The Good Design Award Philippines

The Good Design Award Philippines champions design excellence that expertly brings together the universal ideals of form, function, and innovation, with the Filipino value of malasakit (compassion). This biennial program recognizes breakthrough solutions that address “wicked problems” and improve quality of life, while elevating Philippine design on the global stage.

Launched in 2019, the award is an initiative of the Design Center of the Philippines and the Design Advisory Council, in cooperation with the Japan Institute of Design Promotion.

Together, we inspire revolutionary design solutions that promote prosperity, sustainability, inclusivity, and diversity, while reflecting the heart and ingenuity of the Philippines.

Good design starts with malasakit.

One thing that sets Good Design Award Philippines apart from other Good Design Awards is its emphasis on the Filipino value of malasakit (compassion). While it is common knowledge that form, function and innovation are the fundamental pillars of a good design, Good Design Award Philippines strongly believes that malasakit must be the heart and soul of good design.

‍By stressing the importance of malasakit in good design, the Good Design Award Philippines shines its light on design’s impact and context, particularly its ability to improve lives and to address social, economic, and environmental sustainability. Designing with malasakit in mind entails to proactively address the challenges that the society faces today as reflected in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Object Making

Object designs that are tangible and can be utilized in everyday life.
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Home Furniture and Decor
Lighting
Kitchen
Bathroom
Garden
Office Furniture and Supplies
Public/Retail
Textiles / Wall / Floor
Apparel and Clothing
Accessories
Automobiles / Vehicles
Sports

Image Making

Refers to the discipline of creating tangible (i.e. printed) and intangible (i.e. digital) mediums for effective and compelling communication of ideas

Packaging
Food and Beverages
Beauty / Health
Medicine / Pharmaceutics
Household & Consumer Products
Industry / B2B

Communication
Websites
Apps / Software
Film / Video
Corporate Identity / Branding
Magazine / Press / Publishing
Campaigns / Advertising
Annual Reports
Typography / Signage
Events

Place Making

Places or environments designed innovatively for the improvement of people’s everyday lives.

Built Environment and Architecture
Public Buildings
Residential
Office / Industry
Retail / Hospitality
Urban / Landscape
Mixed Use

Interior Architecture and Interior Design
Trade Fairs / Exhibitions
Public Exhibitions
Shops / Showrooms
Hotels / Spas / Restaurants / Bars
Residential
Offices / Workspaces
Public Buildings
Installations

Systems and Service Design

Any system, service, or process designed to make operations more efficient and sustainable not just for the organization but most especially for the people.

Service Innovations
Systems / Service Manufacturing
Supply Chain, Distribution and Logistics
Health and Sanitation
Transportation
Construction
Finance
Retail
Tourism and Recreation
Education
Entertainment
Government

Material Innovation

The development of new or existing materials with enhanced properties or functionalities that meet new needs or solve problems. This could include materials based on circular economy principles where waste is designed out and materials are re-used.

Governance & Civic Design

Programs, policies, systems, and public initiatives that harness design thinking to transform governance, public services, and civic life.

Participatory and co-creation processes
Public space and place making initiatives
Civil technology and digital governance tools
Crisis and resilience planning
Policy and systems innovation
Community innovation hubs and civic labs

Benefits of Winning the Good Design Award Philippines

Visibility & Market Reach

Earn the Good Design Award Philippines seal, a lasting symbol of excellence and quality guarantee, to boost your design’s market value.
Gain widespread recognition, media attention, and publicity.
Get featured at the official website gallery and in the biennial yearbook.
Show your product and tell your story through a professional photo shoot and video production.
Gain the opportunity to be featured in Design Center’s flagship programs, highlighting the awardee’s journey and impact.
Secure a designated exhibit space with selling opportunity.

Recognition & Symbolic Value

Receive a trophy based on the original artwork of Design Center inaugural Executive Director and Philippine National Artist, Arturo R. Luz.

International Exposure & Exchange

Automatically get considered for the prestigious Good Design Award Japan.
Online seminar on the Japanese consumer market (for G Mark awardees).
Invitation to networking dinner.

Technical & Product Development Support

Secure Intellectual Property protection through filing of Utility Model, Industrial Design, and Trademark with the Innovation & Technology Support Office (ITSO).
Access to trends report from WGSN to inform product development and market positioning.
Benefit from a customized toolkit to support product refinement, storytelling, and market readiness.

Business & Financing Opportunities

Endorsement to SB Corp. for potential financing under MSME support programs.

Awards

Malasakit Award (Gran Prix)

The Malasakit Award is the highest design honor and represents the best in show design.

This coveted accolade is selected from the Gold Awardees and is judged as the highest embodiment of malasakit, reflecting design excellence while making a positive impact in helping shape a better, safer, and more sustainable world by addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through design.

Gold Award

represents the highest level of design excellence in a category and represents the best in class design.

Red Award

is awarded to products, services, or projects that, in the expert opinion of the jury, strongly demonstrate the value of Good Design.

Blue Award

recognizes local government units (LGUs) that champion innovative programs, policies, systems, and public initiatives applying design thinking to improve governance, public services, and civic life.

Green Award

is a special award given to the product, service, or project that embodies the highest level of excellence in the practice of sustainable design.

White Award

is a new special citation given to raw materials that are new, or an improvement/innovation to existing materials.

Good Design Award Japan (G Mark) is the only comprehensive design evaluation and promotion mechanism in Japan. Established in 1957, the G Mark is a globally recognized symbol of design excellence. Its rigorous evaluation process identifies products that elevate user experience, industrial progress, and societal well-being. The G Mark signifies innovation and quality, empowering businesses, particularly MSMEs, to gain international recognition and market access.

Good Design Award Philippines winners are exempted from the initial screening of the Good Design Award Japan and enter the evaluation at the final screening.

The Good Design Award Japan, also known as G Mark, was established in 1957 by the Council for Design Promotion—now known as the Japan Institute of Design Promotion (JDP)—with the intention of recognizing exceptional design. Led by Architect Junzo Sakakura and a team of 42 experts, the initiative highlighted innovative products and services that enriched everyday life and propelled the nation’s industrial growth.

Six decades since its inception, the G Mark has become a global symbol of excellence in design and quality guarantee that has influenced consumer choices.

In 2017, the ASEAN-Japan Centre (AJC) launched the “ASEAN Design Selection”, a two-year regional program in collaboration with JDP’s Good Design Award. The initiative promoted ASEAN’s creative industries by recognizing products and services with good design and positive impact. It also enabled participating micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to enhance product and service marketability to meet the Japanese consumers’ preference and build collaborations with Japanese companies.

On 20 March 2020, the AJC, JDP, and the Design Center of the Philippines formalized a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote and strengthen cooperation in design promotion. The agreement connects the design award platform of Japan and the Philippines through a collaborative program between G Mark and Good Design Award Philippines, while also promoting Filipino products and services in Japan. This partnership further opens trade avenues and business opportunities for designers from both nations to produce products and services that drive industrial growth and enrich people’s lives. 

Jurors

Jury
Chair

Mylene Abiva

Co-Chair, Design Advisory Council (DAC) President and CEO, FELTA Multi-media, Inc.

Mylene Abiva is a pioneering figure in the Philippine tech and education space, known for her advocacy of robotics education and innovation in learning technologies. As President and CEO of FELTA Multi-Media Inc., she champions the integration of 21st-century learning tools in Philippine classrooms and spearheaded the country's participation in international robotics competitions. A multi-awarded entrepreneur, Mylene was the first Filipina inducted into the Women in STEM Hall of Fame in the US and is a tenacious voice for women in business and technology. Her leadership intersects technology, design, and inclusive education.

Chair
Emeritus

Royal Pineda

Principal Architect, Royal Pineda+ Architecture●Design

Royal Pineda is a celebrated architect and advocate for modern Filipino architecture, emphasizing simplicity, sustainability, and cultural pride. As the Principal Architect of ROYAL PINEDA+, he promotes "Filipinism" in design, a contemporary expression of Filipino identity rooted in local context and global relevance. His works, which range from luxury residences to major national structures, echo his belief in design as a form of nation-building. Royal also served as curator for the Philippine Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai.Shape

Image Making

Charlene Balaan

Communications Associate, UNDP Philippines

Charlene Balaan bridges design and development communications in her work with the UNDP. Her expertise lies in translating complex global challenges into compelling, human-centered narratives and visuals that engage diverse audiences.

Dan Matutina

Founding Partner, Plus63 Design Co.

Dan Matutina is a visual designer and illustrator whose signature style combines angular geometry with rich textures and vibrant narratives. As founder of Plus63 Design Co., he works on branding and storytelling for both international clients and Filipino social impact initiatives.

Haraya del Rosario-Gust

Co-Founder and President, StraightArrow Corp.

Haraya del Rosario-Gust is a creative strategist with expertise in visual storytelling, branding, and development communications. Her design thinking approach is rooted in cultural sensitivity and impact-oriented messaging, making her a valuable force in both corporate and social innovation landscapes.

Jowee Alviar

Co-Founder and Creative Director, Team Manila

Jowee Alviar is a graphic designer and educator best known for co-founding Team Manila, a studio that helped redefine contemporary Filipino visual identity. With a deep archive of Philippine graphic heritage, his work blends cultural preservation and bold modern expression, influencing generations of Filipino creatives.

Matec Villanueva

Marketing & Communications Director, Ateneo de Manila University

With over three decades in advertising, Matec Villanueva is one of the Philippines' most respected marketing communications professionals. Her leadership in top ad agencies and as an educator demonstrates her passion for purpose-driven branding and cultivating creative excellence in media.

Melvin Mangada

Member, Design Advisory Council (DAC) Chief Creative Officer, TBWA/SantiagoMangadaPuno

A multi-awarded creative director, Melvin Mangada, has shaped the Philippine advertising landscape with campaigns that blend cultural insight and bold design. As a D&AD and Cannes Lions juror, he brings a global perspective to local creativity, constantly pushing design toward social relevance.

Paolo Toledo

Head of Creative Development, Globe Telecommunication

Paolo Toledo is a data-driven brand and marketing strategist, focused on creating seamless digital customer experiences. With a background in global agencies and tech-driven companies, his work highlights the intersection of analytics, design, and storytelling in audience engagement.

Shunsuke Ishikawa

Founder, Kesiki Inc.

Shunsuke Ishikawa is a Japanese designer and innovation strategist whose practice spans branding, service design, and social transformation. As a partner at KESIKI, he helps build future-forward organizations through design that is holistic, collaborative, and human-centered.

Object Making

Aljo Quintans

Joint Programme Coordinator, UNDP

A rising figure in Philippine industrial design, Aljo Quintans brings a keen eye for form and function, drawing on local insights to inform his product solutions. His work reflects a growing generation of Filipino designers dedicated to user-driven innovation.

Earl Qua

Member, Design Advisory Council (DAC) COO, VOXP Technologies & Innovations, Inc.

Earl Lawrence Qua brings precision and innovation to the manufacturing sector as a leader in electronic manufacturing services. His work highlights the importance of design for manufacturability and performance, playing a crucial role in driving product innovation across various industries.

Emi Englis

Member, Design Advisory Council (DAC) Fashion Designer, Davao Fashion and Design Council

Emi Englis is an industrial designer and educator whose work emphasizes local crafts, indigenous materials, and design as a driver of sustainable development. His passion for design-led entrepreneurship is evident in his advocacy for inclusive design in Mindanao and across the Philippines.

Kenneth Cobonpue

Industrial Designer, Interior Crafts of the Islands, Inc.

Internationally acclaimed for his organic forms and innovative use of local materials, Kenneth Cobonpue has redefined Filipino craftsmanship for the global stage. His signature design style bridges tradition and contemporary aesthetics, making him one of the Philippines’ most globally recognized designers.

Kevin Dizon

Consultant, Science Research Specialist II, DOST

Kevin Dizon contributes to the intersection of design, science, and public policy through his work at the Department of Science and Technology. He champions design as a strategic tool in research and development, particularly in advancing local industries.Shape

Tina Periquet

Principal, Periquet Galicia

An award-winning interior architect and furniture designer, Tina Periquet is renowned for her refined aesthetic, which seamlessly blends functionality with understated elegance. A topnotcher in the Interior Design Licensure Exams, she leads Periquet Galicia Inc. with a focus on crafting bespoke environments that reflect cultural depth and meticulous design thinking.

Tito de la Peña

Industrial Designer & Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman

Tito de la Peña is a respected educator and practitioner of industrial design whose work spans user-centered design, sustainability, and cultural integration. He nurtures future design leaders through his academic role while contributing to national design conversations.

Place Making

Bambi Mañosa-Tanjutco

Interior Design Head, Mañosa.Co

Bambi Mañosa-Tanjutco continues the Mañosa architectural legacy with a strong focus on design for social good. Through her leadership and philanthropy, she supports initiatives for Filipino children and community-focused architecture rooted in cultural identity.

Butch Carungay

Member, Design Advisory Council (DAC) Focal Point, Cebu UNESCO City of Design

Butch Carungay is a Cebu-based design strategist and UN SDG advocate who works at the intersection of creativity, community development, and policy. He promotes inclusive growth through design thinking at both the grassroots and institutional levels.

Camille Soriano

Program Manager for Disaster Risk, Recovery, and Resilience, UNDP Philippines

Camille Soriano is an experienced Programme Manager with a strong track record in government organizations across the Philippines, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. She specializes in statutory planning, sustainable development, urban planning, project management, policy analysis, and disaster resilience. She holds a Master of Disaster Management from the University of Auckland and has completed master’s units in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of the Philippines.

Dominic Galicia

Principal Architect, Dominic Galicia Architects

Dominic Galicia is a heritage architect and conservationist celebrated for his sensitive restorations and modern reinterpretations of historic structures. He believes architecture can bridge the past and present, honoring legacy while embracing future-oriented solutions.

Joey Yupangco

Design Principal Joey Yupangco & Associates

Joey Yupangco is an architect and design consultant with a prolific career in commercial and cultural projects. He is known for his keen design sensibility and work that balances innovation, craft, and contextual awareness.

Kath Sapungay

Principal Architect, Sangay Architects

Kath Sapungay is a spatial designer and critic, known for her role in dialogues on housing, shelter, and spatial justice. Her practice and writing advocate for design that is democratic, inclusive, and anchored in local realities.

Louwie Gan

Architect, Urban Designer, Planner, L.A. Gan Associates

With a strong foundation in architectural design and urban planning, Louwie Gan brings decades of experience in shaping spaces that are functional, sustainable, and contextually grounded. His work reflects thoughtful integration of site, culture, and user needs.

Systems and Service Design

Abigail Mapúa

President & Co-Founder, KindMind

Abigail Mapúa is a systems thinker and service designer who applies human-centered methodologies to government, education, and social impact projects. With a background in design strategy and innovation, she helps organizations navigate complexity and co-create solutions with communities.

Jenny Wieneke

Chief Marketing Officer, JWien Food Corp.

Jenny Wieneke is an entrepreneur and business mentor who champions inclusive economic growth through design-driven microenterprise. As co-founder of Tokyo Tempura and Kalye Negosyo, she transforms everyday food and retail experiences into scalable business models, emphasizing system innovation, grassroots empowerment, and sustainable service design.

Mark Colentava

Director of Product, BayaniPay

Mark Colentava works at the intersection of digital strategy and service design, consulting on transformative solutions for enterprises and public sector partners. He advocates for user-first innovation and agile design to improve access, equity, and experience in complex systems.

Reese Fernandez-Ruiz

Co-Founder and President, Rags2Riches

Reese Fernandez-Ruiz is a pioneering social entrepreneur who co-founded Rags2Riches, a fashion and lifestyle brand that empowers artisan communities through circular, ethical, and inclusive business models. Her work exemplifies how design can reshape systems, bridging sustainability, dignity, and economic justice.

Rosstyn Fallorina

Head of Solutions Mapping, UNDP

Rosstyn Fallorina is an emerging leader in service and experience design, with a focus on improving public services and digital systems. His practice is grounded in participatory research, systems thinking, and building design solutions that are both human-centered and scalable.Shape

Material Innovation

Bambi Mañosa-Tanjutco

Interior Design Head, Mañosa.Co

Elmerei Cuevas

Social Innovation Analyst, UNDP

Elmerei Cuevas is an architect with a passion for regenerative and sustainable material use. Her work explores how design can integrate environmental consciousness with technological advancement, contributing to future-ready design practices.

Emi Englis

Member, Design Advisory Council (DAC) Fashion Designer, Davao Fashion and Design Council

Engr. Persia Ada de Yro

Consultant, Senior Science Research Specialist, DOST

Persia Ada de Yro is a mechanical engineer and product development consultant whose work spans research and industrial innovation. She integrates engineering rigor with design foresight, advancing material technologies in both manufacturing and consumer applications.

Joey Yupangco

Design Principal Joey Yupangco & Associates

Jonathan Co

Project Head, Sentinel UpCycling Technologies

Jonathan Fung Co. is a material innovator focused on circular economy solutions and environmentally responsible product design. He bridges science and creativity to explore new material applications that address waste, efficiency, and sustainable development.

Reese Fernandez-Ruiz

Co-Founder and President, Rags2Riches

Submit your design and get a chance to bring it to the global design scene!

‍The Good Design Award Philippines accepts fully-implemented works in the Philippines in the form of objects, places, images, service/systems, and materials from the following:

Designers/Creatives from private or public institutions
Non-PH-based Designers/Creatives with commissioned work for Philippine-registered companies or institutions
PH-registered companies or institutions

Entries must have been launched / modified / made available in the Philippine market starting January 2023. Entries must be fully owned by its submitter. In case of dispute, Good Design Award Philippines has the discretion to disqualify such entries.

Interested? Read our requirements for each entrant and category and browse our FAQs before proceeding to our entry form. If you spotted a good design and wish to nominate, click the nomination form.

You may also email us for inquiries.

Entrant Requirements

Please submit at least one of the following documents and upload it in a Google Drive folder, together with the category requirements. Please make sure the link is in view or edit mode.

For Individual/Sole Proprietor

Form 2303/ Taxpayer Identification Number issued by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)
Business Permit issued by the Local Government Unit (LGU)
Certificate of Business Name Registration issued by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

For Partnership/Corporation

Form 2303 issued by the BIR
Certificate of Registration issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
Certificate of Registration issued by Clark Special Economic Zone Authority (CEZA)
Certificate of Registration issued by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)
Certificate of Registration issued by the Phividec Industrial Authority
Certificate of Registration issued by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA)
Certificate of Registration issued by the Zamboanga City Special Economic Authority and Freeport (ZAMBOFREEPORT)
Certificate of Registration issued by the Board of Investments (BOI)

For Government

Form 2303 issued by the BIR
Republic Act, Executive Order, or Ordinance on establishing the entity
Certificate of Income Classification from the Department of Finance

For Educational Institution

Form 2303 issued by the BIR
Certificate of Registration issued by the SEC
Permit to Operate from the Department of Education (DepEd)
Certificate of Registration as a Higher Education Institution issued by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED)
Certificate of Accreditation issued by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU)
Certificate of Accreditation from the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges Universities in the Philippines (AACCU)

For Non-Government Organization and others

Form 2303 issued by the BIR
Certificate of Done Institution Status issued by the BIR
Business Permit issued by the LGU
Certificate of Registration issued by the SEC
Certificate of Registration issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
Certificate of Registration issued by the Cooperative Development Association (CDA)
Certificate of Accreditation issued by the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC)

Category Requirements

Object Making

Image Requirements
Submit a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 images, covering the following recommended angles and details:

Full shot of the object
Close-up detail
Front view
Side view
In-use or context photo showcasing the product's functionality
Design concept sketch (if available)

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Video Requirements

Should ideally demonstrate the use and/or production process of the object.
Specifications: Must be in Full HD (1080p) or higher resolution.
Duration: Minimum of 2 minutes; Maximum of 3 minutes

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Note: Submissions must include at least one actual photo of the object (not just renders or mockups) as proof of implementation or market availability. The use of AI-generated photos or videos is strongly discouraged, as they may compromise the authenticity and credibility of the submission.

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Supplemental Documents
Entrants are encouraged to include:

Product brochures
Catalogs
Any additional material that supports the entry’s design story and value

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Labeling Requirements

‍All files must be properly labeled using the following format:
For example:

EntryNameFullShot1.jpg
EntryNameCloseUpShot1.jpg

‍‍Clearly label digital renders or mockups as such (e.g., EntryName_Render1.jpg).

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Upload all files in a Google Drive folder and paste the link in the GDA online entry form. Please make sure the link is in view or edit mode.

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Image Making

‍Image Requirements
Submit a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 images, covering the following recommended angles and details:

Full shot of the entry
Close-up shot
Front view
Side view
Photo that showcases its usage
Still shots from videos, if applicable
Design Concept Board, if available
Conceptual Sketch / Illustration Specimens, if available

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Video Requirements

You may showcase your design reel, campaign video, or case study
Specifications: Must be in Full HD (1080p) or higher resolution.
Duration: Minimum of 2 minutes; Maximum of 3 minutes

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Notes: Submissions must include at least one actual photo of the image being implemented (not just renders or mockups) as proof of implementation or market availability. The use of AI-generated photos or videos is strongly discouraged, as they may compromise the authenticity and credibility of the submission.

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Supplemental Documents
Entrants are encouraged to include:

Brochures
Catalogs
Brand Manuals
Any additional material that supports the entry’s design story and value

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Labeling Requirements

‍All files must be properly labeled using the following format:
For example:

EntryNameFullShot1.jpg
EntryNameCloseUpShot1.jpg

Clearly label digital renders or mockups as such (e.g., EntryName_Render1.jpg).

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Upload all files in a Google Drive folder and paste the link in the GDA online entry form. Please make sure the link is in view or edit mode.

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Place Making

Image Requirements
Submit a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 images, covering the following recommended angles and details:

Site Development Plan
Concept Sketches and/or Studies
Building Plans such as Floor Plans, Sections, Elevations, etc.
Photos showing different perspectives of the entry:

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Bird's eye view
Wide-angle
Front view
Rearview
Left-side and Right-side views
Interior views

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Video Requirements

Showcase the space from different perspectives, ideally with people using it.
Specifications: Must be in Full HD (1080p) or higher resolution.
Duration: Minimum of 2 minutes; Maximum of 3 minutes

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Notes: All submissions must be actual photos and videos of the place (not renders) as proof of its completion. The use of AI-generated photos or videos is strongly discouraged, as they may compromise the authenticity and credibility of the submission.

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Supplemental Documents
Entrants are encouraged to include:

Brochures
Any additional material that supports the entry’s design story and value

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Labeling Requirements

‍All files must be properly labeled using the following format:
For example:

EntryNameFullShot1.jpg
EntryNameCloseUpShot1.jpg

Clearly label digital renders or mockups as such (e.g., EntryName_Render1.jpg).

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Upload all files in a Google Drive folder and paste the link in the GDA online entry form. Please make sure the link is in view or edit mode.

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Systems and Service Design

Image Requirements
Submit a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 images, covering the following recommended angles and details:

Process Flow / Systems Diagram / Service Blueprint / Experience Map / User Journey Map (can be in PDF or Powerpoint Format)
Results infographic, if available
Photos showcasing the system/service design in action
For Game Development: Submit the visual assets like character designs, level layouts, and UI mockups to help the judges understand the game aesthetics.
For Mobile and Web Development Applications: Submit a document outlining the app's concept, intended goals, benefits, target audience, key features, and any relevant technology used.

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Video Requirements

Describe the specific problem your entry aims to solve, and explain how the entry addresses or responds to that challenge.
Specifications: Must be in Full HD (1080p) or higher resolution.
Duration: Minimum of 2 minutes; Maximum of 3 minutes
For Game Development: Submit an easy-to-understand game demo video not longer than 3 minutes along with game design documents.
For Mobile and Web Development Applications: Submit a video not longer than 3 minutes demonstrating the app's functionality.

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Notes: All submissions must be actual photos of the system or service being implemented (not renders) as proof of its completion. The use of AI-generated photos or videos is strongly discouraged, as they may compromise the authenticity and credibility of the submission.

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Supplemental Documents
Entrants are encouraged to include:

Brochures
Catalogs
Case Study
Any additional material that supports the entry’s design story and value
For Mobile Applications: The online platform where the app can be downloaded (e.g., Google Play, Apple Store, etc.)

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Labeling Requirements

‍All files must be properly labeled using the following format:
For example:

EntryNameFullShot1.jpg
EntryNameCloseUpShot1.jpg

Clearly label digital renders or mockups as such (e.g., EntryName_Render1.jpg).

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Upload all files in a Google Drive folder and paste the link in the GDA online entry form. Please make sure the link is in view or edit mode.

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Material Innovation

Image Requirements
Submit a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 images, covering the following recommended angles and details:

Overview of the material's appearance, texture, or any visible features
Cross-section of the material's layers and structures
Material bending, flexing, or undergoing deformation
Material's capabilities (e.g. self-healing)
Material in real-world applications or prototypes

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Video Requirements

Should demonstrate the production process from raw material to end product (without disclosing classified information, and proprietary knowledge, if any).
Must be in Full HD (1080p) or higher resolution.
Minimum of 2 minutes, Maximum of 3 minutes.

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Notes: All submissions must be actual photos of the material (not renders) as proof of its completion. The use of AI-generated photos or videos is strongly discouraged, as they may compromise the authenticity and credibility of the submission.

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Supplemental Documents
Entrants are encouraged to include:

Brochures
Catalogs
Any additional material that supports the entry’s production process, design story, and value.

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Labeling Requirements

‍All files must be properly labeled using the following format:
For example:

EntryNameFullShot1.jpg
EntryNameCloseUpShot1.jpg

Clearly label digital renders or mockups as such (e.g., EntryName_Render1.jpg).

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Upload all files in a Google Drive folder and paste the link in the GDA online entry form. Please make sure the link is in view or edit mode.

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Governance & Civic Design

Documents that confirm the validity of the initiative, such as project documents, process diagrams or service blueprints, communications or rollout collaterals, and/or evaluation reports written in a clear, concise language.
- Process Flow / Systems Diagram / Service Blueprint / Experience Map / User Journey Map (can be in PDF or Powerpoint Format)
- Results infographic, if available
- Photos showcasing the system/service design in action
- For Mobile and Web Development Applications: Submit a document outlining the app's concept, intended goals, benefits, target audience, key features, and any relevant technology used.

Documents that show evidence of impact, with measurable or observable results, e.g. improved citizen experience or service access; efficiency gains, cost savings, or resource optimizations.
High-resolution images of the project.
Supplementary information, such as news articles, feature articles/stories, videos, interviews, and citizen testimonials.
A video that demonstrates the use and/or flow of the program/systems, etc.
Specifications: Must be in Full HD (1080p) or higher resolution.
Duration: Minimum of 2 minutes; Maximum of 3 minutes

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‍Labeling Requirements
‍All files must be properly labeled using the following format:
For example:

EntryNameFullShot1.jpg
EntryNameCloseUpShot1.jpg

Clearly label digital renders or mockups as such (e.g., EntryName_Render1.jpg).

Upload all files in a Google Drive folder and paste the link in the GDA online entry form. Please make sure the link is in view or edit mode.

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Screening Perspectives

Jurors will evaluate the entries based on the following screening perspectives:

‍FORM
‍Execution of the idea, presentation, appeal, and ability to communicate purpose that makes it desirable to the user.

‍FUNCTION
‍Capability of product or service to deliver intended purpose or function with clarity.

‍INNOVATION
‍Ingenuity and capacity to enrich human life by providing new or improved programs and services.

‍POSITIVE USER EXPERIENCE
‍The aspects of usability, accessibility, emotional impact, preferences, and behaviors are well-considered showing a deep understanding of its end-users.

‍MALASAKIT
‍Measurable impact in line with United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Selection Process

All entries submitted by 15 February 2026, 23:59 (Philippine Time, UTC +8 hrs.), the deadline for submission, will be screened for validation. Valid entries will then undergo a three-step screening process:

Entry Validation

The Secretariat validates entries for eligibility and completion. Incomplete submissions are automatically disqualified.

Initial Deliberation

All valid entries will move on to the initial deliberation, where the jurors will select entries to be shortlisted in each of their respective categories.

Final Deliberation

Shortlisted entries are exhibited, and the jury members of each category convene to deliberate who will be selected for the Red Award. From the selected Red Awardees, all jurors deliberate to determine the Gold, Blue, and Malasakit Awardees.

Tabulation of Results

To ensure transparency and accountability, a third-party tabulator will compute and oversee the entire selection process from the Initial Jury Session to the Final Selection.

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Who can join?

‍Good Design Award Philippines accepts fully-implemented works in the Philippines in the form of objects, places, images, service/systems, and materials from the following:

Designers/Creatives from private or public institutions
Non-PH-based Designers/Creatives with commissioned work for Philippine-registered companies or institutions
PH-registered companies or institutions

Is there a registration fee?

JOINING GOOD DESIGN AWARD PHILIPPINES IS FREE. Nonetheless, the participant will be responsible for any costs associated with the delivery and transportation of the submission for the purpose of Final Deliberation.

Can I submit an entry that has been in the market for more than three years?
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Entries that have been on the market for more than three years may be submitted as long as upgrades, adjustments, or new features have been implemented between January 2023 and the present.

My entry has won in a different competition. Is it still eligible for entry to the Good Design Award Philippines?
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Yes, such entries are still eligible, but awards or recognitions received prior to submission of entry to Good Design Award Philippines will not have any bearing on the evaluation of your entry.

I am still a student. Can I submit an entry and join the competition?
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As long as you are a design or creative practitioner with a Taxpayer’s Identification Number or Philippine-registered business, you can submit an entry to the Good Design Award Philippines. Keep in mind that your entry must be fully implemented or executed, and must have been launched in the market not earlier than January 2023.

I have a product or service that is done/completed/working but yet to be commercialized. Can I enter it in the competition?
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An eligibility requirement is that the product/service must have been launched in the Philippine market not earlier than January 2023.

Can I submit a prototype as an entry?

Eligible entries must be a product or service that is fully implemented, executed or has been in the Philippine market (available for purchase or use) not earlier than January 2023. If an entry is ready for commercialization by November 2025, it will be accepted as an eligible entry.

Can I submit more than one entry?

‍Yes, you can submit as many eligible entries as you can.

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The Good Design Award Philippines

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Categories

Object Making

Image Making

Place Making

Systems and Service Design

Material Innovation

Governance & Civic Design

Benefits of Winning the Good Design Award Philippines

Awards

Malasakit Award (Gran Prix)

Gold Award

Red Award

Blue Award

Green Award

White Award

GDA Philippines Awardees

Jurors

JuryChair

ChairEmeritus

Image Making

Object Making

Place Making

Systems and Service Design

Material Innovation

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Entrant Requirements

For Individual/Sole Proprietor

For Partnership/Corporation

For Government

For Educational Institution

For Non-Government Organization and others

Category Requirements

Object Making

Image Making

Place Making

Systems and Service Design

Material Innovation

Governance & Civic Design

Screening Perspectives

Selection Process

Entry Validation

Initial Deliberation

Final Deliberation

Tabulation of Results

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Chair

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