Celebrating Design Excellence Across New York State
Submission Deadline Extended to September 14.
The AIA New York State 2026 Design Awards submission deadline has been extended to Monday, September 14, at 11:59 p.m.
Need a little more time to complete your submission? This extension gives you an additional opportunity to finalize your entry and put your project forward for recognition. The new deadline also aligns with the AIA Tri-State Design Awards submission schedule.
The AIANYS Design Awards recognize projects that demonstrate thoughtful design, innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact across New York State.
This year’s recognized projects will be celebrated at the first in-person AIANYS Design Awards Celebration since 2019, bringing the profession together once again to honor exceptional work.
Projects recognized through the AIANYS Design Awards are also eligible for submission to the AIA Tri-State Design Awards, providing an opportunity to extend recognition beyond New York State and across the region.
Planning to submit a project? Take advantage of the additional time and complete your entry before the new deadline.
New Submission Deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Why Submit
- Be part of a regional design celebration at the AIA Tri-State Conference
- Gain statewide recognition for your work
- Have your project reviewed by a distinguished jury of design professionals
- Receive visibility across AIA New York State platforms
- Celebrate in person for the first time since 2019
- Qualify for submission to the Tri-State Design Awards
2026 Design Awards Celebration
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | Hyatt Regency Princeton | Princeton, NJ
Join us as we honor exceptional design and mark the return of an in-person awards experience.
Tri-State Opportunity
In addition to the AIANYS Design Awards, submit your work for consideration in the Tri-State Design Awards Program. Learn more upon registration or contact Cara Longobardi at clongobardi@aianys.org.
Submission Criteria
AIANYS Members | Projects may be located anywhere in the world. The submitting architect must be a licensed architect in New York State and an AIA New York State member.
Non-Members | Projects must be located within New York State. The submitting architect must be a licensed architect in New York State.
Deadlines & Schedule
September 14, 2026 | Submission registration, entry fee, and project upload due (Upload instructions provided in confirmation email)
September 24-25, 2026 (tentative) | Jury deliberations
November 3, 2026 | Design Awards Reception & Presentation | Hyatt Regency Princeton | Princeton, NJ
Entry Fees
- AIA New York State Members | $280 per entry
- Non-Members | $405 per entry
Cancellation Policy
All cancellation and refund requests must be emailed to clongobardi@aianys.org.
Mark Your Calendar
Prepare your submissions and join us this fall as we celebrate outstanding architecture and the long-awaited return of an in-person design awards experience.