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Submission Deadline: Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM Central.
Welcome to the 2026 AIA Chicago Design Excellence Awards! Please submit your projects here for evaluation in the all award categories.
Our awards celebrate excellence in design, sustainability, and social justice, fostering a culture of design excellence for equitable, sustainable places and spaces. With a commitment to recognizing innovation and impact, these awards showcase the best in architectural achievement.
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