2026 SARA NY AI Design Award
Celebrating Excellence in Architecture & The Future of Design
FREE SUBMISSIONS OPEN
NEW EXTENDED SUBMISSION DEADLINE April 10, 2026
AWARDS GALA June 4, 2026
AI in Architecture Category — Submit FREE
The Society of American Registered Architects (SARA) New York Council proudly presents this prestigious competition recognizing pioneers at the intersection of artificial intelligence and architectural design.
Who Should Submit: Architects, designers, and students leveraging AI in architectural design and planning within the United States. Both real-life projects and unbuilt/theoretical work are eligible.
Why Submit Your Work
🏆 Prestigious Recognition Receive national and international acclaim from practitioners, clients, and industry media as part of one of the most prestigious design awards in the U.S.
🚀 Position as Pioneer AI category winners receive an exclusive marketing package from ArkDesign.AI, positioning your team at the forefront of industry transformation.
🌍 Global Stage Showcase how AI is transforming design challenges and demonstrate thought leadership in this rapidly evolving field.
🤝 Community Connection Join the “Architects Helping Architects” community and celebrate at an exclusive gala at New York’s iconic New Yorker Hotel.
Judging Criteria
Concept Clarity Design Innovation Contextual Responsiveness Program Fulfillment Aesthetic Quality AI Incorporation in Design Process Elaboration & Artisanry of AI Use
Awards & Recognition
Winners receive distinctions of Excellence, Honor, and Merit. All winners and shortlisted entrants are invited to the June 4th awards celebration.
Exclusive AI Category Winner Bonus: In addition to receiving all the recognition and prestige of one of the most prestigious design awards in the U.S., the AI in Architecture category winner will receive an exclusive marketing package from ArkDesign.AI that will position the winning team as pioneers in the transformation of the architectural industry.
Student Opportunity: The Katherine Marie Firneis Memorial Student Scholarship awards $5,000 to outstanding individual student projects. Review official requirements for eligibility details.
Awards Gala Venue
The New Yorker Hotel 481 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10001
Ready to Submit?
Visit the official SARA NY submission portal and select “SARA NY Council 2026 Design Awards” under the chapter field. Remember to credit all participating designers, students, and collaborators.
Questions about the AI in Architecture category? Contact us at support@arkdesign.ai
Flashback of 2025
Join us in celebrating the future of architecture—where creativity meets innovation, and design excellence is recognized on the world stage.
Thank you to the Society of American Registered Architects (New York Council) for this great opportunity to be part of something truly big.
