The internationally acclaimed CODAawards recognize the best in public art and the creative forces behind it.
Entry for the 14th Annual CODAawards has closed!
Thank you to everyone who submitted.
The response this year has been extraordinary. From monumental public installations to intimate commissioned works, the breadth and ambition of what artists and designers are creating right now is remarkable, and this year’s submissions reflect that. We’re grateful to every artist, studio, and creative professional who took the time to enter. Your work is what makes the CODAawards meaningful.
Stay tuned- Jurying is underway, and the Top 100 will be announced soon. We look forward to celebrating the projects that are pushing the boundaries of art and design in the built environment.
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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