The International Housewares Association (IHA) has announced the winners of the 2025 IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) for Excellence in Product Design and Retail Excellence.
Recognising the most innovative and groundbreaking products in the housewares industry, the prestigious awards were unveiled during the annual gia Gala at The Inspired Home Show 2025, held at Chicago’s McCormick Place.
CUK – Argentina
“These awards highlight the innovation that drives the housewares industry forward,” said Derek Miller, IHA President and CEO. “Consumers seek solutions that not only solve everyday challenges but also enhance their lifestyles. The products recognized by the gia program this year exemplify that vision.”
Balmuda Inc. – Japan
Celebrating Innovation in Product Design
Fourteen outstanding products from leading brands and emerging companies received top honors in their respective categories. These Global Honorees exemplify excellence in design, functionality, and consumer appeal:
- Bath + Personal Care: Eko Development Ltd. – Bento Bath Storage Caddy Large
- Cleaning: Scrub Daddy – Tub n’ Tile
- Cook + Bakeware: FIREUP Cookware – FIREUP Cookware Set
- Home Décor + Gifts: Umbra – Wavy Jewelry Organizer
- Home Organization + Storage: Wrap-It Storage – Clip ‘n Carry Storage Strap
- Household + Home Electrics: Cricut – Cricut Maker® 4 Smart Cutting Machine
- Kitchen Electrics: tbdx.inc – xBloom Studio
- Kitchen Hand Tools + Cutlery: That Inventions – ScoopTHAT Deluxe
- Kitchenware: Dreamfarm – Nocutu
- Luggage, Travel Goods + Accessories: RovR Products – RollR 45 Wheeled Cooler, Coral
- Pet Products: Dexas International, Ltd. – Dexas Snack & Distract Elevated Licking Mat
- Smart Home: ChefsTemp – ProTemp S1 Smart Grill Gauge Thermometer Hub
- Sustainable Products: Roam – Roam SodaTop
- Tabletop: That Inventions – HeatTHAT Tea
Mud Australia – Australia
The winners were selected from a competitive field of 70 finalists by a panel of industry experts, including designers, media, and retail buyers. All 70 finalists can be viewed at The Inspired Home Show’s New Product Showcases and online at The Inspired Home Show website.
In addition to product innovation, the gia program also celebrates global leaders in housewares retailing. This year’s Global Honorees for Retail Excellence are:
- CUK – Argentina
- Mud Australia – Australia
- Album de Famille – France
- Balmuda Inc. – Japan
- Balthazar Kookwinkel – Netherlands
Balthazar Kookwinkel – Netherlands
The gia jury, consisting of retail and visual merchandising experts, along with editors and publishers from leading trade publications, evaluated 31 national winners to determine the Global Honorees.
Additionally, special awards were presented:
- Martin M. Pegler Award for Excellence in Visual Merchandising: Morandin regali (Italy)
- gia Digital Commerce Award for Excellence in Online Retailing: IN8 Home (Brazil) and Schafer (Turkey)
Album de Famille – France
Since its inception in 2000, the gia program has recognised nearly 600 retail winners from 57 countries across six continents. The awards celebrate retailers’ dedication to customer service, store design, visual merchandising, marketing strategies, and innovation.
This year marks the 125th edition of The Inspired Home Show, featuring over 1,600 exhibitors and attendees from more than 100 countries. The event serves as a global platform for discovering new products, fostering industry connections, and recognizing excellence in housewares.
