THE WORLD INTERIOR NEWS AWARDS

CELEBRATING DESIGN EXCELLENCE


The World Interiors News Awards is a prestigious global competition celebrating the best in interior design.

This annual event unites the interior design community, offering a unique platform for industry recognition, innovation and the opportunity to influence the future of design worldwide. 

Have you had a groundbreaking project across residential, commercial, or public spaces? Then make sure you enter the WIN Awards 2026.



KEY INFORMATION


First Entry Deadline: Thursday 7 May | £410 +VAT

Second Entry Deadline: Thursday 28 May | £520 +VAT


Shortlist Announcement:
 17 September 2026

Winners Announcement: 17 November 2026

WHY ENTER?


OUR 2026 CATEGORIES

27 diverse categories covering all aspects of interior design

Public & Cultural Interiors

Entertainment & Performance Spaces

Recognises excellence in the interior design of theatres, concert halls, museums, galleries, cinemas, and immersive spaces that inspire and engage audiences.

Rewards:
- Creative spatial storytelling
- Acoustic and technical innovation
- Visitor experience and accessibility
- Cultural and community impact

Education

Celebrates outstanding interiors that support learning in schools, universities, libraries, and training facilities.

Rewards:
- Flexible, future-proof design
- Support for wellbeing and engagement
- Innovative use of technology
- Inclusivity and accessibility

Transport

Honours exceptional interior design in airports, stations, terminals, and related infrastructure enhancing passenger experience and interior design.

Rewards:
- Efficient wayfinding and flow
- Durability and safety
- Integration with local culture
- Sustainable materials and operation

Civic

Awards interior design excellence in government buildings, courts, community centres, and public institutions.

Rewards:
- Transparency and openness
- Accessibility and inclusivity
- Durable, functional design
- Civic identity and pride

Historic

Celebrates sensitive preservation and restoration of interiors with heritage significance.

Rewards:
- Respect for original fabric
- Adaptive integration of new elements
- Craftsmanship and materiality
- Cultural and historical narrative

Hospitality Interiors

Restaurants & Cafes

Recognises inspiring hospitality interiors that create memorable dining experiences.

Rewards:
- Atmosphere and branding synergy
- Functional flow and comfort
- Innovative material use
- Sustainability and operational efficiency

Hotel & Other Overnight Accommodation

Awards excellence in guest accommodation interiors including hotels, resorts, and boutique lodgings.

Rewards:
- Guest comfort and wellbeing
- Distinctive identity and storytelling
- Sustainability and durability
- Innovative amenities and technology

Members Clubs

Honours interior design excellence in private members’ clubs and exclusive social venues.

Rewards:
- Sophisticated atmosphere and privacy
- Functional layout for social interaction
- Integration of luxury and comfort
- Attention to detail and craftsmanship

Sports & Wellness Interiors

Sports, Spas & Wellness Spaces

Recognises interiors supporting athletic, spa, and wellness activities that promote health and relaxation.

Rewards:
- Functional and flexible programming
- Atmosphere of calm and energy
- Use of natural materials and light
- Wellbeing focus

Hospitals & Clinics

Awards interior environments in healthcare that enhance patient care and staff wellbeing.

Rewards:
- Infection control and safety
- Comfort and calming design
- Functional efficiency
- Accessibility and inclusive design

Workspace Interiors

Corporate Offices (Under 5,000 sqm)

Recognises innovative workplace interiors for smaller office environments.

Rewards:
- Space efficiency and flexibility
- Employee wellbeing and collaboration
- Brand integration
- Thoughtful zoning and flow
- Integration of technology and amenities

Corporate Offices (5,000 - 10,000 sqm)

Celebrates medium-sized office interiors that balance scale with user experience.

Rewards:
- Space efficiency and flexibility
- Employee wellbeing and collaboration
- Brand integration
- Thoughtful zoning and flow
- Integration of technology and amenities

Corporate Offices (Over 10,000 sqm)

Honours large-scale workplace interiors demonstrating leadership in design innovation and sustainability.

Rewards:
- Space efficiency and flexibility
- Employee wellbeing and collaboration
- Brand integration
- Thoughtful zoning and flow
- Integration of technology and amenities

Studios, Co-Working Spaces & Home Offices

Recognises creative and flexible internal working environments.

Rewards:
- Adaptability and user comfort
- Creative identity and branding
- Efficient use of space
- Support for wellbeing and productivity

Communal Areas

Celebrates internal shared spaces within residential, workplace, or mixed-use buildings fostering community and interaction.

- Inviting and functional design
- Integration of technology and amenities
- Encouragement of social connection

Residential Interiors

One-off Homes (Under £1M)

Recognizes individually designed private residences under £1 million that demonstrate exceptional interior design, celebrating creativity, spatial planning, materiality, and functional living solutions tailored to the client’s lifestyle.

Rewards:
- Thoughtful spatial planning
- Material quality and detail
- Personalized lifestyle expression / support
- Innovative use of space

One-off Homes (Over £1M)

Recognises bespoke private residences over £1 million that exemplify outstanding interior design, highlighting refined material palettes, spatial flow, craftsmanship, and thoughtfully curated environments that elevate everyday living.

Rewards:
- Thoughtful spatial planning
- Material quality and detail
- Personalized lifestyle expression / support
- Innovative use of space

Show Flats & Developments

Honours model homes and apartment interiors that inspire buyers through style and functionality.

Rewards:
- Smart space optimisation
- Visual appeal and branding

Residential Developments (Apartments)

Recognises large-scale apartment developments that prioritise exceptional interior design, seamlessly combining aesthetic coherence, intelligent space planning, high-quality finishes, and resident-focused functionality to enhance comfort, wellbeing, and liveability.

Rewards:
- Cohesive design language
- Functional common areas
- Community-focused amenities

Specialist Interiors

Lighting Projects

Awards innovative use of interior lighting design that enhances space, mood, and function.

Rewards:
- Creativity in lighting concepts
- Technical excellence and efficiency
- Integration with architecture and interiors

Temporary, Experiential Projects & Pop Ups

Celebrates short-term or immersive interiors that create unique, memorable experiences.

Rewards:
- Innovation and originality
- Impactful storytelling
- Flexibility and build efficiency
- Engagement and visitor interaction

CGI & Visualisation

Recognises excellence in digital renderings, animations, and visual storytelling for interior projects.

Rewards:
- Creativity and composition
- Effective communication of design intent
- Technical sophistication

Excellence in Sustainable Design

Awards projects and practices that embed sustainability deeply into interior design with measurable impact.

- Carbon reduction and energy efficiency
- Responsible sourcing and circularity
- Social responsibility
- Transparent reporting and innovation
- ESG Integration
- Measurable sustainable outcomes

Excellence in Inclusive Design

Honours designs that prioritise inclusivity and accessibility across all types of interiors.

Rewards:
- User-centric approach
- Compliance with accessibility standards
- Enhancing user independence

Reuse & Refurbishment Projects

Honours exceptional transformation of existing interiors through retrofit, conservation, and creative reinvention.

Rewards:
- Respect for original structure and fabric
- Innovative spatial adaptation
- Design-led sustainability
- Cultural and functional revitalisation

Retail & Consumer Design Interiors

Independent Shops & Small Chains

Recognises retail interiors for small-scale or independent businesses that deliver distinctive customer experiences.

Rewards:
- Brand identity and storytelling
- Functional layout and flow
- Materiality and craftsmanship
- Community and customer engagement

Retails Chains, Department Stores & Shopping Centres

Celebrates large-scale retail environments distinguished by exceptional interior design, where innovative spatial concepts, immersive customer experiences, materiality, lighting, and brand-led storytelling combine to drive both commercial performance and memorable engagement.

Rewards:
- Consistent brand experience
- Efficient circulation and wayfinding
- Visual merchandising integration

Grand Prix

Emerging Interiors Practice of the Year

Interiors Practice of the Year

Outstanding Interiors Project of the Year

JUDGES 2026


The Chair of Judges and 2026 Panel will be announced shortly...


NOMINATE A JUDGE


We invite you to nominate yourself or a colleague using the form below.
The final judging panel will be comprised of an inclusive range of individuals to fully represent the industry. 

HEAR FROM OUR EDITOR


HELEN PARTON

World Interior News Editor

"The 2026 World Interior News Awards are the perfect platform for architects and designers to shout about their most compelling work, across a huge range of typologies and project scales. Whether you're behind a boutique hospitality concept or a large-scale commercial transformation, the WIN Awards are here to make sure outstanding design gets the recognition it deserves. It's your chance to get your project in front of one of the industry's most respected judging panels, gaining visibility among peers, collaborators, and potential clients across the world!"

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