World’s Outstanding Chinese Designer Award
The honour recognises a designer of Chinese heritage who has accomplished outstanding achievements in his or her own discipline, and who is dedicated to furthering design through educational activities, participation in professional organisations, and social commitment.

The Award also has a broader significance. By reaching out to Chinese designers around the globe, it creates a pool of shared knowledge and experience that stems from common ethnic and cultural origins. The organisers’ vision is to start a ripple effect in Hong Kong that will form a tide reaching every corner of the world where Chinese designers work. The process will help to identify role models who can inspire future generations of young Chinese designers everywhere.

Judging Criteria
The Award is intended to recognise an established figure in the design field who has an exceptional track record for the quality and success of his or her work

It also pays tribute to the winner’s significant contributions to the design community. These may take the form of involvement in academic exploration or practical application, as well as participation in educational, training or research activities on either a national or an international level.

Finally, the social consciousness and responsibility of candidates will be taken into account. The winner will possess a humanitarian outlook that inspires him or her to create designs that have a positive impact on people’s lives and on the environment.