The preliminary selection of the 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) has been successfully completed, and the shortlist for the Final Selection is now officially announced.

This year’s competition features five categories: Product Design, Visual Design, Digital Animation, Architecture & Landscape Design, and Fashion Design, bringing together creative works by young design talents from around the world. Following the preliminary selection conducted by professional jurors from Taiwan and abroad, the shortlisted entries for each category have been selected. Congratulations to all participants who have successfully advanced to the Final Selection!

【 Product Design 】 ← Click to View the Shortlist
【 Visual Design 】← Click to View the Shortlist
【 Digital Animation 】← Click to View the Shortlist
【 Architecture & Landscape Design 】← Click to View the Shortlist
【 Fashion Design 】← Click to View the Shortlist

✱ NEXT ✱

The 2026 TISDC Final Selection is scheduled to take place in early October. Professional jurors from Taiwan and abroad will be invited to evaluate the shortlisted entries and select the winners of this year’s awards. The final list of winners is expected to be announced in late October.

Once again, congratulations to all participants shortlisted for the 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition Final Selection. Please continue to follow the TISDC official website and social media channels for the latest competition updates.

✱ If you identify any shortlisted entry that may involve plagiarism, infringement of intellectual property rights, or any other potential violation of the TISDC competition regulations, please provide specific information about the entry along with relevant supporting evidence and contact the TISDC Executive Team via email. The Executive Team will review the information and take appropriate action in accordance with the competition regulations. ✱

The 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) brought together a total of 97 professional jury members across its five competition categories for the preliminary selection. The jury included design experts from Taiwan, Japan, Germany, the United States, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Australia, Singapore, Thailand, Mexico, and other parts of the world. With their diverse professional perspectives, the jury selected outstanding works that showcase the creativity of a new generation of designers.

Following the completion of the preliminary selection, TISDC held the Preliminary Jury Chairpersons’ Joint Meeting on August 17. Jury chairpersons representing the five competition categories—Product Design, Visual Design, Digital Animation, Architecture and Landscape Design, and Fashion Design—attended the meeting on behalf of their respective jury panels to review, discuss, and exchange views on the preliminary selection results and shortlisted entries.

During the meeting, the jury chairpersons engaged in in-depth discussions on the shortlisted works, sharing their observations and perspectives from different professional fields and evaluation approaches. Through the exchange of diverse opinions, they further built consensus and clarified the evaluation directions and criteria for each category.

In addition, the jury chairpersons raised questions and offered suggestions regarding this year’s evaluation process, while also sharing the key aspects and criteria they considered when reviewing the entries. Their discussions covered various dimensions, including creativity, design concepts, and overall execution, providing diverse and professional perspectives for the subsequent evaluation process.

Through this joint meeting, TISDC not only confirmed the preliminary selection results but also continued to refine its evaluation mechanism through professional dialogue across different fields. We sincerely thank all 97 professional jury members from around the world for their contributions and support, as well as the jury chairpersons for their valuable insights and suggestions. We look forward to seeing the shortlisted works demonstrate even more outstanding design creativity in the upcoming final selection.

Caption: Group photo of the 2026 TISDC Jury Chair Meeting

TISDC 2026 continues to expand its international outreach!

TISDC was invited to participate in an exchange event organized by the TaiwanICDF, bringing together 21 government officials and academic representatives from nine countries across Latin America and other regions in Taipei to share Taiwan’s experience in design talent development and TISDC’s international achievements. 🤝

During the event, Professor Emeritus Lin Pan-Song, founder of the Taiwan Art and Design Talent Development Program, shared Taiwan’s long-term efforts in design education and talent cultivation. Associate Professor Chen Yan-Ting, Principal Investigator of TISDC, introduced the competition’s international network and how TISDC provides a global platform for young designers to showcase their creativity through international competitions and exchanges. 🎨

The exchange was filled with lively discussions, with representatives from Paraguay, Argentina, Chile, and Mexico sharing perspectives on design education, talent development, and future collaboration. They also expressed interest in further promoting TISDC and strengthening international design exchanges. 💡

Through this exchange, more international partners gained a deeper understanding of Taiwan’s design education and TISDC, opening up new possibilities for design connections between Taiwan and Latin America. We look forward to welcoming more young designers from around the world to TISDC, where creativity can transcend borders and shine on the international stage! ✨

Caption: Photos from the TaiwanICDF Exchange Event

✱ 𝟮𝟬𝟮6 𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗗𝗖 The World’s Largest International Student Design Competition ✱

𝟮𝟬𝟮6 𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗗𝗖 ❰ RESILIENCE ❱ Submission Closed⌛️
  THANK YOU to all the passionate students from around the world for your participation!
  This year’s submission period has officially ended on 7/15 at 23:59 (GMT+8).

➤ What’s next:
  ➤🗓️08/24  Preliminary Selection｜Online judging to decide the finalists
  ➤🗓️10/01  Final Selection｜International jury gathers in person to select the winners
  ➤🗓️12/02  Award Ceremony & Winners’ Networking Event
  ➤🗓️12/01—12/07  Winners’ Exhibition

✅ Stay tuned on our social media and website for the latest updates✨
  Wishing all students great success on their design journeys—may you become future shining stars! 🏆⭐️

【2026 TISDC Submission Deadline Extended】

To provide students around the world with additional time to complete their entries, the 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) has officially extended its submission deadline.

The original submission deadline of July 6, 2026 (Mon.), 23:59 (GMT+8) has been extended to July 15, 2026 (Wed.), 23:59 (GMT+8).

Under this year’s theme, “RESILIENCE,” TISDC invites students worldwide to respond to today’s social, cultural, environmental, and technological challenges through design, demonstrating creativity, innovation, and resilience.

We warmly encourage all eligible students who have not yet completed their submissions to take advantage of this extension and submit their work before the new deadline.

【Submission Deadline】
July 15, 2026 (Wed.), 23:59 (GMT+8)

【Registration】
https://my.tisdc.org/competitions/tisdc-2026/participant-login?locale=en

For more information about the competition, eligibility, and submission guidelines, please visit the TISDC Official Website

The 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) has entered the final stage of its global call for entries, with only 1 day remaining before the submission deadline. Students from around the world are warmly invited to participate and respond to contemporary social, environmental, and future challenges through design, showcasing the perspectives and creativity of a new generation.

The theme of the 2026 competition is “RESILIENCE.” Participants are encouraged to explore ideas of adaptation, transformation, and innovation from personal, social, cultural, and environmental perspectives, using design as a means to envision new possibilities in an ever-changing world.

With a total prize pool of NTD 4 million (approximately USD 130,000), the competition is free to enter and will be judged by an international panel of distinguished design professionals from around the world. Award-winning participants will be invited to attend the award ceremony, international exchange activities, and a dedicated exhibition showcasing their work.

Submissions are welcomed in the following categories:

▪ Product Design
▪ Visual Design
▪ Digital Animation
▪ Architecture & Landscape Design
▪ Fashion Design

【Submission Deadline】

July 6, 2026, 23:59 (GMT+8)

【Registration Link】
https://my.tisdc.org/competitions/tisdc-2026/participant-login?locale=en(External link)

For more information about the competition and submission guidelines, please visit the official TISDC website.

The 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) has entered the final stage of its global call for entries, with only 3 days remaining before the submission deadline. Students from around the world are warmly invited to participate and respond to contemporary social, environmental, and future challenges through design, showcasing the perspectives and creativity of a new generation.

The theme of the 2026 competition is “RESILIENCE.” Participants are encouraged to explore ideas of adaptation, transformation, and innovation from personal, social, cultural, and environmental perspectives, using design as a means to envision new possibilities in an ever-changing world.

With a total prize pool of NTD 4 million (approximately USD 130,000), the competition is free to enter and will be judged by an international panel of distinguished design professionals from around the world. Award-winning participants will be invited to attend the award ceremony, international exchange activities, and a dedicated exhibition showcasing their work.

Submissions are welcomed in the following categories:

▪ Product Design
▪ Visual Design
▪ Digital Animation
▪ Architecture & Landscape Design
▪ Fashion Design

【Submission Deadline】

July 6, 2026, 23:59 (GMT+8)

【Registration Link】
https://my.tisdc.org/competitions/tisdc-2026/participant-login?locale=en(External link)

For more information about the competition and submission guidelines, please visit the official TISDC website.

The 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) has entered the final stage of its global call for entries, with only 5 days remaining before the submission deadline. Students from around the world are warmly invited to participate and respond to contemporary social, environmental, and future challenges through design, showcasing the perspectives and creativity of a new generation.

The theme of the 2026 competition is “RESILIENCE.” Participants are encouraged to explore ideas of adaptation, transformation, and innovation from personal, social, cultural, and environmental perspectives, using design as a means to envision new possibilities in an ever-changing world.

With a total prize pool of NTD 4 million (approximately USD 130,000), the competition is free to enter and will be judged by an international panel of distinguished design professionals from around the world. Award-winning participants will be invited to attend the award ceremony, international exchange activities, and a dedicated exhibition showcasing their work.

Submissions are welcomed in the following categories:

▪ Product Design
▪ Visual Design
▪ Digital Animation
▪ Architecture & Landscape Design
▪ Fashion Design

【Submission Deadline】

July 6, 2026, 23:59 (GMT+8)

【Registration Link】
https://my.tisdc.org/competitions/tisdc-2026/participant-login?locale=en(External link)

For more information about the competition and submission guidelines, please visit the official TISDC website.

The 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) has entered the final stage of its global call for entries, with only 7 days remaining before the submission deadline. Students from around the world are warmly invited to participate and respond to contemporary social, environmental, and future challenges through design, showcasing the perspectives and creativity of a new generation.

The theme of the 2026 competition is “RESILIENCE.” Participants are encouraged to explore ideas of adaptation, transformation, and innovation from personal, social, cultural, and environmental perspectives, using design as a means to envision new possibilities in an ever-changing world.

With a total prize pool of NTD 4 million (approximately USD 130,000), the competition is free to enter and will be judged by an international panel of distinguished design professionals from around the world. Award-winning participants will be invited to attend the award ceremony, international exchange activities, and a dedicated exhibition showcasing their work.

Submissions are welcomed in the following categories:

▪ Product Design
▪ Visual Design
▪ Digital Animation
▪ Architecture & Landscape Design
▪ Fashion Design

【Submission Deadline】

July 6, 2026, 23:59 (GMT+8)

【Registration Link】
https://my.tisdc.org/competitions/tisdc-2026/participant-login?locale=en(External link)

For more information about the competition and submission guidelines, please visit the official TISDC website.

The 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) has entered the final stage of its global call for entries, with only 14 days remaining before the submission deadline. Students from around the world are warmly invited to participate and respond to contemporary social, environmental, and future challenges through design, showcasing the perspectives and creativity of a new generation.

The theme of the 2026 competition is “RESILIENCE.” Participants are encouraged to explore ideas of adaptation, transformation, and innovation from personal, social, cultural, and environmental perspectives, using design as a means to envision new possibilities in an ever-changing world.

With a total prize pool of NTD 4 million (approximately USD 130,000), the competition is free to enter and will be judged by an international panel of distinguished design professionals from around the world. Award-winning participants will be invited to attend the award ceremony, international exchange activities, and a dedicated exhibition showcasing their work.

Submissions are welcomed in the following categories:

▪ Product Design
▪ Visual Design
▪ Digital Animation
▪ Architecture & Landscape Design
▪ Fashion Design

【Submission Deadline】

July 6, 2026, 23:59 (GMT+8)

【Registration Link】
https://my.tisdc.org/competitions/tisdc-2026/participant-login?locale=en

For more information about the competition and submission guidelines, please visit the official TISDC website.

Caption: Group photo of participants at the 2026 TISDC Campus Promotion Event at National Taichung University of Science and Technology.

The 2026 TISDC Campus Promotion Program continues to visit universities across Taiwan, engaging students in discussions on how design can respond to contemporary challenges. This time, TISDC Co-Host Huang Kuang-Ting led the team to National Taipei University of Technology to introduce the 2026 TISDC theme and competition information, encouraging students to transform creative ideas into meaningful actions through design thinking and innovation. ✨

The lecture featured architect Chou Shu-Hsien, whose expertise spans both architecture and landscape design. Centered on the themes of Sustainability and Resilience, he guided students in exploring how spatial design can address pressing environmental challenges such as extreme weather, global warming, and rising sea levels. 🌍

During the lecture, Chou redefined the concept of a “Resilient City,” emphasizing that resilience is not about resisting nature, but about building adaptability and recovery capacity that enable cities and environments to withstand disruption and continue evolving. 🌱

Through a series of case studies—including the soil remediation proposal for the Taipei Railway Workshop, the redevelopment of the Philadelphia Navy Yard, the environmental improvement project around Guanpu Elementary School in Hsinchu, and New York’s Oyster-tecture initiative—students gained insights into how ecological restoration, material reuse, and nature-based solutions can create sustainable and resilient environments. 💡

Chou also encouraged students to develop both strategic and poetic dimensions in their design practice. Beyond addressing functional and environmental issues, designers should strive to create meaningful spatial experiences that reconnect people with nature and inspire a more sustainable future. ✨

🌟 With “RESILIENCE” as its theme, the 2026 TISDC invites young designers worldwide to respond to global challenges through creativity, explore new possibilities amid uncertainty, and envision a more resilient future through design.

Caption: Exhibition of works during the 2026 TISDC event at National Taipei University of Technology.

Caption: Group photo from the 2026 TISDC event at National Taipei University of Technology.

✨ The 2026 TISDC Campus Promotion Tour arrived at Asia University!

Led by TISDC Co-Host Lin Meng-Chieh, the team visited Asia University to engage with students and faculty from design-related departments, sharing competition information, participation guidelines, and international exchange opportunities. The event encouraged students to use design as a tool to address contemporary challenges and create meaningful impact. 🎨

This session featured a special lecture by Yen-An Chen, a practitioner in circular economy and interdisciplinary design. Through a range of research projects and real-world case studies, he invited students to rethink the essence and value of design. 💡

During the lecture, Chen emphasized that design is more than the pursuit of aesthetics—it is a process of deconstructing and reorganizing information. In an era shaped by AI and rapidly evolving digital tools, strong fundamentals and the ability to think beyond conventional frameworks remain the most essential qualities of a designer. ✨

He also shared projects such as A Day of the Sea, TAFALONG Tribal Museum, and his signage research initiative, demonstrating how design can uncover cultural value, facilitate placemaking and cultural translation, and contribute to sustainability and circular economy practices. 🌏

Through this exchange, students gained a deeper understanding of the spirit of TISDC while exploring how design can inspire social change and create new possibilities for the future. 🚀

Caption: Group photo of the 2026 TISDC event at Asia University.

2026 TISDC – Call for Entries Now Open

💫 How will your creativity respond to the world?

As our world continues to change, design becomes a powerful way to respond. 🌍

We invite creators from around the world to explore the theme of “RESILIENCE” and express their ideas through innovative design.

Whether your work is in Product Design, Visual Design, Digital Animation, Architecture & Landscape Design, or Fashion Design, we look forward to seeing how your creativity can inspire a more resilient future. ✨

TISDC Registration

🔗 https://my.tisdc.org/competitions/tisdc-2026/participant-login?locale=zh-Hant-TW

TISDC Official Website

🔗 https://www.tisdc.org/

KDIAF Submission Guidelines

Step 1: Register via FilmFreeway

Please visit the KDIAF FilmFreeway page and click “Submit Now” to complete your free registration:

🔗 https://filmfreeway.com/KDIAF

Step 2: Submit Your Work and Required Materials

Please upload the following materials through the KDIAF FilmFreeway platform:

a. Film File

• Original film file in MP4 (H.264 codec) or MOV format
• Minimum resolution: 1920 × 1080 pixels
• A downloadable link to the film must be provided
• Blu-ray and DCP formats will not be accepted

b. Director Photo

• One JPG file
• Maximum file size: 5 MB

c. Film Stills

• Three JPG images
• Maximum file size: 5 MB each

d. Subtitles

• All films containing dialogue must include English subtitles embedded in the film and provide a separate subtitle text file.
• For Chinese-language works, Traditional Chinese subtitles are required.
• Films in languages other than English may submit bilingual subtitles including both the original language and English.
• Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX, TXT, ODF, or SRT.

Step 3: Awards & Prizes

🏆 Best Animation Award

• NT$60,000 (approx. US$2,000)
• Guandu Dog Bronze Trophy

🏆 Best Student Animation Award

• NT$45,000 (approx. US$1,500)
• Guandu Dog Bronze Trophy

🏆 Taiwan Special Award

• NT$45,000 (approx. US$1,500)
• Guandu Dog Bronze Trophy

🏆 Taiwan Student Award

• NT$45,000 (approx. US$1,500)
• Guandu Dog Bronze Trophy

🏆 Best Original Score Award (Taiwan)

• NT$30,000 (approx. US$1,000)
• Guandu Dog Bronze Trophy

🏆 Jury Special Mention

• Multiple recipients
• Certificate of Recognition

KDIAF Official Website

🔗 https://kdiaf.tnua.edu.tw/

To encourage more young talents to respond to global challenges through design, the Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) continues its campus outreach program, engaging directly with students to share the competition’s vision and the latest trends in design.

This event was led by TISDC Co-Host Professor Chun-Chih Chen, who brought the TISDC team to National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology (NKUST). During the session, students and faculty members were introduced to the 2026 TISDC competition, gained insights from participation experiences, and explored current trends in international design competitions. Students were encouraged to turn their creative ideas into impactful designs and bring their work to the global stage.

✨ We were honored to invite Mr. Shih-Hsun Ou, Founder of Good Point Design and the circular lifestyle brand Hibāng Recycled Fishing Net Eyewear, as the keynote speaker. His presentation focused on the theme of “Circular Design,” offering valuable insights into sustainable innovation.

Through real-world case studies, Mr. Ou demonstrated how discarded fishing nets collected from the ocean can be transformed into products that are both functional and aesthetically appealing. He also shared several core concepts behind circular design:

🌊 Transforming discarded fishing nets into high-value products and giving resources a second life.

🔄 Building a truly circular system through thoughtful material selection, repair mechanisms, and product take-back programs.

🛠️ Extending product lifespans through modular design, reducing waste and improving resource efficiency.*

Among the many inspiring ideas shared during the lecture, one perspective particularly resonated with the audience:

“Recycled materials tell the story of a material’s past; circular materials are designed for its future. Only when both the past and the future are considered can a truly circular system be achieved.”

The lecture not only introduced students to the practical applications of circular design, but also inspired them to consider how design can become a powerful force in advancing sustainable development and creating positive change for the future.

Caption: Group photo of 2026 TISDC Co-Host Professor Chun-Chih Chen and designer Shih-Hsun Ou.

Caption: Group photo of the 2026 TISDC event at National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology (NKUST).

As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the connection between design education and sustainability, the 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) partnered with the Department of Architecture at National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST) to organize a Circular Economy Workshop. Through lectures, design discussions, and project critiques, the workshop encouraged students to explore the relationship between circular economy principles and future design from the perspectives of architecture, material applications, and environmental sustainability.

Led by Associate Professor Yan-Ting Chen of NTUST’s Department of Architecture, the workshop featured Shih-Hsien Kuo, Chairman of Mausen Wood Industry, and Kui-Jung Huang, Manager of Mausen Wood Industry, who shared practical insights into FSC certification, domestic timber applications, circular building materials, and sustainable industry practices. Their presentations helped students understand how sustainable materials can be managed and applied throughout the design process, putting circular economy concepts into practice.

The lectures also explored examples of circular architecture, green building materials, and low-carbon design, demonstrating how material reuse, resource management, and interdisciplinary collaboration can enhance the sustainability of architectural and spatial design. Through these real-world cases, students gained a deeper understanding of the connection between design and environmental responsibility.

Subsequent sessions focused on architectural design development, model-making, and concept discussions, guiding students to incorporate circular thinking into their creative processes and develop design approaches that balance innovation with sustainability

The workshop concluded with a project critique session led by Po-Han Wu, Design Director of Bio-architecture Formosana Architects. Drawing on his experience in sustainable and circular architecture, Wu provided professional feedback on design strategies, material circulation, and environmental resilience, helping students further refine their projects and consider how architecture can respond to future social and environmental challenges.

In addition, TISDC promotional activities were integrated into the workshop. Associate Professor Chen introduced the 2026 competition theme, “Resilience,” and encouraged students to incorporate sustainability and social awareness into their work, using design as a means to respond to a rapidly changing world while developing global perspectives and social responsibility. 🚀🌱

Caption: Student presenting the workshop model.

Caption: Group photo of Mausen Wood Industry and TISDC.

Caption: Group photo of Design Director Po-Han Wu from Bio-architecture Formosana Architects and TISDC.

The 2026 TISDC campus promotion program continued to strengthen the connection between design education and sustainability issues through a “Circular Economy Lecture” held at Shih Chien University on May 12. Through topic sharing and case study discussions, students were encouraged to rethink the relationship between fashion design, material applications, and sustainable development.

The lecture was led by TISDC Co-Director Hsieh Yung-Hsu, with fashion designer Pei-Wen Jin invited as the keynote speaker to share her observations and practical experiences in sustainable fashion and resilient design. The lecture explored the issue of fabric waste generated by traditional garment manufacturing processes and introduced the concept of “Zero Waste Design” as a way to redefine resource usage, emphasizing that material applications should not end with consumption, but instead consider how to extend the value and lifecycle of resources.

The event also featured various international sustainable design cases, including fashion works created from recycled snack packaging and banana fibers, demonstrating the diverse possibilities of circular design in transforming linear consumption into regenerative systems. Through case analyses and experience sharing, students were guided to understand that sustainability is not only about environmental protection, but also a way of rethinking the relationship between people, design, and the world.

In addition, the event included a TISDC competition promotion session led by Hsieh Yung-Hsu, introducing the 2026 competition theme “Resilience” and submission directions. Students were encouraged to integrate sustainable thinking and social observation into their creative works, using design to respond to the rapidly changing contemporary environment while cultivating innovative thinking, international perspectives, and socially conscious design practices. 🚀💡

Caption: Photo from the 2026 TISDC lecture at National Taiwan University of Arts

Caption: Group photo from 2026 TISDC at Shih Chien University

The Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) continues to expand its global engagement by advancing to the UK, where promotional and professional exchange activities were conducted at the architectural practice of Peter Cook. This exchange was facilitated by Taiwanese architect Liu Cheng-Ju (a former TISDC award recipient) through his participation in the Ministry of Education’s Elite Cultivation Program, connecting international architectural resources and bringing diverse and forward-looking perspectives to the competition through his professional experience and global outlook.

Peter Cook is a prominent British architect and theorist, and a core member of the avant-garde architectural group Archigram. Renowned for his highly imaginative and future-oriented approach, his work has long explored the relationships between architecture, technology, and the city, exerting a profound influence on contemporary architectural discourse. His design philosophy emphasizes fluidity and flexibility of form, continuously expanding the possibilities of architecture through diverse modes of expression. In addition to his professional practice, Peter Cook has been deeply engaged in architectural education, having served as Director of the Bartlett School of Architecture at University College London, where he cultivated numerous architects with global perspectives. His notable work, Kunsthaus Graz in Austria, exemplifies the innovative integration of architecture and media.

Through this exchange with international architectural professionals, TISDC not only strengthens its global influence within the design field, but also provides more inspiring perspectives and critical directions for participating works, further reinforcing its role as an international platform for design education. Moving forward, TISDC will continue to expand collaborations with international design institutions, foster cross-cultural exchange, and promote the diversified development of design education.

The theme for the 2026 competition is “Resilience,” focusing on how design responds to uncertainty and challenges by transforming constraints into opportunities and shaping the future. The submission period runs from April 27 to July 6, 2026, and students worldwide are sincerely invited to respond to contemporary issues through design.

Caption: TISDC promotion at Peter Cook’s architectural office

When the world is in constant flux, design is not merely a response—it is a force that redefines the future. ✨

In 2026, TISDC adopts the theme “RESILIENCE”, addressing global challenges such as climate change, technological advancement, and societal transformation. We believe design goes beyond problem-solving—it seeks balance amid change, transforms constraints into opportunities, and reimagines the possibilities of the future through creativity. 💡

TISDC invites you to leave your mark through design—and let your light be seen by the world. ✨

Submission Period
2026.4.27 (Mon.) – 2026.7.06 (Mon.)
Seize the opportunity and sign up with your peers!

2026 TISDC｜Theme: RESILIENCE
💰 Total Prize Pool: NTD 4,000,000 (approx. USD 130,000)
✅ “0” registration fee – free submission!
🌍 Judged by international experts, discovering diverse design talents
🏆 Winners will be invited to the award ceremony, networking events, and exclusive exhibitions
💡 No limit on the number of entries; previously awarded works from other competitions are also eligible

For detailed information and registration guidelines, please visit the “Competition Guidelines” section in the top menu of the official website.

We look forward to seeing diverse design works from all of you on the global stage. ✨

⬭ Theme & Competition Process <<< Click here
⬭ Registration Steps & Submission Format <<< Click here
⬭ Judging Criteria & Awards <<< Click here
⬭ Important Notes <<< Click here

The 2026 TISDC campus promotion continues to strengthen the connection between design education and sustainability. On April 14, a “Circular Economy Lecture” was held at National Taiwan University of Arts, featuring thematic sharing and practical insights that guided students to explore resource reuse and material innovation from a design perspective.

The lecture was delivered by Li Tung-Yang, CEO of Real Design, who shared his brand’s practices in sustainable design and material innovation. The session provided an in-depth analysis of how waste materials can be transformed into design works with both aesthetic and commercial value. Applications included marble powder, reclaimed utility pole wood, and coal fly ash, demonstrating the diverse possibilities of circular design. 💡

In addition, the speaker addressed how to balance ideals with market realities in practical operations, while candidly discussing the challenges faced in developing materials such as coffee grounds and betel nut fiber. These insights offered students a more comprehensive understanding of industry practices. In response to the rapid development of artificial intelligence, Li further emphasized how AI can accelerate early-stage research and 3D digital modeling, as well as enable the transformation of physical materials into online databases—effectively shortening the distance between designers and international clients. 🚀

The lecture concluded by highlighting that the core value of design lies in imbuing products with emotion and cultural meaning—an aspect that technology still cannot easily replace. Through this session, students not only gained a deeper understanding of the application of circular economy in design practice, but also reflected on the future role and responsibility of design in sustainable development.

Caption: 2026 TISDC lecture at National Taiwan University of Arts

Caption: 2026 TISDC lecture at National Taiwan University of Arts

Caption: 2026 TISDC lecture at National Taiwan University of Arts

The 2026 TISDC campus promotion continues to expand across Taiwan, with a session successfully held at Yuan Ze University in March. This event adopted a workshop-based format, integrating hands-on practice with interactive exchange, guiding students to explore the relationship between design and contemporary issues from multiple perspectives, and strengthening the application and practice of design education.

The workshop was led by TISDC Project Director Associate Professor Yan-Ting Chen, who organized a “Digital Product Sustainability Design Workshop.” Students were guided to approach design from a sustainability perspective, examining the impact of digital products within environmental and social contexts. Through case studies and interactive discussions, the workshop encouraged students to transform design thinking into concrete proposals and develop practical application skills.

The event also incorporated a TISDC competition briefing, covering the 2026 submission highlights, registration process, and the core concept of this year’s theme, “Resilience.” This helped students better understand creative directions and participation strategies. By integrating hands-on learning with competition insights, students were encouraged to extend their outcomes to an international design platform, expanding both their creative vision and interdisciplinary practice.

Through continuous campus promotion and practice-oriented activities, TISDC aims to strengthen the connection between design education, industry, and international competitions, cultivating design talents with innovative thinking, sustainability awareness, and a global perspective, while encouraging young designers to respond to a rapidly changing world through design.

Caption: Workshop session at Yuan Ze University for the 2026 TISDC

Caption: Group photo from the 2026 TISDC event at Yuan Ze University