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Two Decades of Global Design Excellence
For over two decades, the Shaw Contract Design Awards program has recognized design that does more—projects that spark creativity, connect communities and contribute to a better more sustainable world. In 2026, we celebrate not just where we've been—but the extraordinary future that design can help us create.
Call for entry is now closed.
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Two Decades of Global Design Excellence
For over two decades, the Shaw Contract Design Awards program has recognized design that does more—projects that spark creativity, connect communities and contribute to a better more sustainable world. In 2026, we celebrate not just where we've been—but the extraordinary future that design can help us create.
Call for entry is now closed.
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Two Decades of Global Design Excellence
For over two decades, the Shaw Contract Design Awards program has recognized design that does more—projects that spark creativity, connect communities and contribute to a better more sustainable world. In 2026, we celebrate not just where we've been—but the extraordinary future that design can help us create.
Call for entry is now closed.
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How the Program Works
Call For Entries
Share your design with the world by submitting your project via our website. May 5th, 2026 through June 30th, 2026.
Best of Region
All projects entered will proceed to the first stage of judging where an elite panel of design leaders will collaborate in each region to select the Best of Region winners.
Best of Globe
Each Best of Region winner will proceed to the next stage of judging where an international judging panel will award the very best, our Best of Globe winners.
About the Program
With submissions from across the globe and jurors representing some of the world’s leading design voices, this is more than an award. It’s a celebration of bold ideas, thoughtful solutions and a shared belief that design can shape a better future.
Entries are considered through the lens of our People Together, Planet Forever ambitions: Material Health, Circular Economy, Carbon Impact and Diversity & Inclusion. This ensures we honor not only what’s beautiful, but what’s meaningful.
As we look ahead, we’re inspired by what’s possible when creativity meets intention. Whether it’s your first submission or the next chapter in a legacy of work, we invite you to step forward and join a global community designing for good. Let’s celebrate 20 years of extraordinary design—and begin the next 20 with purpose.
Entry Criteria
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ELIGIBILITY
Projects must have a completion date between January 1st, 2024, and June 30th, 2026, and include at least one Shaw Contract product in the project.
COST
There is no cost to enter, and there is no limit on the number of entries allowed per firm.
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ELIGIBILITY
Projects must have a completion date between January 1st, 2024, and June 30th, 2026, and include at least one Shaw Contract product in the project.
COST
There is no cost to enter, and there is no limit on the number of entries allowed per firm.
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Best of Region
All projects entered will proceed to the first stage of judging; where an elite panel of design leaders will collaborate in each region to select the Best of Region winners. Regional judging will include the following categories:
- Asia
- Australia & New Zealand
- Canada
- India
- Greater China
- Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- UK & Continental Europe
- USA
Featured Project: The Clover at Olive Crossing by HOK
TABLET/MOBILE Version
Best of Region
All projects entered will proceed to the first stage of judging; where an elite panel of design leaders will collaborate in each region to select the Best of Region winners. Regional judging will include the following categories:
- Asia
- Australia & New Zealand
- Canada
- India
- Greater China
- Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- UK & Continental Europe
- USA
Featured Project: The Clover at Olive Crossing by HOK
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Best of Globe
Each Best of Region winner will proceed to the next stage of judging, where an international judging panel will award the very best; our Best of Globe winners.
Featured Project: Beyond the Galaxy by GUANGZHOU JENMEHOME DESIGN
TABLET/MOBILE Version
Best of Globe
Each Best of Region winner will proceed to the next stage of judging, where an international judging panel will award the very best; our Best of Globe winners.
Featured Project: Beyond the Galaxy by GUANGZHOU JENMEHOME DESIGN
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Best of Globe Prize
All Best of Globe Winners will receive a trophy to commend the achievement. Best of Globe Winners will be promoted in Shaw Contract marketing materials globally, as well as being featured in a media campaign with leading international Architecture & Design publications.
Each Best of Globe firm will also receive a $2,000 USD charitable donation to be awarded in their name to an organization of its choice.
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Best of Globe Prize
All Best of Globe Winners will receive a trophy to commend the achievement. Best of Globe Winners will be promoted in Shaw Contract marketing materials globally, as well as being featured in a media campaign with leading international Architecture & Design publications.
Each Best of Globe firm will also receive a $2,000 USD charitable donation to be awarded in their name to an organization of its choice.
MOBILE Version
Best of Globe Prize
All Best of Globe Winners will receive a trophy to commend the achievement. Best of Globe Winners will be promoted in Shaw Contract marketing materials globally, as well as being featured in a media campaign with leading international Architecture & Design publications.
Each Best of Globe firm will also receive a $2,000 USD charitable donation to be awarded in their name to an organization of its choice.
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2025 Design Awards Winners
Looking for even more Inspiration?
Out of more than 530 submissions spanning 38 countries and regions around the globe, our 2025 Shaw Contract Design Awards program truly celebrated the optimism of design its ability to influence our everyday lives.
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2025 Design Awards Winners
Looking for even more Inspiration?
Out of more than 530 submissions spanning 38 countries and regions around the globe, our 2025 Shaw Contract Design Awards program truly celebrated the optimism of design its ability to influence our everyday lives.