housing flexible solar panels that is pulled over your vehicle, offering a safe space for cars, protecting them from environmental conditions.

‘V-tent car charging and protection unit’ by hakan gürsu

‘meerkat aircraft passenger seat concept’ by james lee

‘meerkat’ is a aircraft seat concept by james lee which optimizes a passenger’s experience during long haul economy class flights. it integrates a patented dual-user armrest, and backrest that helps one stretch out. a headphone hook and ridge in the table that offers a stand for your iPad or other tablet devices, brings convenience during flying.

‘meerkat aircraft passenger seat concept’ by james lee

‘satellite grater’ by hakan gürsu

‘satellite’ is an all-in-one grater by hakan gürsu that features multiple slicing devices. expanding its form, each ‘wing’ has a different cutting blade function, and clips to dishware for security while using the food preparation tool.

‘satellite grater’ by hakan gürsu

‘slider folding bike’ by paul hao ting hsu

the ‘slider folding bike’ by paul hao ting hsu proposes a collapsible structure and handle placement, making it easier to transport the two-wheeler when you’re not riding it. its main frame is diamond-shaped and can be quickly folded up into a compact state in two seconds.

slider folding bike by paul hao ting hsu

‘unite 401’ by JP inspiring knowledge

‘unite 401’ by JP inspiring knowledge is a detachable device designed for education-on-the-go.  it can easily move between functioning as a tablet to a notebook through a keyboard docking system, while a capacitive touchscreen is optimized for finger and stylus input. built into a shock resistant shell, it has a front-facing HD camera and full HD rear-facing camera with a microlens for scientific tasks.

‘unite 401’ by JP inspiring knowledge

‘camaro advanced collection’ by rolf spectacles

‘camaro’ advanced collection wooden eyewear by rolf spectacles are constructed without any metal parts or screws, and employ a lens-glazing system for eye protection.

‘camaro advanced collection’ by rolf spectacles

for more information on how to submit your work to the A’ design award and competition here.