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Key Dates

24 July - Launch Deadline
23 October - Standard Deadline
29 January 2026 - Late Deadline
27 February 2026 - Judging
11 March 2026 - Winners Announced

Milan Design Awards - Quick Start

The Milan Design Awards are open! 

Here's what you need to do to start your nomination...

Step 1. Choose your category

Choose from one of the 10 Major Categories below and then choose your sub-category.

Step 2. Start your draft nomination

All you need for now is a project title, you can come back to the nomination form later and finish it off.

Step 3.  Pay for your nomination 

Pay now to lock in the current nomination price before we reach the next deadline.

DONE! It’s that easy! 

What next?

You've started and paid for your nomination, here's what to do next...

Finish your Nomination

So you have started and paid for your nomination, now you need to finish it! Head to our 'Tips for your nomination' section of the FAQ for some pointers on how to make your nomination stand out.

All paid nominations include a single trophy at no additional cost.

All winning projects from the Milan Design Awards will be elevated to the European Design Awards. Learn more about nomination inclusions here

If you have further questions about your nomination, head to the Awards FAQ or drop us a line at support@betterfutureawards.com - We are here to help!