Nomination is now open for the Cooper-Hewitt People’s Design Award for 2009. Selection criteria are the following; excellence, innovation, and enhancement of the quality of life. There are 7 design awards namely Architecture, Communications, Fashion, Interaction, Interior, Landscape Architecture, and Product Design to be given under 3 categories.

Cooper-Hewitt gives out design awards every year and this year’s winner was announced on October 23 at the National Design Awards gala in New York City. There are 276 entries for the Design Award and here’s the top nominated entries; Zon Hearing Aid, Design Observer, Bennington Bookmarks, Inhabitat, Zip tie ring, Magno - wooden radio wr01/2bipod, JAVN Floor Design and Strida 5.0 bicycle. This years winner was not only judged by design gurus but also was voted online by anyone. People can nominate and vote for an example of good design. › Continue reading