The International Housewares Association’s Global Innovation Awards (gia) for Product Design honor exhibitors’ latest creations and cutting-edge innovations with award recognition, distinguishing five finalists in 14 categories.
The Global Honorees & Finalists are chosen in the following categories:
- Bath + Personal Care
- Cleaning
- Cook + Bakeware
- Home Decor + Gifts
- Household + Home Electronics
- Home Organization + Storage
- Kitchen Electrics
- Kitchen Hand Tools + Cutlery
- Kitchenware
- Luggage, Travel Goods + Accessories
- Pet Products
- Smart Home Products
- Sustainable Products
- Tabletop
View the finalists from Home Decor + Gifts; Luggage, Travel Goods + Accessories; and Pet Products.
Cricut Mug Press - Heat Press for Mugs
Home Decor + Gifts
The Cricut Mug Press can create a design using Cricut Infusible Ink materials that can be attached to a mug. With no manual temperature or pressure settings, it’s easy to customize Infusible Ink-compatible mugs with one-of-a-kind art or text, said the company. A patent-pending heat plate with zone heating creates consistent results. Optimized for Infusible Ink products, this unique mug press is the perfect complement to any Cricut cutting machine.
Evriholder Products Cocktail Smoker
Home Decor + Gifts
The Cocktail Smoker infuses handcrafted cocktails with savory, smoky flavors that take drinks to the next level, said Evriholder. Made of high-quality, long-lasting chrome-plated zinc, silicone, and stainless-steel mesh, the puck will fit various sizes of glassware. The silicone ring helps to protect glasses while keeping the smoke safely contained. The smoking puck can also be used with small foods, such as cheeses, appetizers, nuts, and dips.
Nwtn Home Roseland Set
Home Decor + Gifts
The Roseland Set is a fusion of functionality and modern art that transforms your space with its sleek design and multi-purpose elegance, said the company. Each piece is meticulously crafted, featuring a solid brass rolling tool and a hand-poured marbled concrete ashtray and tray that double as organizational elements for office or home.
Umbra Cubiko Wall Planter*
Home Decor + Gifts
Umbra’s Cubiko Wall Planter packs a big green statement in a minimalist modern footprint, the company asserted. Made of durable, lightweight materials, it can be hung vertically or horizontally on any indoor or outdoor wall without the concern for freezing temperatures. Each of its four pots includes a drainage tray and can be custom-spaced along a metal frame to keep plants healthy no matter their size.
Umbra Ferris Jewelry Organizer
Home Decor + Gifts
Crafted from solid ashwood and available in walnut and natural woods, this jewelry holder is designed to hold and protect rings and earrings between 33 velvet-padded pillows. Ferris can accommodate rings up to 1” in diameter (2.5 cm) and a half inch (1.3 cm) wide. Designed to be functional and elegant, its sculptural form complements any vanity, dresser or bathroom counter.
Drinkmate Spritzer
Luggage, Travel Goods + Accessories
Drinkmate’s newest innovation marks the first-of-its-kind, portable hand-held beverage carbonator that produces a sparkling beverage anytime, anywhere, without the need for electricity or even batteries, said the company. As a result, consumers can enjoy full fizziness from their favorite beverages while traveling or on road trips, at picnics, at the beach, and anywhere their adventures take them this spring and summer.
Gleener S'wet Wet/Dry Bag
Luggage, Travel Goods + Accessories
This newly redesigned multi-purpose, reusable wet/dry bag keeps odors, wetness and messes contained. With 100% recycled fabric and lining, S’wet is an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastic bags. It can be used for everything from a load of travel laundry to stinky workout gear, toiletries, sunscreen, and running shoes. S’wet fills up big, rolls up small, and can be carried or hung using the convenient snappable strap. The water-resistant fabric and zipper contain spills and moisture and it has an odor-blocking lining.
Moso Natural Travel-Size Scent-Free Odor Eliminating Spray
Luggage, Travel Goods + Accessories
Compact and easy to use, this travel-size natural odor-eliminating spray fits in a purse, backpack or luggage. Specially formulated probiotics work quickly to target and destroy odor-causing molecules without leaving any strong scents behind, said Moso Natural.
NewAir Jobsite Cooler
Luggage, Travel Goods + Accessories
The Newair Jobsite Cooler is designed to be the ultimate companion for professionals who rely on a range of power tool brands, including Dewalt, Milwaukee, Bosch, and Makita. With its versatile compatibility, users can charge their cooler using the batteries from any of these renowned brands, ensuring that they always have a power source at hand to keep refreshments cold.
Talus High Road Organizers Luggage Cup Holder*
Luggage, Travel Goods + Accessories
The Travel Organizer is the ideal companion for securing drinks, phones, and small items, said the company. It is designed to be streamlined, secure, and stylish and a must-have accessory for the modern traveler. The organizer fits over the luggage handle and has two drink holders with drawstring cord locks to secure them in place. It fits most wheeled luggage handles and can hold many sizes of drink containers. One open pocket is ideal for a phone and another zippered pocket is ideal for small items.
Dexas International Mudbuster Unleashed
Pet Products
MudBuster Unleashed by Dexas is the company’s most portable pet paw washer. It’s ready to “handle” the unexpected muddy messes since it is always hanging from the leash handle, said the company. This mobile MudBuster features an array of gentle, thick bristles inside an easy-to-grip tumbler.
Paikka Glow Leash & Collar Bundle*
Pet Products
The Paikka Glow Leash and Collar is designed to enhance the safety and enjoyment of nightly pet walks. Crafted from fluorescent material, this leash and collar absorbs light and glows brightly in the dark to ensure visibility in low light conditions. The glowing effect occurs without the need for any external power source and can last up to 120 minutes. Made from waterproof material, the leash offers a solid grip, allowing you to maintain control even in wet or muddy conditions.
Paikka Raincoat 2.0
Pet Products
This coat is designed to provide dogs with maximum safety and comfort, no matter the conditions. The Paikka Raincoat 2.0 has the Paikka signature reflective material and glow-in-the-dark feature to ensure optimal visibility. The coat is seam-sealed, windproof, and waterproof to keep dogs dry, warm, and safe. The ultra-lightweight material, ergonomic design, and fully adjustable fit provide exceptional comfort.
Paikka Seawool Shirt
Pet Products
The Paikka Seawool shirt is crafted of upcycled fabric made from oyster shells and recycled plastic bottles. This eco-friendly shirt is styled and designed to fit dogs from their perspective. Seawool feels like soft wool yet doesn’t itch or irritate. Seawool is also antibacterial, anti-static, soft to the touch, and insulates well in cold weather.
Prevue Pet Products Comfy Chicken Hideaway
Pet Products
The Comfy Chicken Hideaway 7600 is a cozy hideaway for cats or kittens. The hideaway is perfect for when your kitty needs some alone time to minimize social stress, said the company. The removable plush pillow measures 11″ in diameter and is 3 1/2″ high, and can be spot-cleaned and easily vacuumed – you can also flip it over for a fresh side. The exterior of the Comfy Chicken is covered in a short, shaggy white fabric with yellow and red accents. It measures 18″ long, 18″ wide and 18″ high. The opening is 7″ in diameter and provides enough space for your cat to comfortably enter and enjoy their hideaway. The Comfy Chicken is designed to be an inviting space for your cat to relax and unwind, while also serving as a stylish addition to your home.
*Winners are denoted with an asterisk.