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NYX official partner programme

Building the Global Design
Community Together.

Represent International Design Excellence.

The NYX Design Awards partners with organisations and professionals worldwide who share our commitment to celebrating creativity, innovation, and design excellence.

As an Official NYX Partner, you become a trusted local representative, helping designers, studios, organisations, and creative professionals access international recognition while strengthening the design community within your region.

Together, we celebrate outstanding design, support creative excellence, and connect exceptional designers with international recognition.

Become an official NYX partner
NYX Design Awards official statuette
One global standard. Local expertise.

02 / Why partner

Why partner with NYX

Represent International
Design Excellence.

Joining the NYX Official Partner Programme is more than a partnership opportunity—it is an invitation to become part of a globally recognised design institution.

Official Partners work alongside the NYX Design Awards to promote design excellence, support local creative communities, and provide professional guidance throughout the awards journey.

Together, we help outstanding designers gain the international recognition they deserve.

03 / Our global partners

Our global partners

Growing Together Around the World.

Our Official Partners represent the NYX Design Awards across selected regions, providing trusted local support while strengthening the global design community.

美奕苑China
TiDFATaiwan
Design BridgeMalaysia
SDASingapore
KDAKorea
VDAVietnam
IDSAIndonesia
+More to come

04 / Your role

Your role

Supporting Designers.
Connecting Communities.

Official Partners provide local expertise and personalised support throughout the awards journey, including:

  • Award consultation
  • Category recommendations
  • Submission guidance
  • Local language support
  • Portfolio preparation advice
  • Entry coordination
  • Winner communication
  • Community engagement

While submissions are completed through the official NYX platform, partners provide personalised support that helps designers participate with confidence.

05 / The ideal NYX partner

The ideal NYX partner

You Might Be the
Right Partner If...

  • You believe great design deserves international recognition.
  • You actively support your local design community.
  • You enjoy connecting creative professionals with international opportunities.
  • You value professionalism, integrity, and long-term relationships.
  • You are passionate about helping designers and studios achieve global recognition.

The programme welcomes design associations, architecture and interior design organisations, creative agencies, design consultancies, award consultants, universities and design schools, professional media, design publishers, industry representatives, and creative community leaders.

06 / Partner journey

Partner journey

From Introduction to
Long-Term Partnership.

  1. 01
    Application

    Submit your partnership enquiry

  2. 02
    Review & discussion

    We learn more about you and your market

  3. 03
    Partner approval

    We confirm the partnership opportunity

  4. 04
    Onboarding

    Welcome kit, resources and programme briefing

  5. 05
    Official launch

    Announce your partnership in your region

  6. 06
    Grow together

    Build, support and grow the design community together

07 / Partner benefits

Partner benefits

Grow Together with NYX.

Official Partners enjoy access to a range of partnership benefits, including:

Official NYX Partner Recognition
Exclusive Regional Representation Opportunities
Dedicated Partner Manager
Marketing & Promotional Toolkit
Entry Submission Resources
Training & Onboarding
Early Programme Updates
International Network Development
Long-term Partnership Growth

08 / Why organisations partner with NYX

Why organisations partner with NYX

More Than a Partnership.

Support local designers

Help creative professionals gain international recognition and showcase their work on a global stage.

Strengthen your creative community

Promote design excellence while supporting the continued growth of your local industry.

Expand your professional network

Connect with international designers, studios, organisations, and creative leaders.

Build long-term relationships

Become part of a respected international institution committed to celebrating design excellence.

09 / Official partner spotlight

Official partner spotlight

Success Through Collaboration.

Official Partners play an important role in connecting outstanding designers with international recognition.

Future partner stories, interviews, regional highlights, and community achievements will be featured here, celebrating the people and organisations helping shape the global NYX community.

View spotlight stories

10 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Partner Programme FAQ.

Who can become an Official NYX Partner?

Design associations, institutions, agencies, consultancies, media, design schools, and respected industry representatives may apply.

Is regional exclusivity available?

Regional representation is reviewed individually according to market needs, experience, and the proposed partnership scope.

Do partners evaluate submissions?

No. Official Partners support local communities and entrants, while judging remains independent and confidential.

Do partners submit entries on behalf of participants?

Partners may support entry preparation and coordination, but every submission is completed through the official NYX online entry system.

Is training provided?

Yes. Approved partners receive onboarding, programme resources, brand guidance, and ongoing support from a dedicated manager.

How do I apply?

Send a partnership enquiry with your organisation profile, region, relevant experience, and proposed contribution to the design community.

11 / Represent your region

Represent your region

One Global Standard.
Local Expertise.

The NYX Official Partner Programme continues to expand across the world, bringing international recognition closer to local design communities.

Every partner contributes unique regional expertise while sharing the same commitment to fairness, professionalism, and design excellence.

Together, we help outstanding designers gain the international recognition they deserve.

12 / Final CTA

Help Shape the Future of Design in Your Region.

Join a growing international network of organisations and professionals committed to celebrating outstanding design and supporting creative excellence worldwide.

Apply to become an official NYX partner