SFAAAT
SFAAAT PRESENTS

2025AADC

NORTH AMERICAN
APPLIED ARTS DESIGN COMPETITION

BEYOND THE EDGE. "Edge" represents not only geographical boundaries but also the critical points of technology, culture, materials, and identity.

Competition Timeline

The published 2025 submission period is retained for archive reference.

Submission OpensOct 1, 2025
Submission PeriodInternational Entries
DeadlineDec 15, 2025

Submission Categories

Six applied arts groups cover technology, media, space, product, graphic design, and interdisciplinary practice.

Art & Technology
  • Interactive Installation Art
  • Digital Art
  • AI Generated Art
  • VR/AR Art
  • Bio Art & Ecological Art
  • Sound Art & Electronic Music
  • Robotic Art
  • Laser & Holographic Art
  • 3D Printing Art
  • Data Visualization Art
Fusion Art
  • Material & Art Fusion
  • Information & Art Fusion
  • Science & Art Fusion
  • Traditional Craft & Modern Technology
  • Cross-cultural Art Fusion
  • Multimedia Art Fusion
  • Architecture & Art Fusion
  • Fashion & Art Fusion
Graphic Design & Fine Arts
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Packaging Design
  • Book Design
  • Infographic Design
  • Advertising Design
  • Typography Design
  • Web Design
  • Painting
  • Printmaking
  • Sculpture
  • Installation Art
  • Photography
  • Digital Painting
  • Mixed Media Art
Media Arts
  • Film & Animation
  • Short Video
  • Game Art
  • Interactive Design
  • Sound Art
  • Visualization Design
  • New Media Advertising
  • Web UI Design
Environmental Art & Design
  • Urban Planning
  • Public Art Installation
  • Exhibition Design
  • Commercial Space Design
  • Stage Design
  • Lighting Design
  • Wayfinding System Design
  • Landscape Design
  • Interior Design
  • Architecture Design
Product Design
  • Industrial Design
  • Furniture Design
  • Smart Product Design
  • Sustainable Product Design
  • Medical Device Design
  • Vehicle Design
  • Consumer Electronics Design
  • Toy Design
  • Sports Equipment Design
  • Packaging Structure Design
  • Fashion Design
ParticipationOpen Worldwide

Designers, students, and professionals.

Prize Pool$40,000

50 winners share the published awards.

EvaluationThree-Level Review

Professional evaluation by experts.