The European Design Awards, one of the most prestigious and comprehensive awards organizations in the design world, is now accepting entries for the 2025 edition. This is your opportunity to showcase your creative work to a global audience and gain recognition for excellence in various design fields.
Each year, the European Design Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in print, web, exhibition design, illustration, packaging, mobile apps, and motion graphics. With three levels of distinction—Gold, Silver, and Bronze—the awards honor the most exceptional designs. A Gold award is only granted if the jury deems the work to be of extraordinary quality. Gold winners are presented with a trophy during the prestigious Awards Ceremony.
All award-winning entries (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) will be featured in the official ED-Awards catalogue and showcased on the ED-Awards website, offering further visibility to their creators.
Categories for 2025
The European Design Awards 2025 features nine main categories for submission:
- Branding
- Packaging
- Promotion
- Publications
- Typography
- Illustration
- Digital Applications
- Internal Productions
- Miscellaneous
In addition to the main categories, there are three special prizes:
- Jury’s Prize
- Agency of the Year
- Best of Show
Festival and Awards Ceremony
The European Design Awards Festival and Awards Ceremony is an annual highlight, held in a different European city each year. Recognized as one of the most important events on the communication design calendar, the festival provides an ideal opportunity for creative minds to connect and celebrate the best in the industry.
The Jury
Submitted works are evaluated by three specialized juries, comprising representatives from leading European design media and institutions. These jurors come from top communication design magazines, ensuring that the awards maintain a high standard of excellence.
Eligibility and Submission Rules
The competition is open to designers living or working in Europe. Designers based in Europe may submit work created for clients both inside and outside Europe. Non-European designers can submit work that was specifically created for the European market.
Entry Fees
The entry fee for each submission is €169, with a discounted rate of €135.2 per submission for five or more entries. For students, the entry fee is reduced to €40.
Don’t miss the chance to gain recognition for your design talent on one of the most esteemed stages in the industry. Submit your work for the European Design Awards 2025 and join a community of visionary designers from across Europe!
For more details and to submit your work, visit the official European Design Awards website.
