The internationally acclaimed CODAawards recognize the best in public art and the creative forces behind it.
The 14th Annual CODAawards are open for entry!
Early bird entry pricing active through April 30
Commissioned Art Matters – and the CODAawards celebrate this. The CODAawards program honors the individuals and the teams whose collective imaginations create the public and private spaces that inspire us every day.
Artists, Designers, Architects, Public Art Administrators, Art Consultants, Industry Resources, Technologists, Cross-Disciplinary Creators, Landscape Architects: Everyone involved in the collaborative process of creating artful spaces is encouraged to enter!
Reasons to Enter the CODAawards:
Gain global recognition
CODAawards winners are promoted by CODAworx through an international PR campaign, delivering unparalleled public recognition through print, social media, and digital presence throughout the year. It’s not uncommon for award-winning projects to attract press attention this way. When you win a CODAaward, you’re not just celebrated, you’re thrust into the global spotlight. Working with our NY PR firm, CODAworx launches an international PR blitz, ensuring that your victory is broadcast in print and digital media.
Be honored in-person with your peers
This year, CODAaward winners will take center stage at the CODAawards Celebration Ceremony, part of CODAsummit in Santa Fe. Award winners will be welcomed at CODAsummit and honored in a live ceremony, have their work presented to all conference attendees and take home their award statuette, on top of free registration to the entire 3-day conference.
Be seen by thought leaders in the industry
Our distinguished jury of luminaries in design and art will be viewing and scoring entries. From top architects and designers, to leaders in the art world such as museum curators and leading arts organizations, they represent some of the most forward-thinking individuals who are major influencers in our field.
Get that stamp of approval
Winners will have unlimited bragging rights; winning projects are showcased in professionally-created videos and then included in CODAworx marketing and events throughout the year. Winning projects are tagged as CODAaward winners in all web searches going forward. In addition, winners receive a one-year CODAworx Pro membership (valued at $600 USD).
The 2026 CODAawards are sponsored by:
Criteria
Entries are reviewed by a jury of thought leaders in the design, architecture, and art worlds. The jurors are asked to judge each entry on the following criteria:
- The integration of the public artwork into the project space or environment, and the impact it has on viewers
- The collaboration process between artist/team, designers, architects, art consultants, public art agencies, and all industry professionals involved in the project
- The excellence of the artwork within its artistic practice – recognizing outstanding creative vision and mastery of form and technique