The Cooper Hewitt announces its 2026 National Design Awards recipients – and diversity triumphs
Culture Index
Score Breakdown
Relevance
25/25
Freshness
20/25
Authority
16/20
Brand Signal
0/15
Depth
6/15
5-Axis Cultural Radar
As the Smithsonian comes under White House scrutiny, this year’s honourees –from an Appalachian craft school to a Mexican architect – prove that diverse ideas are clear winners
