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IIDA Best of Asia Pacific Design Awards

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The IIDA Best of Asia Pacific Design Awards honors outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries. Established in 2013, this award recognizes some of the most notable interior design projects in the Asia-Pacific region across 15 categories.

Who Should Submit
This award is open to participants worldwide with interior design projects located in the Asia-Pacific region and completed within the previous two (2) calendar years.

Why Should I Submit?
Enter for the chance to have your work evaluated by world-renowned interior designers and architects like Emily Huang; Kimberly Frank, IIDA; and Ryoko Okada. Projects are judged on excellence in aesthetics, design, creativity, and function as well as the suitability of the design solution to the project challenge and the successful integration of the elements of design.

Winners are honored during an in-person event in Paris. Winners will be honored and awarded during the event, on IIDA.org, and in an official press release distributed to leading industry outlets and media partners.

When
This award is open annually, August through September—details here.

To be notified directly when this competition opens, contact IIDA Design Competitions Manager Veronica Whitaker at competitions@iida.org.

2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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Two individuals are holding an award plaque and a certificate for the IIDA 2024 Best of Competition, recognizing a design project.
2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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A presenter stands at a podium during the IIDA Design Awards, showcasing a project by CHIL Interior Design featuring Karl Lagerfeld.
2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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A diverse group of individuals stands together, showcasing design magazines, with the group holding an "IIDA" sign. The setting is modern.
2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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2024 Best of Asia Pacific Design Winners’ Celebration in Paris

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2024 Best of Competition

Luxurious interior featuring a grand chandelier, intricate wall design, and a display with "THE KARL LAGERFELD" prominently featured.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

A stylish library features two circular openings framed by shelves stacked with colorful books, creating a modern, inviting atmosphere.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

Luxurious hallway showcasing a sleek reception desk against a shimmering gold backdrop, with elegant marble flooring and sophisticated lighting.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

Luxurious restaurant interior featuring elegant black and gold decor, archways, sophisticated seating, and distinctive cage-like light fixtures.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

Elegant dining area with a modern design featuring curved ceilings, luxurious table settings, and unique lighting fixtures.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

Luxurious hotel bedroom featuring a circular headboard, elegant decor, two lamps, and plush bedding with red accents.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

Stylish living space featuring a textured black sofa, a round glass coffee table, and an ornate wall mural with vibrant figures and landscapes.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

Luxurious bathroom featuring gold mosaic walls, a black freestanding tub, dual sinks, and striking geometric black and white flooring.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

A serene indoor pool area features elegant seating, with a striking mural of two women facing each other, adorned with artistic headpieces.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

A luxurious spa area featuring a mosaic-tiled wall with intricate gold and black designs, a sleek pool, and neatly stacked towels.
THE KARL LAGERFELD by CHIL Interior Design

Jack Qin

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2024 Jurors

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Vibha Jani, IIDA
Professor
Kansas State University
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Tom Lee
Principal
Tom Lee Studio
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Susan Orlandi
Workplace Leader | Principal
DLR Group

View the 2024 IIDA Best of Asia Pacific Design Awards winning projects here
View the 2023 IIDA Best of Asia Pacific Design Awards winning projects here
View the 2022 IIDA Best of Asia Pacific Design Awards winning projects here

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For questions and more information regarding IIDA Design Awards and Competitions, please contact competitions@iida.org.

With 11 annual and one biennial competitions, IIDA awards projects spanning global regions, firm size, categories/types, student work, and product and showroom design. Interior design and architecture firms of all sizes, including women and minority-owned businesses are welcome to apply.

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