The Biesse International Design Award 2026 invites students and emerging designers to develop innovative concepts for objects and furnishings capable of transforming residential and commercial spaces through a multi-material approach. Projects are expected to explore the dialogue between design, technology and materials, combining at least two materials among those processed with Biesse technologies — wood, glass, stone, plastic and composite materials, or metal — highlighting the potential of advanced manufacturing processes.
The competition offers a total prize fund of €18,000, distributed as follows:
1st Prize: €10,000
2nd Prize: €5,000
3rd Prize: €3,000
Projects must be submitted through the dedicated online platform by 23:59 (CET) on November 2, 2026.
Submissions will be evaluated anonymously by a jury composed of representatives from Biesse, POLI.design and experts from the design field.
The results of the competition will be announced by February 15, 2027.
The 2025 edition of the competition organized by POLI.design and Porada focuses on sofas. Take part in the contest sponsored by ADI – Associazione per il Disegno Industriale and submit your project by February 15th, 2026.
Competition
Smart Label, HOST Innovation Award
The prize for innovation in the hospitality industry is back. Here are more details about the 2025 edition of the competition promoted by HOST – Fiera Milano and POLI.design.