2025 Gyeongnam K-Design Award: Complete FAQ for Participants
Summary
The 2025 Gyeongnam K-Design Award is an international design competition hosted by Gyeongsangnam-do Province that provides a platform for global creative talent to showcase their work and connect with industry needs, offering significant prize money and exhibition opportunities.
What is the 2025 Gyeongnam K-Design Award?
It is an international design competition hosted by Gyeongsangnam-do Province and organized by the Gyeongnam Design Industry Association, serving as a premier platform for domestic and international designers to demonstrate creativity and practicality.
Who can participate in this competition?
Domestic and international designers can participate either individually or in teams of up to four members, with no entry fee required.
What are the main competition categories?
There are two main tracks: the Open Theme Category (covering Product & Craft Design, Visual & Information Design, Digital Content Design, Spatial/Environmental/Service Design, and AI-Integrated Design) and the Corporate Proposal Task Category (addressing nine real-world business projects).
What are the prizes and awards offered?
The competition offers over 29 million KRW in total prize money, including the Grand Prize (10 million KRW and Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Award), Gold Prize (2 winners), Silver Prize (4 winners), Bronze Prize (6 winners), plus separate recognition for corporate and high school divisions.
What is the timeline for the competition?
The first-round online application period starts first, followed by physical prototype submission between October 20-27 for entries that advance, with winners announced and showcased at the awards ceremony and public exhibition on December 17.
Where will selected works be exhibited?
Selected works will be featured in a collaborative exhibition at DESIGN KOREA 2025, taking place November 12-16 at COEX in Seoul, in addition to the awards ceremony exhibition.
Why is this competition significant for designers?
It provides a gateway to global opportunities, connects directly with industry needs, supports emerging designers, and offers substantial prize money and prestigious recognition.
How can I get more information or contact the organizers?
Visit the official website at gnk-designaward.net or contact the Gyeongnam Design Industry Association at +82 55-298-1557.
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