Chihiros First Aquascaping Contest 2024-2025

[Administrator]

We are thrilled to host our inaugural aquascaping contest IADC - International Aquatic Design Contest!
More details coming soon. Stay tuned!

IADC 2024 Judges

IADC entrances have been opened！
Update to the latest app version My Chihiros, or scan the QR code on the poster to register. You can enter the IADC through Tank page, Ideas page or Settings page. Any questions can contact us or local volunteer stores.

 

[Duante]

Hi Chihiros Fam, Ijust want to make sure what is tthe grand price? 6.4K or 13K

 

[Administrator]

Hi Chihiros Fam, Ijust want to make sure what is tthe grand price? 6.4K or 13K

Grand price 6,400usd

 

[Dr Kaushik Bose]

Where is the link to participate?

 

[Administrator]

Where is the link to participate?

Scan the bottom right code to download the app My Chihiros.

 

[Fabio Prata]

When are the results going to be announced? The link disappeared from the App…

 

[Administrator]

When are the results going to be announced? The link disappeared from the App…

My Chihiros app-Settings tab-My IADC-IADC2024 Results.
Result Announcement: Mar. 1st, 2025(GMT+8)

 

[Administrator]

IADC 2024 Results Announcement

We initially received 1,952 entries, but after careful review, 1,171 entries met the contest requirements and were officially judged.
The results for the IADC International Aquatic Design Contest are finally here!

Grand Prize – 1 Winner
- World Ranking 1
Acho Choky
Borneo Life
Gold Prize – 1 Winner
- World Ranking 2
Dong Jin Shin
Meteor
Silver Prize – 2 Winners
- World Ranking 3
Ismael Aguilar Soria
Rolling River
- World Ranking 4
Danang Cahyo Nugroho
Hideout
Bronze Prize – 3 Winners
- World Ranking 5
Acho Choky
Space Dimension
- World Ranking 6
Jirka Pova
Spring happines
- World Ranking 7
Rahul Mukherjee
Cascade

Additionally, 20 Honor Prize winners and 73 Winning Works will be showcased in the My Chihiros app under Ideas > IADC.

How to Check Your Results
- Participants can view their results in My Chihiros app> Settings > My IADC > My IADC 2024 Results.
- The World Rankings can also be accessed there.
- The ranking feature will be available after tomorrow’s app update—stay tuned for the official announcement!

Special note: While we originally had 10 judges, due to unforeseen circumstances, only 9 judges were able to complete the evaluations.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the results, feel free to DM us!
Final rankings and prizes will be confirmed and shipped in mid-March.

We sincerely thank all participants for their incredible aquascaping creations. Your talent and dedication made this contest truly remarkable! A special appreciation goes to our judges for their hard work and commitment in evaluating each entry.

Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone who participated!

 

[Administrator]

 

[Herbieblank]

hello and good morning admin from Thailand, do you have any place to watch the nominated tanks ?

 

[Herbieblank]

Where can I find please the requirements for the IDAC contest, Tanksize , Theme etc., I searched the net but was not successful

 

[Herbieblank]

Apart from the allowed Tanksizes, I found all information on the App

 

[Administrator]

Apart from the allowed Tanksizes, I found all information on the App

Update to app version 2.7.54, you can see your world rankings in Settings > My IADC > My IADC 2024 Results, and you can see the top 100 world rankings in Ideas > IADC.

 

[Herbieblank]

thank you, what tank sizes are allowed please

 

[Administrator]

thank you, what tank sizes are allowed please

SUBJECT
Freshwater aquarium
Terrarium and marine aquarium are not applicable.
For open-type aquarium, only submerged part will be graded.

 

[Herbieblank]

Ok but what size is allowed 30 p 60 p or ?
any limitations on the aquarium size ?

 

[Administrator]

Ok but what size is allowed 30 p 60 p or ?
any limitations on the aquarium size ?

No limit.

 

[Herbieblank]

Thank you and have a good day

 

[Administrator]

Top 100 Winners of IADC

We are excited to share a video showcasing the Top 100 award-winning works from the IADC International Aquatic Design Contest! These breathtaking aquascapes highlight the incredible creativity and craftsmanship of aquascapers from around the world.

If you have any concerns regarding the originality, shooting time, or other details of the works, please feel free to DM us.

This video will remain available for a limited time, and the final world rankings will be announced in mid-March. Stay tuned!