2020

99awards

The 2020 99awards are bigger and better than ever! From branding to book covers to beer bottles, we've never seen a stronger lineup of top-notch, trendy designs. Plus, this year we've assembled a panel of guest judges comprised of creative professionals from around the world. You won't want to miss any of 2020's stunning designs!

Explore the awards

Key dates

Entry deadline
Nominees announced
Jury panel announced
Winners announced
10 January 2020
18 February 2020
18 February 2020
4 March 2020
2,819,782

Designs created

453

Award entries

57

Nominees

9

Winners

And the winners are...

Raveart

Best Branding Design

bubupanda

Best Illustration Design

Pepper Pack Design

Best Packaging Design

Studio yknot

Best Print Design

hortasar

Best use of Typography

Hakonek

Best Digital Design

Paula Ambrosio

Best New Designer

Eliza Osmo

Best New Top Level Designer

saisxy16

People's Choice Award

Meet the jury

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Andrea Pippins
Illustrator and author
Andrea Pippins creates images that celebrate
different standards of beauty; explores ideas of
empowerment for women and girls... Show more
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Meet Andrea
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Allison Filice
Illustrator and designer
Allison Filice is a San Francisco-based creative
whose 'friendly-psychedelic' illustrations
colorfully explore her inner and out... Show more
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Meet Allison
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Charlie Smith
Founder and Creative Director, Charlie Smith Design
Former Pentagram designer Charlie Smith
founded independent studio Charlie Smith
Design in 2003. Based in London, th... Show more
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Meet Charlie
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Will Paterson
Letterer and content creator
Will Paterson is a UK-base logotype designer,
YouTuber and author. He creates bespoke logos
and brand identity systems for busi... Show more
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Meet Will
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Satu Pelkonen
Senior Design Manager, Squarespace
Satu is a Sr. Design Manager for Squarespace
whose primary role is leading the design efforts
of the Brand Design team. Prior to j... Show more
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Meet Satu
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Miriam Brafman
Founder and CEO, Packlane
Miriam Brafman is the founder and CEO of
Packlane, an online printing company that
makes it simple for businesses to d... Show more
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Meet Miriam

2020 awards

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Best Branding Design

Creative logos and branding that break through the clutter.

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Best Illustration Design

Drawings, paintings, and digital art from our best artists.

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Best Packaging Design

Premium designs from premium designers.

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Best Print Design

Designs on the page are all the rage.

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Best use of Typography

Bold designs with a lot of character.

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Best Digital Design

Websites, mobile apps, and more!

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Best New Designer

Meet the most talented newbies of the year.

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Best New Top Level Designer

The best-of-the-best of our newest top designers.

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People's Choice Award

The only 99award chosen by you, the design fan.

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