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Showcase your mastery

The Best Pivot Door Contest celebrates the transformation of grand ideas into tangible creations that redefine beauty. We do not only want to recognize excellence, but to inspire and encourage the industry to continually push the boundaries of design and innovation.

We invite architects, designers, door makers and all our partners to showcase their finest FritsJurgens pivot door projects. We aim to honour the fusion of craftsmanship and creativity, emphasizing the elegance and functionality of pivot doors.

Submit for Best Pivot Door Contest 2024

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Complete submission

Start your submission by selecting the appropriate category for your pivot door project.

For two reasons, business information is essential for contests: it ensures fair awards and enables effective promotion on social media and platforms. Accurate data guarantees deserving businesses are recognized while showcasing winners online boosts visibility and potential opportunities.

We ask for the business information of the involved parties to verify the project designer and maker. We also need this information to be able to tag involved companies in communication surrounding the contest properly.

The photographs that are uploaded as entries need to be of high quality (professional) in a finished surrounding and not in an under-construction setting. There should be a minimum of 3 images of the following shots: 1. Door in open position 2. Door in closed position 3. Any detail of the door You may upload more than 3 photographs or videos of the door that portrays its functionality.

Fill out the dimensions, materials, weight and chosen hardware. Please describe accurately and in detail what makes this pivot door special or unique.

Please accept the terms and conditions in order to be eligible for contesting a Best Pivot Door Contest award.
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How to play the game

Submit your entry: Fill out the submission form as complete as possible. After your entry is succesfully submitted, your project will go to the quality control team. You may be contacted if further information is needed.

Use high quality footage: Competition is raising the bar each year. Be sure to maximize your opportunities by strickly uploading high quality content, made by professionals.

Judging round: Once your project is eligible for judging, you will proceed to the judging round. The jury board consists of last years winners.

What are the contest categories?
There are 3 categories:
  • Exterior pivot door
  • Interior pivot door
  • Specialty door (any special application of FritsJurgens pivot hinge constitutes a specialty door, for example, rotating book shelf, wine cabinets etc.)
Out of all the entries, we give a special mention to the tallest and the widest door based on the measurements that you have provided.
What are the image requirements?
The photographs that are uploaded as entries need to be of high quality (professional) in a finished surrounding and not in an under-construction setting. There should be a minimum of 3 images of the following shots:
  • Door in open position 
  • Door in closed position 
  • Any detailing within the door 
You may upload more than 3 photographs or videos of the door that portrays its functionality. 
Who is eligible to participate in the contest?
The contest is open internationally. Both the maker and designer of the doors are eligible for nomination and winning an award. You may submit multiple entries if they are different doors. 
What are the judging criteria?
Entries will be judged by the winners of the previous year's contest. The criteria for judging include design, application, uniqueness, overall contextual fit of the door in its surroundings, materials used, and provided specifications. In the event of a tie, FritsJurgens will hold a public vote to determine the winner. 

Important dates

We are calling for entries

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Submission deadline

6th November 2024

Nominees announcement

November 2024

Winners announcement

December 2024

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Acknowledgment and awards

Recognition and Exposure: Projects that are nominated and awarded will be granted an official project certificate. The projects will be prominently featured across multiple platforms, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, and FritsJurgens website. Additionally, nominated and winning projects will gain exposure through publication on ArchDaily, Architonic, and Designboom.

Tangible Awards and Certificates of Excellence: The makers and designers of winning projects will be presented with physical awards and official certificates of excellence.

FAQ

Answers to common questions participants and potential entrants may have about the contest's rules.

Where can I go to for help?
We are happy to assist you if you have any questions or issues with participating in the contest via +31 598 343 410 or projects@fritsjurgens.com.
How will winners and nominees be notified?
Nominees and winners will receive notifications via telephone and email regarding their nominations or victories in their respective award categories. Additionally, award recipients might be invited for an interview to showcase and discuss their outstanding projects.
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Best Pivot Door Contest

Last year winners

Learn more of the pivot door projects that have raised the bar for the current year.

FritsJurgens Best Pivot Doors 2023