DESIGN AWARDS
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SIGNATURE EVENT
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IIDASW ✦ SIGNATURE EVENT ✦
The Design Awards signature event honors design excellence within the IIDA Southwest Chapter and promotes innovative solutions for interior spaces. Submitted project entries are judged, and finalists are announced and honored at this prestigious event.
2026 Design Awards
Save the Date!
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Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Location: The Scott Resort & Spa (map)
Address: 4925 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Get Your Tickets!
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Ready for the design event of the year? Tickets for the 2026 Design Awards are now on sale and are expected to go fast this year. Not only are our venue and host fabulous, but we have a record number of project submissions. You won’t want to miss seeing your project showcased and celebrating with your team.
*Note: please see special instructions regarding the dinner service when buying your tickets.
Any questions, please email: iidasw.sigevents@gmail.com
Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open!
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The 2026 IIDA SW Design Awards are approaching, and we’re preparing to celebrate the innovation, creativity, and impact of our region’s design community. This signature event highlights the projects and professionals shaping the future of interior design across the Southwest — and it’s made possible through the support of valued sponsors. Sponsorship is more than brand visibility. It’s an opportunity to: ✨ Align your company with design excellence ✨ Connect with industry leaders and decision-makers ✨ Elevate your presence within the A&D community ✨ Support a dynamic celebration of creativity and collaboration We recognize that standard sponsorship packages may not fit every budget. If you’re interested in supporting the event at a different level, we’d love to explore flexible options with you.
For alternative sponsorship options or questions, please contact: Kim Valentino VP of Signature Events, IIDA Southwest 📩 iidasw.sigevents@gmail.com Join us in making the 2026 Design Awards an unforgettable evening celebrating the very best in design.
Event Host Announcement!
We just can’t keep it a surprise any longer. The IIDA Southwest Chapter is extremely excited to have Cheryl S. Durst, Executive Vice President and CEO of the International Interior Design Association, hosting the 2026 Design Awards. Cheryl brings her creative vision and passion to the Southwest; joining us to honor great design in our community. Her voice and advocacy in the industry are extraordinary and we look forward to enjoying her company, stories and celebrating together. See the attached bio for more about Cheryl. See you in April!
BECOME A DESIGN AWARDS SPONSOR
Be part of the design event of the year by sponsoring the IIDA Southwest Chapter Design Awards, a prestigious celebration of creativity and excellence in interior design. Review the Design Awards sponsorship opportunities below to support this signature event and showcase your brand alongside the region’s most innovative and inspiring work.
Call for Entries - CLOSED
The holidays are upon us. Enjoy well-deserved time off with family and friends and take some rest to round out the year. As the new year arrives, we are delighted to open the Design Awards Call for Entries. Have a great project, or a few, you are looking forward to submitting this year? Refer back here to submit between January 5th and February 6, 2026.
Have questions about submitting a project? You can find links to the FAQ presentation and recorded session above. We look forward to seeing all the outstanding project submissions!
Call for Entries - Jill Brey Art Excellence Award - CLOSED
Submissions are now open for the Jill Brey Art Excellence Award, created in honor of Jill Brey and her passion for creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic expression. We're looking for hand-drawn pieces that showcase originality, skill and the pure creativity that Jill championed. Whether you paint, sketch, illustrate or draw - this is your moment to shine!
How to Participate:
- Submit your freehand artwork here: 2026 IIDA Southwest Design Awards | CPJ AM
- Share what inspired your piece
- Help us celebrate the artistic talent within our community
Eligibility: Open to ALL IIDA Members
Submission Deadline: Only the Jill Brey Category is extended until February 27
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