The International Housewares Association (IHA) has announced the winners of the prestigious 2025 Global Innovation Awards (gia) for Excellence in Product Design. Fourteen standout products, spanning a wide array of categories, were recognized as Global Honorees at the annual gia Gala. These awards, part of The Inspired Home Show® 2025, celebrate the best in design and functionality, shining a spotlight on both emerging innovators and industry leaders.
Meet the 2025 Global Honorees:
- Bath + Personal Care: Eko Development Ltd. – Bento Bath Storage Caddy Large
- Cleaning: Scrub Daddy, Inc. – Tub n’ Tile
- Cook + Bakeware: FIREUP Cookware Limited – FIREUP Cookware Set
- Home Décor + Gifts: Umbra LLC – 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: 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
A Celebration of Creativity and Innovation
“IHA’s gia program recognizes the creativity that is so important to the home and housewares industry,” said Derek Miller, IHA president & CEO. “Innovative new products that not only solve problems but also inspire and delight consumers will always be a key driver for growth.”
The winners were selected by a distinguished panel of industry experts, including designers, media, retailers, and buyers from esteemed organizations such as Cooks Warehouse, Dillard’s, Divertimenti, Friedman Design, HTI Buying Group, In The Kitchen, Leon & Lulu, the National Building Museum, Nebraska Furniture Mart, Pampered Chef, Quality Products, Sign of the Bear, Toque Blanche, and Yestis.
Following an initial judging round in February, five finalists in each category advanced to the final round of evaluations this past weekend, where the 14 Global Honorees were selected.
Experience the Innovation Firsthand
Attendees of The Inspired Home Show 2025 can see these groundbreaking products up close at the Hall of Global Innovation, located in the Grand Concourse Lobby of the North Building. Additionally, all 70 finalists are featured in the New Product Showcases in the Buyers Clubs of the North and South Buildings.
For those unable to attend in person, a complete list of all finalists can be explored online at The Inspired Home Show Awards Page.
Join us in celebrating the future of housewares and the incredible products shaping the way we live!