2026 Anna Hernandez / Luna Textiles Award
The Anna Hernandez/Luna Textiles Award celebrates the professional achievements of Anna Hernandez, founder of Luna Textiles, through establishing and presenting an annual prize for women entrepreneurs and industry leaders in the commercial interior design field.
Anna Hernandez was a leader in the textile industry, a creative force, entrepreneur, and champion for the interior design industry, establishing herself and Luna Textiles as award-winning industry leaders. The fund was established in 2016 by Anna's family, Luna Textiles, and in partnership with IIDA to recognize the legacy of Anna Hernandez, and the award serves to honor her spirit and achievements by recognizing women entrepreneurs in commercial interior design.
For questions on this award, email foundation@iida.org.
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Open Date | Tuesday, January 13, 2026 |
| Close Date | Friday, March 13, 2026 |
Submission Details:
Written Component
- Statement describing the purpose and mission of your firm or business (max 200 words)
- Statement of your involvement with, and contributions to the commercial interior design profession (max 200 words)
- Statement describing how you would utilize the monetary award to support your business (max 200 words)
Video Component
- A brief 3-5 minute video in which you, in your own words, describe your firm and your approach to success.
- Please include a description of the progress and growth of your firm since inception, your experience as an entrepreneur in the design industry, and details on how you approach mentoring aspiring designers and emerging professionals.
Letters of Recommendation
Two (2) separate letters of recommendation in PDF file format and saved individually must be included. We suggest that each of these letters represent a different peer or voice from your time in the industry. These could be previous employers, past business associates, current peers, a vendor or company you’ve worked closely with, educators, or mentors.
Website or Portfolio
Please include a link to your company’s website or a link to your online portfolio.