ca Entry Guidelines
JUDGING CRITERIA
Jurors will judge entries on the following criteria:
1) Concept Statement (3-4 sentences that give a clear explanation of entry.)
2) Creativity of Design (design innovation and uniqueness.)
3) Function (usability and appropriateness of the designed object and material composition.)
4) Craftsmanship (durability, execution, and consistent detail, structural and aesthetic value.)
OTHER GUIDELINES
Entries are not limited to chairs, but MUST be furniture i.e.: tables, chairs, benches, sofas, bureaus, etc.
Entries must be freestanding, and wall or ceiling mounted pieces will not be accepted.
Pieces must weigh less than 300 pounds and be original in design.
Pieces may draw inspiration from past or present furniture designs but may not directly copy.
AWARD Categories
Best Professional Design
Best Graduate Student Design
Best Undergraduate Student Design
Glasgow Award for Most Creative Design
Pengilly Award for Best Craftsmanship
Griggs Award for Best Functional Design
People’s Choice Award
When entering the competition, it is not necessary to select a category you wish to enter nor is attendance at the gala required. Category placement will be at the jury’s discretion. People’s Choice Award is selected by Gala attendees. Prizes will be awarded in each category and awarded at the Chair Affair Gala.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fees are non-refundable and must be paid on IDI Payment Portal unless other arrangements are
made. Entry fee will be $40.00. Please fill out the ENTRY FORM.
ALL entry forms MUST be submitted no later than April 18, 2025. Entries later than April 12th will be considered late and will not be judged. There will be no exceptions and the entry fee will remain non-refundable.
Entry fee does not include ticket to the Gala, and entrants must purchase tickets separately. Tickets may be purchased online (see our website for more details, IDI Payment Portal, or at the door.)
DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS
PICK UP INSTRUCTIONS
Entries and Awards MUST be picked up Saturday evening after the Gala, April 26, 2025 between 9pm and 10pm at the Gala Site.
IDI will not be responsible for entries left behind after 11:00 pm Saturday, April 26, 2025.