Not another feature.
A publication people keep.
The first edition of Design Archive now sits inside studios, classrooms and creative workspaces across the world. Every project becomes part of a publication designed to be collected, referenced and shared.
Design Archive Vol. 1
300
Pages
A carefully curated publication documenting contemporary design.
50+
Projects
Selected work from designers, studios and brands worldwide.
25+
Countries
A global community of designers brought together in one volume.
100+
Studios, Schools & Brands
Now found on desks, shelves and libraries across the design community.
Why We Created Design Archive
Every day, remarkable design is shared online. Yet much of it disappears just as quickly, buried beneath algorithms, trends and endless scrolling.
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We created Design Archive to preserve the work that deserves a longer life.
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Each volume is a carefully curated publication that documents contemporary automotive, industrial and future design through projects, case studies and essays. More than a showcase, it is a record of the ideas, processes and people shaping design today.
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Our ambition is simple: to create a publication that designers will still reach for years from now.
Timeline
15 Aug - 15 Oct
Submission & Acceptance
Every submission undergoes a careful editorial review to ensure a curated collection of exceptional contemporary design.
1 Nov
Book Design
Accepted projects are thoughtfully designed into a publication where every page reflects the quality of the work it presents.
1 Dec
Printing
Produced by specialist European printers using premium papers and finishes for a publication made to be collected and preserved.
15 Jan 2027
Worldwide Shipping
From our printing partner to desks, studios, schools and libraries around the world, every edition begins its journey here.
Feature Options
2 Page
Early bird € 599 ( 15 Aug - 15 Sept ) Regular € 799 ( 15 Sept - 15 Oct )
4 Page
Early bird € 899 ( 15 Aug - 15 Sept ) Regular € 1099 ( 15 Sept - 15 Oct )
6 Page
Early bird € 1,499 ( 15 Aug - 15 Sept ) Regular € 1699 ( 15 Sept - 15 Oct )
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can submit a project?
We welcome submissions from independent designers, design studios, brands, students and recent graduates. Projects from anywhere in the world are eligible.
What types of projects are accepted?
We accept work across automotive, industrial, product, furniture, mobility, CMF, medical, consumer products, sustainable design, future concepts and other related design disciplines.
Does submitting guarantee publication?
No. Every submission is reviewed by the NIWWRD editorial team. Only projects selected through our editorial process will be featured in Design Archive Vol. 2.
When is the feature fee payable?
The feature fee is only payable after your project has been accepted for publication. There is no fee to submit your work for editorial review.
What does the feature fee include?
The fee covers editorial review, publication design, layout, image preparation, production management, inclusion in the printed book, and promotion through NIWWRD's digital platforms.
What is the difference between the 2-page and 4-page feature?
The 2-page feature provides a concise presentation of your project, while the 4-page feature offers additional space for process, development, sketches, research and storytelling.
Do I keep the copyright to my work?
Yes. Contributors retain full ownership of their intellectual property. By participating, you grant NIWWRD a non-exclusive licence to publish and promote your submitted material in relation to Design Archive.
Can I submit more than one project?
Yes. You may submit multiple projects. Each submission will be reviewed independently.
Will I receive a copy of the book?
Yes. Every featured contributor receives a complimentary copy of Design Archive Vol. 2. Additional copies can be ordered separately.
Where will the book be printed?
Design Archive is printed in Europe using premium materials and specialist printing processes to ensure exceptional production quality.
Where is Design Archive distributed?
The publication is shipped worldwide and distributed to contributors, design studios, universities, brands, libraries and collectors. The first edition is already part of the collections of 100+ design studios, schools and brands.