Discover the Future of Design with the International Excellence Awards!
The International Excellence Awards (IEA), presented by the Architecture & Design Community (ADC) in collaboration with Design Skill Magazine, is a prestigious global competition celebrating architectural and design excellence. This event honors groundbreaking projects that redefine creativity, sustainability, and innovation in the built environment.
Redefining Recognition
The IE Awards revolutionize evaluation with a merit-based system that ensures fairness and inclusivity. Rather than traditional rankings, projects are independently scored by an esteemed jury on a 1-10 scale, with awards granted based on the final average score:
- Platinum IEA (9-10 points): Recognizing the highest achievements in architectural and design excellence.
- Gold IEA (7.5-8.9 points): Celebrating outstanding contributions that inspire the industry.
- Silver IEA (6-7.4 points): Acknowledging projects with significant creative and design value.
- Bronze IEA (4.5-5.9 points): Honoring notable creative accomplishments in architecture and design.
Who Can Participate?
The IE Awards welcomes all designers and architects, from students and emerging professionals to leading firms and established studios. There are no restrictions on project type or stage—both conceptual and completed works are eligible.
Submission Guidelines
Participants can submit diverse presentation materials, including:
- Visual Content: Renderings, sketches, diagrams, plans, sections, collages, photographs, and graphics.
- Written Description: A project brief (maximum 3,000 characters).
- Images: A cover image plus up to 8 additional images in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format (maximum file size 5 MB each).
Entry Fees
| Registration Phase | Deadline | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird Registration | February 19, 2025 | $100 |
| Advance Registration | March 19, 2025 | $120 |
| Standard Registration | April 23, 2025 | – |
| Extended Registration | May 21, 2025 | – |
| Late Registration | June 20, 2025 | – |
Important Dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Early Bird Registration Deadline | February 19, 2025 |
| Advance Registration Deadline | March 19, 2025 |
| Standard Registration Deadline | April 23, 2025 |
| Extended Registration Deadline | May 21, 2025 |
| Late Registration Deadline | June 20, 2025 |
| Submission Deadline | June 23, 2025 |
| Winners Announcement | July 25, 2025 |
Prizes and Recognition
| Award | Recognition |
|---|---|
| Platinum IEA | Trophy, industry recognition, and international exposure. |
| Gold IEA | Certificates of Excellence and global publication features. |
| Silver IEA | Acknowledgment in digital publications and global platforms. |
| Bronze IEA | Recognition in the official awards showcase. |
Meet the Esteemed Jury
The IE Awards jury is composed of distinguished industry leaders from around the world, ensuring diverse perspectives and an objective evaluation process.
- Vincent Choi – Australia
- Laila Al-Yousuf – United Arab Emirates
- Haoming Li – United States
- Enrique Néstor Laumann – Argentina
- André Romitelli & Martina Brusius – Brazil
- Erin Denkovska – United Arab Emirates
- Hamidreza Khademi – United States
- Yelin Turer Evcen – Türkiye
Fair & Transparent Judging Process
The IE Awards employs a blind judging system, where projects are evaluated anonymously to ensure fairness. Each submission is assessed based on creativity, innovation, functionality, and sustainability—elevating exceptional work to global recognition.
Join the International Excellence Awards 2025!
Take advantage of Early Bird Registration to secure your place at the lowest rate. This is your opportunity to gain international recognition, showcase your work, and contribute to the future of design.
Be part of the International Excellence Awards 2025 and let your vision shine on the world stage!
