The Housewares Design Awards— the premier awards program focused on housewares design innovation— was founded in 2003 by HomeWorld Business to honor the unyielding effort within the industry to create new ways to improve everyday living.
Much has changed in the industry since the first awards ceremony in January 2004 at New York's Gotham Hall. One constant, however, is the central role design innovation plays in the creation of value-added differentiation as a catalyst for growth in housewares.
The 13th Housewares Design Awards celebration, presented by HomeWorld Business, is set for Tuesday, January 30, 2018, during the Winter 2018 Las Vegas Market at the World Market Center Las Vegas.
Since its inaugural ceremony in 2004, the Housewares Design Awards program has recognized 762 product finalists and bestowed “Best of Category” distinctions on 154 products.
Las Vegas Market is hosting the awards ceremony for the second time and providing independent judging support for the Housewares Design Awards competition.
The independent judging panel for the 2018 Housewares Design Awards will select five finalists and Best in Category winners in 11 core categories encompassing the full scope of the housewares industry. From the Best in Category winners, the judges will select Best of the Best Gold, Silver and Bronze winners representing the pinnacle of design innovation.
Entries in the 11 Housewares Design Awards categories are eligible for the first annual Smart Home Award, a special new award honoring smart home innovation. The 2018 ceremony also will present the second annual Design Influencer Of The Year Award to an exceptional individual or organization.
Mark of Excellence
Housewares Design Award winners get much more than a trophy. They earn a prestigious honor that proclaims to retailers and consumers alike that a product is independently recognized for exceptional performance, utility and style.
The Housewares Design Award logo is a mark of excellence featured prominently on the packaging of products at leading retailers across the country.
Retailers need new products to drive growth. Housewares Design Awards winners and finalists appeal to retailers while generating high-profile consumer media exposure that propels sales.
The Housewares Design Awards program inspires a culture of innovation that spreads from manufacturers to retailers to consumers.
Value-Added Networking
The annual Housewares Design Awards celebration is a perfect chance to network with industry peers and media representatives who share a passion for innovative new products.
Finalists for the 2018 Housewares Design Awards will be showcased in a special product exhibit held in connection with the annual awards ceremony, set for set for January 30, 2018, during the Winter 2018 Las Vegas Market at the World Market Center Las Vegas.
Leading housewares industry executives, prominent housewares designers and media will be on hand to help celebrate the best housewares designs of the year.
Don't miss this chance to be among the housewares design stars in Las Vegas on January 30.
The winners of the 2018 Housewares Design Awards were presented Tuesday evening, January 30, during a ceremony at the Las Vegas Market.
Eleven “Best in Category” and three “Best of the Best” winners were presented from 55 finalists.
Best of the Best “Gold” went to Blueair for the Blue Pure 411 air cleaner; “Silver” went to Philips Lighting for the SceneSwitch LED light bulb; and “Bronze” went to Braun for the MultiQuick 9 Hand Blender.
2018 Housewares Design Awards Best in Category winners and finalists in each category are:
In addition to these awards, iRobot received the inaugural “Smart” Home Award for its Roomba 690 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum. Launched this year, the “Smart” Award spotlights products that control, automate and optimize typical product utility and function using connectivity and integrated programming.
The 2nd annual “Design Influencer of the Year” award was presented to leading e-commerce innovator The Grommet, with Joanne Domeniconi, co-founder and chief discovery officer, accepting.
Winning products were selected by an independent panel of design and merchandising experts who conducted hands-on testing of hundreds of products in 11 categories. Criteria included: appropriate aesthetics; innovative materials and technology; user benefits (i.e., performance, comfort, ease of use, safety); and marketability in making their determination.
The 2018 Housewares Design Awards Celebration was presented by HomeWorld Business, hosted by Las Vegas Market and sponsored by Whitford Corporation. See the below gallery for a tour of the 2018 Housewares Design Awards winners.
Best in Category, Cookware & Bakeware: Emile Henry, Soup Pot
Best in Category, Countertop Cooking & Beverage Appliances: Jura Inc., Jura J6
Best of the Best "Bronze," Best in Category, Countertop Food Prep Appliances: Braun, Braun MultiQuick 9 Hand Blender
Best in Category, Countertop Kitchenware: Botto Design LLC, ½ Smart Storage System
Best in Category, Cutlery & Cutting Tools: Wüsthof, Classic 4.5-inch Asian Utility Knife
Best in Category, Gadgets & Kitchen Tools: Bradshaw International, GoodCook Touch Ice Cube Tray
Best of the Best "Silver," Best in Category, Home & Outdoor Décor: Philips Lighting, Philips SceneSwitch LED light bulb
Best of the Best "Gold," Best in Category, Home Environment & Floor Care Appliances: Blueair, Blue Pure 411 air cleaner
Best in Category, Home Organization, Laundry Care & Non-Electric Cleaning: Oxo International Ltd., Aluminum 3 Tier Shower Caddy
Best in Category, Personal, Health & Garment Care: Pretika Corporation, Pretika Shiatsu Foot Massager with Thermal Technology
Best in Category, Tableware, Serveware & Beverageware: Zoku, LLC, Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Bottle
“Smart” Home Award, iRobot Roomba 690 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum
iRobot Wins Housewares Design Awards’ Smart Home Award
iRobot’s Roomba 690 robotic vacuum will be honored with the first Smart Home Award at the 2018 Housewares Design Awards celebration on January 30 during the Las Vegas Market.
An independent panel of judges selected the Roomba 690 from among several Smart Home Award entries, which also had to be entered into one of the 11 core Housewares Design Awards categories.
iRobot has extended the benefits of cloud-connected cleaning to its entry-level Roomba 690 at a retail price of $375.
Through Wi-Fi connectivity and the iRobot home app, the Roomba 690 offers remote cleaning and scheduling for up to seven times per week, direct access to customer support, customized cleaning settings and compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant devices for easy-to-use voice commands. The app also sends push notifications to alert users to the status of each cleaning mission.
The Roomba 690 uses a patented three-stage cleaning system with dual multi-surface brushes, an edge-sweeping brush, and a powerful vacuum to efficiently clean carpets, rugs and hard floors, according to the company.
An independent panel of design and merchandising experts convened in mid-November to judge the entries and “Best in Category” winners for each of the 11 awards categories.
The Smart Home Award and 11 "Best in Category" winners will be announced at a special Housewares Design Awards celebration and awards ceremony, January 30, 2018, 5 to 7:30 p.m., during the Winter Las Vegas Market at World Market Center Las Vegas.
A trio of “Best of the Best” winners— Gold, Silver and Bronze awards— will be selected from the 11 “Best in Category” honorees.
In addition, The Grommet will be honored with the second annual “Design Influencer of the Year” award. Joanne Domeniconi, The Grommet’s co-founder and chief discovery officer, is set to accept the award.
The 2018 Housewares Design Awards are presented by HomeWorld Business, hosted by Las Vegas Market and sponsored by Whitford Corporation.
The 2018 Housewares Design Awards Celebration kicks off January 30 at 5 p.m. with a cocktail reception on floor C11 of the World Market Center Las Vegas. Winners will be announced and finalists will be recognized on floor C1 from 6:15 p.m to 7:30 p.m.
Each finalist will be displayed in a special gallery on C11 during the 2017 Winter Las Vegas Market.
Tickets to the awards celebration are $25 each and may be purchased online here.
Click here for the complete list of the Housewares Design Awards 2018 finalists.
The finalists are in for the 2018 Housewares Design Awards.
Five product finalists were selected in 11 core awards categories: Cookware & Bakeware; Countertop Cooking & Beverage Appliances; Countertop Food Prep Appliances; Countertop Kitchenware; Cutlery & Cutting Tools; Gadgets & Kitchen Tools; Home Environment, Floor Care & Cleaning Appliances; Home Organization, Laundry Care & Non-Electric Cleaning; Home & Outdoor Décor; Personal, Health & Garment Care; and Tableware, Serveware & Beverageware.
An independent panel of design and merchandising experts convened in mid-November to judge the entries and “Best in Category” winners for each of the 11 awards categories.
Winners will be announced at a special Housewares Design Awards celebration and awards ceremony, January 30, 2018, 5 to 7:30 p.m., during the Winter Las Vegas Market at World Market Center Las Vegas.
A trio of “Best of the Best” winners— Gold, Silver and Bronze awards— will be selected from the 11 “Best in Category” honorees.
In addition, The Grommet will be honored with the second annual “Design Influencer of the Year” award. Joanne Domeniconi, The Grommet’s co-founder and chief discovery officer, is set to accept the award.
The 2018 Housewares Design Awards are presented by HomeWorld Business, hosted by Las Vegas Market and sponsored by Whitford Corporation.
The 2018 Housewares Design Awards Celebration kicks off January 30 at 5 p.m. with a cocktail reception on floor C11 of the World Market Center Las Vegas. Winners will be announced and finalists will be recognized on floor C1 from 6:15 p.m to 7:30 p.m.
Each finalist will be displayed in a special gallery on C11 during the 2017 Winter Las Vegas Market.
Tickets to the awards celebration are $25 each and may be purchased online here.
2018 Housewares Design Awards Finalists*
*listed within category alphabetically by company name
Cookware & Bakeware
Cooking Miracle, LLC, Smartbowl System
Emile Henry, Soup Pot
Lifetime Brands, Inc., Sabatier Rust Resistant Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Cookware
Newell Brands, Calphalon Premier Space Saving Cookware
Scanpan USA, Scanpan Pro S5 9.5-inch Fry Pan
Countertop Cooking & Beverage Appliances
Chefman, Chefman Perfect Pour Volcano Belgian Waffle Maker
Fagor America, Lux LCD Multi-Cooker
Jura Inc., Capresso Froth Control
Jura Inc., Jura J6 Automatic Coffee Center
Midea America Corp., Midea Glass Kettle
Countertop Food Prep Appliances
Bianco Asia Ltd., Multi-Function Vacuum Pump System
The deadline to enter the 2018 Housewares Design Awards has been extended to November 7, 2017.
Winners of the Housewares Design Awards will be announced at a special celebration on Tuesday, January 30, 2017, during the Las Vegas Market.
Applications for the 2017 Housewares Design Awards will be accepted through November 7, 2017, in 12 product categories: Cookware & Bakeware; Countertop Cooking & Beverage Appliances; Countertop Food Prep Appliances; Countertop Kitchenware; Cutlery & Cutting Tools; Floor Care & Cleaning Appliances; Gadgets & Kitchen Tools; Home Environment Appliances; Home Organization, Laundry Care & Non-Electric Cleaning; Home & Outdoor Décor; Personal, Health & Garment Care; and Tableware, Serveware & Beverageware.
Entries submitted in all of the 12 core categories also are eligible for consideration in a new 13th “Smart Home” category, which recognizes the growing importance of computer-connectivity in today’s society.
Products available to consumers from October 1, 2016, through September 30, 2017, are eligible. The cost for each product entry is $175, plus an additional $50 fee for products entered into the Smart Home category. All entrants will receive one free ticket to the Housewares Design Awards Celebration, which will be held at Las Vegas Market on Tuesday, January 30, 2018.
The Housewares Design Awards competition— the premier awards program focused on housewares design innovation— was founded in 2003 by HOMEWORLD BUSINESS® to honor supplier efforts within the industry to create new ways to improve everyday living by recognizing excellence in 12 core housewares categories.
The Las Vegas Market will host the awards for the second time in 2018 as an extension of its overall growth strategy for gift-oriented housewares, tabletop and specialty food. More than 500 gourmet resources will be presented in permanent showrooms and temporary presentations during the upcoming winter Las Vegas Market, January 28 to February 1, 2018.
Whitford Corporation, a leading developer and marketer of non-stick housewares coatings, sponsors the 2018 Housewares Design Awards.
A panel of 12 judges (product designers, design educators, gourmet retailers and design editors) will meet in Las Vegas in November to test, review and rate the products based on four criteria: appropriate aesthetics; innovative materials and technology; user benefits (i.e., performance, comfort, ease of use, safety); and marketability.
Winners of the 2018 Housewares Design Awards will be announced and finalists will be recognized during the January 30 ceremony. The second annual “Design Influencer” Award also will be presented during the awards celebration.
A networking reception will be hosted immediately prior to the awards ceremony on C11 of the World Market Center Las Vegas against the backdrop of a special display spotlighting the 2018 finalists and award-winning products that will be featured during the market.
Winners and finalists will be featured by HomeWorld Business and its sister publication, Gourmet Insider.
Emerson Tool Company goClean Household Wet/Dry Vac
Designed a crossover product between larger industrial-style wet/dry vacs and low-capacity quick-clean models, the goClean Household Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner, at 2 gallons, is small enough to store under the sink, yet offers sufficient capacity for bigger cleanup chores. Accessory storage is molded into the back of the unit. The ease of use and distinctive aesthetic styling are designed to invite 25-50-year-old females into the wet/dry segment. View Winner Profile
