Rules

Holiday 3D Modeling Challenge on 3dsky

We’re closing the year the way we like it — with a community challenge. This time the theme is Holiday Entrance Design. You’ll have five weeks to work on the project, and the total prize pool is $3500.

Below you’ll find everything you need to participate: rules, reference materials, evaluation criteria, deadlines, and submission details.

Your task

Create a 3D model of an entrance area decorated for the winter holidays.

What counts as an entrance?

An entrance ensemble is a group of architectural and functional elements forming an organized entrance to a building (residential, public, commercial, etc.).It acts as a transition zone between the exterior and the interior, ensuring comfort, safety, and visual integrity of the façade.

To make it easier, we’ve collected the reference folder. And below we’ll also place a few sample visuals for quick inspiration.

You may include:

  • decorative figures or objects
  • lighting elements or illuminated accents
  • any additional festive decor that supports the concept

Prize fund

The total prize pool is $3,500:

  • $1,600 — 1st place (selected by the 3dsky moderation team)
  • $1,000 — 2nd place (selected by the 3dsky moderation team)
  • $600 — 3rd place (selected by the 3dsky moderation team)
  • $300 — Community choice award (public voting)

How to submit your entry

  • Upload your model through the standard upload form
  • Include “For contest” in the title
  • Multiple submissions are allowed

Include:

  • at least three preview images
  • one mesh preview

If you have the PERFECTIONIST badge: upload the model in the “Facade Element” category and send the link to support with the note “For contest.”

Evaluation ัriteria

Submissions will be evaluated based on:

  • originality and concept quality
  • technical execution
  • overall composition and consistency of the holiday theme

Timeline

  • Submission period: November 24 — December 30
  • Deadline: December 30, 23:59 (UTC+3)
  • Winners announced: January 10

We wish you creativity, confidence in your concept, and enjoyment in the process. We’ll announce the results in the new year — see you there.