IDA x Bangkok Design Week 2026 strengthens Thailand’s position as a global creative hub
Bangkok has officially welcomed one of the world’s most prestigious design platforms as the 19th Annual International Design Awards Gala takes place at ICONSIAM. Organized by International Design Awards under the Farmani Group, the landmark event is presented in strategic collaboration with ICONSIAM and Bangkok Design Week 2026, marking a significant milestone for Thailand’s creative industry.
After nearly two decades of celebrating visionary designers, architects, and creative thinkers from around the world, the International Design Awards brings its globally recognized Gala to Thailand for the first time. Previously hosted in major design capitals such as Los Angeles, New York, Oslo, and Shanghai, the arrival of IDA in Bangkok reinforces the city’s growing reputation as a dynamic center for global design excellence.
The 19th Annual IDA Awards Gala gathered more than 300 distinguished guests, including international award winners, industry leaders, and influential figures from across the global design community. This milestone event provides a powerful platform for Thai designers and creatives to engage directly with international counterparts, exchange ideas, and establish valuable global networks.
By hosting the IDA Gala in partnership with Bangkok Design Week 2026, the event amplifies its mission to foster innovation, celebrate creative excellence, and drive forward-thinking design concepts that set new industry standards. The collaboration highlights Bangkok’s emergence as a creative city with the potential to shape conversations in architecture, interior design, fashion, graphic design, and product innovation on a global scale.
Celebrating Excellence Across Five Design Disciplines
The International Design Awards continues to honor outstanding achievements across Architecture, Interior Design, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, and Product Design. Each winning project reflects the core values of concept, aesthetics, and functionality, reinforcing IDA’s commitment to advancing the global creative industry.
Winner Highlights of the 19th Annual IDA Awards Gala include
Architectural Design of the Year
Yohoo Museum by Aedas led by Ken Wai
Interior Design of the Year
NTT DATA Milan Headquarters by De Amicis Architetti led by Giacomo De Amicis
Fashion Design of the Year
The Error of Perfection by Fashion House Lekeckas designed by Kestutis Lekeckas
Graphic Design of the Year
ADHDesigner by Zipei Zhang, Calorine Ren, and Yuling Zhou
Product Design of the Year
King Long MH hydrogen electric truck tractor
These award winning works demonstrate how design continues to evolve beyond aesthetics, integrating sustainability, technology, cultural storytelling, and forward thinking innovation.
IDA Design Talks and Global Knowledge Exchange
In addition to the Gala, the IDA Design Talks and Symposium took place one day prior at W Bangkok at The House on Sathorn. This knowledge sharing platform opened its doors to the public, offering insights from award winners, IDA jury members, and internationally recognized design experts.
The program featured presentations across 15 topics, covering emerging design trends, multidisciplinary innovation, and the evolving role of creativity in shaping industries worldwide. By bridging global expertise with local talent, the symposium further strengthens Thailand’s connection to the international design community.
IDA and EPDA Masterpiece Exhibition at Bangkok Design Week 2026
As part of Bangkok Design Week 2026, more than 70 Masterpiece award winning projects from the International Design Awards and the European Product Design Award 2025 are showcased in Bangkok. This curated exhibition provides a rare opportunity for Thai audiences and industry professionals to experience world class design achievements firsthand.
Following its showcase in Bangkok, the IDA and EPDA winners exhibition will travel globally through the House of Lucie network, including Budapest, Athens, Kashan, and Ostuni. In Thailand, Koh Samui will also host the exhibition, extending its cultural impact beyond the capital.
Strengthening Thailand’s Global Creative Position
The 19th Annual International Design Awards Gala at ICONSIAM represents more than a prestigious ceremony. It symbolizes Thailand’s growing role in the international creative economy. By connecting global design leaders with the Thai creative community, the event reinforces Bangkok’s position as a rising global hub for architecture, interior design, product innovation, fashion, and graphic design.
Through its long standing mission, the International Design Awards continues to support emerging and established talents worldwide, celebrating groundbreaking ideas that shape the future of design. With Bangkok now added to its global journey, the IDA further expands its influence while elevating Thailand’s presence on the world design stage.
For more information about the International Design Awards, please visit the official website or contact the organizing team directly.