2026

NYX Awards - 2026 Gold Winner Winner: Finalsite

American School of the Hague)

Entrant Company

Finalsite

Category

Website / School / Universities

Client's Name

American School of the Hague)

Country / Region

United States

Experience Level

Agency

Gallery

About The Entry

The American School of The Hague (ASH) serves a globally diverse community representing 75 nationalities and is uniquely positioned in The Hague — an international hub for diplomacy and global leadership. The redesign of ASH’s homepage aimed to move beyond functioning as an information repository and instead reflect the school’s lived identity: academically rigorous, creatively vibrant, and globally engaged.
The primary objective was to elevate perception while maintaining clarity and usability for prospective international families navigating complex relocation decisions. The strategy centered on demonstrating excellence through evidence rather than claims. Signature differentiators — including Fine Arts Day, Robotics World Championship participation, real-world STEM innovation partnerships, and the school’s distinctive Peace & Diplomacy programming — were integrated directly into the homepage narrative to connect aspiration with proof.
Visually, the design introduced bold, structured typography, generous whitespace, and a confident grid system to convey institutional strength. ASH’s navy and gold palette was modernized with clean contrast and strategic red calls-to-action to guide engagement. A dynamic video hero establishes energy and immediacy, while streamlined navigation and clear enrollment pathways support intuitive exploration across devices.
The result is a cohesive, modern digital experience that aligns with ASH’s academic stature and global mission. The new homepage positions ASH not simply as an international school, but as a forward-looking community where excellence, creativity, and diplomacy intersect.

Credits

Designer
Brittany Carlson
2026
Advertising & Design
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Entrant Company

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Category

Advertising & Design / Packaging Design (Series)

Country / Region

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Entrant Company

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Category

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Country / Region

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Entrant Company

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Category

Video / Social Media

Country / Region

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Entrant Company

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Category

Marketing Campaign / Video Marketing Campaign

Country / Region

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