Smart Design Global 2026 Awards Presentation Ceremony Proudly Unveils 52 Original Award-Winning Designs International Tour Highlights Hong Kong’s Creative Design Power

Set to Appear at Bangkok Mega Show and Paris Maison&Objet

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 9 June 2026 - The Smart Design Global 2026 (SDG), an annual flagship event of Hong Kong's design scene (formerly known as the Hong Kong Smart Design Awards) organised by the Hong Kong Exporters' Association (HKEA) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, announced this year's winners officially on 5 June 2026. Amongst over a hundred shortlisted entries, 52 original works claimed the top honours.

The awards presentation ceremony was successfully held on the same day at the Charles K. Kao Auditorium in the Hong Kong Science Park, gathering over a hundred representatives from the cultural, design and business scene. Miss Drew Lai, Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries of CCIDA, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour, joining other esteemed guests to witness the outstanding achievements of local designers.

Bridging Design and Business: A Celebration of Hong Kong Creatives

First launched in 2012, the Hong Kong Smart Design Awards has been officially renamed Smart Design Global this year, setting sail for new horizons. This year's ceremony was larger in scale than previous years, with the judging panel personally presenting the awards, demonstrating the inheritance and continuation of Hong Kong's creative design spirit.

During her remarks, Ms. Helena Chiu, Chairman of the HKEA, expressed her gratitude to all supporting organisations and participants, noting, "Smart Design Global provides local designers with a vital platform for creative exchange and showcase, established with the goal to build a holistic design ecosystem and shape creativity as a new economic driver for Hong Kong. Moving forward, the Hong Kong Exporters' Association will continue to foster cross-sector collaboration, harnessing design creativity to unlock global business opportunities. By elevating Hong Kong's influence in the design sector, our efforts are dedicated to ensure more locally created works shine in markets worldwide."

When the Guest of Honour, Miss Drew Lai, Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries of CCIDA, delivered her speech, she expressed the hope that after this year's project upgrade, it will further become an important platform driving Hong Kong design towards the international stage, significantly enhancing the global influence of Hong Kong design.

The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency has always adhered to the industry-oriented principle, supporting the industrialisation and development of the creative sector through the "CreateSmart Initiative". The Government will continue to fully support industry organisations in organising high-quality design projects, promoting cross-sector collaboration, and consolidating Hong Kong's position as Asia's creative capital and a centre for cultural and artistic exchanges between China and the rest of the world.

Spanning Four Major Categories: Corporate and Conceptual Groups Shine Brightly

This year's Smart Design Global presented a total of 54 awards (52 awarded products) across four major product design categories: LIVE, DINE, GIFT, and PLAY. The accolades included 5 Grand Awards, 9 Gold Awards, 36 Winner Awards, 3 Green Awards and 1 Student Award. The Corporate Group and Conceptual Group secured 44 and 10 awards respectively, with the LIVE and GIFT categories standing out front and centre. All winning works demonstrated outstanding design aesthetics as well as strong commercialisation potential, reflecting Hong Kong's diverse creativity and market appeal.

Smart Design Global 2026 Awards Details

By Awards Category	Corporate Group	Conceptual Group
Grand Awards	4	1
Gold Awards	7	2
Winner Awards	31	5
Green Awards	2	1
Student Award	Not Applicable	1

By Product Category	Corporate Group	Conceptual Group
LIVE	13	10
DINE	3
GIFT	18
PLAY	10

Smart Design Global 2026 Awarded Products Introduction (Grand Awards & Student Award)
Group / Category	Awarded Product Name	Designer(s)	Product Description
CORPORATE - LIVE (GRAND AWARD)	AIROmini Magic Brewer	LUO Peifan * Zec CHAN	AIROmini is a portable precision brewer that transforms traditional Kungfu tea and specialty coffee extraction into a compact, travel-ready format. Featuring an Air-lock pressure control mechanism, it simplifies complex brewing techniques into visual intuitive operation while maintaining flavour clarity. The flared rim enhances sealing performance, and the 2.5mm wall thickness balances durability with a lightweight feel. Calibrated for a 150ml optimal brew, AIROmini is designed for your personal ritual.
CORPORATE - DINE (GRAND AWARD)	LOCKIT	Chris WONG	LOCKIT is a modular storage system designed to adapt to everyday life. Using a proprietary clip mechanism, containers of different sizes securely connect to create customised storage configurations for kitchens, offices, travel, and daily organisation. The clips form airtight, leak-proof seals while delivering tactile confirmation when locked. Translucent BPA-free containers allow quick content identification, while geometric forms maximise stacking efficiency and space utilisation. By transforming fixed containers into a flexible modular system, LOCKIT allows users to expand, rearrange, and personalise storage effortlessly. Combining practical innovation with clean minimalist design, LOCKIT redefines storage as a smart, adaptable solution for modern living.
CORPORATE - GIFT (GRAND AWARD)	Plants Incense Matches	CHENG Tsz-kwan * LEE Lap-ki	Experience the magic of a wish with the Festive Wish Incense Match Collection. These unique aromatics are molded like handmade cookies into festive shapes: Christmas Trees, Lucky Flowers, and Valentine's Flora. The breakthrough design integrates a match tip directly onto the incense—just strike to light. No lighter required. As it burns, it serves as a stunning mini-bonsai that perfumes your space. Blending ritual, safety, and style, this collection offers a modern twist on traditional incense, making it the ultimate heartwarming gift for any season.
CORPORATE - PLAY (GRAND AWARD)	InstantSnap	Gray LEUNG * TSANG Yuen-tin	InstantSnap is a whimsical device that reimagines the instant camera experience by combining fun and nostalgia. Designed to resemble an instant photo frame rather than a traditional camera, it allows users to frame and capture moments without immediate feedback. This encourages thoughtful photography and adds an element of surprise, making each shot a unique experience.
CONCEPTUAL (GRAND AWARD)	Adaptive & Reusable Milk Powder Vacuum Lid	CHEN Binglun * DENG Feiming * Randolph KWOK	The Adaptive & Reusable Milk Powder Vacuum Lid is an innovative, eco-friendly replacement for disposable milk powder can lids. It creates an airtight vacuum seal to keep milk powder fresher for longer, reducing food waste and oxidation. Made from durable, food-grade materials, its adaptive design fits various can sizes for repeated use across multiple containers. Targeting mothers and families, this product promotes sustainable daily habits by minimising single-use plastic waste and supporting a circular economy. A simple yet impactful solution for greener baby care and household sustainability.
CONCEPTUAL (GOLD AWARD & STUDENT AWARD)	Lai Yuen: Days of Wonder	LEE Hiu-ching	More than a calendar—a heartfelt gift for families and nostalgia lovers. Playful illustrations revive cherished Lai Yuen memories, sparking conversations across generations. A magnetic key ring keeps keys tidy and connects loved ones; handwritten notes bring warmth to everyday life. Lai Yuen Years: bringing happiness home, every day.

The clips form airtight, leak-proof seals while delivering tactile confirmation when locked. Translucent BPA-free containers allow quick content identification, while geometric forms maximise stacking efficiency and space utilisation.

By transforming fixed containers into a flexible modular system, LOCKIT allows users to expand, rearrange, and personalise storage effortlessly. Combining practical innovation with clean minimalist design, LOCKIT redefines storage as a smart, adaptable solution for modern living.

LEE Lap-ki

Randolph KWOK

Going Global: Set to Appear in Two Overseas Exhibitions

Following the awards presentation ceremony, the winning works will embark on an international tour, set to be showcased at two major overseas exhibitions: the Mega Show Bangkok and Maison&Objet Paris. Through these two prominent international platforms, winners will gain direct exposure to global markets, unlocking a wealth of trade and collaboration opportunities that transform bold creativity into profitable global business growth.

Smart Design Global 2026 Roving Exhibition Information
Date	Event
15-17 July 2026	Mega Show Bangkok
10-14 September 2026	Maison&Objet Paris

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For the full list of winning entries of the Smart Design Global 2026, please visit: https://www.sdawards.org.hk/winner/index/2026

For latest news of the Smart Design Global, please visit the official website: https://www.sdawards.org.hk

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About Smart Design Global

Where Smart Design Meets Global Markets!

The Smart Design Global (SDG) has evolved from the Hong Kong Smart Design Awards (HKSDA) to enhance innovation and collaboration within the design community, benefiting from 14 editions of experience and expertise gained from HKSDA. This extensive history allows us to leverage a network of established professionals in the field, fostering a supportive environment for emerging talent. By incorporating insights from past awardees and industry feedback, we will channel limitless creativity into market potential, redefine Hong Kong’s creative ecosystem, and ensure that SDG not only honors design excellence but also addresses the current and future needs of the global market.

Smart Design Global Website: https://www.sdawards.org.hk

About The Hong Kong Exporters' Association

Founded in 1955, The Hong Kong Exporters’ Association (The HKEA) is a non-profit making trade association registered under the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance as a company limited by guarantee. The HKEA is committed to creating new business opportunities and enhancing market value for Hong Kong exporters, aiming to position Hong Kong as a premier trading hub. The HKEA focuses on serving the industry and taking export trade as its core value, helping members expand their business by closely liaising with the government, initiating different projects, and organising seminars, business gatherings, business delegation trips and exhibitions. The HKEA also disseminate the latest local and international trade information and provides online product display and search services for additional publicity, to further promote Hong Kong's export trade and enhance market competitiveness.

The HKEA website: www.exporters.org.hk

About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency

The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) since 2009, was established in June 2024. CCIDA is a dedicated office under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative sectors with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate development of the arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. CCIDA’s strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and multi-disciplinary collaboration, promoting industrialisation of the arts, culture and creative sectors under the industry-oriented principle, and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community, thereby reinforcing Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and our positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.

CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk

Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.

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Seed Medical Reminds Parents: Early Identification Helps Reduce Learning, Emotional and Family Stress

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire – 29 June 2026 – In Hong Kong's academically driven environment, when children show signs such as being distracted in class, procrastinating on homework, being unable to sit still, frequently interrupting others or acting impulsively, parents may easily interpret these behaviours as being "naughty", "lazy" or "unwilling to try". Seed Medical reminds parents that if such situations persist and have already affected a child's learning, emotions, daily life or interpersonal relationships, parents should correctly understand Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and avoid relying solely on scolding or stricter discipline, which may delay the child's opportunity to receive appropriate support.

ADHD Is a Common Childhood Neurodevelopmental Condition and May Continue Into Adolescence or Even Adulthood
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood neurodevelopmental condition. Its main presentations may include being easily distracted, unable to sit still and impulsive behaviours. According to information from Hong Kong's mental health information platform Shall We Talk, the prevalence of ADHD among Hong Kong schoolchildren is similar to international figures, at approximately 5% to 9%. The U.S. CDC also notes that ADHD is usually diagnosed in childhood and may continue into adolescence or even adulthood; children may experience difficulties with attention, controlling impulsive behaviours or activity levels.

High Academic Pressure in Hong Kong May Amplify Symptoms and Increase Misinterpretation
Seed Medical points out that homework, dictation, tests, tutoring and school advancement pressure commonly seen in Hong Kong families may make ADHD-related difficulties more visible. At the same time, these pressures may also cause parents to attribute the issue solely to attitude or discipline. Some children may already be trying their best, yet still often get blamed because they have difficulty sustaining attention, frequently forget items, fail to remember instructions, act impulsively or are unable to remain seated.

In the long term, if the issue is not correctly recognised, children may gradually develop a sense of frustration and lowered self-confidence, which may also intensify parent-child conflict and family stress.

ADHD May Not Simply "Get Better With Age"; Emotions, Relationships and Family Dynamics May Also Be Affected
Many parents assume that ADHD only affects academic performance, or believe that children will "grow out of it naturally". In reality, the impact of ADHD is not limited to classroom performance. It may also involve emotional regulation, interpersonal interaction, self-management and family relationships.

According to the UK National Health Service, symptoms of ADHD in children and young people may include difficulty concentrating, being unable to sit still and difficulty controlling impulses. Support may include adjustments at home and school, lifestyle arrangements and, where appropriate, medication.

When Should Parents Seek Professional Assessment? Four Warning Signs to Watch For
Seed Medical reminds parents that if teachers repeatedly report that a child has difficulty concentrating in class, cannot sit still, impulsively interrupts others or shows affected behavioural performance, or if parents notice persistent difficulties with homework, tests, daily arrangements and emotional state, they should avoid addressing the situation only through scolding, stricter discipline or asking the child to "try harder".

If the situation has already affected the child's learning performance, emotional health, interpersonal interaction or family relationships — for example, parent-child conflicts becoming increasingly frequent, or the child developing frustration, self-blame, lowered confidence or even resistance to attending school due to repeated criticism — parents are advised to seek professional medical advice early to understand whether further assessment and support are needed.

Parents may pay particular attention to the following four warning signs:

1. Classroom performance is persistently affected
Teachers repeatedly report that the child has difficulty concentrating in class, cannot sit still, often interrupts others or acts impulsively.

2. Learning and daily self-care show obvious difficulties
The child frequently experiences procrastination, omissions or confusion when handling homework, tests, packing a schoolbag, remembering instructions or completing daily tasks.

3. Emotional state and self-confidence decline
The child becomes easily frustrated, self-blaming, emotionally low, or develops resistance toward learning and attending school due to frequent criticism.

4. Parent-child conflict and family stress increase
The family frequently experiences conflict over homework, behaviour or daily rules, and both parents and the child feel significant stress.

Seed Medical recommends that if the above situations persist and have already affected the child's learning, daily life or emotional state, parents should consider seeking assessment from child and adolescent psychiatry or relevant professionals, so as to understand the child's needs early.

Treatment Is Not About Making a Child "Behave", but About Helping Improve Core Difficulties
In terms of treatment, medication for ADHD is not intended to make a child "behave" or change their personality. Rather, under a doctor's diagnosis and clinical judgement, it may help improve core symptoms such as attention, impulsivity and hyperactivity according to the child's condition, making it easier for the child to participate in learning and manage behaviour and emotions.

Mayo Clinic Health System notes that common treatment approaches for childhood ADHD may include medication, behavioural therapy, counselling and educational support. The treatment goal is to reduce symptoms and related impact, and adjustments should be made according to individual circumstances.

Seed Medical currently provides child and adolescent psychiatry-related services, including ADHD-related clinical assessment, diagnostic recommendations, medication treatment assessment, follow-up consultations and treatment adjustment. The team recommends that if parents notice persistent impact on their child's attention, behaviour, emotions or learning performance, they may first seek professional medical advice to understand the child's actual needs before deciding on the appropriate direction of support.

References

1. Shall We Talk. (2024). Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder - ADHD.
2. CDC. (2025). About ADHD. Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
3. NHS. (2025). ADHD in children and young people.
4. Mayo Clinic Health System. (2024). 5 tips for managing ADHD in children.
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About Dr. Sin Wai Law
Dr. Sin Wai Law (Vicky) is a Hong Kong registered medical practitioner providing psychiatry-related consultations and clinical assessment services at Seed Medical. Dr. Law supports the mental health needs of children, adolescents, adults and older adults, including emotional difficulties, anxiety and stress-related concerns, attention and behavioural issues, neurodevelopmental-related difficulties, sleep concerns and cognitive-related issues.

During consultation, Dr. Law will conduct a clinical assessment based on each individual's circumstances, and provide appropriate diagnostic advice, treatment options and follow-up care where clinically indicated. The aim is to help patients and their families better understand the situation and consider suitable directions for further support.

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Seed Medical is a local medical service provider offering various specialist and health management services, including psychiatry-related specialist services. The team is committed to providing mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment advice and ongoing follow-up for children, adolescents and adults in a professional, reassuring and patient-centred manner. Seed Medical aims to help patients and families better understand emotional, attention, behavioural or learning difficulties at an earlier stage, and improve daily life, learning and interpersonal relationships with appropriate support.

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