Exclusive Perks and Elite Privileges

Unprecedented Access to Exclusive Perks, Elevated Privileges and Prestigious Benefits

Winners of the highly prestigious A' Design Award have the unique and coveted opportunity to join the Secret Society of Design and gain access to perks, opportunities, and benefits that are truly exceptional and not available anywhere else.

The Secret Society of Design: Transformative Power of Good Design

The Secret Society of Design is an exclusive and highly selective organization of designers, artists, architects, and thought leaders in design. Our mission is to harness the power of good design to make the world a better place, working tirelessly to promote and support the best and brightest minds in the field. Our members are like-minded innovators who share our vision for a better world through good design, and we operate with a sense of mystery and exclusivity to help cultivate an air of intrigue and inspiration.

Through our focus on good design, we believe that we can have a profound positive impact on society. Our approach is one of humility and empathy, leading by example and inspiring others to make a positive difference in their own communities through the transformative power of good design. We offer a range of exclusive perks and benefits to our members, to help spread good design. As a member of the Secret Society of Design, you'll gain access to a wide range of exclusive opportunities, events, and resources that are not available anywhere else. These perks and benefits include workshops, conferences, mentorship programs, and member-only connections among others.

Secret Society of Design: Exclusive Membership

Membership in the Secret Society of Design is an exclusive privilege reserved for the best and brightest minds in the field of design, and it offers a rare chance to connect with other elite designers and thought leaders, gain valuable insights and resources, and make a positive impact on the world through the power of good design.

By joining our exclusive community, you'll have the unprecedented opportunity to connect with top designers and thought leaders, gain valuable insights and resources, and make a meaningful impact on the world through the power of good design.

Exclusive Perks and Extensive Benefits

The Secret Society of Design offers extensive benefits and perks that are tailored to meet the needs of top designers, star architects and great artists. Our design education and outreach initiatives help promote the value and importance of good design in all areas of society, making a positive impact on the world through the power of design. We offer design publications, recognition programs as well as online communities that showcase the work of designers and provide valuable insights and information to design enthusiasts and professionals alike.

As a member, you'll have access to unprecedented opportunities, events, and resources, such as exclusive design workshops, conferences, and mentorship programs. Our member-only forums and connections provide a valuable opportunity to network with other top designers and thought leaders in the field, giving you access to insights and resources that can help you take your business to the next level. Additionally, you'll have access to our design recognition programs, which recognizes the best and most innovative designs across various fields and industries, helping to elevate your profile and increase your visibility in your industry.

Secret Society of Design Tiers and Levels

Luminary Level: As the entry-level access to the Secret Society of Design, Luminary Level reflects our commitment to illuminating the world with the transformative power of good design. This level grants access to further quartz-level publications and outreach, providing resources and opportunities for designers to showcase their work and connect with like-minded individuals. Quartz, representing the clarity of vision and the ability to see the essence of things in good design, is the gemstone associated with this level. The level is noted with a circle, representing the all-encompassing nature of good design and the ability of good design to touch and improve every aspect of life.

Innovare Level: The Innovare Level is named after the Latin word for "innovate," reflecting our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what design can achieve. This level grants access to further recognition, promotion, and certification, allowing designers to gain more exposure and credibility in their field. It also grants access to further sapphire-level publications and outreach, providing designers with resources and opportunities to deepen their knowledge and insight. Sapphire, representing the depth of wisdom, insight, and intuition, is the gemstone associated with this level. The level is noted with a triangle, representing the three key elements of good design: form, function, and emotion.

Euphoria Level: At the Euphoria Level, we celebrate the ability of good design to create a sense of joy and well-being in the world. This level grants access to further emerald-level publications and outreach, providing designers with further resources and opportunities to share their work and connect with others who value good design. Emerald, representing the lushness and vibrancy of good design, and its ability to evoke joy and well-being, is the gemstone associated with this level. The level is noted with a square, representing the stability, authenticity, and groundedness that good design can bring.

Provenance Level: Provenance Level reflects our emphasis on quality, originality, and authenticity in design. This level grants access to further recognition, promotion, and certification, helping designers establish themselves as authorities in their respective fields. It also grants access to further onyx-level publications and outreach, providing designers with resources and opportunities to showcase their work and connect with others who value good design. Onyx, representing the timeless elegance and sophistication of good design, and its ability to ground and anchor a project, is the gemstone associated with this level. The level is noted with a star, representing the highest levels of achievement and aspiration in design.

Empyrean Level: Named after the highest level of heaven in medieval cosmology, the Empyrean Level reflects our aspiration to elevate the world through the power of good design. This level grants access to further diamond-level publications and outreach, providing designers with resources and opportunities to share their work and connect with others who are passionate about good design. Diamond, representing the highest levels of excellence and achievement in the design, is the gemstone associated with this level. The level is noted with a hexagon, representing the interconnectedness and collaboration that is essential for successful design.

Symbiont Level: At the Symbiont Level, we recognize the interconnectedness of all things and the importance of collaboration and cooperation in design, as well as our role as designers to protect and safeguard our environment and ecosystems. This level grants access to further gold-tier recognition, promotion, and certification, providing designers with the tools and resources they need to advance their careers and promote their business. It also grants access to further amethyst-level publications and outreach, providing designers with resources and opportunities to deepen their understanding of good design. Amethyst, representing the harmonious balance and interconnectedness that is essential for successful design, is the gemstone associated with this level. The level is noted with a star, representing the highest levels of achievement and aspiration in the world of design.

Arcanum Level: The Arcanum Level reflects our sense of mystery and intrigue, and the belief that great design can unlock hidden knowledge and truths. Arcanum level grants access to further garnet-level publications and outreach, providing designers with resources and opportunities to explore the deeper meanings and implications of good design. Garnet, associated with the Arcanum Level, symbolizes the hidden knowledge, mystery, and intrigue that good design can reveal, and its gemstone is chosen to represent these qualities. The level is marked by an octagon, a shape that evokes a sense of enigma and depth, reflecting the profound impact of design on the world.

Aurora Level: The Aurora Level is the highest level of access to the Secret Society of Design, reserved for only the most exceptional and accomplished designers in the world. This level grants access to personalized support, personalized resources, and opportunities to shape the future direction of the Secret Society of Design. It also grants access to further tanzanite-level publications and outreach, providing designers with exclusive resources and opportunities to showcase their work and connect with other top-level designers. Tanzanite, representing the rare and precious nature of the highest levels of accomplishment in the world of design, is the gemstone associated with this level. The level is noted with a dodecahedron, representing the highest levels of complexity, sophistication, and accomplishment in the world of design.

Unlock Access Tiers and Memberships Levels

The Secret Society of Design values both your current achievements and your long-term contributions to the field. To ensure that we recognize both, we've created a system that grants temporary access to our membership levels based on the number of awards won in the last 8 years. This helps us identify designers who are actively pushing the boundaries of what design can achieve.

At the same time, we also want to recognize those of you who have achieved a significant number of awards or who have demonstrated consistent excellence in your work. That's why we offer lifetime access to the benefits associated with your level for those who have made a lasting impact on the field.

Our goal is to foster a community of like-minded thought leaders who are passionate about using design to make the world a better place. As a member of the Secret Society of Design, you'll have access to exclusive resources, opportunities, and connections that will help you continue to grow and innovate, while also contributing to the larger mission of our society to make a better world with good design. We look forward to welcoming you into our community and supporting you on your design journey.

Design Prize

Apprize the A' Design Prize

The A' Design Award is an international competition that recognizes excellence in design across a wide range of categories, from product design to architecture, fashion, and more. With a panel of esteemed jurors and a rigorous judging process, the A' Design Award is highly respected in the design community and provides a platform for designers to showcase their work to a global audience. Winners receive a host of benefits, including a prestigious trophy, international press coverage, and the opportunity to participate in the exclusive Secret Society of Design.