Samsung Electronics received the number of awards at the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2015.
The eight awards include one gold award, three silver awards and four bronze awards.
Founded in 1980 organized by the Industrial Designers Society of America, IDEA is one of the most influential design competitions recognizing creative and innovative designs.
The following product won gold award:
NX mini – A mirrorless camera with exchangeable lenses. It is 22.5mm thick and weighs 158g. By reinterpreting the essence of traditional cameras via a contemporary perspective, the NX mini shows a simple, classic design that is timeless.
The following products won silver awards:
WaterWall Dishwasher – A dishwasher that features an effective spray bar that achieves corner to corner coverage of dishes inside in a way that rotary bars cannot. By introducing Flextray, a removable rubber pad where silverware and cooking utensils can be laid out flat and easily washed. The rubber pad can then be easily removed to move all of the silverware after the wash.
LED Flip Wallet – The world’s first smartphone cover that displays information and messages from a smartphone with its LED display.
Digital Appliance Design Philosophy Framework – A sentimental and relatable story that can be understood by anyone via familiar media, such as videos and books. It is used to promote the design direction of Samsung home appliances.
The following products received bronze awards:
Gear VR – A virtual reality (VR) wearable device coupled with Samsung’s latest smartphone can be easily controlled by a touch pad. The ergonomic design allow users to enjoy the device comfortably anytime, anywhere.
Wireless Audio – 360 portable – A wireless audio that delivers sound in all directions consistently thanks to its streamlined shape that also seamlessly blends with its surroundings.
Personal Cooler – A portable personal cooler that is easy to move thanks to its handle. It does not require an outdoor unit to operate.
Hotblast™ Microwave oven– The black frontal glass with a slim bezel, wide door and flushed handle make a luxurious exterior
