Design Awards Program 2026

ELIGIBILITY

PROJECTS

• AIA Continental Europe members working globally

• Professionals working on a project based in Europe. Does not require AIA membership

• Students based in Europe between Fall 2023 and Spring 2025

• For professional work: projects must have been completed in the past two years (no earlier than January 2023)

• For student work: projects must have been completed between Fall 2023 and Spring 2025

CATEGORIES

The awards will be given in four categories: three professional and one student

• DESIGN FOR CHANGE - Projects focusing on carbon footprint, ecological impact, stewardship of natural resources, and the capacity for resilience and adaptability within a changing environment.

• DESIGN FOR SOCIAL IMPACT - Projects focusing on social and economic performance and the commitment to the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all occupants.

• DESIGN FOR DISCOVERY - Projects and processes demonstrating innovation and applying lessons learned to advance the exploration of artistry, cultural relevance, and design paradigms.

• STUDENT DESIGN AWARD - Student work completed in the academic environment. There will be a €500 prize for the Student Design Award winner.

Submission Requirements

The following details should be included in a single PDF file, not exceeding 10MB

1. Digital project portfolio (maximum of 10 pages, including project description images and plans)

   1. Basic project information: project name, location, architect of record

   2. Drawings and images

   3. Photos

   4. Project team credit

2. This file should then be attached to the SUBMISSION FORMS, found HERE

Note: Submitted items may be used in future AIA Continental Europe publications.

Submission Costs

Submissions for the three professional categories is €50.00 EUR per project.

Payment details can be found HERE

There is no cost for the Student Category

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