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social impact
social impact describes the ways in which human actions, structures, and systems affect the well-being, equity, and resilience of communities. around the world, designers, architects, and artists are increasingly addressing these issues through projects that promote inclusion, strengthen local agency, and respond to the needs of marginalized or underserved populations.
here, designboom publishes the latest news, as well as design, architecture, and art projects that improve social conditions, support community-led initiatives, foster accessibility, or amplify awareness around humanitarian and societal issues.
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competitions
Call for Entries: UX Design Awards - Spring 2027 deadline: november 15th, 2026
International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026
2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027
New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027
Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2027 $ 56,305.00 USD deadline: september 15th, 2027
CLASSICS the Small Luxury Design Award 2027 $ 1,026.00 USD deadline: january 31st, 2027
Vancouver Tall Challenge $ 15,000.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026
The Quiet Tower $ 11,535.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027
Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027
Portugal Long Table Restaurant $ 11,635.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 all competitions
International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026
Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2027 $ 56,305.00 USD deadline: september 15th, 2027