The International Excellence Awards (IEA) returns for its second edition.
Whether you’re reimagining cities, crafting furniture, designing packaging, or exploring ideas that challenge the familiar, the International Excellence Awards exists to recognize and elevate meaningful work.
The IEA Trophy is a symbol of boundless ambition and visionary achievement. Its wings represent the soaring flight of inspiration, celebrating the creative spirit that pushes beyond conventional limits.
IE Awards introduces a deliberate shift in how recognition is given. No rankings. No comparison games. Every project is independently scored by a global panel of experts, with recognition based purely on merit.
Far from another design contest, International Excellence Awards is a sharp, content-driven platform that gives visionaries, studios, and emerging talents the space to be seen, evaluated, and remembered — for all the right reasons.
Recognition That Matters
Every award carries more than just a title — it’s a curated experience of visibility:
- A personalized certificate and award logo
- A dedicated winner’s page on our official website
- A studio spotlight card with full contact details
- Feature banners for your social channels
- Exposure to over 300k followers on Instagram and Facebook
- Coverage by selected media partners
- And, at the pinnacle: the IEA Trophy — a sculptural tribute to those who lead with talent, creativity, and bold vision
International Excellence Awards is open to students, independent creatives, emerging talents, and established studios. There are no restrictions on project age or status — both realised and conceptual works are welcome.
Submit your project, get seen, and take your place on a platform that values design with intent.
Key Dates
- Early Bird Deadline — 12th December 2025
- Project Submission Deadline — 11th May 2026
- Winners Announced — 5th June 2026
International Excellence Awards (IEA) 2026 – Registration Fees
- Early Bird (12th December 2025) — 90 Euro
- Advance (30th January 2026) — 110 Euro
- Standard (6th March 2026) — 130 Euro
- Extended (10th April 2026) — 150 Euro
- Late (8th May 2026) — 170 Euro