The Muuto Design Contest is an open-call design competition that seeks to discover the next generation of icon accessories. With a progressive and forward-looking approach, we’re on a mission to support new talents in the design world, encouraging them to keep manifesting new perspectives and bringing innovative ideas to the industry.
Grounded in Nature:
For the third edition of the Muuto Design Contest, we are seeking design proposals that bring a new perspective to outdoor accessories and smaller furniture. We are especially interested in ideas that rethink outdoor spaces and explore the transition between indoor and outdoor living.
How can outdoor environments feel as welcoming and considered as our interiors? How can design blur the boundaries between inside and outside — physically, emotionally, and sensorially?
We are looking for designs grounded in nature — responding to natural surroundings, light, materiality, and tactility. The proposal should relate to outdoor or transitional spaces such as terraces, balconies, gardens, courtyards, or semi-covered environments, while introducing new perspectives that challenge traditional notions and elevate everyday living.
Prize
The Prize:
- 1st prize: €5,000 plus the opportunity to see their winning design potentially go into production or limited production
- 2nd and 3rd prize: €2,500
How to Apply
How to Apply:
Please attach your design proposal as a PDF (maximum file size 20MB). Your design proposal should clearly articulate the design process and contain the following:
- High-quality photographs or renderings capturing the essence of your design.
- Images of models or samples showcasing the physical embodiment of your design.
- Context visualizations showing the use of the product.
- Considerations about the design’s scalability.
Submit your entries to [email protected] by October 12, 2026. Ensure all required materials and details are included.
