FAQ Entry #439

This is a respond to a previously asked question about the A' Design Award and Competition. The full list of frequently asked questions can be accessed here.

#439: What is the difference between DAC - Design Classifications and World Design Rankings?

DAC - Design Classifications lists best designers in a specific industrial sector, for example you can learn best industrial designers, best graphic designers, best architects. The score is based on the ranking score within the category. Ranking score is effected by award level: Platinum Award +6, Golden Award +5, Silver Award +4, Bronze Award +3, Iron Award +2. World Design Rankings lists best designers in a specific country instead of industry, and all the different award categories and industries are included in the WDR Rankings.

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• #438: How the criteria for classification and position of each design ranking is defined? Only the points of the award are considered?

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