The DesignDaily Awards celebrate excellence in architecture, design, and creative innovation globally. They recognize outstanding projects, professionals, and students across various design disciplines.

The awards are open to architects, designers, design firms, studios, development companies, creative agencies, freelancers, and students worldwide. Both individual and team entries are welcome.

Eligible projects include conceptual designs, works in progress, completed projects, photography, visualizations/renderings, videos/films/animations, and other creative works completed within the past 6 years.

Submissions should include high-quality images of your work, a project description, and relevant technical details. Specific requirements vary by category and will be provided during the submission process.

Yes, you can submit one project to multiple categories, provided it meets the eligibility criteria for each. A separate entry fee applies per category.

The final submission deadline is September 30, 2025 (GMT/UTC).

After completing your submission, you'll receive a confirmation message on our website. You can also check your submission status with the entry ID in your account dashboard. A confirmation email of your payment will be sent to the submitter's email address.

The competition runs from April to December.
Early Bird Registration: April 1 - May 31
Standard Registration: June 1 - July 31
Late Registration: August 1 - September 30
Results are announced in late December.

Early Bird (Apr 1 - May 31): $79 + VAT per category
Standard (Jun 1 - Jul 31): $99 + VAT per category
Late (Aug 1 - Sep 30): $119 + VAT per category

Visit the Enter Now section on our website, complete the registration form, upload your project materials, and pay the entry fee. Detailed guidelines are provided during submission.

Yes, nominations are accepted. Provide the project details and contact information for the nominee, and we’ll guide them through the submission process.

After the submission, no changes will be accepted.

The judging process includes:
First Round (Oct 1-31): Preliminary screening by our editorial team.
Second Round (Nov 1-30): Public voting for Popular Vote Winners.
Final Round (Dec 1-31): Jury evaluation for Jury Winners.

Our jury comprises industry experts, academics, past award winners, and public voters. In 2025, we’ve expanded the panel to include more global design leaders for diverse perspectives. The complete jury panel is announced on our website before the evaluation period begins.

Winners receive an Award Badge, a certificate, and global exposure through DesignDaily’s and CompetitionList’s combined audience of over 250,000 social media followers and millions of views.

Yes, we’ve added more categories to cover a broader range of design disciplines, including sustainable architecture, innovative visualizations, and more. Check the Categories page for details.

Our multi-stage process combines editorial screening, public voting, and expert jury evaluation to ensure transparency, balance, and fairness.

Entries are evaluated based on creativity, innovation, functionality, aesthetic appeal, and impact. Specific criteria may vary by category.

Yes, the awards are open to participants from all countries. Submissions are accepted in English, and projects from any location qualify.

Public voting takes place in November. Shortlisted entries are displayed on our website, and the public can vote for their favorite designs. These votes determine the Popular Vote Winners.

Winners are announced in late December on our website and through our social media channels. All participants will be notified via email.

Yes, we respect intellectual property rights. All submitted work remains the property of the designer/company. We only use the work for competition-related promotion with proper attribution.

Registration fees are non-refundable. Please ensure you review all requirements and terms before registering.

Winners receive official badges and certificates that can be used for promotion. You can share these on your website, social media, and marketing materials.

No entries are accepted after the final deadline (September 30). We recommend submitting early to avoid any technical issues or delays.

For any questions or assistance, you can contact our support team through the contact form on our website or email us directly.

Yes, we have dedicated student categories with reduced entry fees. Students must provide valid student ID during registration. Please contact us by email.