Entering the Award

 The ICONIC AWARDS shine a spotlight on outstanding work in architecture, interior design and product innovation. Across five disciplines, they showcase concepts that open up new perspectives, take responsibility and help shape the built environment. An overview of all the information you need to take part:

New in 2026

Focus on Development

Mixed-Use Development, Transformation, Urban Regeneration – five new categories put the people behind the projects centre stage.

Benefits For Winners

Lasting Visibility that lasts
International network with B2B relevance
The Architecture and Construction Industry Label
Quality assessed by an independent jury
Part of the annual publication
One platform, many events

Submission Timeline

18 February 2026
Call for Entries
27 March 2026
Early Bird deadline
15 Mai 2026
Registration deadline
27 May to 9 June 2026
Jury Session
24 August 2026
Winners Announced
6 October 2026
Awards Ceremony in Munich

Fees

Early Bird
Reduced fees for early registrations
300,00 EUR*
Standard
Fee for project submission and evaluation:
350,00 EUR*

* The prices are taken from the 2026 entry; subject to change for the 2027 Iconic Awards. All prices are per project and are exclusive of the applicable VAT.

How to Submit

01
Create Your Account

The registration button leads directly to the submission portal – create an account or log in.

02
Upload Your Project

Select the right category, provide all project details and upload images.

03
Complete Your Submission

Upload the presentation and receive confirmation. Now everything is ready for the jury session!

Fact Sheet

The Fact Sheet contains all deadlines, categories, fees and benefits of the ICONIC AWARDS 2026 – clear and concise.

FAQ

  • Who is behind the ICONIC AWARDS?

    The German Design Council – Germany's authority on design since 1953. The ICONIC AWARDS are its leading platform for architecture, interior design and product.

  • Who can submit?

    Anyone involved in shaping the built environment: architects, interior designers, engineers, manufacturers from the furnishing and building equipment industry, developers and project managers.

  • What do I need to submit an entry?

    A project description in German and English (max. 650 characters), up to five images, and a presentation in English with concept explanations, photos and drawings for the jury session. Videos are also accepted.

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