Recognising creative excellence in the psychedelic space.
Explore this year’s most creative developments at the first Design Awards, dedicated to the psychedelic space.
The award aims to celebrate creativity, elevate emerging talent, establish industry standards, increase visibility and credibility, foster collaboration, and inspire.
Early Entry Period: Sep 05 – Oct 03, 2024
Regular Entry Period: Oct 03 – Dec 12, 2024
Free Student Day: Sep 21, 2024
AWARDS
About
The Psychedelics Design Awards recognizes the most exciting creative developments in the psychedelic space, celebrating design, achievements, innovation and advocacy.
Three Finalists in each category will be chosen and their projects showcased on the Psychedelics Design platform, where the community can vote for the winners. The audience will also vote to determine the winner of the Mushroom of the Year award. Finally, the judges will convene to make the final decisions.
Winners will be announced and presented their awards at the Online Awards Ceremony on April 10, 2025.
Key Dates
Early Entry Period: September 05 – October 03, 2024 ($80 Fee)
Regular Entry Period: October 03 – December 12, 2024 ($180 Fee)
Free Startups and Solopreneurs Day: September 20, 2024 (Free)
Free Students Day: September 21, 2024 (Free)
Public Voting: 2025
Online Awards Ceremony: 2025
All deadlines end at 11:59 pm PT. Late entries will not be accepted.
Each application included free access to the online event in April where we will also feature keynotes, a panel and more!
We understand that financial constraints can sometimes make participating in awards challenging. We firmly believe that no one should be excluded for this reason.
To promote inclusivity, we are pleased to offer early bird entries and two open access days (dates to be announced). If you find yourself facing financial difficulties, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re committed to finding a solution that allows everyone to participate.
The Psychedelics Design Awards Competition is open to all organizations and individuals from the psychedelic space!
What is “the psychedelic space”?
Unlike fully legalized industries, psychedelics remain mainly illegal. "Space" reflects this complex environment where much is still in experimental or limited-approval stages.
Companies and individuals in the "psychedelic space" include for example: biotech firms, research institutions, clinics, law firms, agencies, consumer goods brands (including, for example, mushroom brands that do not have psychedelic ingredients but are building for a legalized landscape), media and educational companies, scientists, therapists, artists, designers, marketers, advocates working to advance the use of psychedelics for mental health/wellness, and students.
What can you submit:
Projects, brand identities, products, packaging design, podcasts, software, apps, websites, space design for clinics and retreats, magazines, newsletters, speculative design concepts and even experimental creations that don’t fit anywhere else do have their respective category!
Eligibility criteria:
Designs must demonstrate innovation, quality, and excellence in form and function.
We value the exploration and evolution inherent in the design process. Our focus is on the journey of creativity and innovation, not the polished outcome.
Entries can include therapeutic products, branding, marketing materials, or experiential designs.
Designs should show an understanding of the emerging psychedelic marketplace.
Entries should balance creative innovation with practical application and responsible messaging.
Students and recent graduates attending either a program or within a year of graduation.
Eligibility
THE PSYCHEDELICS DESIGN AWARD
Want to put your project in the spotlight? Enter this year's premier design awards!
Early Entry Period: September 05 – October 03, 2024 ($80 Fee)
Regular Entry Period: October 03 – December 12, 2024 ($180 Fee)
Architectural & Interior Visions
Celebrating architectural and spatial design innovations, from furnishings and fixtures to interior and exterior spaces, structures, and environments. This includes, but is not limited to real-world applications such as retreats, clinical settings, and virtual worlds.
Audio Experience
Celebrating auditory creations that transform how we experience sound, from music and podcasts to immersive audio applications and groundbreaking projects that redefine our relationship with sound.
Experimental
This is the category for boundary-pushing out-of-the-ordinary projects. This includes but is not limited to concepts, prototypes and pioneering designs that challenge industry norms and ignite the imagination.
Educational & Community Impact
This recognizes outstanding initiatives and projects that champion educational quality, and facilitate knowledge dissemination. It also honours efforts aimed at enriching human experiences and supporting truthful narratives, including Indigenous Reciprocity Initiatives.
Products & Services
Spotlighting tangible products and services available in the marketplace, from mass-market offerings to niche items, online to the real world. This category encompasses a wide range of products, considering the entire user experience from inception to completion.
Storytelling
This category celebrates projects, books, blogs, newsletters, and other content that effectively use storytelling to convey experiences and cultural significance, as well as share educational content such as the benefits, risks, and harm reduction strategies related to psychedelics.
Visual Design & Branding
Innovative approaches to creating or growing a brand. Visual design, whether static or interactive, has a social, cultural, or business impact.
Categories
Mushroom of the Year
Our "People's Choice" award, where the public votes for their preferred nominee, celebrates the most popular and impactful contributions to the field.
Judges
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ANDREW DEANGELO
Executive, Executive Coach, Leader, Director, Manager, Strategic Advisor
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DEVON PHILLIPS
Community & Partnerships Officer MAPS
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GINA VENSEL
Co-founder of Plant Media Project & Earthstar Festival, Owner at Easy Street Promotions, Appointed Director of Students for Sensible Drug Policy
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JALEN SALAZAR
Partner, McKinsey&Co., Leader of McKinsey Design, and FullCircle Board Member ArtCenter College of Design
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MICHEL ROJKIND
Founder Rojkind Arquitectos
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VICTORIA WUESCHNER
Co-Founder & President- F.I.V.E.
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HECTOR POTTIE
Creative Director and Global Head of Creative
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STEPHANIE KARZON ABRAMS, MSc Clin. Pharm.
Founding Advisor at Beyond The Bench, Owner of Public Secret Records and Scientific Advisor & Researcher at Neurology Centre of Toronto (NCT) by Numinus
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JULIA MANDE
Faciliator and Consultant
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MATTHEW D. SEGALL
Associate Professor California Institute of Integral Studies
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MATT GILLESPIE
Launch Director, Center for MINDS and Chief of Design, Emergence Field Labs
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WILLY CHRISTIE
Musician & Artist Liquid Culture
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ZOE WILDER
Publicist & Founder of Liquid Culture
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FORD SMITH
Founder and CEO of Ultranative
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TRACY DE LUCA
Founder & Design Strategist, How Might We Design
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DENNIS WALKER
Founder at Mycopreneur
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GARRETT GROSZKO
Co-Founder of MyBetter AI and Founder of Think Planet A
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JEMMA CAMPBELL
Executive Creative Director
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KEVIN FARNHAM
Co-Founder, Kei
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GRAHAM PECHENIK
Founder Calyx Law and Registered Patent Attorney
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JONATHAN "QUEST" BROWN
Co-Founder, Three Rivers Psychedelic Society & Sacred Facilitator / Integration Coach
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JULIA PLEVIN OLIANSKY
Author and Emergent Strategist
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