In January, some 50 experts from all over the world will come together to select the winners in the iF design awards 2014.The jury session will last for three days. Behind closed doors, the jury will view, touch, explore, test, analyze and, most importantly, thoroughly discuss all entries. Although each entry will be assessed on the basis of clear criteria:

• Design quality
• Finish
• Choice of materials
• Degree of innovation
• Environmental impact
• Functionality
• Ergonomics
• Visualization of intended use / intuitiveness
• Safety
• Brand value + branding
• Symbolism and independence
• Aspects of production and logistics
• Universal design