About the IFD – V1 – TESTS

About the

IFD

OUR VISION

DIGITAL DESIGN
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
FASHION DESIGN
FOOTWEAR DESIGN
AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN

 

TO BRING FORTH THE TALENTS WHO WILL SHAPE THE WORLD OF TOMORROW. JANUS DESIGN CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS THE MOST VISIONARY GRADUATION PROJECTS FROM DESIGN SCHOOLS AROUND THE WORLD.

Jacques Vienot

FID Founder

Anne-Marie Sargueil

FID President

Anne-Marie Sargueil

President FID

IFD

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The JANUS evaluation

is based on the definition

of these 5 pillars :

Original version

Economy

Competitive advantage / State of the art / Market potential

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Ergonomics

User comfort and well-being

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Aesthetics

Appeal / Overall impression / General expressive power

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Ethics

Material Choice

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Emotion

Eloquent synthesis of all criteria

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JDC version

Resources & Durability

Achieve more with less, so every prototype can live, evolve, and make an impact.

Creative Resourcefulness

imaginative use of materials and available tools.

ability of the concept to endure and expand across contexts.

social and environmental benefits at the community level.

rapid experimentation, iterations, and tangible learning.

Experience & Discovery

Invite each user to explore, sense, and participate from the very first moment.

Intuitive Exploration

gestures and interactions that spark curiosity.

visual, auditory, and tactile cues to guide the experience.

inclusion designed from the first prototype.

real-world testing and rapid iteration.

Narrative & Visual Impact

Design shapes and colors that carry a story and resonate beyond the visual.

Expressive Identity

coherence between concept and visual language.

symbolic anchoring that speaks to target audiences.

harmony of visuals, sounds, and materials.

micro-interactions and iconic finishes.

Responsibility & Impact

Embrace a conscientious approach, from material selection to end use, for design with purpose.

Transparent Sourcing

clarity on origin and production methods.

design, use, and end-of-life considered from the outset.

positive outcomes for the communities impacted.

alignment between creative vision and real-world action.

Empathy & Engagement

Create memorable moments where users become active participants in their experience.

Empathic Connection

foster genuine emotional resonance.

progressive immersion through sensory storytelling.

active participation with a clear purpose.

enduring mental imprint beyond first contact.

IFD full story…

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OVERVIEW

A LEGACY REIMAGINED
Created in 1985 by the Institut Français du Design, the Janus de l’Étudiant becomes in 2024 a global platform dedicated to design education and emerging talent.
DESIGN WITH PURPOSE
Projects are assessed through the 5 Pillarss — economy, aesthetics, ergonomics, ethics, emotion — and aligned with the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals.
A GLOBAL PLATFORM
Schools select and submit their best projects via a dedicated platform. The competition culminates in Paris with a public final event and an international jury evaluating the top 100 projects.

They trust us

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