Buildings for small- to mid-size retail and neighborhood services.

Public markets and multi-tenant shopping centers, including malls. Excludes standalone shops (see Retail & Small Commercial).

Buildings primarily for office use: towers, HQs, campuses, coworking. If substantially mixed, see Mixed-Use Building.

Buildings combining two or more uses (e.g., retail + housing, office + hotel).

Production, assembly, storage, or distribution facilities (including logistics hubs)

Buildings for agricultural production, livestock, and processing: barns, livestock buildings, greenhouses, equipment sheds, silos, dairies / cheese plants, winery cellars, and post-harvest facilities (grading / packing).

Temporary or permanent spaces designed to market a real estate development: reception, model displays, presentation rooms, digital experience

Preschool, primary and secondary schools — new buildings, additions or campuses.

Universities, colleges and specialized schools: teaching buildings, libraries and research buildings.

Healthcare facilities — hospitals, clinics and care centers

City hall, courthouse, public service centers.

Gymnasium, arena, aquatic center, ski lodge, fitness center, indoor track, climbing gym, ice rink, multi-sport fields and courts, skatepark

Thermal resorts, bathhouses, saunas and hammams, medispas / medical-aesthetic centers, floatation baths, thalassotherapy, wellness retreats, and recovery centers.

Partial or complete transformation of an existing residence.

An extension added to an existing home.

Unrealized or conceptual architectural projects.

Facades of residential, commercial, institutional, and mixed-use buildings.

Bridges, tunnels, utilities and transportation structures.

Temporary or ephemeral architectural structures.

Buildings demonstrating lasting architectural value after 20+ years.

Projects that don’t fit other categories.

Built or conceptual buildings where AI tools played a material role in ideation, visualization, layout / optimization or documentation.

Highlights the integration of art into architecture—from co-design to in-situ works—to enrich narrative, use and identity.

Rewards effective co-design processes bringing together designers, engineers, users and partners.

Recognizes expressive, well‑controlled use of color, daylight and textures to shape ambiance.

Note: If lighting is a significant component of the project, also submit it under the “Lighting (Projects)” discipline.

Showcases the stair as a structuring element: spatial quality, safety, crafted detail and user experience.

Highlights ceiling quality (relief, technical systems, acoustics, light) and its contribution to identity.

Assesses building–landscape integration: siting / massing with topography, views / access, ground / material continuity and water management — across all typologies.

Rewards structural relevance and architectural expression of wood, with durable implementation.

Salutes coherent material / structure / envelope integration (metal, concrete, glass, stone, bio‑based) and execution quality.

Recognizes clarity of plans, sections, axonometrics, models and visuals (photos / renders) in communicating the project.

Rewards spatial and technical excellence achieved with limited resources (indicate total cost and, if possible, cost / m²).

Honors transformation of existing buildings, component / material reuse and heritage conservation / valorization.

Rewards innovative construction (prefabrication / DFMA, digital fabrication), smart systems, digital twin and AI.

Assesses inclusion, universal accessibility, safety, well‑being and tangible community benefits.

Assesses energy / carbon (operational & embodied), circularity / reuse, LCA, user comfort and adaptation to risks (heat, flooding, extremes).

Reception, client journey, experience centers and showrooms — brand storytelling and hospitality.

Activity-based workplaces (unassigned seating; collaboration / focus / social zones) and co-working with shared services.

Meeting rooms, project / war rooms and hybrid suites enabling co-creation (AV / IT, acoustics, flexibility).

Coffee points, dining areas and social hubs integrated into the workplace.

Food market, specialty grocery, bakery / pastry, wine & spirits.

Cosmetics, fragrance, hair / esthetic care, health & wellness retail / clinics.

Interiors designed to market a real estate development

Temporary pavilion / stand, in-store / gallery pop-ups, mall / fair kiosks, brand stands.

Permanent / temporary exhibitions and scenography.

Multipurpose halls, studios, classrooms / workshops, neighborhood resource spaces.

Interior sports & leisure spaces: gymnasiums, pools / aquatic centers, locker rooms and wet areas, fitness studios (yoga / pilates / spinning), indoor tracks, climbing walls, ice rinks and spectator zones, team lounges / pro shops and training rooms.

Thermal baths and urban / medical spas.

Preschools, kindergartens, daycares (CPE / private / workplace).

City hall, courthouse, public service centers, civic facilities.

Acute-care or specialty hospitals, teaching hospitals, health / research centers.

Outpatient clinics, medical / dental / physio practices, imaging and lab facilities.

Senior residences, retirement homes, serviced condos / apartments.

Boutique and chain hotels, resorts.

Treehouses, glamping, eco-lodges / refuges, B&B / guesthouses and other experience-based stays.

Cabin / chalet, country, seaside / mountain retreats.

Traditional or modern-classic language.

New build, extension or remodel.

Primary, secondary or powder room.

Bedroom + bathroom + walk-in / closet.

Bedrooms, play / study areas.

Integrated workspace for remote work.

Lobbies, lounges / terraces, gyms and shared areas.

Aircraft cabins, train / metro / bus cars, ships / ferries

Airports, bus & train stations, ports & marinas, parking structures

Projects that don’t fit other categories

Interior design concept, studies / proposals not yet built.

Built or conceptual interiors where AI tools played a material role in ideation, visualization, layout / optimization or documentation.

Effective interdisciplinary collaboration (other professionals, clients, manufacturers / makers, users).

Collaboration with artists and projects that incorporate art into the built environment; site-specific works / commissions integrated into the spatial narrative.

Interior design—commercial, public, or private—that makes judicious use of color, natural light, and textures to create strong impact.

Note: If lighting is a significant component of the project, also submit it under the “Lighting (Projects)” discipline.

Absorption, isolation and reverberation control that support well-being.

Project that integrates new, experimental, or unconventional materials, or reimagines conventional materials through innovative use.

Built-ins, joinery and craftsmanship quality that elevate the space.

Project in which the staircase is the centerpiece of the interior design.

Wayfinding and spatial branding integrated with the interior.

Transformative remodel, extension or re-planning (show before / after).

Respect and enhancement of heritage; sensitive dialogue between old and new; reversibility.

High spatial and technical quality achieved with limited resources.

Indoor environmental quality, healthy / low-emission materials, circularity and reuse, reduced embodied / operational carbon; aligned with or achieving certifications.

Buildings for retail, offices, hotels, bars / clubs, markets / shopping centers.

Schools, healthcare, libraries / media centers, museums, theaters, public buildings.

Houses, condos / apartments, residential complexes.

Factories and warehouses.

Alterations to existing buildings: additions / extensions, envelope / structure upgrades, interior fit-outs.

Business parks, office / industrial campuses, logistics or retail districts.

Subdivisions, multi-building housing, condo / rental communities.

Integrated projects combining two or more programs (e.g., housing, retail, office, hospitality, civic).

Developments concentrated around transit nodes; walkable, mixed density and uses.

Announced projects not yet built or under construction

Urban design or redevelopment plans at the scale of a neighborhood, zone, or municipality.

Temporary interventions, citizen co‑creation, and public‑space activation at the neighborhood scale.

Planning of pedestrian / cycling networks and greenways: connectivity, continuity, safety, and comfort.

Integrated planning for waterfronts / riverfronts: public access, continuous promenades, ecology, and climate adaptation.

Transit‑oriented development: density, compactness, mixed uses, and active mobility.

Design of a built street segment, including shared streets: multimodal coexistence, safety, and greening.

Landscapes for campuses, museums, hospitals, schools, and civic venues: identity, accessibility, and sustainability.

Exterior spaces for commercial, office, hotel, and resort developments.

Site-scale projects combining ecology and water management: habitat restoration, bioretention, rain gardens, swales, basins, green roofs / podiums.

Detailed design of parks, squares, and plazas: uses, planting, materials, drainage, lighting.

Built public spaces along water edges: continuous promenades, water access, and shoreline resilience.

Private residential landscape authored by a landscape architecture — led team, at any scale.

Courtyards and outdoor spaces of multi‑unit housing: quality of life, safety, and shared management.

Sports and recreation landscapes: functionality, safety, and landscape integration.

Landscape treatment of a home’s front facade: frontage, plantings, borders, and entry path/steps.

Garden on a private lot, focused on planting, circulation and atmospheres.

Design of terrace, backyard, and pool areas: daily use and seasonal comfort.

Storefronts and café / restaurant patios: vibrancy, comfort, and identity.

Constrained small sites (residential or small commercial).

Landscape on slab / roof: planted terraces, rooftop gardens, extensive / intensive green roofs, kitchen gardens, stormwater management, wind screens, and integrated furnishings.

High-end project showcasing excellence in craft and finish (premium materials, bespoke detailing, outstanding horticulture), residential or small commercial.

Pop‑up gardens and temporary outdoor installations.

Concept and project not built at the time of submission.

Inclusive design (universal access) and participatory process, equity, and social outcomes.

Measurable reduction of impacts: carbon, water, biodiversity; clear methods and results.

Innovative approaches, techniques, or materials with low impact and high performance.

Artworks and artistic journeys integrated into the landscape and user experience.

Outstanding lighting of a landscape: safety, ambiance, and nighttime identity.

Lighting projects for residential environments, including houses, condos, apartments, and residential workspaces.

Commercial and public environments, including retail, offices, restaurants, hospitality, and institutional settings such as education, healthcare, cultural, and sports facilities.

Illumination of buildings and architectural elements, including façades, entrances, paths, and structural components.

Lighting projects for landscaped outdoor environments, including parks, public spaces, gardens, bridges, and urban installations.

Lighting for transportation systems and infrastructure, including roads, stations, tunnels, and pedestrian and cycling pathways, with a focus on safety, wayfinding, and comfort.

Projects emphasizing energy performance, sustainability, and reduced environmental impact, including glare control and overall energy performance.

Lighting designs creating immersive experiences, including installations, pathways, and interactive scenography.

Vanities, cabinets and storage for bathrooms.

Vanities, faucets, showers and tubs, whirlpools, toilets, bidets, sinks, fans, towel warmers…

Base / wall cabinets, fronts, drawers and integrated storage / organization components.

Kitchen faucets, sinks and integrated accessories.

Luminaires designed for indoor use (pendant, recessed, surface-mounted, linear, track, portable).

Architectural & landscape fixtures for outdoor use (façade, pathway, area, bollard, pole-top, flood).

Table / floor lamps, chandeliers, decorative pendants, decorative sconces, artistic / custom pieces primarily aesthetic (indoor).

Hand-made, limited edition, made-to-order or site-specific piece

LED sources & modules, drivers / power supplies, optics / lenses / reflectors, tracks & systems, controllers / dimmers (DALI / DMX / 0-10V / PoE), sensors, gateways, management software / platforms; may include emergency / exit when submitted as a system.

Large and small kitchen and laundry appliances (gas / electric / induction), plus fireplaces, stoves and inserts.

Kitchen accessories, cookware and cooking utensils, tableware, personal care, wellness and beauty, tools…

Decor objects and accessories for interior spaces (accessory, vase, chandelier, mirror, cushion, bedding, window covering, rug…).

Gardening tools, hydroponic devices, watering devices, pet products and accessories; equipment and gadgets for plants and animals.

Workplace furniture and systems (desks, task / meeting seating, storage, partitions).

Furniture for retail, hospitality, education, healthcare and public spaces.

Indoor residential furniture (seating, tables, storage, beds…).

Made-to-order pieces, limited editions and built-ins / millwork (banquettes, counters, bookcases, reception desks, bars, cabinets, vitrines) designed for a specific site or client. Excludes kitchen / bath (see “Kitchen & Bath”) and outdoor (see “Exterior”).

Furniture, accessories and gear designed for babies and children.

Patio / garden furniture and structures (swings, hammocks, play structures, parasols, cabanas), outdoor kitchens, barbecues, fountains, fireplaces, gazebos, spas / saunas / pools…

Pergolas, shading systems, fences / gates, decks, planters, bike / ski racks, shelters, wayfinding totems, bins and recycling stations.

Benches, shelters, bike racks, planters and other site furnishings for public realm.

Interior finishes for floors / walls / ceilings: tile, solid surfaces, plaster and finishing systems, acoustic panels; architectural hardware.

Stairs and guardrails; interior partitions (solid or glazed, fixed or demountable); doors and windows for interior or exterior openings.

Exterior cladding and siding, roofing systems, rainscreens and curtain‑wall / façade systems.

Apps, configurators, AR / VR / XR experiences, plugins and software for design, specification and visualization.

User interfaces and interactions for digital products and connected environments—web, mobile & wearables, device HMIs, kiosks / service flows; may include voice, gesture and AR / VR; accessibility included.

Consumer electronics, peripherals, media devices and connected products.

Signs, pictograms, tactile / ADA elements and wayfinding systems integrated with interiors.

Travel goods, luggage, personal accessories, watches / eyewear / jewellery and everyday lifestyle products.

Board games, toys, hobby / maker kits, and equipment for indoor / outdoor sports and recreational activities.

Medical devices, laboratory equipment, scientific instruments, hospital furniture, therapeutic goods and home health care.

Cars, motorcycles, buses, trains, trucks, boats and aircraft; excludes interiors.

Product concept, study or prototype not yet built or commercialized.

Projects that do not fit any other category.

Excellence in aluminium design, fabrication and finish.

Excellence in the use of wood (solid, engineered or hybrid).

Outstanding innovation in materials or material systems.

Products demonstrating circularity, low‑carbon impact, durability and repairability.

Complete brand identity system: logo, palette, typefaces, key visuals, templates and brand guidelines.

Creation or evolution of a distinctive logotype, monogram, or symbol.

Posters and promotional print collateral (flyers, cards, invitations, series, light POS).

Corporate communication tools and publishing (brochures, stationery, presentations, annual reports, books, magazines).

Digital and social campaigns and content (static / video assets, banners, emails, landing pages).

Design of websites, apps and digital products: information architecture, interface and user experience (UI / UX).

Original illustrations, lettering, type families and type specimens.

Brand-led spaces: retail, pop-ups, showrooms, headquarters and brand-oriented exhibitions.

Signage systems, wayfinding and environmental graphics; murals and integrated artworks.

Packaging across sectors (food / beverage, beauty / personal care, home, e‑commerce): structure, graphics and sustainability.

Independent artwork (painting, sculpture, installation, digital / video art, fine‑art photography, mixed media). Not site‑specific.

Artwork integrated in a site (public & urban, commercial, residential). Murals, street art, sculpture, installation, light art. *Specify space type at entry.*

Single image or series depicting an architectural project (commercial or editorial).

Single image or series depicting an interior design project (commercial, residential, institutional).

Single image or series on landscape architecture, landscape design or urbanism (commercial or editorial).

Single image or series of products (packshot, staged, macro) for commercial or editorial use.