Thank you for your interest in entering your work into the IDEA competition. This competition is open to designs and designers from around the world and we look forward to seeing your very best. IDSA members benefit from preferential pricing for all aspects of IDEA entry. If you aren't a member, consider joining before you enter IDEA to save on entry fees and enjoy many other membership advantages year-round.
There are two rounds of judging during the IDEA competition. See Rules & Regulations for complete details.
ROUND ONE
In Round One, judges review every entry submission and narrow the field by selecting exemplary projects to advance to Round Two of the competition.
Regular Entry Rates
For entries submitted and paid for between Jan. 2–March 2 (11:59pm EST)
- Professional Member - $365
- Professionals & Student Non-Member - $540
- Student Member - $130
Late Entry Rates
For entries submitted and paid for between March 3–March 16 (11:59pm EST)
- Professional Member - $565
- Professionals & Student Non-Member - $775
- Student Member - $260
ROUND TWO
Entrants selected by our judges to advance into Round Two will be notified by April 27, 2020. Entrants need to complete and pay for their Round Two submission(s) in order to be considered 'Finalists' and to be eligible to win an IDEA trophy. Round Two will be open for entry from April 27 to May 15, 2020 (11:59pm EST).
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, IDEA will not accept physical products for Round Two. Entrants will make an online submission only.
Round Two / Finalist Entry Rates
- Professional Member - $515
- Professionals & Student Non-Member - $630
- Student Member - $130