The Express European Product Design Award:
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Home is where we can express our unique selves and create a space of beauty and comfort, as well as convenience and luxury. From furniture to lighting, from decor to appliances, this is the category for all home-related products and designs.

1. Bathroom
   Bathtubs, Sinks, Toilets, Faucets, Finishing, Fittings/Appliances, Holders, Mirrors, Rails, Sanitary Equipment, Shelves, Taps and Shower Heads, Other Designs
2. Entertainment room
   Audio, Hobby and Leisure, Partition & Acoustic Systems, Projector, Seating, Sports Equipment, Video, TV and Home Entertainment, Systems, Other Designs
3. Home Furniture
   Bathroom, Bedroom, Garden and Pool, Interior, Kitchen, Living room, Accessories, Other Products
4. Home Lighting
   Accent Lamps, Architectural Lighting, Art-Glass Lighting, Attractive Lighting Projects, Bathroom Lighting, Ceiling Lights, Ceiling Fan, Chandeliers, Designer/Custom Lighting, Desk Lamps, Floor Lamps, Energy Saving Lighting, Full Spectrum Lamps, Green Lighting, Hanging/Pendant Lighting, Illuminated Home Decor, Lamps and Luminaires, Landscape Lighting, LED lighting products & Fixtures, Linear Lighting Systems, Outdoor Lighting, Portable Lighting, Special Purpose Lighting, Street Lighting, Systems, Track Lighting, Other Designs
5. Home
   Garden Accessory, Garden Appliances and Garden Equipment, Heating and Air Conditioning, Interior Design Elements, Robotics Appliances, Room Fragrances, Security System
6. Interior Decoration Products
7. Kitchen
   Accessories/Tabletop, Cookware and Cooking Utensils, Tableware, Blenders & Juicers, Coffee and Tea Makers, Cooktop & Ovens and Hoods, Dishwasher, Refrigerators, Other Designs
8. Other Home Interior Products

This category covers all consumer electronic products and designs, from everyday home appliances and audio-visual devices to computers and robotics–electronic products and designs that are part of our daily lives but also showing the way of the future.

1. Audio
   Connected Speakers, Earbuds, E-Instruments, Headphone, Noise Canceling, Instruments, Microphones, Recording, Smart Speakers, Sound Mixers, Sound Systems, Soundbars, Turntables, Wireless/Bluetooth Speakers, Accessories, Other Designs
2. Cameras
   Analog, Film, Bags, Digital, Drones and Action Cameras, Equipment, Tripods, Monopods, Lenses, Video Cameras, Accessories, Other Designs
3. Computers
   Laptops, Scanners and Printers, Tablets, Desktop, Information Technology, Accessories, Other Designs
4. Electrical
   Switches, Temperature & Control System
5. Home Appliances
   Major, Small
6. Phones
   Application Design, Cord or Cordless Home Phone, Mobile, Mobile phone Covers and accessories, Office Phone Systems, Other Designs
7. Security Systems
   Alarm and Home Security, Work and Industrial, Other Designs
8. Office Appliances
9. Professional Robotics and Drones
10. Consumer Electronic Packaging Designs
11. Other Consumer Electronics Designs

This category is for new interface and software designs, for computer, home appliances, mobiles, and other electronic devices, with the focus on maximizing usability and the user experience.

1. Interactive Interfaces
2. Mobile Apps
3. Product User Interface Design
4. UX Product Design
5. Other Products Interface Design

Personal care and a little pampering is essential in our busy lives. This category covers products and product designs for leisure, wellness, beauty and fashion.

1. Bags
   Backpacks, Briefcases, Chest Bags, Cosmetic, Garments, Gift, Handbags, Lunch Boxes, Shopping, Shoulder, Special Purpose Bags, Trolleys, Other Designs
2. Fashion
   Babies, Casual, Footwear, Formalwear, Hats & Caps, Haute Couture, Men, New Materials, Sleepwear/Underwear, Sportswear, Textile Product Design, Women, Youth/Teen, Other Designs
3. Luggage
   Carry-on, Checked, Kids, Luxury, Sets, Other Designs
4. Luxury Jewelry
   Bracelets, Earrings, Luxurious, Other, Rings
5. Luxury
   Leather Goods, Eyewear, Sunglasses, Other Designs
6. Watches
   Analog, Digital, Fashion, Luxurious, Smartwatches, Other Designs
7. Wellness and Beauty
   Eyes (mascara, shadow, …), Face (creamer, bronzer, anti-aging, …), Lips (lipstick, lip pencil, …), Skincare (hand cream, moisturizer, …), Tools (mirror, curler, scissors, …), Other Designs
8. Personal Hobby and Leisure
9. Personal Travel Accessories
10. Other Personal Products

This category covers all family-related products and designs, for parents, children, and those who help or care for them—from clothing and feeding, to gear and appliances, everything that has been designed or created to make the lives of parents and children better and easier.

1. Appliances
   Baby Swings, Bottle Warmers & Sterilizers, Breast Pumps & Storage, Food Makers, Monitoring Devices, Other Designs
2. Bath & Health
   Breastfeeding & Accessories, Cleansers, Cosmetics, Diapering & Accessories, Feeding Accessories, Haircare, Humidifiers/Vaporizers, Nail Care, Seats, Skincare, Sun Protection, Teething Relief/Teethers, Toothbrushes, Towels, Travel Kits, Tubs, Other Designs
3. Clothing
   Baby Carrier, Bloomers & Bottoms, Bodysuits, Casualwear, Changing Kits, Covers, Footwear, Headwear, Jackets & Hoodies, Maternity Bras, Sets, Sleepwear, Swimwear, Tops, Underwear, Washcloths, Other Designs
4. Gears & Strollers
   Double, Full-size, Jogging, Lightweight, Ride-on & Scooters, Steer & Push Trikes, Training Bikes, Travel System, Other Designs
5. Nursery
   Bedding, Dressers, Furniture & Sets, Lighting, Pillows, Storage, Other Designs
6. Safety
   Bath Accessories, Car Seats, Changing Tables, Convertible Car Seats, Edge & Corner Protections, Electrical, Harnesses & Leashes, Seat Covers, Travel Systems, Other Designs

We know that lessons and learning can happen not only in the classroom, but in all scenarios and settings. This category covers educational tools, aids and devices for both learning and teaching, as well as classroom products and furniture.

1. Classroom
   Boards, Books & Notebooks, Chairs, Custom Signs, Decoration, Desks, Ebooks, Educative Posters/Cards, E-Learning, Games, Popup Books, Sets, Stationary, Other Designs
2. Educational Tools
   Accessibility Instructional Devices/Methods, Alternative Education Tools, Behavioral Correction, Inclusivity Instructional Devices/Methods, Learning Toys, Self-learning Devices/Apps, Software/Apps, Tablets, Teaching Aids, Other Designs

This category is for furniture, products and designs to make the working environment more productive, effective, and pleasant–from furniture to lighting, to office equipment and more.

1. Office
   Heating and Air Conditioning, Interior Design Elements, Robotics Appliances, Supplies and Stationery, Tools
2. Office Equipment
   3D Printers and CNC, Printers, Scanner / Copier, Projectors & Presentation, Telecommunications, Other Designs
3. Office Furniture
   Chairs, Conference room, Desk, Desk Accessories, Interior, Modules & Dividers, Partition & Acoustic Systems, Reception Area, Sofa, Accessories, Other Designs
4. Office Lighting
   Accent Lamps, Designer/Custom Lighting, Desk Lamps, Floor Lamps, Energy Saving Lighting, Illuminated Wall Decor, Lamps and Luminaires, Systems, Chandeliers, Other Designs
5. Software Application
   Collaboration Design, Productivity Design
6. Other Office Product Designs

It’s been said that all work and no play make for an unhappy and unbalanced life. This is the category for all those products and designs that bring the fun!

1. Gaming Accessories
   Mouses, 3D Hardware, Cases, Headphone, Headset, Joystickers, Keyboards, Microphone, Mousepad, Speaker, VR & AR Equipment, Webcam, Other Designs
2. Gaming Appliances
   Consoles, Dancing, Gamepads, Mobiles, Monitors, Motion Sensing, Notebooks/Laptops/Tablet, PCs, Rhythm, Shooting, Steering, VR & AR Set, Other Designs
3. Toys
   Board Games, Card Games, Classics, Construction, DIY/Handmade, Dolls, Educational, For Adults, For Kids, For Teenagers, Musical, Outdoor, Puzzles, Remote Control, Robotics, Scientific & Optical, Stuffed, Wooden, Other Designs

Our modern lives are continually in motion, so transportation is essential both for work and for leisure. If you have designed a vehicle of any kind, for road or water or air, or products and accessories for all types of automotive transportation, this is the category for you.

1. Bikes
   Cargo, City Bikes, E-bikes, Hybrid/commuter, Mountain & Dirt, Racing, Trekking & BMX, Accessories
2. Cars
   Compact, Electric, Hybrid, Interiors, Luxury, Sedan, Self Driven, Sport, SUV, Accessories
3. Mass Transportation
   Aircrafts / Aerospace, Bus, Cargo Ships, Public, Passenger Ships, Trains, Trams, Interiors & Accessories
4. Motorcycles
   Cruisers, Electric, Scooters, Sports, Accessories
5. Scooters
   Electric, Manual, Self-Balancing, Accessories
6. Watercraft
   Canoe, Catamarans, Electric Boats, Jet Ski, Kayaking, Rafting, Rowing, Sail Boats, Surf Board / Wind Surf Board, Yachts
7. ATV OR UTV
8. Mobile Homes and Caravans
9. Other Commercial Vehicles
10. Other Personal Vehicles

Industry is the driving force of our civilization, and it is always evolving and developing. This category is for equipment and technological products, tools, elements and design concepts that will improve any aspect of industry–farming, construction, energy production, and many more.

1. Building
   Plumbing, Water System & Products, Staircases, Windows, Doors, Other Designs
2. Elements
   Concrete, Stones & Tiles, Decorative Finishing/Surfaces, Energy Saving Materials, Finishes, Floor Coverings & Accessories, Glassware, Steel/Metallic, Wallpapers, Wood, Other Designs
3. Energy
   Heating and Air Conditioning Technology, Power Transformation, Other Designs
4. Farming
   ATV & UTV, Balers, Combines, Harvester, Planters, Plows & Mowers, Sprayers, Tools, Tractors, Other Designs
5. Healthcare
   Aids / Prosthetics, Design for Elders, Fitness and Training Products, Inclusive Technology, Medical Products, Medical Scientific Machinery, Physical Therapy and Therapy Products, Robotics Designs, Safety Designs, Other Designs
6. Social
   Design for Environment, Design for Public Awareness, Designs for Social Impact, Inclusive & Equity Products, Other Designs
7. Tools & Machines
   Electronic Testing Equipment, Hand tools & Equipment, Industrial Machinery, Other Designs

Environmental preservation has never been more crucial to our future than now, so this category is for all those visionary designs and products that can make our lives and work more sustainable and eco-friendly.

1. Green
   Alternative Energy Source Products, Energy Conservation Equipment, Geothermal Energy System, Off-grid Home Design, Recycling Equipment, Residential Sustainable Design, Solar Battery Bank Design, Power Storage, Solar Powered Appliances, Tankless Water Heating (sustainable heat recovery system), Urban Sustainable Design, Water Filtration System, Water Storage Solution
2. Sustainable
   Automotive & Transport Products, Conceptual Designs, Consumer Electronics Products, Eco Design Products, Educational Products, Energy Saving Materials, Event Products, Families & Kids Products, Food & Beverage Products, Hobby & Sports Products, Home Products, Industrial Products, Outdoor Products, Packaging Design Products, Personal Products, Pets Products, Toys, Games & Leisure Products, Work & Office Products
3. Other Sustainable and Green Products

Whether camping, trekking, swimming, or any outdoor activities, this category is for the products and accessories that make them better—clothing, gear, fashion, and furniture to enhance outdoor life.

1. Outdoor Activities
   Balls Sports & Accessories, Biking & Accessories, Equestrian Sports & Accessories, Golf & Accessories, Jumping & Accessories, Racing & Accessories, Safety Accessories, Skating & Accessories, Throwing Sports & Accessories, Toys & Games, Track & Field, Training Equipment & Accessories, Water Sports & Accessories, Winter Sports & Accessories, Other Designs
2. Outdoor Equipment
   Barbecues & Accessories, Fences, Fire Pits & Baskets, Fountains, Heaters, Lighting, Plants and Garden Hand Tools, Smart Garden Devices, Watering & Irrigation, Other Designs
3. Outdoor Furniture
   Arches, Cabins, Pergolas & Bridges, Chairs, Garden, Parks & Public Areas, Playhouses, Sofa & Benches, Swimming Pool & Jacuzzis, Tables, Other Designs
4. Trekking & Camping
   Bivac, Clothing & Shoes, Furniture, Lighting, Power Suppliers, Sleeping Bags, Tableware, Tent & Accessories, Accessories, Other Designs

This category is for all the products and accessories for our animal friends and companions—grooming supplies, toys, fashion and accessories. Nothing is too good for our pets.

1. Pet Supplies
   Aquariums, Beds, Carriers, Clothing, Collars & Leashes, Feeding & Treats, Grooming,: Harnesses, Health & Cleaning, Houses & Cages, Mats & Pads, Odor Remover & Repellents, Safety, Terrariums & Habitats, Toys, Other Designs

Fitness and Health are an important priority in our culture of consumerism and comfort. This category is for products and designs that focus on these areas—hobbies, sports equipment, fitness products and fashion for the health-conscious.

1. Fitness Accessories
   Bags, Balls/Inflation, Bands, Body Brace, Cones, Cords, Floorings, Glasses/Sunglasses, Gym Attachments, Leaders, Mats, Pads, Ropes, Safety, Timers & Scoreboards, Towels, Weights, Other Designs
2. Fitness Equipment
   AB/Core, Bars, Cardio, Dancing, Exercise Rehabilitation, EMS, (…), Gymnastics, Helmets and Headgear, Indoor, Juggling, Jumping, Outdoor, Pulling Up, Pushing Up, Running, Safety, Speed, Strengthening, Tightening, Weightlifting, Other Designs
3. Fitness & Sports Garment
   Acrobatic Wear, Air Sports Wear, Archery Wear, Athletics Wear, Board Sports Wear, Boots, Caps, Catching Sports Wear, Climbing Wear, Combating Wear, Compression Garments, Cycling Wear, ESports Wear, Fishing Wear, Gloves, Golf Wear, Gymnastics Wear, Headbangs & Headgears, Helmets, Hiking/Mountaineering Wear, Hoodies & Sweatshirts, Leggings, Leotards, Masks, Mixed Wear, Motorsports Wear, Mouthguard, Pants, Racing Wear, Sailing Wear, Shields, Shirts, Shoes, Shooting Wear, Shorts, Skirts, Socks, Speedsuits, Sport Jackets, Sportballs Wear, Teamsports Wear, Tops, Trackers & Watches, Tracksuits, Trainers, T-shirts, Visors, Warmers, Watersports Wear, Wetsuits & Swimsuits, Windsports Wear, Winter Wear, Other Designs
4. Hobbies Products
   Art & Crafts, Board Games & Card Games, Collecting, Coloring, Cooking & Baking, Drawing, DIY, Gaming, Gardening, Meditation, Modeling, Music, Outdoor Activities, Painting, Photography, Reading, Sewing, Technologies, Traveling, Writing, Other Designs
5. Sports Equipment
   Acrobatic, Air, Archery, Athletics, Board, Catching, Climbing, Combating, Cycling, ESports, Fishing, Golf, Gymnastics, Hiking/Mountaineering, Indoor, Mixed, Motorsports, Outdoor, Racing, Sailing, Self Defense, Shooting, Sportballs, Teamsports, Watersports (Surfboard, Water Ski), Windsports, Winter, Other Designs

This category is for products and designs created to make every event better and more outstanding—supplies, furniture, equipment, devices and accessories that elevate an event to the next level.

1. Event Accessories
   Backdrops, Books & Notebooks, Cardholders, Gifts/Souvenirs, Posters & Small Arts, Signs, Exhibits and POP Displays, Other Designs
2. Event Devices
   Flip Charts, Headphones, Microphones, Mixing Desk, Monitors, Music Players, Projectors, Screens Walls, Speakers, Turntables, Other Designs
3. Event Furniture
   Chairs, Grandstands, Kiosks, Podiums, Stages, Tables, Tents & Canopies, Other Designs
4. Eco-Friendly Event Catering Products
5. Event Catering Supplies
6. Event Decoration
7. Event Lighting Design
8. Exhibition & Trade Fairs

Catering of food and beverage is an extremely profitable market globally, and the products and designs that make this business successful are equally important. From eco-friendly catering supplies to portable equipment to beverages, this is the category to enter those products that will revolutionize the catering industry.

1. Beverage
   Beers, Bottled Water, Champagnes, Distilled Drinks, Fermented Drinks, Fine & Luxury, Health, Limited Edition, Non-Alcoholic, Soft Drinks & Juices, Spirits, Whiskey, Vodka, Gin, (…), Tea & Coffee, Wines & Sparkling Wines, Other Designs
2. Catering Equipment
   Bins, Cabinets, Carts, Chafers, Coffee Brewers, Dishwashing, Food Warmers & Coolers, Frozen Drinks & Ice Machines, Glassware & Cutlery, Hand Washing, Hot & Cold Tables, Plate Racks, Portable Bars, Portable Buffets, Tables, Tabletop, Other Designs
3. Catering Supplies
   Bows & Jars, Cups, Cutlery, Dinner Sets, Glassware, Pans, Plates, Table Settings, Others Designs
4. Disposable & Eco-Friendly Catering Supplies
   Cocktail Picks, Cups, Cutlery, Gloves, Napkins, Plates, Straws, Trash Liners, Other Designs

We know that you can’t judge a book by its cover, and it’s what is on the inside that counts, etc…BUT it’s usually what’s on the OUTSIDE that makes us take notice in the first place. From food to beauty products and everything else, this is the category for the cool and cutting-edge packaging designs that makes us notice the great products out there.

1. Beauty Packaging
   Body Care, Cosmetics, Haircare, Limited Edition, Luxury, Perfume & Fragrances, Skin Care, Other Designs
2. Beverage Packaging
   Beers, Fine & Luxury, Health, Limited Edition, Non-Alcoholic, Soft Drinks & Juices, Tea & Coffee, Wines & Champagnes, Other Designs
3. Branding & Re-branding Packaging
   Beauty, Beverage, Food, Other Designs
4. Food Packaging
   Animal-Based, Health, Kits, Oils & Spices, Plant-Based, Ready-to-Eat, Snacks, Sweets, Other Designs
5. Sustainable Packaging
   Beauty, Beverage, Branding/Rebranding, Food, For Society, Other Designs

This category is specifically for products and designs that are still in the “conceptual” stage and have not yet been produced or put on the market.

1. Automotive & Transport Product Design
2. Consumer Electronics Product Design
3. Eco Design Products
4. Educational Product Design
5. Event Product Design
6. Families & Kids Product Design
7. Food & Beverage Product Design
8. Hobby & Sports Product Design
9. Home Product Design
10. Industrial Product Design
11. Interface Product Design
12. Outdoor Product Design
13. Packaging Product Design
14. Personal Product Design
15. Pets Product Design
16. Toys, Games & Leisure Product Design
17. Work & Office Product Design