Short Description

The IIDA Student Design Competition (SDC) celebrates the talent and fresh design ideas of design students throughout the world who are currently enrolled in an interior design or interior architecture program or institution. The competition provides emerging professionals the opportunity to showcase their work and gain exposure in the interior design industry.

Eligibility

The 2026 IIDA Student Design Competition is open to students around the world who are currently enrolled at an interior design program or institution. Participants can enter individually or as a team with a maximum of five (5) members.

Submission Requirements

  • Participant name(s)
    • IIDA Member IDs (if a current member)
    • Project title
    • Contact info
    • A 500-word project description outlining why your concept demonstrates the best solution for the comprehensive primary care clinic.

How to Apply

Online Application

Program Benefits & Awards

  • First Place: $2,500.00
  • Second Place: $1,500.00
  • Third Place: $750.00

Entry Fee

Individual Entries
• IIDA Student Members: $35.00
• Non-members: $60.00

Team Entries
• IIDA Student Member: $50.00
• At least one student on the team must be an IIDA Student Member
• Non-members: $90.00

Location

Chicago, United States

Timeline

  • Application Deadline: 6 February 2026

Website Link: https://iida.org/submissions