First Design
Location
Milan, Italy
Deadline for application
26 January 2026
Winner's Prize
All of the 20 participating designers will enjoy an all-expenses-paid trip to Milan to take part in the challenge.
The three winners will take home a total of €10,000 in prizes.
Competition Description
What is First Design?
First Design is the ultimate challenge for rising stars in digital product design.
At First Design, you’ll take on an individual challenge that showcases your creativity, problem-solving, and product-thinking in action.
We’ll give you a brief for a mobile or web product—then it’s on you to design the most thoughtful, intuitive, and stunning solution.
Throughout the challenge, you’ll receive guidance from incredible product designers, helping you stretch your creativity and sharpen your digital-design thinking.
During the event, each participant will be mentored by an experienced product designer from Bending Spoons—creative experts who shape digital products used by millions around the world.
Why participate in First Design?
- Put your skills to the ultimate product design test on a secret challenge designed by Bending Spoons.
- Meet, connect with, and get inspired by other talented young product designers from across Europe.
- Bending Spoons is offering €10,000 in total prize money to the top three winners.
- From travel and hotel to food and activities, everything is arranged and covered by Bending Spoons.