Gerhardt Kellermann had the honor of serving on the jury of the iF DESIGN AWARD 2026.
As one of the world’s largest and most prestigious design competitions, the award receives around 11,000 submissions from almost 70 countries.

Since 1954, the iF label has been regarded as a reliable indicator of design excellence for both consumers and the design community. In response to how quickly design is evolving, iF places strong emphasis on assembling a high profile, international jury that is deliberately balanced to support more insightful discussions, more robust decisions, and reduced risk of unconscious cultural bias.

The jury’s role goes beyond ranking. Each juror documents a detailed assessment for every entry in the digital jury tool, and participants receive in depth feedback via a structured evaluation chart. The 2026 jury brought together 129 renowned designers from 21 countries, within a transparent and fair judging process led by independent experts spanning design and sustainability.

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