SPONSORS
Who puts weight on the floor.
The Neo is the Ink purse. The Register is the house book. Three seats are held open on purpose — two 2027 sponsors and one internship.
Most Ink prize
MacBook Neo
The artisan with the most Ink at the end of the competition takes a MacBook Neo. Winners announced April 5, 2027.
MacBook and Neo are trademarks of Apple Inc. Design Knockout is not affiliated with Apple.
Winning-house book
The Register
Hardbound printed book for every member of the winning house. Cover rights stay with that house.
Sponsorship slot open · 2027 sponsor · 1 OF 2
2027 sponsor
Held for a 2027 name on the floor. Prize, print, or studio credit. Two seats.
Sponsorship slot open · 2027 sponsor · 2 OF 2
2027 sponsor
Held for a 2027 name on the floor. Prize, print, or studio credit. Two seats.
Internship seat open · 2027
Internship sponsorship
Held for a company that will pay a summer internship to a top Artisan. Portfolio over GPA. Fake name until they earn it.