The NY Architectural Design Awards recognizes the world’s greatest architectural designs, while celebrating the truly extraordinary designs that shape skylines, communities and living spaces from the past, present, and future. This is where you put up a challenge for conventional ideas, through a global platform that transforms your innovation, creativity, and vision into a grander scheme of brilliance and achievements.
The award extends its invitation to global architects, and every designer / student who are inspired to diversify the keystones of success in interior design, urban design and planning, as well as conceptual designs, honoring established or emerging individuals on a global design community of excellence.
Join the NY Architectural Design Awards and be acknowledged for diversity and creativity that shapes the innovative blueprints of the world. Here, the vibrancy of your designs shall bring together the ultimate haven of ideas and inspirations.
Interior Design - Museum
Interior Design - Hotels & Resorts
Cultural Architecture - Concert Halls and Music Venues
Cultural Architecture - Cultural Centers and Community Halls
Interior Design - Residential
Cultural Architecture - Cultural Centers and Community Halls
Landscape Architecture - Cultural Heritage Design
Commercial Architecture - Mixed-Use Developments
Institutional Architecture - Community Centers and Social Hubs
Interior Design - Lounges & Bars
Cultural Architecture - Festival and Event Spaces
Interior Design - Cultural
The statuette for the NY Architectural Design Awards, named "Ava", is a representation that celebrates the fusion of art and architecture. Inspired by the mythological tale of Galatea, a statue of ivory brought to life, "Ava" is a modern interpretation of this ancient story, symbolizing the transformative power of design.
This artistic choice serves as a metaphor for the architectural process itself – the creation of life-like beauty from inanimate materials.
The statuette's design exudes pristine elegance. Clad in ivory white, "Ava" stands as a beacon of clarity and potential, reminiscent of the blank slate from which all creations emerge. Her golden embellishments add a touch of elegance and divinity, signifying the pursuit of architectural excellence.
Enter NY Achitectural Design AwardsVoices of Inspiration and Success
Discover the resounding echoes of success from the most esteemed figures in architecture and design!
Through their words, uncover the essence of what makes great design, as they are the living testament to the power of architectural innovation and inspiration.
Receiving this award highlights not only the quality of the design, but also the creative energy and care invested. Two award recognition means a lot—both personally and collectively. It’s a powerful validation of the collaborative work behind Horizon and e/motion.
~ INIT, Award-Winning Multidisciplinary Studio
This recognition is a significant validation of my design work and a tremendous encouragement for me and my team. It inspires us to continue pursuing and implementing projects that align with our vision and values.
~ Naixin Shi, Interior Architect and Founder of Patch Design
Winning the NY Architectural Design Awards is an incredible honor that validates our commitment to innovative and sustainable design. It reflects the hard work of my team and inspires us to push the boundaries of architecture further.
~ Yuhan Zhang, Architectural Designer in SCDA
This recognition makes my work more visible and encourages me to share my ideas more confidently. It also promotes my work to a wider audience, opening up new opportunities for growth and collaboration.
~ Yue Hu, Landscape Architect and Urban Designer
Receiving this recognition is a powerful affirmation of our belief that thoughtful, context-driven lighting design matters. It celebrates not just the final outcome, but the care, collaboration, and vision behind it — and encourages us to keep pushing for quiet, meaningful impact in every project.
~ Avinash Chaudhary
This award acknowledges not only the quality of our design but the collective effort behind it. For our team, it is a moment of celebration and reflection, a proof that architecture grounded in empathy, collaboration, and respect for context can resonate globally. It reinforces our belief that meaningful design transcends borders.
~ Nicholas Alencar, CEO & Founder of Alencar
NY Architectural Design Awards IS AN IAA COMPETITION
The International Awards Associate (IAA) is a group of industry innovators, creators, designers and communication professionals whose commitment is to move the industry forward through discovery and recognition of new and existing talent.
