Times of India’s Inaugural TOI Home & Decor Awards 2026 to spotlight India’s design visionaries

Times of India announces the inaugural edition of the TOI Home & Decor Awards 2026. Conceived as the definitive platform celebrating the visionaries who define how India lives, the awards will bring together the country’s most influential architects, interior designers, developers, homegrown brands and innovators shaping the future of modern living. From timeless spaces and iconic structures to breakthrough products and intelligent home solutions, the Awards will recognize excellence that seamlessly blends aesthetics, functionality, and innovation.

The TOI Home & Decor Awards 2026 aims to spotlight the ideas, people and enterprises reshaping India’s evolving relationship with home and design. As Indian consumers increasingly seek spaces that reflect individuality, sustainability and smart living, the awards will honour the creators and changemakers leading this transformation across architecture, interiors, décor, technology and lifestyle. With a focus on creativity, craftsmanship and impact, the initiative marks the beginning of a prestigious annual celebration of excellence in the world of home and décor.

With 35+ nominations across various categories, the Awards will recognise the gamechangers redefining contemporary Indian living. The categories include Individual Excellence, Project Excellence, Kitchen & Bath, Furniture & Furnishing, Decor & Materials, Smart Living & Security, Wellness & Comfort, Fitness & Personal Living, Family & Nursery, Outdoor Living and New Age.

The winners of the TOI Home & Decor Awards 2026 will be chosen by an esteemed jury comprising renowned architects, celebrated interior designers and industry veterans. They include Komal Sanghavi Vasa, Founding Principal, Gesamt Design; Padmashree Awardee Dr. Gopalan Nair Shankar of People's Architect and Habitat Technology Group; Aparna Kaushik Founder and Principal Architect; Ravi Kewalramani, Real Estate Entrepreneur and Digital Creator, and Priyam Saraswat, Digital Creator, Co Founder & CEO at Voosh.

Are you a visionary redefining the way India lives, designs, and innovates? Or do you know someone whose work is shaping the future of home and décor in India? Nominate yourself, your brand, your project or an industry trailblazer you know for the TOI Home & Decor Awards 2026.

Why nominate yourself for TOI Home & Decor Awards 2026?
It’s more than just an award - it’s a platform for national recognition and industry-wide visibility. You get a chance to showcase your work among India’s leading architects, designers, brands and innovators, leveraging TOI’s powerful media amplification that reaches millions of homeowners, developers, and investors. The awards also offer credible validation from some of India’s most respected design experts, along with unparalleled networking opportunities to connect with industry leaders, visionaries, and decision-makers shaping the future of design and living.

All about the nomination process
There are 3 pricing categories under which you can nominate yourself or anyone you know.
The Standard Entry package, priced at Rs 25,999, includes one nomination and a certificate. The Growth Plan at Rs 49,999 offers two nominations, along with a social media post and certificates for each entry. The Premium Entry package, priced at Rs 99,999, includes two nominations, a dedicated social media post, a native article feature and certificates for each nomination.

From groundbreaking spaces and iconic products to smart living solutions and design excellence, this is your opportunity to celebrate and spotlight the best in interiors with TOI Home and Decor Awards 2026. Know more about the Awards and the nomination process here.