DEADLINE: 31 January 2007

The Dubai based 2A (Architecture & Art) magazine would like to invite submissions for its next issue on Architecture + Tourism. The magazine content is focused, but not restricted, to the architecture of the Gulf. Suggested themes include: Building types and Tourists’ Spaces; Global Tourism; Local Tourism; Experience and Tourism, and more. Entrants can submit Essays and critical text on spaces for tourism: architectural, cultural, historical and social and/or Presentation of design projects for tourism: hotels, resorts, leisure complexes, etc., by individual designers or architectural offices. Visit the site for details.

DEADLINE: 31 January 2007

The Top Ten Green Projects program seeks to identify and recognize the benefits of high performance, sustainable design; to educate the architectural community and the public at large on the increased value that sustainable design provides for developers, building owners and occupants; and to acknowledge architects as experts in the creation of energy conscious and
environmentally responsible design solutions.

This program is an international competition open to all architects. Projects may be located anywhere in the world, but must have been designed by an architect licensed in the United States. Only completed, built projects are eligible. Entries submitted may be large or small projects, new construction or renovations, and any project type. Projects must have been completed after 1997 and before April 2007. Visit the site for details.

DEADLINE: 26 January 2007

“Having already received a record number of submissions, we have extended the deadline for entries to Friday, January 26, 2007 in order to give more organizations and individuals a chance to compete for the Internet’s top honors. With an expanded 100+ categories covering every aspect of the business and consumer world, this year’s Webby Awards competition levels the playing field and provides you with an opportunity to truly outshine your peers. Nominees will be announced in April 2007 and winners will be honored at a star-studded gala and celebration in June in New York City! Enter your Websites, Interactive Advertising, Online Film & Video and Mobile sites for your chance to win!” Visit the site for more information.

Bacardi Limon, a leader in the flavored rum category, and The Daily, the fashion world’s authority, invite aspiring designers to add a bit of vibrant color to clothes created with a nod to individual style. The “Express Your Style” Competition will reward the undiscovered talent (21+) whose couture cocktail design best exemplifies the essence of Bacardi Limon, a unique blend of Bacardi Premium Rum, infused with an artful combination of lemon, lime and grapefruit essences.

The contest calls for entrants, aged 25 and over, to send sketches of fashions for men or women, in yellow tones, of course, that convey the excitement and intensity of a fabulous night out on the town. A description of the creative concept, in 500 words or less, must accompany the design, including the types of fabrics required. Contestants can enter as many times as they wish, but each entry must be different. Sketches may be sent either by mail or via email as a jpeg attachment sized between 600×900 and 1200×1800 pixels. All entries must be received by 11:59 EST on 27 January 2007. Visit the site for entry forms, details.

Win $1,500! Entries are being accepted for the 2007 California Strawberry Festival Poster Contest. The deadline is Fri., 5 January. The festival pays tribute to California’s agricultural heritage and benefits various charities. The poster will be used in marketing and advertising, and printed on Tshirts and promotional items. Artists of all ages may work in any medium, but the finished product must be able to be reproduced in poster form. The image only, without script or title, is preferred; the event name will be added in final production. Visit the site for details.

Have a little time on your hands? Meet this challenge: Design new graphics for the classic C.O. Bigelow Apothecary Jar to be sold as a limited-edition item. Final winner will receive $2500 from the Gen Art Foundation.

C.O. Bigelow and Gen Art are hosting a national design competition dubbed the “C.O. Bigelow Apothecary Jar Design Program” that offers visual artists and designers a unique opportunity to design original graphics for its classic C.O. Bigelow Apothecary Jar. Inspiration for artwork should be the brand credo: Honest. Genuine. Trustworthy. The limited edition Apothecary Jar will be sold at participating Bath and Body Works stores. C.O. Bigelow also reserves the right to feature and sell this product online. Read the rest of this entry »