It's that time of year when various design competitions come to a close and the winners announced.

Here's a few we like to take note of:

Metropolis Magazine's Next Generation competition this year focused on creating a "small fix for the environment".

 
Winner

 
Runner-Ups

Everyone's been following the recent events of this year's ICFF. Take a look at the editor's winners for Best Booth, Body of Work, New Designer, Craftsmanship, etc. on Interior Design's website.

AIA recently released the COTE Top Ten Green Projects winners.

The 2010 Buckminster Fuller Challenge finalists have been announced. 30 semi-finalists have been selected out of 215 entries.

photo courtesy of Barefoot College

And locally, in case you missed it--IDI held their 2010 Chair Affair. Take a look at the winners!