Timeline for
2026

From the opening of submissions to finalist announcements and the grand ceremony, mark your calendars and follow the journey as we celebrate the best in coliving innovation.
Discover the 2021 winners
01

April 8th - April 22nd

Early Bird Submission Launch

The Coliving Awards 2026 season officially kicks off, welcoming early applicants to submit their entries via our dedicated portal.

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02

April 22nd - May 27th

Normal Submission Launch

Our submission period lasts for 5 weeks, giving participants flexibility to submit when it’s most convenient.

The Normal Submission tier will be open for just over a month, allowing ample time to perfect and submit entries.

03

May 27th - June 17th

Late Submission Launch

As the deadline nears, the Late Submission tier opens for those who thrive on the energy of last-minute action. We’re just as excited as you are at this stage, supporting applicants in their final push toward the finish line.

04

June 15th - July 1st

Last Minute Submission Launch

We understand that time can slip away, so we’re here to ensure you don’t miss your chance.

This is the final window to submit your application, with no extensions beyond July 1st at 18:00 CEST. Make sure to mark the date!

05

July 1st

Submissions Close

The application period officially closes, locking in all entries. From here, we begin the exciting evaluation phase.

06

July 13th - July 24th

Internal Review

The Coliving Awards team finalises the review of all submissions, ensuring that each is eligible and complete before advancing to the jury evaluation.

07

July 27th - August 17th

Finalists Selection

Lead Judges submit their corresponding category nominations, determining the standout finalists and honourable mentions who will move forward in the competition.

08

August 25th - August 28th

Finalists Announcements

We reveal the finalists across our official communication channels, including LinkedIn, Instagram and our official website.

The anticipation builds as we honour the remarkable projects that have made it through the first round!

09

August 25th - September 11th

Public Voting

Public voting is a key part of the evaluation process, empowering industry professionals and the coliving community to share their voice.

Held in phases across our official LinkedIn channel, where each day we will spotlight a different set of categories for public voting:

1st phase: from August 25th - September 8th
2nd phase: from August 2nd - September 9th
3rd phase: from August 3rd - September 10th
4th phase: from August 4th - September 11th

10

August 24th - September 14th

Jury Panel Voting

As the finalists are announced and public voting takes place, the Jury Panel dives into a thorough evaluation based on criteria and category-specific questions.

Final scores are determined through a balanced mix of Lead Judge votes (35%), public voting (35%), and Jury Panel average scores (30%). This process ensures a democratic and transparent selection of the 2026 winners.

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