KOKUYO and VUILD Launch Exciting New International Design Competition: The Digi Fab Award 2025

KOKUYO and VUILD Unveil the Digi Fab Award 2025

KOKUYO Co., Ltd., headquartered in Osaka, has teamed up with VUILD, Inc. to launch an exciting International Design Competition named the "Digi Fab Award 2025 by KOKUYO x VUILD." This innovative contest aims to blend architecture and furniture using cutting-edge digital fabrication techniques.

The competition opens for submissions starting June 1, 2025, through July 31, 2025, inviting architects, creative practitioners, and students from Japan and worldwide to participate. This year's theme, "Personal and Public," encourages participants to present their unique visions that explore the intersection of individual expression and community-centric design.

The Vision Behind Digi Fab Award 2025

Since entering a strategic partnership in July 2022, KOKUYO and VUILD have significantly advanced the field of digital fabrication. KOKUYO has integrated VUILD's state-of-the-art digital wood fabrication machine, known as the "ShopBot," into its operations. Utilizing this innovative technology, KOKUYO has been able to create original interior spaces, artworks, and furniture primarily from wood. These digital creations have found applications in various settings, particularly in office environments, leading to a redefined approach to space and furniture design.

The Digi Fab Award serves two primary objectives: to promote the talents of designers globally and to enhance awareness of DigiFab technology. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, the competition seeks to foster creative ideas through digital means while highlighting sustainability and innovation.

Upcoming Exhibition Featuring Winning Designs

In an exciting addition to the competition, the Grand Prize-winning design will be fabricated and showcased during the European Cultural Centre's international architecture exhibition at Palazzo Mora in Venice, Italy, running from May 10 to November 23, 2025. This exhibition is a unique opportunity for the designers to present their work on an international stage. KOKUYO will collaborate closely with VUILD, serving as co-sponsors of this distinguished event, further solidifying their commitment to promoting design excellence and innovation.

Application Guidelines

Interested participants can find detailed information regarding the application process on the official contest website. Entries will be evaluated based on creativity, innovation, and the ability to interweave the themes of personal and public in design. The competition aims to elevate brand recognition for both KOKUYO and VUILD, while simultaneously positioning them as leaders in the field of contemporary design.

For further details, prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the pages dedicated to the Digi Fab Award 2025 on the KOKUYO and VUILD websites.

The Digi Fab Award 2025 represents an exciting opportunity for designers to harness technology and creativity, inviting them to reimagine the future of architecture and furniture with an emphasis on community and individual expression. With the backing of KOKUYO and VUILD, this competition promises to shine a light on groundbreaking designs and the transformative power of digital fabrication technology.

This initiative truly encapsulates the potential of combined efforts between traditional craftsmanship and modern technology, paving the way for future innovations in the design industry.