Product Design

PRODUCT DESIGN OF THE YEAR

The best products have the ability to transform society, saving labor, saving lives, or simply providing entertainment. Creativity in product design can spark a wave that sweeps through an entire industry, changing it for the better.

MUSE Design Awards has deep respect for the hard work involved in truly innovative product design. We are looking for new products of any category that are uniquely useful, that inspire confidence and loyalty in customers, that offer joy.

Those who win Product Design of the Year award have their eye on the evolving needs of their marketplace, and the dedication and creativity to meet those needs. We offer the recognition you deserve.

Product Design categories

PD24001. Animals & Pets (NEW)
PD24002. 3D Printed
PD24003. Aids / Prosthetics
PD24004. Accessories
PD24005. Audio & Video Devices
PD24006. Baby, Kids & Children Products
PD24007. Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware & Cookware
PD24008. Bathroom Fittings / Appliances
PD24009. Beauty & Cosmetic Products
PD24010. Building Technology (NEW)
PD24011. Computer & Information Technology
PD24012. COVID-19 Related
PD24013. Digital & Electronic Devices
PD24014. Eco / Green (NEW)
PD24015. Educational Tools / Teaching Aids / Learning Devices
PD24016. Energy Products & Devices
PD24017. Engineering
PD24018. Entertainment
PD24019. Event & Booth
PD24020. Experimental (NEW)
PD24021. Flora & Fauna
PD24022. Furnishings (NEW)
PD24023. Future Technologies
PD24024. Gaming, AR & VR
PD24025. Hardware, Power & Hand Tools
PD24026. Healthcare
PD24027. Heavy Machinery
PD24028. Hobby & Leisure
PD24029. Home Appliances
PD24030. Imaging & Vision
PD24031. Industrial
PD24032. Kitchen Accessories / Appliances
PD24033. Lifestyle
PD24034. Media & Home Electronics
PD24035. Medical Devices
PD24036. Music, Audio & Sound
PD24037. Office Equipment
PD24038. Outdoor & Exercise Equipment
PD24039. Personal Care
PD24040. Pregnancy & Maternity
PD24041. Robotics
PD24042. Safety
PD24043. Scientific Instruments & Research Equipments
PD24044. Security / Privacy (NEW)
PD24045. Skincare
PD24046. Smart Home
PD24047. Smart Technologies
PD24048. Sports Equipments
PD24049. Sustainable Living / Environmental Preservation
PD24050. Switches, Temperature Control Systems
PD24051. Telecommunications
PD24052. Textiles / Floor Coverings
PD24053. Tools
PD24054. Toys
PD24055. Travel Accessories
PD24056. Unexpected Design
PD24057. Wearable Technologies
PD24058. Windows, Doors
PD24059. Workplace & Office
PD24000. Other Product Design

Deadlines & Fees

Architects, builders, contractors, developers, engineers, business owners are encouraged to submit work that is in prototype or complete*.

Winners are determined by one entry, and not an entire body of work, so careful selection should be observed.

2024
Entry Period
Early Bird
(Oct 13 - Nov 9, 2023)
Regular
(Nov 10 - Dec 7, 2023)
Final
(Dec 8, 2023 - Jan 11, 2024)
Final Extension
(Jan 12 - Mar 28, 2024)
Professional 1st
Entry
$199 $209 $229 $239
Additional
Entry
$199 $209 $229 $239
Additional
Category*
$139 $149 $169 $179
Early Results Announcement: Mar 15, 2024 (Entries Submitted By Mar 13, 2024)
Full Results Announcement: Apr 12, 2024 (Entries Submitted after Mar 13, 2024)

* You may submit an entry into multiple categories at the same time. The first Category will be charged as per the original submission fee. Additional categories (2 or more) will be charged as such.

Rather than increasing the fee for each entry, fees are only charged in order to cover administrative costs like printing, mailing and data organization. For this reason, each participant is charged a flat $30 administration fee. When all participants pay the same low fee, those submitting more than one entry will actually pay less than if fees were on a sliding scale.

PROJECT DATE
Work submitted must have been created within the last 5 years.

Prizes and recognition

The Winner of the Product Design of the Year award receives a complimentary, limited-edition of the prestigious MUSE statuette and certificate. Winning works will be highlighted on the main page of the MUSE Design Awards website, and published on all of its social media platforms for a full year.

In addition, Platinum, Gold, and Silver winners will receive a complimentary certificate, personalized press release, as well as graphic for use in promotions. Winners in these categories may choose to purchase their respective MUSE Statuette for a reasonable fee. Winning designs featured on our media partner’s site – MUSE.World and online media platforms.

MUSE STATUETTE

Sleek, limited edition statuettes to signify your crowning achievement

ONLINE INTERVIEW

Showcase your achievement with a published interview you complete with our convenient online form

WINNING BADGES FOR WINNERS

Promote your success on social media, websites, and more

MUSE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

Display your excellence to the world, with a winning certificate personalized just for you

LIFETIME RECOGNITION

Take your place in our "Hall of Fame" (winner’s gallery) by adding your name to the pantheon of winners

INTERNATIONAL MEDIA COVERAGE

Build your success by utilizing the winners’ press releases, and showcase your win on our high-visibility website

submission details

Submit your entry online in FOUR easy steps:

Step 1

Tap the "My Account" button to register your username and password. If you are already a member, tap "Log In."

Step 2

Complete the short online entry form. Don't forget you can enter each work in more than one category.

Step 3

Upload your entry* to the system.

Step 4

Click “Checkout” to process your entry fees.

* File Limits; Up to 10 files in in JPEG/PNG and/or PDF can be uploaded per entry. For a smooth uploading process, please ensure images are formatted as JPEG/PNG, 1000px, and no larger than 4MB. Please save PDFs in "Screen View", limited to 6 pages per entry, or 4MB in size.

* Submissions should be as detailed as possible. For example, architectural submissions should include small-scale site plans for context, and images of all sides of the building and its environment. A complex of buildings should include a rendering. Restorations and remodels should include images of the site "before and after."

* Submissions can be entered as concepts, completed, or works in process. Completed projects may not be older than five years.

* Limit written descriptions of your project to 350 words or less.