D’Light Lighting Design Award 2026
Dates & Fees
🕓 Key Dates
| Stage | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Call for Entries Opens | April 15, 2026 | Submissions officially open to designers, studios, and students worldwide. |
| Early Bird Deadline | May 31, 2026 | Submit early to benefit from reduced entry fees. |
| Regular Deadline | June 30, 2026 | Standard submission period closes. |
| Late Deadline / Final Call | August 15, 2026 | Final opportunity to participate. |
| Jury Voting | 5 Sept – September 25, 2026 | Entries reviewed by the international jury panel. |
| Score Verification | September 26 – October 5, 206 | |
| Winners Announcement | October 10, 2026 | Winners revealed online. |
💰 Entry Fees
🎓 Students & Emerging Designers
- Early Bird: AED 140 (≈ USD 38)
- Regular: AED 180 (≈ USD 49)
- Late: AED 240 (≈ USD 65)
Design schools may join our Campus Ambassador Program for free entry codes. Contact: info@dlightaward.com
💼 Professionals / Studios / Brands
- Early Bird: AED 360 (≈ USD 98)
- Regular: AED 480 (≈ USD 131)
- Late: AED 600 (≈ USD 163)
Bulk Discounts:
• Submit 3 entries, get 1 free
• 15% off for each additional entry after the second
Optional Add-On: Jury Feedback Report (PDF) + AED 240 (≈ USD 65)
⚠️ Important Notes
- All fees are non-refundable regardless of outcome.
- Payment methods: Ziina or Invoice.
- Submissions will open on April 20, 2026.
- Early entries may receive extended media exposure.