Samsung’s Human-Centered Design Wins IDEA and Red Dot Design Award 2026

Samsung Electronics announced it earned 45 honors at the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2026, including one Impact Award, nine Bronze awards, and 35 Finalist recognitions, as well as 12 awards at the Red Dot Design Award 2026. The IDEA program, founded by the Industrial Designers Society of America in 1980, evaluates designs across 20 categories based on innovation, user benefit, and societal impact. Samsung’s recognition spans product design, services, and brand experiences, highlighting its commitment to accessible and user-centered solutions.

Samsung’s Accessibility Design for Home Appliances received the inaugural Impact Award at IDEA 2026 for addressing diverse user needs. The design introduces features such as Easy Mode for simplified interfaces, Auto Open Door for effortless access, and Voice ID for personalized settings. These innovations aim to make home appliances like washers and refrigerators more usable for individuals with visual, hearing, mobility, or cognitive differences, with settings transferable across connected devices.

Nine Samsung designs earned Bronze awards at IDEA 2026 for advancements in premium appliances, branding, and sustainability. The company also had 35 designs recognized as Finalists. These awards reflect Samsung’s focus on integrating user-centric design into everyday technology, emphasizing both functionality and inclusivity in product development.

At the Red Dot Design Award 2026, Samsung received 12 awards in the Brands & Communication Design category, including Best of the Best for Galaxy Privacy Display on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Privacy Display limits screen visibility from side angles while maintaining front clarity, allowing users to protect sensitive information in public settings. Samsung also won 11 additional Red Dot awards for projects enhancing personalized user experiences across its ecosystem.