WDR REVEALS TOP-RANKED COUNTRIES IN DESIGN FOR 2024
The 2024 edition of the World Design Rankings (WDR) offers a comprehensive view of global design achievements, ranking countries based on the number of designers honored with the prestigious A’ Design Award. By analyzing the success of designers across more than a hundred creative disciplines, WDR highlights the leading nations driving innovation and creativity. China has once again secured the top position, followed by the United States, Japan, Italy, and Hong Kong among 114 countries represented. These rankings provide valuable insights into each nation’s design capabilities, revealing both their creative strengths and growth opportunities.
Nanbu Eye Gymnasium by Li Yang and Xu Haifeng, 2024
image credit: Dong Liang and Zhang Hongge, RAWVISION studio
name: Nanbu Eye
architects: Li Yang, Xu Haifeng, Jiang Chenhao, Lin Zhexi, Gao Senhe, Cheng Yu and Ji Yongyu
country: China
award: Platinum
category: Architecture, Building and Structure Design
GLOBAL STAGE FOR TOP DESIGN WITH A’ DESIGN AWARD & COMPETITION
The A’ Design Award and Competition, the organization behind the WDR, seeks to foster innovation and highlight outstanding design across the globe. With categories ranging from architecture and interior design to fashion and graphic design, the competition offers participants unparalleled opportunities for recognition and career growth. The awards serve as a platform for designers, artists, and architects to showcase their work on an international stage.
For those eager to join the ranks of award-winning designers, submissions for the 2025 edition are now open, offering a chance to have your creative vision recognized worldwide. Submit your project here.
Pepsi Big Football Event LTO Beverage Packaging by PepsiCo Design and Innovation, 2024
image credit: PepsiCo Design and Innovation
name: Pepsi Big Football Event LTO
designer: PepsiCo Design and Innovation
country: United States
award: Silver
category: Packaging Design
INSIGHTS THROUGH WDR’S DESIGN BUSINESS TOOLS
In addition to country rankings, Word Design Rankings (WDR) offers a deeper look into specific creative sectors through its Design Business Insights. This tool provides detailed data on each country’s design strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities, helping policymakers and industry leaders identify areas ripe for development. By answering key questions, such as which country excels in industrial design or fashion, the insights offer a clearer picture of global trends in various creative fields.
For those interested in individual achievements, the Design Classifications rank designers, artists, and architects within their respective categories. Whether you’re looking for the world’s top architect or the best advertising design agency, this ranking highlights top talents across hundreds of creative fields. Meanwhile, the Designer Rankings provide an overall ranking of individuals based on the number of A’ Design Awards they’ve won, offering a comprehensive view of the top designers in the world, regardless of discipline.
Meland Club Indoor Playground by Li Xiang, 2024
image credit: X+LIVING
name: Meland Club
designer: Li Xiang
country: China
award: Platinum
category: Interior Space and Exhibition Design
Vivo X Series Outdoor Campaign by Output, 2024
image credit: Secrecy
name: Vivo X Series
designer: Output
country: China
award: Silver
category: Advertising, Marketing and Communication Design
