Shortlists announced for Ukrainian Design: The Very Best Of 2026

The national competition Ukrainian Design: The Very Best Of 2026 has unveiled the shortlists for this year’s program. 

Each year, the competition recognizes Ukraine’s best design solutions – from the work of leading agencies and studios to emerging talents shaping the industry’s future. In 2026, the competition accepted entries in five categories: Graphic Design & Branding, Digital Design, TV/Promo & Video Motion Graphics, Product Design, and Environmental Design.

This season, 226 entries from 97 participants were evaluated by an international jury comprising 26 experts from 16 countries around the world. Ukrainian Design: The Very Best Of is part of the Ukrainian Creative Awards competition program.

The competition shortlist is now available for viewing by link – the main suspense lies ahead: who exactly will receive the Ukrainian Design: The Very Best Of 2026 awards.

The winners will be announced on May 28 during the awards ceremony as part of Ukrainian Creative Stories (UCS) 2026. This is an opportunity for representatives of the advertising and communications market to be the first to learn the results, see the winning entries, and meet key players in the creative industry.

On May 28–29, Kyiv will host UCS 2026 – one of the year’s major events for Ukraine’s creative community. The program will feature seminars, panel discussions with top Ukrainian speakers, professional networking, and evening award ceremonies for the Ukrainian Creative Awards 2026.

Join UCS 2026 and be part of an event that’s setting new standards for Ukraine’s creative industry!