This year’s winners come from a variety of design disciplines, showcasing not only technical expertise but also a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and social impact. The group comprises various design disciplines and contributes uniquely to the creative landscape. Communication designers promote local culture through creative visuals, while environmental designers balance aesthetics and functionality. Fashion & accessory designers reflect contemporary societal values and the youth culture, whereas product & industrial designer emphasises on human-centred approaches and material optimisation. These talented designers have demonstrated exceptional creative approaches, with a strong focus on sustainability, cultural identity, and social cohesion. Their contributions have greatly impressed the judges, who recognise their abilities to drive change in the Hong Kong design industry.
Professor Eric Yim, Chairman of HKDC, commented, “Young designers are the heartbeat of the creative industries, constantly injecting new energy and innovation into the design economy. DFA HKYDTA recognises and nurtures these rising stars, provides them with the chance to engage with the global design community. We believe that their experiences outside Hong Kong will enhance their creative vision and help them build lasting connections that will benefit Hong Kong’s design industry in the long run.”
The winners will receive their awards at the DFA Awards Presentation Ceremony, which will take place on December 6, 2024. Through the DFA HKYDTA, HKDC reaffirms its commitment to nurture the next generation’s design talents and promote Hong Kong’s status as a vibrant international design hub.
Established in 2005, the DFA HKYDTA’s mission is to nurture and support Hong Kong’s emerging design practitioners and encourage the growth of local creative industries. Since its inception, this programme has provided sponsorships for over 140 young Hong Kong design practitioners and design graduates aged between 18 and 35. Each awardee is provided with a sponsorship of up to HK$500,000 to work at a renowned overseas design company for 6 to 12 months or study abroad at a reputable institute for 6 to 18 months.
More details of DFA HKYDTA and the 2024 awardees are available at: https://ydta.dfaawards.com.
DFA HKYDTA Press kit and high-res photos: https://bit.ly/3YTjgnn
