On August 19, 2025, the BC Achievement Foundation announced the recipients of the 21st annual Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design. The award program honours British Columbians who excel in creating functional art and design, advancing the dialogue on its importance and impact in our lives.
“The 2025 recipients of the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design exemplify a visionary approach to design that unites beauty, utility, and impact,” said Walter Pela, Chair of the BC Achievement Foundation. “Their work honours the legacy of this award by pushing boundaries and enriching our cultural landscape through innovation.”
The 2025 recipients are selected by an independent jury, including Dr. Trish Kelly, President of Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Anicka Quin, Editor-in-Chief of Western Living magazine, and Jeff Martin of Jeff Martin Joinery, 2020 recipient. Advisors to the jury are Ron Kong, craft advocate and Toby Barratt Propellor Design, 2010 recipient.
The celebration took place on November 25 at The Roundhouse in Vancouver.
Highlights:
From November 18–25, a combined exhibition showcasing the 2025 recipients of the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design and the Polygon Award in First Nations Art was presented at The Roundhouse.
Click on the image to learn more about the award recipient’s contributions.
