Nominations Open for Coverings ’26 Honors
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Submissions for the 2026 Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards and nominations for the Coverings 2026 Rock Star program are now being accepted online, with winners to be announced at Coverings 2026 in Las Vegas.
The CID Awards recognize achievements in the design and installation of ceramic tile and natural stone across residential, institutional and commercial projects. Architects, designers, builders, contractors, installers, distributors, retailers and other industry professionals may submit their projects by Dec. 1.
There are 11 different categories in all. They are:
*Commercial Ceramic Tile Installation
*Residential Ceramic Tile Installation
*Residential Stone Installation
*Commercial Stone Installation
*Residential Ceramic Tile Design
*Residential Stone Design
*Commercial Ceramic Tile Design
*Commercial Stone Design
*Artistic Design
*Artistic Installation, and
*Other Design.
The Artistic Design and Artistic Installation categories were first introduced last year, and return to spotlight creative, one-of-a-kind applications of stone and tile, including projects such as murals and mosaics.
National and international entries are welcome, with up to three submissions accepted at no cost. Eligible projects must be completed between Jan. 2024 and Dec. 2025.
Submissions will be judged based on installation and design, with a focus on originality, innovation and sustainability. The CID Awards are sponsored by TileLetter, Stone & Tile Insider and Stone World.
Winning projects will be announced during the Cid Awards Ceremony and Reception on March 31. Award winners will receive a complimentary one-night stay in Las Vegas or an equivalent gift card.
The day before that, The Coverings Rock Stars – an Emerging Leaders Program – will honor the selected class of 2026 Rock Stars at a special ceremony.
The Rock Stars honor emerging tile and stone professionals under the age of 35. Now in its 12th year, it reinforces Coverings’ mission to advance the industry by celebrating rising talent, and fostering opportunities for networking, mentorship and professional development.
Industry leaders are encouraged to submit nominations at https://taffyevents.formstack.com/forms/2026_rock_star by Dec. 1. Nominees will be selected based on key criteria including industry involvement, career growth, leadership development, community and volunteer contributions and continuing education.
Those selected will receive a $200 gift card and a free pass to attend Coverings 2026. Coverings 2026 will be held March 30-April 2 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.