PAVE Global, VMSD, and Travelstead are pleased to announce the winners and runners-up of the PAVE + VMSD Window Awards, honoring standout holiday window design across New York City and North America. From immersive storytelling to exceptional craftsmanship, this year’s honorees reflect the creativity, technical excellence, and seasonal spirit that define the art of visual merchandising.

The 27th Annual PAVE Gala brought the design community together at Guastavino’s in New York City for a night celebrating student scholarships, retail design excellence, and industry leadership. From student award recipients to professional honors and the PAVE Student Design Competition, the evening highlighted how PAVE Global continues to support the next generation of designers.

Sheridan College fourth year Interior Design student Jenny Bae Huggon has been named the 2026 euro a go go Retail Design Experience Award recipient. Selected for her thoughtful, human-centered approach to tech light design, Jenny will join the euro a go go programme at EuroShop 2026 and is recognized at the 2025 PAVE Gala in New York City.

PAVE Global is excited to announce the winners of the 2025 PAVE Gala T-Shirt Design Challenge, sponsored by Studio Lourdes. Interpreting this year’s theme, “Bridge to the Future,” four students were recognized across Judges’ Choice and People’s Choice categories for their creativity and vision. Their designs will be featured as limited-edition merchandise supporting future PAVE scholarships.

PAVE Global, in partnership with The Hershey Company, is proud to announce the winners of the 30th Annual PAVE International Student Design Competition. This year’s challenge invited students to design an immersive Store-within-a-Store snacking destination inside a traditional grocery store. Three outstanding concepts were selected for their creativity, innovation, and thoughtful interpretation of Hershey’s iconic brand experience.

PAVE Global announces the 2025 Inspired by Design: PAVE Student Visionary Award honorees. Leilianni Hubbard, Phoebe Nguyen, and Shambhavi Sanjay were selected for work demonstrating strong research, thoughtful design thinking, and meaningful impact across sustainability, cultural awareness, and human-centered design. Each student will receive a $10,000 prize package and be recognized at the 2025 PAVE Gala.

PAVE Global has announced the finalists for the 18th Annual PAVE Rising Star Award, presented by ASI | Architectural Systems, Inc. Catherine Keywan, Jacob Tyler, and Olivia Van Deusen will be honored at the 2025 PAVE Gala in New York City, where the Rising Star Honoree will be revealed.

PAVE Global and VMSD Magazine are pleased to announce that submissions are now open for the 2025 PAVE + VMSD Window Awards, presented by Travelstead. The program celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship behind the holiday windows that inspire shoppers and communities each season.

PAVE Global proudly announces Professor Elgin Cleckley of the University of Virginia as the 2025 Educator of the Year, presented by Chipman Design Architecture. A leader in architecture and design education, Cleckley is celebrated for his _mpathic design approach, community engagement, and transformative impact on students. His teaching inspires future designers to lead with empathy, creativity, and purpose.

PAVE Global and euro a go go have launched the Retail Experience Award 2026, offering one student a fully sponsored trip to EuroShop in Düsseldorf. The winner will also gain mentorship from industry leaders and recognition at the 2025 PAVE Gala in New York City. Applications close November 3, 2025.

The 30th Annual PAVE Student Design Competition, sponsored by The Hershey Company, invites students worldwide to reimagine the snacking experience with immersive, tech-driven, and brand-inspired designs. Top winners will be honored at the 2025 PAVE Gala in NYC.

PAVE Global, in partnership with Knovo, announces the 2025 Technology in Design Innovation Scholarship. This $2,500 award celebrates students who harness technology to transform design, offering mentorship with Knovo professionals and an invitation to the PAVE Gala. Applications are due October 17, 2025.

At the 2024 PAVE Gala, we made a promise: every dollar raised would go directly back into student programs. In 2025, that promise has been kept — and exceeded. PAVE is awarding over $120,000 in scholarships, grants, and support this year, more than doubling our impact. From expanded scholarships to new awards and travel stipends, we’re investing in the next generation of designers like never before.

Join us in honoring young professionals in the brand environment industry who demonstrate exceptional leadership by anticipating client needs, motivating teams, and inspiring consumers.

PAVE Global and Bish Creative announce the third annual Point-of-Purchase Scholarship, now increased to $3,500. One student will receive the scholarship plus a 5-day immersive mentorship experience at Bish Creative in Chicago and an invitation to attend the 2025 PAVE Gala in New York City. Open to design students in the US and Canada. Application deadline: October 31, 2025.

Design students across North America are invited to participate in the 2025 PAVE Gala T-Shirt Design Challenge. This year's theme, "Bridge to the Future," challenges participants to explore PAVE's vital role connecting design education to students' future careers. Two winners and two runners-up will be selected through dual judging, with prizes of $1,000 and $500 respectively. Sponsored by Studio Lourdes.

PAVE Global is thrilled to announce that submissions are now open for the 2025 Inspired by Design: PAVE Student Visionary Award. This year, we're seeking innovative student designers whose groundbreaking work will shape the future of consumer environments. One exceptional student will receive $7,500, an invitation to our exclusive NYC gala, and recognition among industry leaders. Could it be you?

Nominations Now Open for 2025 PAVE Global Educator of the Year Award, Presented by Chipman Design Architecture

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