The award is open to all professionals and students involved in design and architecture, as well as to real estate developers, contractors, manufacturers, and clients who have called upon these professionals in various disciplines for their projects and products, in several disciplines:
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Architecture
Commercial Building
Retail, Health Clinic & Small Commercial Space
Restaurant, Bar & Nightclub
Market, Department Store, Shopping Center & Mall
Hotel & Resort
Low-Rise Office Building (< 5 storeys)
Mid & High-Rise Office Building (≥ 5 storeys)
Mixed-Use Building
Built architectural complex with multiple and combined functions of residential, commercial, institutional or cultural
Factory & Warehouse
Public Building
Cultural Building
Museum, library, gallery, exhibition hall, theatre hall, pavilion, religious building…
Sports & Leisure Building
Spa, stadium, arena, gym, swimming pool, skiing facilities, sports and recreation center…
School & Preschool Education Building
Kindergarten, daycare, elementary and high school.
Higher Education & Research Building
College, university and research center.
Institutional Building
Hospital, government and civic building.
Urban Building
Public landmark, memorial, viewpoint…
Residential Building
Private House ≤ 2 000 pi2 (≤ 185 m2)
Private House > 2 000 pi2 (> 185 m2)
Multi-unit Housing ≤ 4 storeys
Apartment & Condo of 5 to 9 storeys
Apartment & Condo ≥ 10 storeys
Cottage & Country House
Affordable Housing
Prestige House
Prefab Home
Tiny/Small House
< 500 sq.ft. (< 50 sq.m.)
Residential Annex
Secondary lodging, garden pavilion, pool house, granny suite.
Other categories in architecture
Concept & Unbuilt
Project not yet realized or conceptual project that will not be realized.
Facade
Infrastructure
Arch, Bridge, Viaduct, Gateway…
Temporary installation
Temporary and Experiential Installation, Short-Lived Installation & Pop-Up Store.
Continuing Value
Building over 20 years old still standing the test of time.
Unclassified Category in Architecture
Special Awards
Architecture + Art
Collaboration with artists and project that bring and integrate art into the built environment.
Architecture + Colour
Project where the colour has an impact on the building environment.
Architecture + Light
Project that uses lighting and its effects in a creative and innovative way.
Architecture + Stairs
Project in which the staircase stands out as a central feature of the building.
Architecture + Ceiling
Project in which the ceiling stands out as a central feature of the building and incorporates innovative or creative design, whether through the use of clever details, materials or technologies.
Architecture + Landscape
Commercial, public or private building that is integrated into the landscape and its natural environment in a harmonious and remarkable way.
Architecture + Aluminium
Commercial, public or private building that makes good use of and highlights aluminium.
Architecture + Concrete
Commercial, public or private building that makes good use of and highlights concrete.
Architecture + Wood
Commercial, public or private building that makes good use of and highlights wood.
Architecture + Glass
Commercial, public or private building that makes judicious and innovative use of glass and its effects.
Architecture + Materials
Commercial, public or private building that incorporate new, experimental or unconventional materials, and project that use conventional materials in pioneering ways.
Architecture + Collaboration
Project that has been successfully realized in collaboration with others, including associate architects, engineers, designers, consultants, artists, product manufacturers, and more.
Architecture + Models and Renderings
This category recognises the detailed work and communicative aspect of the models and renderings created for the project.
Architecture + Low Cost Design
Project built or conceptualized on a low budget, economically efficient architecture, affordable housing, architecture designed for regions where reduced construction costs are necessary for their development.
Sustainable Architecture
Project that demonstrates solutions to its social, economic and environmental footprint.
Building Conversion & Adaptive Reuse
Project that involve the transformation of outdated, derelict or abandoned architecture for a new use.
Architecture + Climate Change
Architecture + Renovation
Architecture + Heritage Enhancement
Interior Design
Office
Office ≤ 5,400 sq.ft. (≤ 500 sq. m.)
Office 5,400 - 54,000 sq.ft. (500 - 5 000 sq. m.)
Office > 54,000 sq.ft. (> 5,000 sq. m.)
Office: Creative & New Tech Firms
Office: Professional & Financial Service Firms
Law firms, accounting, insurance, bank…
Agile work Environment
Workplace that adapts to the changing demands of employees and where the same space may serve different purposes at different times for different groups of people.
Co working
Work-sharing spaces, third place, between work at home and work in a company, used by self-employed workers or companies for their nomadic or regionally domiciled employees.
Commercial Space
Commercial Space ≤ 1,600 sq.ft. (≤ 150 m2)
Commercial Space 1,600 - 5,400 sq.ft. (150 - 500 m2)
Commercial Space > 5,400 sq.ft. (> 500 m2)
Beauty/Cosmetics
Grocery Store
Pop-Up Shop
Showroom
Booth & Exhibition Space
Culture, Sports & Leisure
Library
Community Center
Wellness Center & Spa
Gym, Sports & Recreation Center
Event Design & Ephemeral Installation
Museum & Gallery
Permanent or temporary exhibition
Theater, Show Hall & Auditorium
Education, Institution & Healthcare
Elementary School & Kindergarten
High School & College
University & Higher Education
Government & Civic Building
Courthouse, police station, correctional center…
Health Facilities & Research Center
Hospital, laboratory, research facility…
Professional Office & Clinic
Dentist office, private clinic, rehabilitation center, medical clinic…
Senior Residence, Retirement Home & Condo with Services
Accommodation, Restaurant & Bar
Lodging, Cottage & Cabin for Rent
Inn, Motel, Bed & Breakfast
Boutique Hotel
Chain Hotel
Restaurant ≤ 1,600 sq.ft. (≤ 500 sq. m.)
Restaurant > 1,600 sq.ft. (> 500 sq. m.)
Bar, Lounge & Nightclub
Café & Food Concession
Food Court
Residence
Residential Space ≤ 1,600 sq. ft. (≤ 150 sq. m.)
Residential Space 1,600 - 5,400 sq.ft. (150 - 500 sq. m.)
Residential Space > 5,400 sq.ft. (> 500 sq. m.)
Classic/Timeless Residential Space
Cottage & Country House
Intergenerational House
Senior-Living Private Residence
Residential Tower & Condominium Project - Common Space
Lobby, corridor, swimming pool, waiting room…
Real Estate Project Sales Office
Home Office
Kitchen
Bathroom
Other categories in interior design
Common Area
Lobby, circulation area, waiting area, reception, information desk and more for offices, hotels, retail, cultural and institutional establishments..
Transportation Infrastructure
Airport, train station, public transit station…
Unclassified category in Interior Design
Concept
unrealized project.
Special Awards
Acoustic
Commercial, public or private interior design that pays special attention and stands out for the quality of their acoustics.
Interior Design + Aluminium
Commercial, public or private interior design that makes good use of and enhances aluminium.
Interior Design +Wood
Commercial, public or private interior design that makes good use of and enhances wood.
Interior Design + Materials:
Project that incorporate new, experimental or unconventional materials or that use conventional materials in pioneering ways.
Interior Design + Colour:
Commercial, public or private interior design that makes judicious use of colour and where colour creates impact.
Interior Design + Lighting
Project that uses lighting and its effects in a creative and innovative way.
Interior Design + Stairs
Project in which the staircase stands out as a central feature of the design.
Interior Design + Art Integration:
Collaboration with artists and a project that combines and integrates art into interior design.
Interior Design + Collaboration
Project that has been successfully realized in collaboration with others, including designers, architects, engineers, consultants, artists, product manufacturers, and more.
LEED & WELL
Low Cost Design
Renovation (Before & After)
Heritage Preservation
Signage & Branding
Kids zone
Construction & Real Estate
Construction
Commercial Construction
Institutional & Cultural Construction
Apartment & Condo
New Single-Family & Mutli-Unit Housing
Prestige Construction
Renovation Project
Real Estate Development
Retail Development, Department Store & Shopping Center
Cultural, Sports & Leisure Infrastructure Development
Hotel & Tourism Resort
High-Rise Commercial, Office & Business Development
High-Rise Residential Development
Low-Rise Residential Development
Mixed-Use Development
TOD (Transit-Oriented Design) Development
Real Estate Development structured around a transit station, such as a train, bus or subway station. The TOD is a district that combines active transport, social mix and urban planning.
Future Project - Coming Soon
Real estate development already under construction or scheduled to
begin construction soon.
Product
Industrial Design
Lighting fixture - Indoor
Lighting fixture - Outdoor
Furniture - Office
Furniture - Contract & Institutional
Furniture - Urban & Street
Furniture - Residential
Furniture & Product - Outdoor:
Patio/Gargen furniture, swing, hammock, play structure, parasol, cabin, outdoor kitchen, barbecues, fountain, fireplace, gazebo, spa, sauna, pool…
Furniture & Product - Babies and Children
Accessories, baby bottles, baby carriers, child seats, children’s bicycles, children’s furniture, play equipment, playpens, pregnancy and parenting products, school bags, strollers, travel cots…
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen Taps & Sinks
Bathroom
Vanities, faucets, showers and tubs, whirlpools, toilets, bidets, sink, fans, towel warmer…
Product - Household Appliances & Accessories
Refrigerator, freezer, cooking appliance, dishwasher, ventilation, washer, dryer, built-in coffee machine, vacuum, air conditioner and air quality…
Product - architectural
Building materials, interior and exterior floor and wall coverings, door and window, staircase, fireplace, architectural hardware…
Product - Acoustic
Panel, material and product providing acoustic solutions.
Product - Decorative
Accessory, vase, chandelier, mirror, cushion, bedding, window covering, rug…
Product - Fauna & Flora
Gardening tools, hydroponic devices, watering devices, pet products and accessories, equipment, gadgets or products for plants and animals
Product - Consumer Goods
Kitchen Accessories, Cookware and Cooking Utensils, Tableware, Personal Care, Wellness and Beauty, Tools…
Product - Signage
Signage, communication, display product…
Product - Media, Consumer Electronics & Digital:
TV, video and audio equipment, home theatre system, security system, computer, phone, mobile device, camera, gaming console, electronic accessory and connected object…
Product - Medical & Scientic Apparel
Medical device, laboratory equipment, scientific instrument, hospital furniture, therapeutic goods and home health care.
Sports & Recreation Equipment
Professional and recreational sporting equipment, playground equipment, bicycle, scooter, skates, exercice equipment, sports clothing, shoes, outdoor and camping equipment, game and toy…
Lifestyle & Travel
Watches, eyewear, jewellery, wallet, luggage, bag, umbrella, luxury Goods…
Automotive & Transportation
Automobile, automotive component, motorcycle, bus, train, truck, aircraft, watercraft…
Product Design in Small Series & Hand Made
Lighting fixture
Residential, Commercial & Built-In Furniture
Object, Accessory, Kitchen & Bathroom Product
Other categories - products
Concept
product not realized.
Unclassified Category
Special Awards
Sustainable & Environmental Design
Wood
Product that enhances the value of wood.
Aluminium
Product that enhances the value of aluminium.
Materials
Product that incorporate new, experimental or unconventional materials or that use conventional materials in pioneering ways.
Communication & Branding
Brand Design
Brand Image Creation and Update
Logo Design
Communication Design
Poster
Indoor, outdoor, proximity or large-format display
Corporate Communication Tool
Corporate brochure, guide, magazine, book, annual report…
Publishing
Information and entertainment media, magazine, newspaper and book (print, digital or interactive publication).
Packaging
Commercial or limited edition packaging (unique piece, product range).
Illustration
Single piece, series.
Traditional or Digital Marketing
Single piece or campaign.
Online
Website, Apps and Digital Solutions.
Environmental Design
Brand Universe
Complete creation of a brand universe, bringing the brand to life in space.
Mural & Artistic Installation
Signage
Indoor and outdoor signage (specifications)
Landscape & Territories
Urban Design
Urban Design Plan
Master Plan or study of a significant area within a municipality that provides a development or redevelopment strategy for urban transformation.
Civic Design Project
Civic improvement project such as a park, a public space or environmental infrastructure which has been implemented as the result of an urban design plan or initiative.
TOD Project (Transit-Oriented Design)
Landscaping structured around a transport station.
Community Initiatives
Built project initiated and implemented by a community-based organization that enhances the public realm. Street landscaping, public art, commemorative or interpretive installations, and environmental initiatives are examples.
Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architecture - Commercial & Office Project
Landscape Architecture - Cultural & Institutional Project
Landscape Architecture - Housing Project
Landscape Architecture - Private Residence
Landscape Architecture - Terrace Roof
Landscape Architecture - Rural Areas
Landscape Architecture - Public Space
Public space, park, urban beach…
Green Roof
Green roof accessible or not, allowing the cultivation of low vegetation that tolerates drought well.
Pedestrian Street / Shared Street
Street planning that combines the safety and comfort of pedestrians, in removing cars as much as possible while taking into account the development realities of a street including access to firefighters, the many overhead wires, underground infrastructure…
Parkland / Street Terrace
Permanent or temporary space that uses some parking spaces to convert into terrace, small private or public parks or
outdoor chat rooms.
Landscaping
Courtyard
Facade Landscaping
Landscape of the House Perimeter
Facade, side, courtyard, terrace
Prestige Landscaping
Restricted Space Landscaping
Swimming Pool & Terrace Landscaping
Terrace & Landscaping for Housing Project
Terrace & Landscaping for Commercial and Office Project
Concept
Concept
Project not realized.
Special Awards
Landscape + Wood
Landscape + Water
Landscape + Lighting
Landscape + Innovative Idea
Ecoresponsible intervention, water management project, biodiversity, re-naturalization…
Landscape + Art Integration
Landscape + New Materials
Project that incorporate new, experimental or unconventional materials or that use conventional materials in pioneering ways.
Environmental Project
Ecoresponsible intervention, water management project, biodiversity, re-naturalization…
Student
Concept or product developed by a student enrolled in a post-secondary program in design, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design & graphic design.