It’s that time again… the 2026 Southeast Designer & Architect of the Year Awards (SEDY) call for entries is now open, and 360 Media is proud to once again support ADAC in celebrating the region’s most visionary creatives.
For designers and architects across the Southeast, SEDY is more than an awards program — it’s a platform that elevates boundary-pushing work, honors excellence, and shines a spotlight on the standout talent shaping the future of design. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to share your latest project, this is it.
Think your work deserves to be recognized? Head over to ADAC’s website to submit your entry. The deadline to apply is Feb. 27, so now is the perfect time to begin compiling your most impressive projects.
To spark a little inspiration, here’s a look back at last year’s exceptional winners:
- 2025 Residential Designer of the Year: Matt Donahue of bureau interior architecture | design
- 2025 Architect of the Year: Joel Kelly Design
- 2025 Contract Designer of the Year: Jillian Rooker and Amanda Dash of Rook and Dash
These creatives set the bar high with stunning work that blended innovation, craftsmanship, and storytelling — and we can’t wait to see the projects that rise to the top in 2026.
Whether you’re submitting for the first time or returning with new work, this year’s awards promise to highlight the very best in residential, contract, and architectural design across the Southeast.
Download the entry form here and join ADAC in celebrating design at its finest.
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