Celebrating the Quality and Diversity of Architectural and Interior Design Ventures Shaping the Future of Hospitality

The LIV Hospitality Design Awards are officially open for submissions, inviting architects, designers, hoteliers, and developers to showcase their most innovative hospitality projects. Now in its sixth edition, the program celebrates the quality and diversity of architectural and interior design ventures shaping the future of hospitality. Early bird entries receive a 10% discount until June 30, 2025.

FOREST, Studio 40
Photo credit: Natalia Gorbunova

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol, Meyer Davis
Photo credit: The Ingalls + Eric Laignel

Ryuutai Ondo, AI Group Co., Ltd
Photo credit:
Eric Ho

The awards spotlight projects that elevate hospitality design and create meaningful guest experiences. An esteemed jury of architects, designers, hoteliers, and industry leaders will judge submissions. Notable jury members include Francisco Lopez-Cordoba from Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Raul Tellez Casado from Minor Hotels, Carl Wee from Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, and Beatriz Carreto from Radisson Hotel Group.

Last year’s fifth edition marked a record-breaking success with over 550 submissions from 58 countries. Winning projects ranged from a treetop dining experience in Thailand to a revitalized school in China, reflecting today's global impact and creativity of hospitality design. Entries are open to professionals and students; submissions can be conceptual, in-progress, or completed projects. Projects in the "Brand New" category must be under three years old. The LIV Hospitality Design Awards accept identical entries in successive years, recognizing that great design is timeless.

Photo credit: Monteverdi Tuscany Restaurant and Art Gallery, Foster + Partners

Dialogue with Nature—Commune STORE, Atelier Global Limited
Photo credit:
ZHIYI

Photo credit: Mandarin Oriental, Muscat, Oman, Xavier Cartron SAS

In the Living Space category, the awards recognize architectural and interior designs that create comfort and a sense of place. The entries reflect the diversity of modern accommodation concepts, from short-term rentals to private housing and beach resorts. The Eating Space category celebrates the fusion of culinary experiences and design. From Michelin-starred restaurants, to food halls and cocktail bars, the awards honor projects that enhance the dining experience through thoughtful architecture, interior design, and ambiance.

LIV Hospitality Design Awards

The LIV Hospitality Design Awards aims to celebrate the quality and diversity of architectural ventures and interior design projects shaping the hospitality industry today. Launched in 2020, the program is an inclusive platform that pursues and rewards exceptional projects within living and eating spaces.