Columbia, MD— Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. proudly announces the Vectorworks Creative Genius Awards, a new global competition that recognizes designers who dare to push the envelope and think differently. The program invites creative professionals in architecture, interior design, landscape and entertainment design to submit their boldest and most imaginative projects – completed or in progress – that solve problems in unexpected ways and inspire new perspectives for a chance to win a prize package with cash, innovative technology and more.
“Every bold idea starts with someone willing to think outside the box,” says John D’Addario, vice president of customer engagement at Vectorworks. “The Vectorworks Creative Genius Awards celebrate the innovators who are reinventing what is possible, challenging conventions and inspiring a global community of designers with their creativity. We are excited to see the remarkable entries and how our customers' ideas will continue to shape the future of design.”
One Grand Prize winner in each of four categories: Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Design and Entertainment Design will receive $5,000, exclusive Vectorworks gifts, a technology package and more. A jury comprised of Vectorworks executives, industry experts and creative professionals will evaluate submissions based on a variety of criteria, including design quality, use of Vectorworks features, originality and innovation, presentation and sustainability. Additionally, for each category there will be specific criteria that evaluate key aspects of bold design:
- architecture: Focus on adaptive reuse, contextual integration and BIM workflows.
- Interior design: Focus on quality of experience, spatial innovation and material use.
- landscape design: Consideration of ecological strategies, planting design and site integration.
- Entertainment design: Emphasis on immersive experiences, technical complexity, and innovative use of Vectorworks Spotlight and/or Braceworks, ConnectCAD, or the Showcase feature in Vectorworks Spotlight.
Designers are encouraged to share their genius by January 31 to secure a place among the global creative minds who refuse to color within borders. Winners will be announced during the Vectorworks Open Day in 2026. To be considered for an award, all designs and creative concepts must be created in Vectorworks. For more information and ways to participate, visit vectorworks.net/creative-genius-awards.
About Vectorworks, Inc.
Vectorworks, Inc. is an award-winning design and BIM software provider serving the architecture, landscape architecture and design, and entertainment industries in 85 countries. Professionals around the world use Vectorworks on Mac and Windows to create, connect, and influence the next generation of design. Designed specifically for designers in 1985, Vectorworks gives you the freedom to follow your imagination wherever it takes you. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland with offices in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Japan, Vectorworks is part of the Nemetschek Group. Learn how to design without limits at vectorworks.net or follow @Vectorworks.