How do I submit my entry?
Via the registration page of each award type.

Professional – https://awards.worldlandscapearchitect.com/product/professional-entry/
Student – https://awards.worldlandscapearchitect.com/student-submission/
University Studio – https://awards.worldlandscapearchitect.com/studio-submission/

What is included in the registration package (files)?
You will receive an email with a link to download the WLA Awards Entry Registration Package in rar or zip format (each format includes the same files). The file will include the following:

• WLA Awards Template (indesign, powerpoint, pdf, jpg formats – you only need one to create your submission in pdf format. (Reft to Tips for more information)
• WLA Awards Entry Guide (pdf format) – this is a detailed guide of the WLA Awards with some tips
• WLA Awards Entry Example (pdf format) – this provides you with a mockup of an entry.

I can’t find my order/entry number?
The order number you receive after purchasing a registration entry is your entry number and can be found in the first email you receive. If you do not receive your order email within 24 hours after purchasing, please contact [email protected]

A purchase with multiple entries will receive separate emails with additional order/entry numbers within 24-48 hours.

How many times can I enter my project with one registration?
Each registration allows you to submit one entry per category. E.g., if you wish to enter two projects in the same or different categories, you need to purchase two (2) registrations.

Can I get a refund?
Refunds will incur a $25 fee for Professional Registrations and a $5 fee for Student Registrations. This is to cover the payment fees of our payment gateway. Alternatively, we can put you on a register for the following year; you may have to pay a fee if the registration fee has increased.

Can I enter my project in more than one category?
Yes, you can enter your project in more than one category, we suggest you may be better off entering it once in the most suitable category.

Which category should I choose?
We suggest that you enter the category that best suits your project or the highest use of the project.

Can I put images on the first page?
No, the first page is for text only. No images, graphics, logos or other representations should be placed on the first page.

Can I put text on the images?
Text can only be put on images to provide labels or critical information, such as labels (diagram or plan titles, building names, street names, legend text, etc) on a plan or diagram or an image caption(25 words or less) . No long text such as paragraphs, etc. should be placed on images. Any entry with long paragraphs (greater than 25 words) of text on the image pages will be disqualified with no refund of entry registration fee.

Can I put more than one image per image page?
Yes, you can please have as many images on one page (excluding the first page) as you wish. However, we suggest that you selective.

Do I need a plan in my entry submission?
Yes. For 2026, we now require you to supply a plan as part of your submission. This provides context and an understanding of the design and spatial arrangement.

Where do I name my company, client, and collaborators’ names?
You include this information when completing your Entry Submission on the WLA Awards Website. 
Do not include your company name, designer’s name, collaborator’s name, client name or identifying marks (logos, text) in the WLA Awards entry submission. Any entry that includes your company or designers name will be disquailfied.

Do you have a question?
If you have any further questions, please submit them via email to [email protected]