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The Aotearoa NZ Design Competition

The Aotearoa NZ Design Competition Core themes
- The circular economy
- Stewardship of our natural environment
- Healthier lives and wellbeing
- The future of work and industry
- Better homes, towns & cities
- Responding to climate change
- Cultural and social cohesion Entries can be anything grand or small, across any design discipline whether it’s a product, a service, a system, an artistic vision, a film, a movement, a campaign, an app, a space...whatever your idea it’s up to you to communicate how it will contribute to a better New Zealand. The Process
Entries will be submitted online. Images, videos and text fields.  The winner will
Receive $20,000 prize money to go towards taking their idea to the next level and making an impact. Be provided advice and mentors to support their journey. Who can enter
Any NZ resident 30 years old or under
There is no entry fee JUDGING CRITERIA
New Zealand focus
- Entrant to design Aotearoa New Zealand’s future
- Demonstrate connection to Aotearoa New Zealand industry
Concept – How does concept demonstrate:
- Value
- Purpose
- Future thinking “A new way of doing something, a new way of thinking”
- Refreshing creativity
- Process
- Clear communication and execution
Impact – How does concept demonstrate impact in one or more of the core themes:
- Social impact
- Environmental impact
- Economic impact
- Impact on the design Industry
Cultural
- Clarity around process and protocol required Judging Panel
A judging panel will be assembled from Aotearoa New Zealand design leaders 
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New Zealand’s ever-growing design community becomes richer through connection, exploration and reflection. We aim to provide opportunities for our members to build strong networks both within and across disciplines; with industry leaders, experienced peers and the next generation studying design.

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