The World Interiors News Awards are open to all involved in designing or commissioning interiors, including interior designers, architects, developers, retailers, hoteliers, restaurants, manufacturers, and suppliers.
Eligible projects must be completed since 1st January 2023, or since 1st January 2024, for pop-ups and temporary exhibitions.
There is no limit on the number of projects you can enter, and projects can be submitted in multiple categories if they fit the criteria.
FIRST ENTRY DEADLINE: THURSDAY 7 MAY AT 23:59PM (BST)
*Please note all deadline discounts will show at the basket stage
Hospitality Interiors
Hospitality is a dynamic sector with innovative designs in restaurants, cafés, hotels, entertainment venues, and clubs that inspire other spaces. Winning designs offer imaginative guest experiences, blending exceptional customer service with sustainable, climate-conscious design.
Restaurants & Cafés
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
Hotels & 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
Public & Cultural Interiors
Interior design should unite people in public spaces like performance venues, galleries, schools, civic projects, transport hubs, and historic sites. Projects should meet diverse needs, encourage local engagement, and create healthy, sustainable environments, with a strong focus on environmental responsibility.
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, yachts, vessels 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
Residential Interiors
Whether for individual homes, show flats, apartments, or larger developments, successful entries should match residents' desires and lifestyles. As climate awareness grows, a sustainable approach to product selection is essential. Innovation in layouts and design details is also crucial.
One Off Homes (Under £1M)
Recognises 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
- Personalised 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
- Personalised lifestyle expression / support
- Innovative use of space
Show Flat's & 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
Retail & Consumer Design Interiors
Innovative interior design is key to customer experience in categories for independent shops, small retail chains, visual merchandising, concessions, pop-ups, and larger spaces like department stores and shopping centres. Designs should reflect consumers' growing eco-consciousness.
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
Retail Chains, Department Stores, Shopping Centre
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
Specialist Interiors
The Specialist Interiors category celebrates design excellence through the lenses of technical innovation in lighting and visualisation, immersive storytelling in temporary spaces, and a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and the creative transformation of existing structures.
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
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
Excellence in Sustainable Design
Awards projects and practices that embed sustainability deeply into interior design with measurable impact.
Rewards:
- Carbon reduction and energy efficiency
- Responsible sourcing and circularity
- Social responsibility
- Transparent reporting and innovation
- ESG Integration
- Measurable sustainable outcomes
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 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
Sports & Wellness Interiors
Interior design is crucial in sports and wellness spaces, from training facilities and spas to health clinics, as health and wellbeing become integral to modern lifestyles. Designs should reflect the growing consumer focus on sustainability, especially for those with a holistic approach to living.
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
Post-Covid, workspace interiors have evolved significantly. Successful designs for large offices, communal areas, and other workspaces will show how they foster collaboration and support hybrid working. They should be inclusive of various working styles and align with clients' high priorities for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
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.
Rewards:
- Inviting and functional design
- Integration of technology and amenities
- Encouragement of social connection