HSE CREATIVE OPEN'26 / Object design: a collection
deadline
15 april 2026
object design
lamps
interior object
decoration
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About Competition

The international student HSE CREATIVE OPEN online competition on the basis of HSE ART AND DESIGN SCHOOL

The goal of the competition is to gather original ideas and spectacular projects in all areas of design, contemporary art and fashion on one platform and to gain the attention of the creative community to the development of jobs in the industry.

Students from any university, regardless of the location they are based at, can participate in the competition.

Architectural tableware brand TORRE by Anastasia Firsova

About the nomination

Every object, beyond its function and aesthetics, carries a story. The true talent of a product designer shines brightest when developing a collection where each piece enhances and complements the overall concept, revealing a new level of depth and approach.

This year, the nomination features projects that represent a series of items. Both realized and conceptual projects that have yet to find physical form are eligible for nomination, provided they reflect an original idea and are designed with production capabilities in mind. The format of the objects can vary widely: tableware, decor, furniture, lighting, small architectural forms, and other items for interiors and spaces.

Terms and requirements

Components of the Final Project:

1. A description of the concept and the name of the collection. 2. Research that has shaped the project’s concept. 3. Visualizations of the design solution. Each object should be presented from different angles and in various contexts of use. The visualizations must clearly convey its appearance, dimensions, and materials. At least one image representing the entire collection is required. 4. Production technologies used.

Participants may enhance their project with sketches, videos on open platforms, and other materials that strengthen the presentation if they wish.

Evaluation criteria

The best projects combine expressiveness, novelty, conceptual depth, functionality, and feasibility. The design presentation aligns with current trends in graphic design and the project’s overall concept.

Competition stages

October 31 — start date to upload projects on the platform

April 15 — project submission deadline

The prizes

I place    50 000 rubles II place   30 000 rubles III place  20 000 rubles

Do you want to participate in the competition? We prepared a guide on working with the platform that will help you create an account and upload your project

References

so soft — inflatable lamps by Natalia Ozhirelyeva

Degree programmes

HSE ART AND DESIGN SCHOOL has launched programmes in Communication Design, Fashion Design, and Branding in the fashion industry, where students can receive education in Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, and additional education programs.

A project-based approach to learning, professional digital portfolio development, experienced instructors, and exposure to real-world creative industries enable our graduates to become international award-winning employees of successful companies and studios, and highly skilled professionals in design, fashion, contemporary art, photography, theater, programming, game design, media, advertising, film, animation, sound art, and visual effects.

Contact us

HSE ART AND DESIGN SCHOOL Moscow, Malaya Pionerskaya st., 12 creativeopen@hsedesign.ru Get in touch with the event coordinators

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