The Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness, through the State Secretariat for R + D + i, has granted the National Design Awards 2016 Mario Ruiz Rubio and Simón SAU. This award is a recognition for companies and professionals who have stood out for their exemplary career in the field of design, a fundamental sector for economic and social development as a creator of wealth and an engine of innovation.
The jury has decided to award Mario Ruiz Rubio in the 'Professionals' category, considering his career as brilliant and consolidated and having achieved an identity of recognized prestige in the design sector. In addition, it has valued its timeless and enduring style as well as its international projection and its ability to create a consolidated brand outside of Spain.
In the 'Companies' category, the jury has awarded the award to the company Simón SAU after considering its long business history and wide international projection, making design and innovation a constant business strategy. In addition, the jury highlighted the company's ability to introduce design into everyday products.
