Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 International Achievement Awards (IAA). These winners represent the best in specialty fabrics and technical textiles from around the world and showcase the innovation and excellence driving this dynamic industry.
IAA shines a spotlight on the extraordinary versatility of specialty fabrics, which are integral to thousands of products and applications across diverse sectors in the ever-expanding global textiles market.
This year, 56 winners were chosen from 119 entrant projects across 46 categories. Winners were handpicked for their complexity, design, workmanship, uniqueness, and function. The judging panel included industry experts, editors, architects, educators, and design professionals.
Below are just a few of the Award of Excellence winners! Explore all the entries and read detailed project descriptions online.
See the full list of winners, click here.



