Translations in Tupperware 2006 Global Design Contest
April 24, 2006 | Levent OZLER
Tupperware announced the launch of the 2006 Translations in Tupperware global design contest and is calling upon the public to put their creative genius to work. Entrants will be asked to create a piece of art or unique functional product using Tupperware products as the basis for their inspiration. The contest will be open to more than 27 countries around the world and all submissions must be received no later than August 17, 2006.
Entrants must also submit a photograph of their piece as well as a short essay explaining the concept behind their submission. To register or to learn more about the global design contest, entrants should log onto http://www.translationsintupperware.com . Participants will have the chance to win a trip for two to New York City, a $5,000 cash prize, and the opportunity to have their work included in a worldwide traveling exhibit.
"We were thrilled with the quality of last year's entries and are excited to host the Translations in Tupperware global design contest for the second year" comments Rick Goings, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Tupperware Brands Corporation. "We anticipate a high level of participation and look forward to seeing the creative use of Tupperware in this year's submissions."
The Translations in Tupperware contest will be judged by a panel of influencers and taste makers from the design community, including: John-Michael Ekeblad, former Tupperware Chief-Designer; Carl Magnusson, Executive Vice President, Director of Design for Knoll Design; Linda O'Keeffe, Director of Design and Architecture for Metropolitan Home magazine and George M. Beylerian, founder of Material ConneXion.
Participating countries from all four corners of the globe will each select a winner whose work will be displayed in a traveling exhibit, with New York City as its first stop. One top prize winner will be chosen from each category including: Fashion and Accessories, Utility Objects, Free form and Story Telling. There will also be one additional winner in the judge's choice category. Each of these winners will receive a $5,000 stipend, a trip for two to New York where they will attend an event in their honor, and will receive the coveted Translations in Tupperware award.
Last year's entries included everything from delicately designed purses and dresses, to seven-foot Indian Gods and panoramic city landscapes. With the launch of this year's contest, Tupperware expects to double the number of worldwide entries from last year.
The Tupperware name symbolizes eminently practical and beautiful design. In 2005, a survey by HFN Magazine ranked Tupperware the most recognizable name in the food storage category in the United States. In 2003, Good Housekeeping magazine awarded the Stuffable™ Storage Containers their coveted "Good Buy" Award in 2004 and again in 2004 for FlatOut!™ Containers. Additionally, the products have won design awards all over the world, including the United States, Europe and Japan and have been showcased in many international museums. In 2001, Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum awarded Tupperware the "National Design Award for Corporate Achievement" in recognition of its outstanding design.
About Tupperware
Tupperware Brands Corporation is a global direct seller of premium, innovative products across multiple brands and categories through an independent sales force of approximately 1.9 million. Product brands and categories include design-centric preparation, storage and serving solutions for the kitchen and home through the Tupperware brand and beauty and personal care products through its Avroy Shlain, BeautiControl, Fuller, NaturCare, Nutrimetics, Nuvo and Swissgarde brands.
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