German Design Award 2026: 10 award-winning watches
The internationally renowned jury of the “German Design Award 2026” has made its selection and chosen the winners. A total of 20 products were honored in the Luxury Goods category in the Excellent Product Design discipline, including 10 watches.
The winners of the German Design Award 2026
SINN: 104 Classic 12
The jury’s verdict
The decentralized seconds hand on the chamois-colored dial gives the ‘104 Klassik 12’ a charismatic presence. Durable materials such as the ceramic insert in the pilot’s rotating bezel and the pressure-resistant construction underline its stylish appeal. Precisely designed and technically consistent, the project impresses as a fascinating symbiosis of functionality and aesthetic elegance at the highest level.”
Dipl.-Ing. Lothar Schmidt, owner of Sinn Spezialuhren: “We are delighted that the ‘104 Klassik 12’ has received this prestigious award. It proves once again that high design quality and uncompromising functionality are not mutually exclusive in a SINN watch, but rather complement each other.”
Seiko: Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph 5X83
The jury’s verdict
A solar movement that guarantees precise timekeeping worldwide makes the Seiko Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph 5X83 a fascinating companion. The combination of a sustainable energy concept and a harmonious, elegant design language impresses with its clarity and technical sophistication. Particularly impressive is the interplay of everyday practicality, iconic aesthetics, and timeless design—an outstanding example of authentic excellence in the luxury segment.”
Seiko: “With this GDA award, the ‘Astron SSH151’ is officially one of the best design products of the year and demonstrates how Seiko perfectly balances technology and aesthetics. Seiko is delighted to receive this special recognition and would like to thank the German Design Council for the award.”
Pointtec: Bauhaus Dessau
The jury’s verdict
Timeless clarity and subtle elegance characterize the Bauhaus Dessau watch collection. The design follows a consistent minimalism that authentically interprets the legacy of the Bauhaus movement. Striking details, first-class materials, and production at a historically significant location make these watches a compelling statement of modern luxury goods. Outstanding design quality and precision are impressively combined here.
Sternglas: Hamburg Chrono
The jury’s verdict
The harmonious combination of a deep blue dial, polished stainless steel, and orange accents gives the Hamburg Chrono a striking yet elegant look. The engraving of the fulmar on the back is an emotional symbol of freedom and endurance. With its stylish design, robust materials, and distinctive finish, this project is a pioneering contribution to the high-end companion segment.”
Porsche Design: Chronograph 1 – 1975 Limited Edition
The jury’s verdict
The uncompromising clarity of the Chronograph 1 – 1975 Limited Edition design impresses with its consistent combination of authentic design language and timeless materials. Matt, glass-bead-blasted titanium underscores its striking appearance, while function and aesthetics intertwine harmoniously. This distinctive edition makes a powerful statement of timeless elegance and impresses in the luxury segment with its distinctive identity and exceptional quality.
Evoc Vin: Vinsbäh DoF7 Luxe
The jury’s verdict
Powerful materiality meets consistently functional design. Vinsbäh DoF7 Luxe combines striking design with high-quality, durable materials such as titanium alloy, ceramic, and gold finish. The harmonious integration of versatile, sporty, and smart functions underscores its exclusive appeal. This project impresses at the highest level with its stylish elegance, technical sophistication, and impressive value retention.”
Christian Moriggi Creations: A Temporal Revolution
The jury’s verdict
The consistent fixation of the hand gives ‘A Temporal Revolution’ a striking, aesthetic presence and opens up a completely new perspective on the way we deal with time. The watch captivates with its charismatic, minimalist design that combines philosophical depth and formal clarity. In its consistent implementation, it conveys luxury as a conscious experience of moments – impressive, iconic, and trend-setting for product design that retains its value.”
Söner Watches: A Rectangular Revolution
The jury’s verdict
The consistent focus on the rectangle gives “The Art of Angular Elegance – A Rectangular Revolution” a distinctive and striking aesthetic. Precise lines meet a successful combination of Swedish minimalism and Swiss precision. The design impresses with its subtle sophistication, high recognizability, and impressive lasting value—a stylish statement that combines luxury and individuality.”
Tourby Watches: Tourby Art Deco Chrono 40
The jury’s verdict
The sophisticated combination of golden appliqués and flame-blued hands gives the Tourby Art Deco Chrono 40 a charismatic yet subtle appeal. The dial impresses with its clearly structured rings and expressive typography. The design demonstrates an impressive sense of historical references and aesthetic precision, meeting particularly high standards of lasting value and elegance in this class.”
Hvilina: Universe Mechanical Cosmographia
The jury’s verdict
The subtle combination of an antique star chart and a modern 3D planetarium lends the Universum Mechanical Cosmographia a fascinating depth. Every detail has been precisely thought out, from the graphic planetary orbits to the engravings on the rotor. This distinctive design and technical sophistication set an impressive benchmark for hand-picked luxury goods and exemplify how gold awards are earned.”
All award-winning products can be viewed in the online gallery at www.german-design-award.com/die-gewinner.
With the German Design Award, the German Design Council, founded in 1953, honors significant design trends and pioneering and innovative design achievements that comprehensively cover all areas of daily life and the diversity of design culture.
Innovative products, sustainable solutions, and state-of-the-art design—the German Design Award goes to companies whose groundbreaking products and projects impress in the three award categories: “Excellent Product Design,” “Excellent Communications Design,” and “Excellent Architecture.”
