NY Interior Design Awards

Recognizing Excellence in Interior Design Worldwide

The NY Interior Design Awards celebrates outstanding interior environments that combine creativity, functionality, aesthetics, and innovation. Open to interior designers, design studios, architects, developers, and emerging talents worldwide, the category recognizes projects that transform spaces into meaningful experiences.

From private residences and hospitality destinations to retail environments and workplaces, the category honors interiors that enhance the way people live, work, gather, and connect.

ABOUT THE CATEGORY

The NY Interior Design Awards category honors projects that demonstrate exceptional spatial design, creative vision, and user experience. Recognizing both residential and commercial interiors, the category celebrates environments that successfully balance aesthetics, functionality, comfort, and purpose.

Whether through innovative concepts, thoughtful detailing, material selection, or transformative design solutions, the category welcomes projects that showcase excellence in interior design.

DESIGN OF THE YEAR

The Interior Design of the Year distinction is the highest honor within this category. Awarded exclusively to the highest-scoring entry, the winner represents the very best in interior design excellence.

Interior Design categories

The Interior Design Awards category recognizes excellence across a diverse range of interior environments and project types.

ID26001. Bank
ID26002. Beauty Salon
ID26003. Bedrooms
ID26004. Children's Rooms & Nurseries
ID26005. Cinema (NEW)
ID26006. Circular Material Interiors (NEW)
ID26007. Civic / Public
ID26008. Clubs (NEW)
ID26009. Co-Working Spaces
ID26010. Commercial 
ID26011. Community Centers
ID26012. Concert Halls (NEW)
ID26013. Conference & Convention Centers (NEW)
ID26014. Cultural
ID26015. Educational Play Spaces
ID26016. Entertainment
ID26017. Exhibits, Pavilions & Exhibitions 
ID26018. Financial Centers
ID26019. Fitness & Gyms
ID26020. Flagship Store
ID26021. Furniture Design
ID26022. Gallery (NEW)
ID26023. Gaming & Entertainment Rooms
ID26024. Hair Salon
ID26025. Healthcare
ID26026. Historic Restoration
ID26027. Home Décor
ID26028. Home Office
ID26029. Home Stay / AirBnb
ID26030. Home Theaters & Entertainment Rooms
ID26031. Hospitality
ID26032. Hotels & Resorts
ID26033. Industrial Space
ID26034. Informational / Transactional Kiosks & Terminals 
ID26035. Infrastructure / Industrial (NEW)
ID26036. Installation
ID26037. Institutional / Educational
ID26038. Intelligent Homes 
ID26039. Kitchen
ID26040. Leisure & Wellness
ID26041. Libraries
ID26042. Lighting Design
ID26043. Living Spaces
ID26044. Loft
ID26045. Lounges & Bars
ID26046. Luxury Living (NEW)
ID26047. Luxury Yachts & Cruise Ships
ID26048. Mix Use Building: Residential & Commercial
ID26049. Museum
ID26050. Office 
ID26051. Pet-Friendly Spaces
ID26052. Pharmacy (NEW)
ID26053. Pop-up Interior
ID26054. Product Design
ID26055. Public Spaces
ID26056. Recreation Spaces
ID26057. Religious, Symbolic & Spiritual Buildings
ID26058. Renovation 
ID26059. Research Centers
ID26060. Residential 
ID26061. Restaurants & Café
ID26062. Retails, Shops, Department Stores & Mall
ID26063. Service Centers
ID26064. Shopping Mall
ID26065. Showroom / Exhibit
ID26066. Smart & Interactive Spaces (NEW)
ID26067. Spa & Wellness
ID26068. Sports
ID26069. Stage
ID26070. Sustainable Living / Green 
ID26071. Transportation
ID26072. Vintage & Retro Interiors
ID26073. Warehouse & Distribution Center
ID26074. Well-Being & Biophilic (NEW)
ID26075. Winery
ID26076. Workplace (NEW)
ID26000. New Category

Who Should Enter

The Interior Design Awards welcomes submissions from:

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  • Interior Design Studios
  • Interior Designers
  • Architectural Firms
  • Design Consultancies
  • Hospitality Design Consultants
  • Retail Design Specialists
  • Property Developers
  • Design-Build Companies
  • Independent Designers
  • Emerging Professionals
  • Students & Emerging Talent

JUDGING CRITERIA

Entries are evaluated through a blind judging process by an international jury panel consisting of interior designers, architects, academics, creative directors, and industry leaders. Projects are assessed based on:

Design Excellence

The overall quality, aesthetics, and execution of the interior environment.

Creativity & Innovation

Originality of concept, design thinking, and innovative solutions.

Functionality & User Experience

Effectiveness in meeting user needs, comfort, accessibility, and spatial planning.

Sustainability & Environmental Consideration

Integration of responsible materials, sustainable practices, and long-term environmental impact.

Impact & Overall Impression

The project's significance, execution, and lasting contribution to interior design.

WHY ENTER THE INTERIOR DESIGN AWARDS

International Recognition

Gain global exposure for outstanding interior design achievements.

Professional Credibility

Strengthen your reputation through independent recognition.

Industry Visibility

Showcase your work to an international audience of design professionals.

Project Validation

Receive recognition from respected interior design experts and industry leaders.

Marketing Advantage

Enhance proposals, presentations, and promotional materials.

Design Legacy

Join a global archive celebrating exceptional interior design.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who can enter the Interior Design Awards?

Interior designers, design studios, architectural firms, developers, design consultancies, students, and emerging professionals worldwide.

Can residential and commercial projects be submitted?

Yes. The category welcomes both residential and commercial interior design projects.

How are entries judged?

Entries are evaluated through a blind judging process by an international jury panel of interior designers, architects, academics, and industry leaders.

READY TO SHOWCASE YOUR WORK?

Join interior designers, studios, developers, and design professionals from around the world in gaining international recognition for outstanding interior design achievements.