Celebrate & Support

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Celebrate and support design

National Design Awards
Thursday, October 5, 2023
5:30–8:30 p.m.

The National Design Awards recognize innovation and impact in design. Join us on October 5th to celebrate the 24th class of winners and the power of design. Thank you for supporting our mission to educate, inspire, and empower people through design.

See the Highlights

Neri Oxman receiving the 2018 National Design Award for Interaction Design

National Design Award winners share their work, vision, and expertise through talks and discussions

Family programs offer opportunities for design enthusiasts of all ages to play the role of designer

Students learn about design careers and education pathways at Design Career Fair

Visitors enjoy free museum admission during National Design Week

Participants explore design in hands-on workshops hosted by leading designers

Visitors may join tours to explore Cooper Hewitt’s collection and exhibitions on view, or to learn more about the history of the Carnegie Mansion

Cooper Hewitt’s learning programs offer opportunities for emerging designers to connect with mentors, during National Design Week and throughout the year

This event is made possible by

National Design Awards Partners

Shelby and Frederick Gans
Helen and Edward Hintz

National Design Awards Sponsors
Apple
Alexandra and Paul Herzan
Lisa Roberts and David Seltzer
Crystal and Chris Sacca

National Design Awards Patrons
Kimberly Schuessler
Richard M. Smith and Dr. Soon-Young Yoon
Jon C. Iwata
Agnes Gund
Scott Belsky
Champions Design
Heller Furniture
Bobby Martin
Thomas Robinson
Margaret Stewart

National Design Awards trophies are created by The Corning Museum of Glass.