Now through October 21, the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum is asking you to vote for what you think is the best design of 2008. Choose from designs that have already been submitted, or nominate your own on Cooper-Hewitt’s website or via a Facebook app. The winner of the People’s Design Award will be announced live at the National Design Awards Gala on October 23 in New York City.

It’s all part of National Design Week in the United States — a celebration of the way design enhances everyday life. Look for more reports from National Design Week events around the country on the TED Blog, and send in your own. — Sierra Feldner-Shaw

Strida 5.0 folding bicycle by STRiDA