IDEA 2024 Pricing & Deadlines

IDEA 2024 entry is closed

Gold IDEA trophy

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. There are two rounds of entry and judging during the IDEA competition. 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. The revenue generated by this program helps support all of IDSA’s annual community-focused efforts and creates opportunity for designers of all ages to thrive.

IDEA 2024 Late Entry Closes March 11, 2024

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 - Closed

For entries submitted and paid for between January 3, 2024 – February 20, 2024 (11:59 pm EST)

  • IDSA Member: Professional – $415
  • IDSA Member: Student – $145
  • Non-Member: Professional & Student – $655

Late Entry Rates - Closed

For entries submitted and paid for between February 21, 2024 – March 11, 2024  (11:59 pm EST)

  • IDSA Member: Professional – $630
  • IDSA Member: Student – $290 
  • Non-Member: Professional & Student – $895

Round Two Entry

Entrants selected by our judges to advance into Round Two will be notified by April 15, 2024. 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 15 to May 13, 2024 (11:59 pm EST).

Finalist Entry Rates

  • IDSA Member: Professional – $575
  • IDSA Member: Student – $150
  • Non-Member: Professional & Student – $775

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