The AMD Design Award, a distinguished competition fostering sustainable development and environmental protection through digital art, has recently concluded its latest iteration. Spanning from 15 July to 15 October, it drew numerous talented digital artists, ardently focusing on crucial environmental themes.
Submissions encompassed a broad spectrum, from smart city infrastructure designs to concepts of zero-emission transport and advocacy for responsible energy use, addressing some of the most pressing global issues. The “Social Poster” category saw the highest number of entries, emphasising the artists’ commitment to social and environmental challenges.
This year’s contest attracted a plethora of entries, predominantly from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany. France, Spain, and Canada also showed notable participation. For the first time, students from creative fields actively participated, with a separate prize dedicated to the best student work.
From 15 to 30 October, a panel of esteemed jurors meticulously evaluated the submissions. The AMD Design Award strives to marry artistic creativity with critical thinking, driving positive change and innovation in these times of global transition. The distinguished jury panel for this year’s AMD Design Award includes:
· Annibale Siconolfi — Italian artist and architect known for 3D modeling addressing environmental concerns.
· Sarper Baran — Founder of Artgrab.co, renowned 3D artist with 6+ years of experience.
· Rolands Zilvinskis — London-based Freelance 3D Artist and Motion Designer, focusing on sci-fi themes.
· Manu VB Tintoré — Sculptor and painter with a global perspective, exploring humanity’s future.
· Mickael Lelievre — 3D modeling artist with over a decade of industry experience.
· Matthew Betcher — Brand consultant with 30 years of experience in sustainable solutions.
· Pick Keobandith — Ph.D. in art history, specialising in art and cultural diplomacy for intercultural dialogue.
Reflecting on the artist’s role, Manu VB Tintoré, a sculptor, painter, and international agriculture engineer, stated: “How can we understand the role of an artist in this rapidly changing and endlessly mutable world? How can an artist’s work drive the essential changes humanity requires? Probably the binomial artistic creation — critical thinking constitutes one of the keys to promote. In this sense, the AMD Design Award stands out as one of the instruments to enhance this binomial and consequently influence the transition in which we are immersed. Young and experienced professionals, guided by the theme proposed by the contest, apply their creativity and intellect to generate innovations with implications for the design of a better future.”
This year’s winners are:
- City category – Thomas Chamberlain?Keen, Alberto Petronio, and Nick Leung (United Kingdom).
- Transport category – Loic Bramoulle (France), Axel Sauerwald (Germany), and Mike Luard (United Kingdom).
- Social Poster category – Matteo Stella (Italy), Arad Safarzadegan (Germany), and Jeanne Plounevez (France).
- Best student work – Jannes Ennen (Germany) and Artem Krylovskiy (Canada).
The winners will receive prizes including AMD-powered Workstation PCs and ThinkPad P14s Gen 3. The top student prize is a $300 Gift Card for Learn Squared. Additionally, each winner receives a Windows 11 Pro for Workstations license.
Rolands Zilvinskis, a jury member, expressed: “I was honoured to be a part of the AMD Awards jury, and I am thrilled to recognise the commitment of these artists to a sustainable and energy-efficient future. Their proposals showcased unique ideas, creativity, and innovation that could potentially make a positive impact in the future.”
The AMD Design Award, focusing on environmental sustainability and innovation, represents a crucial mission towards a better world. By encouraging artists to envisage a future with alternative energy sources and contribute to such changes, AMD reinforces its commitment to planet protection and energy conservation.
AMD extends its sincere gratitude to its partners — Armari, Chillblast, CyberPowerPC, InterPro Workstations, PCSpecialist, Scan Computers, and Strongbox Technology — for their invaluable support in empowering the next generation of innovative and sustainable designers.
