Benefits
The ICONIC AWARDS are the quality label for the architecture and construction industries. They confirm the quality of your work, open the door to a relevant network and put your project in the international spotlight.
An award presents outstanding work, assessed against the highest industry standards and by leading experts from the construction sector. It gives you recognition and visibility among industry professionals.
All winners gain access to exclusive events and the opportunity to speak on panels. The international network brings together valuable contacts, including decision-makers, development teams, manufacturers and trade media from the architecture, industry and real estate sectors.
The ICONIC AWARDS jury represents recognised expertise, diverse perspectives and well-founded knowledge. A multi-stage assessment process based on defined criteria ensures transparent and independent judging.
The internationally recognised label stands for the highest quality. It is ideal for use on websites, social media and at trade fairs, as well as in email signatures, print and advertising. Every award-winning project also appears in the ICONIC AWARDS annual publication and remains permanently visible in the online showroom.
A Platform For Connection And ExchangeThe Awards Ceremony is a major networking event featuring panel discussions, a matchmaking programme and presentations of winning projects. Teams celebrate their success, share ideas and gain inspiration from other winners.
Professional ImagesIndividual photos taken in front of the photo wall and impressions from the Awards Ceremony are made available for download on the same day. You can use them for your own communications and press work.
Award Sculpture And Your Moment On StageSelected outstanding projects receive the title Best of Best. Winners of the title receive an award sculpture on stage at the Awards Ceremony.
Annual PublicationThe ICONIC AWARDS Annual publication is a high-quality catalogue bringing together all award-winning projects from the year. Editorial contributions also present insights and trends from the construction and design sectors. Every winner receives an individual entry for their award-winning project as well as a complimentary copy for their records.
Joint Press WorkThrough press work, trend reports and features in trade media, ICONIC AWARDS winners become part of the current industry conversation. They also benefit from the reach of the German Design Council and its connections across politics, industry and the design sector.
Online ShowroomAll award-winning projects are featured in the Online Showroom, including links to the relevant company and/or project page. This gives them continued attention and reach beyond the Awards Ceremony.
Social Media ClipsAll winners receive an individual clip presenting their award-winning project in a concise format. The clips are tailored for use on Meta and LinkedIn. Award-winning Best of Best projects are also promoted by the German Design Council through individual ads on Meta.
Exklusive Media AccessOur media partner DETAIL provides access to further opportunities. Winners and the Awards Ceremony are featured in the DETAIL newsletter, advertorials, social media posts and the print edition of DETAIL.
Personalised Award DocumentWinners receive two copies of their award document in a high-quality frame. They can collect these at the Awards Ceremony or have them sent by post afterwards. The documents are ideal for display in an office or foyer.
Marketing ServicesOnly winners receive exclusive access to our Marketing Services. Following an on-site consultation, you can order high-quality cuboids, award documents and vinyl lettering. These products are ideal for your own spaces, for clients or for use at trade fairs and events.
Recommendation For The German Design AwardWe Recommend You! Winners of the ICONIC AWARDS are automatically recommended for the German Design Award with their award-winning project.