MIFF Furniture Design Competition (FDC)
In conjunction with Malaysian International Furniture Fair 2025
In conjunction with Malaysian International Furniture Fair 2025
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Frequently asked questions

1. What does MIFF FDC stands for?
MIFF FDC stands for MIFF Furniture Design Competition. MIFF FDC is an annual furniture design competition organised in conjunction with Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF).
2. How many years has MIFF FDC been running for?
MIFF FDC was first started in 2010 as Ideation Award and renamed as MIFF FDC in 2013. This will be the 15th edition of MIFF FDC.
3. Are there any participation fees?
No. This competition is free-of-charge.
4. How many entries can I submit?
Participants are allowed to submit as many entries per sign up.
5. We wish to participate as a team. Is group submission allowed?
No. Submission under a group of designers will not be accepted.
6. Are there any restrictions to the design submission?
Entries must be newly created and unpublished (never appeared in the market as a product, featured in any newspapers, magazines, exhibitions or been a winner of other competitions). Entries that contravene intellectual or industry property rights will be disqualified. Participants will be liable for claims by third parties resulting from the contravention. The Organiser shall not be held responsible for any contravention.
7. Can I get back my design submission(s)?
All submissions by participants are non-returnable and shall remain the property of the Organiser. Participants shall not use the same entry for other purposes unless with the permission of the Organiser.
8. When is the submission deadline?
Entries are to be submitted online via MIFF FDC official website by 2 December 2024 before 11:59pm Malaysia time. Should you have any problem with the submission, please email our team at [email protected]. Participants are encouraged to submit their entry(s) early to avoid any disappointment.
9. How do I make the design submission(s)?
Participants are encouraged to submit their submission(s) on the online submission form (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MIFFFDC25Reg). No physical submission will be entertained. If you have further enquiries, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
10. In what format should I submit my design concept?
A detailed concept of the design with photographs or visualised sketches and renderings, including brief descriptive annotations and approximate dimensions, must be presented on 8 pages of 16:9 format presentation pages (landscape orientation) in JPEG images (Hi-Res, 300dpi). SCALE DRAWINGS ARE REQUIRED FOR YOUR DESIGN SUBMISSION. Click here for more details.
11. What are the supporting documents that I should submit together with my design entry?
Your design entry should submit together with completed registration form AND a photocopy of your identity card, foreign resident’s permit/ student card, whichever is applicable.
12. How will the MIFF FDC 2025 Winner be selected?
There are a total of 2 judging rounds to determine the winner. An online judging is done for the Preliminary Judging from all entries received. Shortlisted finalist will then proceed to the Final Round Judging. At the Final Round Judging, all finalists are required to present their design to a panel of judges. The winner of MIFF FDC 2025 will be determined from this session.
13. When will the winners be announced?
The winner announcement will be held during the MIFF 2025 Awards Ceremony on 3 March 2025. All finalist of MIFF FDC 2025 are invited to attend the Awards Ceremony held during MIFF 2025.
14. Will there be any recognition to the institution or lecturer?
Yes, we have special recognition awards will be given to institution: Best Institution Award - institution with the most active and quality participation Best Mentor Award – most dedicated lecturer in mentoring participant(s) to develop quality product design
15. Where will MIFF FDC 2025 Design Showcase be held?
It will be held in MITEC / WTCKL during Malaysian International Furniture Fair. Further details will be available at MIFF official website.
16. Only the MIFF FDC Winners’ design artworks are showcased during MIFF 2025?
No, the Finalists' design artworks of MIFF FDC 2025 will be showcased during MIFF 2025. All designers are encouraged to be present throughout MIFF to answer the enquiry from the interested visitors and potential manufacturers and buyers.
17. How do I reach MIFF FDC 2025 via social media?
Give our Facebook MIFF Furniture Design Competition page a thumb up to get connected.
18. May I know if the Organiser can protect our design entry from being copied by others?
It's important to clarify that the primary responsibility of the Organiser is to facilitate the competition and provide a platform for designers to showcase their talents. While the Organiser plays a crucial role in fostering creativity and innovation, it's not the obligation of the Organiser to protect designs from being copied by others. Design protection involves legal mechanisms that designers can pursue on their own to safeguard their creations from unauthorised use. These mechanisms often include intellectual property rights such as design patents or copyright.