VMSD has officially opened the submission forms for its annual Designer Dozen awards, Retail Design Firm Resource Guide/Top Firms ranking, International Visual Competition and Renovation Competition. To learn more or submit your materials, please visit vmsd.com/submit-your-competition-entry today!
Designer Dozen
Do you know someone making a difference in your organization, age 35 or under? Nominate yourself or a co-worker for this annual recognition of rising stars in the retail industry. Retailers, designers and visual merchandisers are eligible to enter. Featured in our March/April 2023 issue.
DEADLINE: February 9, 2023
Retail Design Firm Resource Guide
Get noticed! This annual listing of design and architecture firms from around the world also includes a ranking of the top firms of the year (based on annual firm fees). The full, comprehensive listing is found year-round on vmsd.com, and the ranking is featured in our May/June 2023 issue.
DEADLINE: February 24, 2023
International Visual Competition
This annual competition highlights displays with a temporary shelf-life, from storewide promotions to pop-ups to windows, from the previous year. Our Best in Show winner, along with 1-5 First Place winners and 6-8 Honorable Mention winners, is featured in our July/August “Visual Issue.”
DEADLINE: March 3, 2023
Retail Renovation Competition
Featuring the best retail renovation and conversion projects from around the world completed the previous year. Our Retail Renovation of the Year, along with 1-5 First Place winners and 6-8 Honorable Mention winners, is featured in our September/October issue.
DEADLINE: April 7, 2023