International Real Estate & Hospitaliy Magazine Awards

1st Edition, UK 2026

About IRHM Awards

The International Real Estate and Hospitality Awards is a prestigious programme that celebrates achievements and leadership across the two sectors. Hosted by IRH Publications Ltd, this programme brings businesses, pioneers and leaders from the two fast growing and powerful sectors of Real Estate and Hospitality. These awards recognise outstanding contributions to design, innovation, sustainability, development, and service excellence amongst other significant areas in the industry. 

In addition to celebrating achievements, the International Real Estate and Hospitality Awards also seek to highlight exemplary work in these evolving sectors, making excellence the standard. The awards also offer encouragement in a competitive industry, paving the way for constant growth and innovation. 

The International Real Estate and Hospitality Awards have a diverse portfolio of categories under which businesses are recognised for their work in these industries. The award categories include Real Estate Awards, Leadership Awards, Architecture and Design Awards, PropTech Awards, Hospitality Awards, Construction and Infrastructure Awards, ESG and Innovation Awards, and Project Awards. 

The awards ceremony presents a valuable networking event for participants, allowing them to enhance their visibility and impact in the industry. Participating companies also benefit from a wide range of exposure opportunities, including premium print and digital features, dedicated editorial coverage, website and newsletter visibility and tailored media campaigns that reach industry stakeholders and decision-makers worldwide.

Award Categories

The International Real Estate and Hospitality Awards recognise companies and industry pioneers within a diverse and wide-ranging portfolio of award categories.

No, submitting a nomination is completely free – there are no fees to enter.

Each company, organisation may submit up to three (3) nominations across different award categories.

Nominations must be submitted within the official entry deadline. Late submissions will not be considered.

All information must be accurate, verifiable, and submitted in English.

The awards are open to:

  • Real estate, hospitality, construction, infrastructure, and PropTech firms
  • ESG and innovation-driven businesses
  • Leadership professionals

Eligible nominations include projects, platforms, initiatives, or leadership achievements that have been launched, completed or significantly active within the last 24 months.

Yes, companies and individuals must comply with ethical business practices and industry standards.

Nominations are accepted across:

  • Project Awards
  • Business Awards
  • Leadership Awards
  • Technology & PropTech Awards
  • ESG & Innovation Awards
  • Sustainability Awards

Each nomination must include:

  • Company profile
  • Detailed write-up of 500+ words, highlighting:
    • Achievements (awards, recognitions, milestones)
    • Growth (revenue, market expansion, team/client growth)
    • Innovation (new products, projects, services, processes, technology)
    • Projects (key initiatives, flagship projects, case studies)
    • Impact (social, environmental or economic)
    • Future Vision (plans, strategy, roadmap)
    • Client or Market Differentiation (what sets you apart)
    • Leadership & Team Contributions
    • Challenges & Solutions
    • Sustainability & ESG Practices (if applicable)

Entries are reviewed by an independent panel of industry experts, internal evaluation team. The process of evaluation takes 3-4 weeks. Judging criteria include:

  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Impact & Results
  • Sustainability & ESG Compliance
  • Financial Performance & Growth Metrics
  • Scalability & Future-Readiness
  • Excellence in Execution
  • Leadership & Vision
  • Market Differentiation & Competitive Advantage
  • Customer / Stakeholder Engagement
  • Community & Social Impact
  • Customer / Client Experience & Satisfaction
  • Market Leadership & Brand Reputation
  • Safety & Compliance Standards
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Digital Transformation & Tech Adoption

Yes, the judging process is confidential and impartial.

Yes, while nominations are free, companies may invest in optional media and visibility packages, which include:

  • Dedicated press features and interviews
  • Global coverage through media partners
  • Digital and print exposure in post-awards publications
  • Winners will be announced on the IRHM website 3 to 4 weeks after the completion of evaluations.
  • Free inclusion in the official winners list: All winners will be featured in a dedicated section on the IRHM website and in the post-awards publication.
  • Optional media and visibility packages are available for winners. These packages include:
    • Felicitation at the awards ceremony
    • Press features and interviews
    • Extended global exposure to enhance brand recognition and reach
    • A trophy and certificate of recognition
    • Digital Award Assets for use in marketing and communications

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