My Local Awards 2026

The My Local Awards celebrate the independent businesses, organisations and individuals that help make their local regions brilliant places to live, work and visit.

Across the East Midlands, the awards shine a spotlight on standout businesses throughout Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire and Rutland, recognising those that consistently go above and beyond within their industries and communities.

Nominations are put forward by the public, with shortlisted businesses then relying on public votes to take home their respective awards. That community-led approach makes the recognition all the more meaningful.

After being shortlisted earlier this year, we were delighted to discover that D4R had received enough votes to be named Design Agency of the Year in the East Midlands.

As an independent design agency based in Leicestershire, our location has always been an important part of who we are. From our home in the East Midlands, our team works with brands across the UK and internationally, creating retail environments, brand experiences and physical spaces that help businesses connect with their customers.

To receive recognition within our own region, particularly through a publicly voted award, means a great deal to everyone at D4R.

It also belongs to the whole team. Every project we deliver is shaped by people across strategy, design, development, project management, production, installation and the wider business, all working together to turn ideas into physical experiences.

We’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone who nominated Design4Retail, voted for us and shared their support throughout the awards.

We’re incredibly grateful to our clients, partners, suppliers, friends of the business and the wider D4R community who continue to trust us, collaborate with us and champion the work we do.

And, of course, a big congratulations to all of the other businesses, organisations and individuals recognised through the My Local Awards 2026.