Frequently asked questions

Find answers to frequently asked questions about CDA. See the most common topics and more.

Popular Questions

Is CDA a competition?

CDA is an award program, given to projects that have already been designed, not a competition where ..
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Where to submit applications?

To apply your projects to CDA, please click on the link below, click on "submit now" an

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How to apply to a specific category?

Click on the link below, and choose the category you wish to apply to, in order to view the guide

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What each of the available categories are?

The categories available for submissions are:

  • Architecture Design
  • In
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The format of the submission?

The submission is made online, through our website, in PDF form. Requirements for each category a

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Is CDA open to anyone, or only professionals?

CDA is open to any designer who wishes to participate. Student designers and those under 30 years

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The difference between the design showcase and the award?

The Design District is the exhibition that takes place for the duration of 3 days. This exhibition s..
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Whether people can buy tickets (and if these tickets are for the showcase or the award)?

Tickets for the gala event are for sale through our office, after September 22nd

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How to use an online ticket to enter?

To get a ticket jut follow the below steps:

  • Visit DS Exhibition page:
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Dates and times?

Design District Dates: October 17-19 2019

CDA Gala: O

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How people can get involved as organizers (e.g. companies or ushers wanting to join CDA)?