The new Spark Awards are open. These exciting competitions are created to promote great design and designers and encourage people to explore their creativity. Everyone is invited to participate – designers, art directors, architects, engineers, teachers, design firms, manufacturers, institutions, ad agencies and entrepreneurs may enter, interact and enjoy Sparking. Graphics, product design, transportation and architecture are just a few of the many design categories accepted. Spark Awards’ criteria are modern and compelling. If you or your organization create great designs, don’t miss the opportunity to compete in these important events. ObjectiveSpark’s mission is to initiate positive design-led change, by highlighting the best new ideas and the best new solutions.

Read more about The Spark International 2011 Design Awards on Contest Watchers.