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CDW Awards 2026

CDW Awards 2026

CDW Awards 2026

Presented by Design Milk

About the awards

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Following another incredible year for the programme, we’re excited to reveal the 2026 CDW Awards winners - celebrating the most innovative, visionary products and the people shaping the future of design.

Presented in partnership with Design Milk, the CDW Awards offered a unique opportunity to elevate your work and recognised those who make it possible at one of the world’s most prestigious design festivals. Design Milk, a leading online magazine and media platform focused on modern design, is dedicated to discovering emerging talent, supporting independent and ethical design, and fostering an inclusive creative community.

Please see the 2026 winners below.

People category winners:

Interior Designer of the Year

Asia Miari, Kettle Collective

Asia is an Interior Designer with international experience across residential, commercial, and hospitality, working with leading developers in Europe and the Middle East. Her projects stand out for their emotional sensitivity and material richness while being centred around calm, connection, and human experience.

Product Designer of the Year

Kerry Deffley, Shaw Contract EMEA

With over 20 years of experience in commercial interior design, Kerry Deffley, is a passionate advocate for customer-driven design. Her distinctive approach is grounded in her hands-on understanding of the manufacturing process. In 2025, Kerry designed the successful Creative Connections carpet tile collection.

Studio of the Year

Perkins&Will London

Perkins&Will is a global collective of designers and changemakers aspiring to create places where humanity thrives in harmony with nature. The 199-member London studio creates functional, beautiful and sustainable places through a distinctive, collaborative design process. With every project, the studio seeks to achieve positive social and environmental outcomes.

Product category winners:

Accessories

Corston Architectural Detail Premium Hardware

This beautifully engineered collection of spring lever handles, designed by David Gray & James Duffy, combes elegant detailing with a patented self-returning mechanism that balances performance and refinement.

Acoustics

Acoufelt Skipping Stones Ceiling Clouds

Inspired by stones skipping across water, these sculptural acoustic ceiling forms impressed the jury for transforming sound control into an expressive architectural statement.

Bath Fixtures

C.P. Hart Slide

A beautifully intuitive tap system designed by Fima, Slide replaces the traditional lever with a smooth horizontal movement designed for both elegance and ergonomic functionality.

Carpet & Rugs

Shaw Contract Poetic Form Carpet Tile Collection

Inspired by poetry and geometry, Poetic Form combines texture, metallic accents, and elegant forms while optimising for low embodied carbon.

Hard Flooring

Parador Harmonia Collection

Harmonia is a beautifully textured engineered wood collection inspired by the balance of nature and modernist architecture. Each of the seven surfaces draws inspiration from the tactile signatures of the world: grain, stone, and bark.

Lighting

Chelsom Groove Reading Light

A compact reading light for hospitality interiors, Groove combines precision engineering with elegant architectural detailing. It was designed by Will Chelsom and James Bartlett.

Cladding & Surfaces

Ecoscape UK Forma Click Cladding

Composite profiles click into a Grad aluminium rail substructure for a clean, fixing-free wall covering. It cuts installation labour by up to half, and is suitable for use across a wide range of both wall and ceiling constructions.

Residential Furniture

Leandesk

A folding sit-stand desk that’s infinitely adjustable in height and angle, Leandesk lets you work sitting or standing with ease. It folds to just 50mm for effortless storage, and is crafted from sustainable materials.

Commercial Furniture

Arper Aom

Minimal and unconventional, Aom adapts effortlessly to different contexts without changing its language. An innovative construction system eliminates the use of glue or staples, so Aom is designed for circularity.

Most Inclusive Design

One Bite Design Studio The Fountain of Technicolour Beads

In collaboration with Leigei Stone, One Bite Design Studio transformed the open space at Clerkenwell Green into a vibrant sensory experience titled “The Fountain of Technicolor Beads.” This installation was a call to action regarding inclusivity in design, specifically raising awareness for Colour Vision Deficiency (CVD), commonly known as colour blindness.

Best Craftmanship

Woodbender Scoop 33 Chair

An elegant steam-bent timber chair formed through thirty-three carefully executed bends, Scoop 33 is designed by Jordan Bailiff. Providing sculptural, intuitive support to sitters, Scoop 33 embodies honesty, elegance, and enduring craftsmanship.

Best Product for Homes

Knoll International Morrison Hannah Chair

This 1973 seating design by Andrew Morrison and Bruce Hannah has been updated for modern hybrid living and working. The thoughtful revival is available in contrasting colour for a joyful design or monochromatic neutrals for an elegant edge.

Best for the Planet

Andreu World Bolete Armchair

Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Bolete stands out for its ergonomics, thanks to the distinctive shape of the seat and its generous width. The upholstery is applied on a 100% recycled and recyclable Pure ECO® thermopolymer shell.

Best Material Innovation

Cosentino Éclos

Éclos is a groundbreaking mineral surface featuring zero crystalline silica, recycled content, and patented through-body veining technology. It provides realistic aesthetics and a natural touch and feel for interior surfaces.

Best of Clerkenwell

Woodbender Scoop 33 Chair

An elegant steam-bent timber chair formed through thirty-three carefully executed bends, Scoop 33 is designed by Jordan Bailiff. Providing sculptural, intuitive support to sitters, Scoop 33 embodies honesty, elegance, and enduring craftsmanship.

Best Product for Healthcare

Interface noravant timber

Noravant timber is the first PVC-free resilient flooring to combine high performance, bold design flexibility, and enhanced sustainability. Available in ten wood-inspired colors, it is designed to soothe.

Best Product for Workplaces

Andreu World Velo Chair

The Velo collection responds to the latest needs of flexible working with this lightweight, ergonomic, and easy-to-use chair designed by Benjamin Hubert. Its backrest follows the sitter’s movements without the need for adjustments.

Technology (Hardware) / Power and IT Solutions

Yellowbox Global Smart Locker System

The leading smart locker system for modern workplaces, Yellowbox is
delightful to use and effortless to manage. It offers self-serve locker access and management through an app, integration with workplace software, or a touchscreen.

2026 Partners

Thank you to our sponsors and partners.
Explore them by category below.

Charity Partner

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  • The Peel is a charity that’s been building a connected community in Clerkenwell since 1898. They run activities for adults, activities for children and young people and mental health awareness project ...

 

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