APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 3, 2023 BY 11:59 PM EASTERN/8:59 PM PACIFIC
 

Since 1992, PAVE Global's mission has been to mentor, inspire, and connect student designers to the extraordinary professional world of creating and designing consumer environments. 

​To celebrate its 30th anniversary, PAVE has developed an all-new award to recognize and honor emerging student visionaries who are expected to revolutionize the industry with their innovative ideas and designs, making a positive impact on the world.

AWARD

All submissions will be judged blindly by a panel of industry professionals. Three students will be selected to receive the following:

• $7,500 cash prize
• An invitation to attend the 2023 PAVE Gala to network with Industry Professionals and be honored for this award. Travel, hotel, and per diem will be covered.
• $1,000 to the student's school/department or educator for travel to attend the 2023 PAVE Gala (to be determined by the school or department)
   

ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES

• Student must be enrolled in a 2 to 4-year undergraduate or graduate program working toward a degree in design, architecture, or visual merchandising with an interest in pursuing a career creating and designing consumer environments.​
• Student must be a full-time student, enrolled in at least 12 credit hours or equivalent.​
• Student must be located and studying within North America.

If you are unsure if you are eligible to participate, please contact us at info@paveglobal.org.

SUBMISSION PROCESS
Students will prepare and submit (3) 11"x 17" boards containing their own pre-existing, relevant, design work following the outlined process and criteria.

STEP 1 - Pick one of your projects that embodies one of the following sub-topics:

• Human and Community Connection
• Sustainability
• Cultural Awareness/DEI
• Universal Design
• Educational Innovations

If you are unsure if your project falls under one of the above sub-topics, please contact us atinfo@paveglobal.organd we'd be happy to provide guidance.

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STEP 2 - Create (3) 11” x 17” boards per the following criteria:

Board 1: 

• ​Design/project title
• Project imagery: graphic elements of the selected project
• Project Inquiry: Which sub-topic was addressed and how? Why are you interested in this topic?
   

Board 2: 

• Design/project title
• Project imagery: graphic elements of the selected project
• Project Inquiry: Why are you interested in this topic? Did you learn anything unexpected during the process?
   

Board 3: 

• Design/project title
• Project imagery: graphic elements of the selected project
• Project Inquiry: Do you think you accomplished your goals and how?
• SAMPLE BOARD

STEP 3 - Submit your entry by Friday, Nov. 3, 2023. by 11:59 PM ET/8:59 PM PT.

• Reminder: Double-check your entry materials against the submission requirements before submitting your entry through Submittable.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• PAVE utilizes a blind judging system, the student's name and/or school may not appear anywhere on the (3) project boards.
• Boards should be submitted as PDFs in 11x17 landscape (horizontal) format. 
• Must include a complete copy of your current transcript (official or unofficial).**
• All submissions and supporting documents must be submitted through the Submittable platform.
• All applications must be received by Friday, November 3, 2023, by 11:59 PM ET/8:59 PM PT to be considered.

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 ** Transcripts are utilized by PAVE administration to confirm your eligibility to participate as a current student. Transcripts will not be visible to judges on the review panel.​​​​

HAVE A QUESTION?

• For the quickest answers, check the Frequently Asked Questions page. If your question is still unanswered, please contact us at info@paveglobal.org.
• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS