Founded in 1992 as The Planning and Visual Education Partnership, PAVE Global is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation, with all proceeds benefitting PAVE’s educational programs. The organization enables young talent to build successful careers designing and creating consumer environments. Our vision is to cultivate relationships with students, educators, and the design industry through financial assistance, top-industry thinking, inspiration, and mentorship.
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The PAVE + VMSD New York Window Awards, presented by Travelstead, celebrate the most iconic holiday windows and displays in New York City. Retailers are invited to submit their flagship holiday installations in one of two categories: Department Stores or Specialty Stores.
A panel of industry professionals will review and score all submissions based on the following criteria:
- Originality and Creativity
- Spirit of the Season
- Professionalism: Execution and Technical Aspects (including lighting, mechanics, signage/copy, and mannequin or merchandise presentation)
There will be two winners, one in each New York category.
Winners and finalists will be honored at the 27th Annual PAVE Gala on December 12, 2025, in New York City.
The two New York winners (Department Store and Specialty Store) will also be automatically entered into the North America Window Awards judging pool.
Please note that the New York and North America programs require separate submission forms.
If you intended to submit to the North America Window Awards instead, you may access that form here.
The PAVE + VMSD North America Window Awards, presented by Travelstead, recognize outstanding holiday windows and displays from retailers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This expanded category celebrates design excellence and seasonal storytelling beyond New York City.
A panel of industry professionals will review and score all submissions based on the following criteria:
- Originality and Creativity
- Spirit of the Season
- Professionalism: Execution and Technical Aspects (including lighting, mechanics, signage/copy, and mannequin or merchandise presentation)
There will be one winner selected for the North America category.
North America winners will be announced digitally through PAVE Global and VMSD Magazine’s communication channels, including website, newsletters, and social media platforms.
The New York category winners will automatically be considered as part of the North America judging pool.
Please note that the New York and North America programs require separate submission forms.
If you intended to submit to the New York Window Awards instead, you can access that form here.