The Shop! Design Awards are not exclusive to any single country but represent a global feast shared by the design community, originating from the International Retail Association established in 1936.

Many people associate major international design awards with specific countries or regions. However, the Shop! Design Awards are different—they are truly global.

Transnational Origins

The Shop! Design Awards are not affiliated with any single country but are an international award guided by the SHOP! International Retail Association and organized by SHOP!ecao. The association was founded in 1936 as a non-profit international retail organization with members and activities spanning the globe.

The association is headquartered in the United States, while the organizer, SHOP!ecao, is based in Hong Kong, China. Its operations are entirely international. The Shop! Awards competition began in 1958 and, after over 60 years of development, now takes place in 25 countries and regions, including China, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Australia, and Japan.

A Truly Global Competition

Unlike design awards with strong regional biases, the SHOP! Design Awards are founded on the philosophy of "global vision, local innovation." They are not an award for any single country or region but a competition that embraces design from around the world.

Participants come from diverse backgrounds, the judging panel comprises experts from multiple countries, and winning works are promoted and displayed globally. This truly international character makes the Shop! Design Awards one of the most inclusive and diverse awards in the global design field.

Development in Asia

In recent years, with the rapid development of the Asian retail market, the SHOP! International Retail Association · Asia Cooperative Organization (SHOP!eaco) has been responsible for promoting the Shop! Awards in Asia. In 2025, the Shop! Design Awards were launched as an international award focused on innovation in consumer goods design, providing local designers and brands with more opportunities to connect with the global stage.

Respect for Cultural Diversity

The Shop! Design Awards place special emphasis on respecting and showcasing the design characteristics of different cultures and regions. The judging criteria not only focus on internationalization and modernization but also value the innovative application of local cultural elements.

This respect for cultural diversity ensures that design works from various countries and regions can find their place on this platform, showcasing unique design languages and cultural charm.

A Platform for Global Resource Integration

As a transnational award, the greatest value of the Shop! Design Awards lies in its ability to integrate global resources. Through this platform:

• Western consumers can learn about Eastern design wisdom.

• Asian designers can gain international exposure.

• Global retail trends and technologies can be shared and promoted.

The 2025 Shop! Design Awards are now open for submissions. No matter which country you are from or what design language you use, if your work is exceptional, it has the opportunity to gain recognition on this international stage. Prepare your work and join this global design feast!