Commercial Architecture

Welcome to an exhibition of outstanding achievements in commercial architecture at the NY Architectural Design Awards.

The NY Commercial Architecture Awards is a celebration of functional design and innovative architectural vision. In this category, we explore spaces that go beyond mere buildings; they are hubs of activity, interaction, and commerce, each telling a unique story of ambition, brand identity, and community engagement.

At the NY Architectural Design Awards, we commend the architects and designers who are revolutionizing commercial spaces. Join us in recognizing exceptional commercial architecture that stands at the intersection of creativity and practicality.

Commercial Architecture categories

CA24001. Business Parks and Technology Centers
CA24002. Commercial Renovations and Adaptive Reuse
CA24003. Corporate Headquarters
CA24004. Cultural Venues (Theaters, Museums)
CA24005. Data Centers & IT Infrastructure
CA24006. Educational Buildings
CA24007. Entertainment Venues (Cinemas, Clubs)
CA24008. Exhibition and Convention Centers
CA24009. Green and Sustainable Commercial Buildings
CA24010. Healthcare & Medical Facilities
CA24011. Hospitality
CA24012. Hotels & Resorts
CA24013. Industrial Design & Manufacturing Plants
CA24014. Mixed-Use Developments
CA24015. Office Buildings and Complexes
CA24016. Pop-Ups & Temporary
CA24017. Restaurants, Cafes and Bars
CA24018. Retail Spaces & Department Stores
CA24019. Shopping Malls and Entertainment Complexes
CA24020. Sports and Recreational Facilities
CA24021. Transportation Hubs (Airports, Train Stations)
CA24000. Commercial Architecture / Other___

Deadlines & Fees

The NY Architectural Design Awards invites contributions from designers at all stages of their projects – whether in-progress, finalized, or purely conceptual. Winners are chosen based on the quality and materials of a single entry, not a collective portfolio, emphasizing the significance of each individual submission.

In the process of giving back to the contributions of proud designers, the award’s cost-effective entry fees offer all entrants with exceptional value for recognition at much lower fees. A $30 annual administrative fee is utilized for the first entry of each competition year, which covers expenses including printing, mailing, and data management. This ensures that the fees are kept consistent, bringing about greater value especially for those submitting multiple entries.

2024
Entry Period
Early Bird
(Jan 2 - Jan 24, 2024)
Regular
(Jan 25 - Feb 21, 2024)
Final
(Feb 22 - Mar 20, 2024)
Final Extension
(Mar 21 - May 13, 2024)
Professional Design
1st Entry
$199 $209 $229 $239
Professional Design
Additional Category*
$139 $149 $169 $179
Professional Design
Additional Entry
$199 $209 $229 $239
Student Design
1st Entry
$70 $80 $90 $100
Student Design
Additional Category*
$40 $50 $60 $70
Student Design
Additional Entry
$70 $80 $90 $100
Results Announcement: May 15, 2024

* You may submit an entry into multiple categories at the same time. The first Category will be charged as per the original submission fee. Additional categories (2 or more) will be charged as such.

Fees are non-refundable. Withdrawn entries (whether withdrawn by entrant, or by the NY Architectural Design Awards for entrant's failure to comply with the entry rules) will NOT be refunded.

PROJECT DATE
Work submitted must have been created after January 1, 2020.

Winner's Benefits

Benefits / Winning Level Design
of the Year
Gold
Winner
Silver
Winner
2024 Ava Statuette YES / /
Exclusive “Design of the Year” Certification YES / /
Seasonal Features on Winners Highlight Section YES / /
Listed in Official Winner Press Release YES / /
Priority Features on NY Architectural Design Awards e-Newsletter YES / /
Spotlighted Winner Article on Media Partner Site – Muse.World YES YES /
Dedicated Social Media Posts YES YES /
Access to Marketing & Promotional Materials YES YES YES
Exclusive Access to Winner’s Interview YES YES YES
Dedicated Winner’s Profile / Page YES YES YES
Eligible to Purchase Ava Statuette YES YES YES
Winner Certificate YES YES YES
Digital Winner Badge YES YES YES

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Submit your entry online in FOUR easy steps:

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Tap the "My Account" button to register your username and password. If you are already a member, tap "Log In."

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Complete the short online entry form. Don't forget you can enter each work in more than one category.

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Upload your entry* to the system.

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Click “Checkout” to process your entry fees.

* File Limits; Up to 10 files in in JPEG/PNG and/or PDF can be uploaded per entry. For a smooth uploading process, please ensure images are formatted as JPEG/PNG, 1000px, and no larger than 4MB. Please save PDFs in "Screen View", limited to 6 pages per entry, or 4MB in size.

* Submissions should be as detailed as possible. For example, architectural submissions should include small-scale site plans for context, and images of all sides of the building and its environment. A complex of buildings should include a rendering. Restorations and remodels should include images of the site "before and after."

* Submissions can be entered as concepts, completed, or works in process. Completed projects may not be older than five years.

* Limit written descriptions of your project to 350 words or less.