The Ministry of Children, Equality and Social Inclusion coordinates the government’s investment and presents the award as part of The Norwegian government’s action plan for universal design and increased accessibility 2009-2013.

The Norwegian Design Council has the role of coordinating the process for the Innovation Award for Universal Design.

The innovation Award for Universal Design aims to honor companies, institutions and architects, designers who have developed innovative solutions for the benefit of everyone.

The Award is given within the fields of architecture, landscape architecture, transport, product, furniture and interiors, graphic design and interaction and service design.