Call for Student Entries! 

ASID VA and IIDA VA/WV invite you to enter your design projects in the annual IDEAs! Entries are judged by a panel of professionals who represent all aspects of the design community.

Winning projects will be presented at the Design Awards Gala in Richmond in October 2026.

Awards are open to students at any level. 

How to Enter:

Award submissions will be completed and submitted in the online portal. 

1. Click the green "Register" button, which will prompt you to create an account.
2. From there, select and purchase an entry for each category and submission you plan to enter.
3. After purchase, provide the requested information in each entry portal. 

To enter, submit one project as a single PDF (5 MB max).

Your entry can be one of your pinup boards. We want to see some of your best work and tell us why it stands out.

Your submission can include visuals (plans, renderings, material selections, sketches, etc.) and a brief concept statement covering the thinking behind your design — research, sustainability, accessibility, key challenges and solutions, or whatever makes the project shine.

Important: Do not include any personal or school identifying information in your submission — this will result in disqualification.

Entry Fees – Free for IIDA or ASID Student members, $30 for non-members

Winner Promotion:

• All winners will be featured in an article produced by IIDA and ASID highlighting the projects and students. 
• The Gold winner will receive a one on one portfolio and resume review with a professional and their credentials shared with other industry professionals. 

Deadline:

• Registration and Submissions Due – June 2, 2026