The VM&RD Retail Design Awards are India’s only dedicated awards platform recognising excellence in Retail Design, Visual Merchandising, Retail Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence. Established as a leading industry recognition, the awards celebrate innovation, creativity and excellence in creating impactful retail environments, experiences and solutions.

The 18th edition features 25 award categories, recognising outstanding work by retailers, brands, designers, visual merchandisers, architects, agencies, manufacturers and solution providers across India.

The awards provide a platform to acknowledge the people, organisations and projects that are shaping the evolving retail landscape through exceptional design, innovation, execution and technology.

The winners of the VM&RD Retail Design Awards 2027 will be honoured on 13 May 2027 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, alongside IN-STORE Asia 2027.
Last Date for Nominations: 28 February 2027

Highlights

 
Entries

Over 300 submissions were received for the 16th edition.

 
Shortlisted

160 entries were selected for further consideration.

 
Winners

65 entries were honored with awards.

The VM&RD Retail Design Awards 2026 will celebrate and recognize outstanding achievements in retail design and creativity, setting new standards for innovation in the industry.