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Our Yale Linus® Smart Lock L2 Wins iF Design Award 2025

2025-03-10
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We are thrilled to announce that our flagship product, the Yale Linus® Smart Lock L2, has received the prestigious iF Design Award 2025 in the Building Technology category!

The iF Design Awards are among the most respected design competitions worldwide. They celebrate products that demonstrate exceptional design and functionality. This globally renowned award is a seal of quality for outstanding design and design quality, awarded by iF International Forum Design GmbH, one of the oldest independent design institutions in the world, for over 70 years.

Our Linus® Smart Lock L2 stood out among almost 11,000 entries, undergoing a rigorous two-stage selection process by a jury of 131 renowned design experts. This recognition underscores the lock's sleek modern design, user-friendly features, and advanced security capabilities, earning it the coveted design seal of approval.

“Our goal was to distill Yale’s exceptional lock technology into a refined, understated form factor harmonising across a range of door and interior styles. We aimed for a design that embodies security, modernity, and timeless appeal while prioritising a compact footprint, effortless installation and battery charging. It was a no stone unturned design effort and a great pleasure to collaborate with the Yale development team,” said Fred Bould, design director at San Francisco Bay Area industrial design studio Bould Design.

These products are integral components of our Smart Security Ecosystem, which has already garnered accolades from some of the world's top design juries, including the esteemed Red Dot Design Award and the European Product Design Awards.

The iF Design Award 2025 win reaffirms our dedication to creating innovative security solutions that not only protect homes but also enhance the user experience through thoughtful design. We are proud to continue leading the industry with products that offer both style and security.

Click here to learn more about the Yale Linus® Smart Lock L2 and its award-winning design.

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  • Linus® Smart Lock L2

    Introducing the Yale Linus® Smart Lock L2, the next evolution in smart lock technology, featuring enhanced durability, quieter performance, and twice the speed of the previous generation of Linus® Smart Lock.

    Elevate your home security and peace of mind with this advanced, keyless entry experience. Say goodbye to the hassle of keeping track of your keys and the worry of losing them. Feel the magic of your smart door lock unlocking automatically as you approach your home, and locking at a time, on a timer, or instantly when you leave. Freely come and go, knowing your home is secure.

    With the Yale Linus® Smart Lock L2, you can grant access to friends, family, and trusted individuals with just a few taps on your phone using the Yale Home app. You can also enhance your smart lock experience with keyless accessories like the Yale Smart Keypad or the Yale Dot, simplifying the way you unlock your door.

    The Linus® L2 works seamlessly with your other Yale smart products, leading voice assistants and smart home brands for a complete smart security system experience.  

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