CESentry locking device series wins iF DESIGN AWARD 2025

The award was given in the discipline Product, category Building Technology, and honors the innovative and outstanding design of the CESentry locking device series. This makes CES one of the best among the almost 11,000 submissions from 66 countries – an impressive achievement that underlines the highly competitive nature of this award.

With its pioneering cloud-based locking device series, CESentry convinced the international expert jury, which consists of 131 independent design professionals, prevailed against the high-caliber competition and deservedly received the coveted seal of approval.

In collaboration with CES, the Squareone design agency developed the hardware for the CESentry locking devices, consisting of a handle set, wall terminal and electronic locking cylinder. The task was to combine these very different products with a standardised design language to create a harmonious product family.

The iF DESIGN AWARDS jury assessed the design in terms of innovation, functionality, aesthetics, sustainability, utility and ergonomics.

Further information about the CESentry locking devices can be found on the official ifdesign.com website under "Winners & iF Ranking”: https://ifdesign.com/en/winner-ranking/project/cesentry/691123

About CES

Founded in 1840, CES is now one of the leading manufacturers of mechanical, mechatronic and electronic locking systems for public and commercial properties. https://www.ces.eu/en_us

About Squareone

Squareone specialises in the development of successful products, strategies and services. With a clear focus on innovation, aesthetics, experience and sustainability, Squareone designs solutions that inspire both users and companies.

About the iF DESIGN AWARD

Since 1954, the iF DESIGN AWARD has been a globally recognised trademark when it comes to design excellence. The iF Design brand is internationally established as a symbol of outstanding design achievements. The iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the most important design prizes in the world. It honours design achievements in all disciplines: product, packaging, communication and service design, architecture and interior design as well as professional concept, user experience (UX) and user interface (UI). All award-winning entries are presented on ifdesign.com.