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1-Residential Planning, Design and Construction – NewGROUP
1 - Best Single-Family Home under 3,000 Sq. Ft.
Requirements
The total area of the home must be under 3,000 sq. ft.
The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors, excluding the garage and basement areas. If a finished basement is an integral part of the home and shown in the images then it should be included in the square footage calculation.
May include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, and fee simple strata.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
- Two (2) showing exterior (please, no night-time images) - Six (6) showing the interior - Two (2) of your choice - Digital Floor Plan
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
- Project Description: Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Functionality of floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting | 20.0% |
Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail | 20.0% |
Functionality of floor plan | 20.0% |
Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices | 20.0% |
2 - Best Single-Family Home between 3,000 – 4,500 Sq. Ft.
Requirements
The total area of the home must be between 3,000sq. ft. - 4,500 sq. ft.
The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors, excluding the garage and basement areas. If a finished basement is an integral part of the home and shown in the images then it should be included in the square footage calculation.
May include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, and fee simple strata.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
- Two (2) showing exterior (please, no night-time images) - Six (6) showing the interior - Two (2) of your choice - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
- Project Description: Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Functionality of floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting | 20.0% |
Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail | 20.0% |
Functionality of floor plan | 20.0% |
Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices | 20.0% |
3 - Best Single-Family Home over 4,500 Sq. Ft.
Requirements
The total area of the home must be over 4,500 sq. ft.
The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors, excluding the garage and basement areas. If a finished basement is an integral part of the home and shown in the images then it should be included in the square footage calculation.
May include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, and fee simple strata.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
- Two (2) showing exterior (please, no night-time images) - Six (6) showing the interior - Two (2) of your choice - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
- Project Description: Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Functionality of floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting | 20.0% |
Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail | 20.0% |
Functionality of floor plan | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices | 20.0% |
4 - Best Single-Family Detached Home – Production
Requirements
A production home is defined as a home that is project built/sold from model/or part of a multi-phase development. Home Plan is part of Production Builder's stock plans intended to be repeated on several home sites. The total area of the home must be under 2300 sq.ft. – Production NEW
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
- Two (2) showing exterior (please, no night-time images) - Six (6) showing the interior - Two (2) of your choice - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
- Project Description: Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Functionality of floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting | 20.0% |
Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail | 20.0% |
Functionality of floor plan | 20.0% |
Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices | 20.0% |
5 - Best Townhouse Development
Requirements
A townhouse development is defined as a ground oriented project in which each unit has a separate entrance. It may include new forms of housing such as row homes.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
Ten (10) digital images of the following:
Two(two) showing exterior (no night time images)
Six (6) showing the interior
Two (2) of your choice - Digital Floorplans
- Summary Description
- Project Description: Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Functionality of floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions
.
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting | 20.0% |
Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail | 20.0% |
Functionality of floor plan | 20.0% |
Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices | 20.0% |
6 - Best Multi-Family Low Rise Development
Requirements
A multi-family low rise development is defined as a project with a common entrance six storeys and under.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
Ten (10) digital images of the following:
Two(2) showing exterior (please no night-time images)
Six (6) showing the interior
Two (2) of your choice - Digital Floorplans
- Summary Description
- Project Description: Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Functionality of floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting | 20.0% |
Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail | 20.0% |
Functionality of floor plan | 20.0% |
Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices | 20.0% |
2-Residential Planning, Design and Construction – RenovationGROUP
7 - Best Residential Renovation under $125,000
Requirements
The total cost to the client for the renovation, including design fees and all materials, labour supplied by the client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and appliances, and excluding GST, must be under $100,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
14 images of the following: Up to four (4) "Before" and up to ten (10) "After". - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Purpose of renovation and respect of existing surroundings
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Creative and efficient use of space
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Purpose of renovation and respect of existing surroundings | 20.0% |
Creative and efficient use of space | 20.0% |
Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices | 20.0% |
8 - Best Residential Renovation $125,000 - $225,000
Requirements
The total cost to the client for the renovation, including design fees and all materials, labour supplied by the client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and appliances, and excluding GST, must be between $100,000 - $200,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
Up to four (4) "Before" and up to ten (10) "After". - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Purpose of renovation and respect of existing surroundings
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Creative and efficient use of space
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Purpose of renovation and respect of existing surroundings | 20.0% |
Creative and efficient use of space | 20.0% |
Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices | 20.0% |
9 - Best Residential Renovation $225,000 - $325,000
Requirements
The total cost to the client for the renovation, including design fees and all materials, labour supplied by the client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and appliances, and excluding GST, must be between $200,000 - $300,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
Up to four (4) "Before" and up to ten (10) "After". - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Purpose of renovation and respect of existing surroundings
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Creative and efficient use of space
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Purpose of renovation and respect of existing surroundings | 20.0% |
Creative and efficient use of space | 20.0% |
Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices | 20.0% |
10 - Best Residential Renovation $325,000 and Over
Requirements
The total cost to the client for the renovation, including design fees and all materials, labour supplied by the client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and appliances, and excluding GST, must be $300,000 and Over.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Digital images
Up to four (4) "Before" and up to ten (10) "After". - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Purpose of renovation and respect of existing surroundings
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Creative and efficient use of space
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Purpose of renovation and respect of existing surroundings | 20.0% |
Creative and efficient use of space | 20.0% |
Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details | 20.0% |
Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices | 20.0% |
3-Residential Planning, Design and Construction – KitchenGROUP
11 - Best Single Family Kitchen Renovation under $100,000
Requirements
The total cost to the client for the renovation. Kitchen value includes design fees, labour supplied by client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and all visual materials: cabinets, countertops, backsplash, flooring, lighting/plumbing fixtures and appliances, excluding GST, and must be under $75,000.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Kitchen value including all visual materials
- Digital images
8 images of your choice. Plus 2 before images. - Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total. - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction details/techniques to achieve best practices
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 25.0% |
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 25.0% |
Unique design elements | 25.0% |
Choice of materials | 25.0% |
12 - Best Single Family Kitchen Renovation over $100,000
Requirements
The total cost to the client for the renovation. Kitchen value includes design fees, labour supplied by client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and all visual materials: cabinets, countertops, backsplash, flooring, lighting/plumbing fixtures and appliances, excluding GST, and must be over $75,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Kitchen value including all visual materials
- Digital images
8 images of your choice. Plus 2 before images. - Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total. - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 25.0% |
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 25.0% |
Unique design elements | 25.0% |
Choice of materials | 25.0% |
13 - Best Single Family Kitchen – New under $100,000
Requirements
The total cost to the client. Kitchen value includes design fees, labour supplied by client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and includes all visual materials: cabinets, countertops, backsplash, flooring, lighting/plumbing fixtures and appliances, excluding GST, and must be under $50,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Kitchen value including all visual materials
- Digital images
8 images of your choice. - Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total. - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 25.0% |
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 25.0% |
Unique design elements | 25.0% |
Choice of materials | 25.0% |
14 - Best Single Family Kitchen - New over $100,000
Requirements
The total cost to the client. Kitchen value includes design fees, labour supplied by client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and includes all visual materials: cabinets, countertops, backsplash, flooring, lighting/plumbing fixtures and appliances, excluding GST, and must be over $50,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Kitchen value including all visual materials
- Digital images
8 images of your choice. - Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project.
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
(Only contacted if required.) - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total. - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 25.0% |
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 25.0% |
Unique design elements | 25.0% |
Choice of materials | 25.0% |
4-Residential Planning, Design and Construction – BathroomGROUP
15 - Best Single Family Bathroom Renovation under $30,000
Description
The total cost to the client for the renovation. Bathroom value includes design fees, labour supplied by client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and includes all visual materials: cabinets, countertops, flooring, lighting/plumbing fixtures and appliances, excluding GST, and must be under $30,000.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Bathroom value including all visual materials
- Eight (8) digital images of your choice
- Two (2) “before” images
- Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 25.0% |
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 25.0% |
Unique design elements | 25.0% |
Choice of materials | 25.0% |
16 - Best Single Family Bathroom Renovation over $30,000
Description
The total cost to the client for the renovation. Bathroom value includes design fees, labour supplied by client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and includes all visual materials: cabinets, countertops, flooring, lighting/plumbing fixtures, and appliances, excluding GST, and must be over $30,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Bathroom value including all visual materials
- Eight (8) digital images of your choice
- Two (2) “before” images
- Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 25.0% |
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 25.0% |
Unique design elements | 25.0% |
Choice of materials | 25.0% |
17 - Best Single Family Bathroom – New under $30,000
Requirements
- The total cost to the client. Bathroom value includes design fees, labour supplied by client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and includes all visual materials: cabinets, countertops, flooring, lighting/plumbing fixtures, and appliances, excluding GST, and must be under $30,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Bathroom value including all visual materials
- Eight (8) digital images of your choice
- Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 25.0% |
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 25.0% |
Unique design elements | 25.0% |
Choice of materials | 25.0% |
18 - Best Single Family Bathroom - New over $30,000
Requirements
- The total cost to the client. Bathroom value includes design fees, labour supplied by client, subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and includes all visual materials: cabinets, countertops, flooring, lighting/plumbing fixtures and appliances, excluding GST, and must be over $30,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Bathroom value including all visual materials
- Eight (8) digital images of your choice
- Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 25.0% |
Environmental / energy efficiency inclusions | 25.0% |
Unique design elements | 25.0% |
Choice of materials | 25.0% |
5-Design, Planning & Innovative AwardsGROUP
19 - Innovative Feature – New or Renovation
Requirements
- An innovative feature is characterized by the introduction of an inventive space, method or product that enhances the residential project or building process and results in a unique effect or feature. This category looks at products, designs, creative workmanship, which are seen to be unique and could be applied to other residential projects.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Eight (8) digital images of your choice
- Digital Floorplans
Floor plan(s) must include all areas of the kitchen that are included in the project description. - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Explain in detail the concept that created the inspiration for this innovative feature
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Unique design elements | 33.3% |
Choice of materials | 33.3% |
Explain in detail the concept that created the inspiration for this innovative feature | 33.3% |
20 - . Best Interior Design – Renovation
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Ten (10) digital interior images
Eight (8) images of your choice plus two (2) Befores - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Functionality of floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design features
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Describe how the design elements suit the clients
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: What lasting impression did you create within this design, by use of furniture, accessories and merchandising
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality of floor plan | 20.0% |
Unique design features | 20.0% |
Choice of materials | 20.0% |
Describe how the design elements suit the clients | 20.0% |
What lasting impression did you create within this design, by use of furniture, accessories and merchandising | 20.0% |
21 - Best Outdoor Living Space – New or Renovation
Requirements
- Focus is on the final and finished product. For renovations, “before” pictures are not required. May include multi-family, single-family, and renovations. Focus is on the elements that make a space livable.
** Swimming pools, outside cooking areas, etc. are all considered to be outdoor living spaces and should be entered in this category **
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Ten (10) Images
Ten (10) digital images of the following:
Up to four (4) “Before” Up to Six (6) “After” - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Functional and unique design features
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Selection and placement of features and materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: How climatic conditions, exposure and limitations are addressed
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Selection of materials and resources | 20.0% |
Energy and water saving considerations | 20.0% |
Construction practices employed and details if a certification program is chosen | 20.0% |
Innovation and design | 20.0% |
Sensitivity to site conditions and surrounding environments | 20.0% |
Exterior: creative and innovative use of space & detail | 33.3% |
Selection and placement of materials in the landscaping | 33.3% |
Sensitivity to environmental and climatic conditions of the area | 33.3% |
22 - Best Interior Design Custom Residence – New
Requirements
- Best Interior Design of a custom residence new
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Ten (10) digital interior images
- Three (3) collated sets of the floor plan on 8 1⁄2 x 11” PDF document
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Functionality of floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design features
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Describe how the design elements suit the clients
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: What lasting impression did you create within this design, by use of furniture, accessories and merchandising
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality of floor plan | 20.0% |
Unique design features | 20.0% |
Choice of materials | 20.0% |
Describe how the design elements suit the clients | 20.0% |
What lasting impression did you create within this design, by use of furniture, accessories and merchandising | 20.0% |
23 - Best Any Room – New or Renovation
Requirements
- Any Room can be a unique area of the home such as a foyer, hallway, bathroom, entertainment room, exercise room, etc. Cannot be a Kitchen or Master suite. The focus is on the final and finished product. For renovations, “before” pictures are not required.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Ten (10) digital images
Up to (4) "Before" Up to Six (6) "After" - Digital Floorplans
Please label as "Before" and "After" - You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Functionality floor plan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Functionality floor plan | 33.3% |
Unique design elements | 33.3% |
Choice of materials | 33.3% |
6-Special Achievement AwardsGROUP
24 - Excellence in Housing Affordability
Requirements
- This award recognizes excellence in providing affordable housing on Vancouver Island by utilizing innovative design, technique, choice of materials and by creative use of space. Homes entered into this category must have a list price that does not exceed the maximum list price for their geographic region as indicated below, which is based on the lowest 20% of absorbed single-detached and semi-detached dwellings (from CMHC data) or based on the upper limit of CMHC's First Time Home Buyer Incentive (whichever is lower). If the home or suite was constructed to be an affordable rental list rental amount.
Courtenay $515,000
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Twelve (12) digital images of your choice
- Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Choice of materials
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Explain actions taken to optimize affordability of this project- Include List Price OR Monthly Rent Amount
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Unique design elements | 33.3% |
Choice of materials | 33.3% |
• Project Description- actions taken to optimize affordability | 33.3% |
25 - Best Environmental Initiative
Requirements
- This award recognizes a company that embraces environmental, economic, and social aspects of their project and incorporates creative and innovative solutions while maintaining consideration for the environment. This award will be presented to those who recognize the impact of their project/development on its community and surrounding area and the steps taken to reduce this impact and add quality to the community. Single-family and multi-family developments may enter this category
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Twelve (12) digital images
Images that best represent your project/development and applicable technologies or strategies taken. - Digital Floorplans
- Digital PDF copy of any certifications earned
Such as Built Green®, EnerGuide, LEED and/or R-2000 Certificate or Label - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Selection of materials and resources
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Energy and water saving considerations
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Construction practices employed and details if a certification program is chosen
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Innovation and design
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Sensitivity to site conditions and surrounding environments
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Selection of materials and resources | 20.0% |
Energy and water saving considerations | 20.0% |
Construction practices employed and details if a certification program is chosen | 20.0% |
Innovation and design | 20.0% |
Sensitivity to site conditions and surrounding environments | 20.0% |
26 - FortisBC Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency in New Residential Construction
Requirements
- This award recognizes a new home / project / community that integrates strategies and technologies that contribute to the efficient use of energy to reduce overall energy consumption.
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- Up tp eight (8) digital images
Up to eight (8) digital images which will include one each of the following:
▪ The individual meter closet, if applicable
▪ High-efficiency heating and cooling system
▪ Hot-water heating system
▪ Energy Star appliances, windows, and doors (or proof of purchase)
▪ The remaining pictures should show images that best represent energy efficiency and design - Digital Floorplans
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Energy Conservation
Promotion of energy conservation by utilizing individual metering. Natural gas must be used in the home/project but may also include one or more of the following: • Hydronic heating • Electricity • Water- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: High-efficiency Appliances and Lighting
Inclusion of high-efficiency appliances to promote conservation of energy, such as: • High-efficiency water-heating system • Natural gas space heating equipment must be high efficiency or condensing technology • Electrical appliances must be highest tier Energy Star-rated • Fireplaces must have EnerChoice rating • Installation of high-efficiency lighting (hard-wired LED or CFL)- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: HVAC Considerations
Reduce HVAC energy requirements through passive design using the building elements (incl. architectural, structural, envelope and passive mechanical) to minimize energy consumption and improve thermal comfort.- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Additional Energy-Efficient Features
Entry will also be judged on general criteria such as: • Waste reduction, recycling, reuse and efficient use of materials • Water conservation, storm water protection/management and situation control • Minimize energy in construction and use, and/or use of alternative energy sources • Setting and meeting performance targets (Built Green BC, R-2000 Standard, EnerGuide Rating 80 or higher or LEED-qualified high-energy efficiency) • Sales and marketing material to promote the energy efficiency aspects of the project and the benefits to prospective purchasers.- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Design
Innovative, functional, creative and aesthetically appealing design.- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Energy Conservation | 20.0% |
High-efficiency Appliances and Lighting | 20.0% |
HVAC Considerations | 20.0% |
Additional Energy-Efficient Features | 20.0% |
Design | 20.0% |
27 - Golden Blower Door-Presented by Bernhardt Contracting
Requirements
- The Lowest ACH result measured according to the Energuide Rating system
Fields
- Project Name
- Is this Project on Vancouver Island?
- 2 digital images that best represent the project
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
Only contacted if required - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Third Party Verified Results
Upload a PDF of a verified third party results.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
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Any detached or multi-family home under 5000 sqft. | 33.3% |
Results must be conducted by an Energy Advisor | 33.3% |
Verified Third Party Results such as: -Energuide label and Homeowner info sheet -Passive House Certificate (Passive house project should recalculate results to match ERS standards) -As built BC Energy Step code form | 33.3% |
7-Grand VIBE AwardsGROUP
28 - Customer Satisfaction
Description
To be eligible for this award, you must participate in a 3rd party Homeowner Experience Survey. This is being adjudicated by Avid Rating Canada. You do not need to be a client of Avid Ratings Canada to participate but you must provide them with your customer list.
Requirements
Participants must be registered, and have closing/project lists submitted to Avid® by March 31, 2022.
Home builder participants in the CHBA VI Customer Satisfaction Awards, adjudicated by Avid Ratings Canada, are rated by the most important judges in any business — their customers – with finalists and award winners joining the ranks among the best in Canada.
Homeowner surveys will be conducted for participating builders for any homes that closed between February 1, 2020 and February 1, 2022. Participants must be registered and have closing lists submitted to Avid Ratings Canada by March 31, 2022.
The minimum number of closings for Home Builders/Renovators and custom needed to participate is three (3) during the respective closing date range. Builders that close less than 10 homes during the respective closing date range are placed in the “custom builder” category.
Production builders must enter full customer database for eligible year
The CHBA VI Customer Satisfaction Awards utilize percentile criteria to ensure that finalists and winners are both rated highly by their customers and also rank as top industry performers for customer satisfaction. In order to qualify as a finalist and award winner, a home builder must rank above the 75th percentile in Avid's Canadian Customer Satisfaction Database. The percentile criteria also helps to ensure that finalists and winners are top-performers in customer satisfaction, regardless of the number of participating builders in any one customer satisfaction category (i.e. custom builder category; production builder category for single-detached; production builder category for multi; etc.).
Participating builders are grouped as best as possible by home/product type (specific categorizations are dependent on the number of builder participants each year) to provide a more apples-to-apples comparison, acknowledging that the customer experience can be very different when comparing a high-rise builder vs. a low-rise single-detached builder, or other variations.
Fields
- Four (4) digital images of your choice
- One (1) of the images should be a high-resolution logo - Three (3) images of your choice - Customer satisfaction reference contact information
Upload a PDF containing contact information for your references. Indicate on the PDF Renovator References OR Home Builder/Custom/Production References
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
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Product satisfaction | 12.5% |
Service (customer service) satisfaction | 12.5% |
Home Features | 12.5% |
Lot and/or Property Location | 12.5% |
Sales Process | 12.5% |
Options/Decor Process | 12.5% |
Walk-Through/PDI Process | 12.5% |
Warranty Service | 12.5% |
29 - Project of the Year
Description
Projects eligible for this Grand VIBE Award must be entered in one or more of the applicable categories 1 – 7; 14,15; 18-25.
Requirements
The Grand VIBE Awards are determined as follows: This award will be determined by a review of materials (marketing statement/digital images) by the judges plus the average of points for entries in previous categories.
50% of the results will come from the average of the entries and 50% of the results will come from the entrant`s written submission (including the marketing statement if applicable).
Fields
- Project Name
- Ten (10) digital images that best represent the project
- You have permission from the builder/developer/homeowner to enter this project
- Homeowner name
- Homeowner phone number
- Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Unique design elements
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description Functionality of Floorplan
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
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Environmental/energy efficiency inclusions | 20.0% |
Unique design elements | 20.0% |
Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the home into its setting | 20.0% |
Interior: creative and innovative use of space, architectural and finishing detail | 20.0% |
Functionality of Floorplan | 20.0% |
30 - Single Family Builder of the Year
Description
Projects eligible for this Grand VIBE Award must be entered in one or more of the applicable categories 1 – 7; 14,15; 18-24
Requirements
The Grand VIBE Awards are determined as follows:
This award will be determined by a review of materials (marketing statement/digital images) by the judges plus the average of points for entries in previous categories.
50% of the results will come from the average of the entries and 50% of the results will come from the entrant`s written submission (including the marketing statement if applicable).
Fields
- Project Name
- Eight (8) digital images summarizing your entry
Images should be copies of previous entries in categories 1 – 7; 14,15; 18-24 - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Environmental responsibility and support of environmental programs
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Industry involvement of the builder and support of CHBA initiatives
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Quality of improvements for clients
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Career development within the organization including human resource development and training
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Charitable and social contributions to the community
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Innovation within the industry
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Mentoring of new professionals in the industry (can include apprenticeships)
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Environmental responsibility and support of environmental programs | 14.3% |
Industry involvement of the builder and support of CHBA initiatives | 14.3% |
Quality of improvements for clients | 14.3% |
Career development within the organization including human resource development and training | 14.3% |
Charitable and social contributions to the community | 14.3% |
Innovation within the industry | 14.3% |
Mentoring of new professionals in the industry (can include apprenticeships) | 14.3% |
31 - Multi-Family Builder of the Year
Description
Projects eligible for this Grand VIBE Award must be entered in one or more of the applicable categories 1 – 7; 14,15; 18-24.
Requirements
The Grand VIBE Awards are determined as follows:
This award will be determined by a review of materials (marketing statement/digital images) by the judges plus the average of points for entries in previous categories.
50% of the results will come from the average of the entries and 50% of the results will come from the entrant`s written submission (including the marketing statement if applicable).
Fields
- Project Name
- Eight (8) digital images summarizing your entry
Images should be copies of previous entries in categories 1 – 7; 14,15; 18-24 - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Environmental responsibility and support of environmental programs
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Industry involvement of the builder and support of CHBA initiatives
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Quality of improvements for clients
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Career development within the organization including human resource development and training
.
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Charitable and social contributions to the community
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Innovation within the industry
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Mentoring of new professionals in the industry (can include apprenticeships)
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Environmental responsibility and support of environmental programs | 14.3% |
Industry involvement of the builder and support of CHBA initiatives | 14.3% |
Quality of improvements for clients | 14.3% |
Career development within the organization including human resource development and training | 14.3% |
Charitable and social contributions to the community | 14.3% |
Innovation within the industry | 14.3% |
Mentoring of new professionals in the industry (can include apprenticeships) | 14.3% |
32 - Renovator of the Year
Description
Projects eligible for this Grand VIBE Award must be entered in one or more of the applicable categories 8 – 13; 16,17; 20-24.
Requirements
The Grand VIBE Awards are determined as follows:
This award will be determined by a review of materials (marketing statement/digital images) by the judges plus the average of points for entries in previous categories.
50% of the results will come from the average of the entries and 50% of the results will come from the entrant`s written submission (including the marketing statement if applicable).
Fields
- Project Name
- Eight (8) digital images summarizing your entry
Images should be copies of previous entries in categories 8-13; 16,17; 20-24 - Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Environmental responsibility and support of environmental programs
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Industry involvement of the builder and support of CHBA initiatives
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Quality of improvements for clients
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Career development within the organization including human resource development and training
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Charitable and social contributions to the community
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Innovation within the industry
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Mentoring of new professionals in the industry (can include apprenticeships)
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Environmental responsibility and support of environmental programs | 14.3% |
Industry involvement of the builder and support of CHBA initiatives | 14.3% |
Quality of improvements for clients | 14.3% |
Career development within the organization including human resource development and training | 14.3% |
Charitable and social contributions to the community | 14.3% |
Innovation within the industry | 14.3% |
Mentoring of new professionals in the industry (can include apprenticeships) | 14.3% |
33 - Residential Community of the Year
Description
Projects eligible for this Grand VIBE Award must be entered in one or more of the applicable categories 1 – 7; 14,15; 18-24.
Requirements
The Grand VIBE Awards are determined as follows:
This award will be determined by a review of materials (marketing statement/digital images) by the judges plus the average of points for entries in previous categories.
50% of the results will come from the average of the entries and 50% of the results will come from the entrant`s written submission (including the marketing statement if applicable). Projects eligible for this category must have completed at least the first phase of the project or, in the case of a single-family development, at least 20% of the units. High Rise buildings must be built (occupied).
Fields
- Project Name
- Eight (8) digital images summarizing your entry
Images should be copies of previous entries in categories 1-7; 14; 15; 18-24 - Digital Floorplans
- Summary Description
2-3 bullet points, maximum 50 words total - Project Description: Overall livability
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Success in creating community
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
- Project Description: Consistency with overall area vision for smart growth
- Bullet form is recommended.
- The text you submit must specifically state how it meets the category criteria.
- Project descriptions will be read out loud while the judges are viewing the digital images and all other entry requirements. It is recommended that where possible your text should match your digital submission.
Criteria
Criterion | Weight |
---|---|
Overall livability | 33.3% |
Success in creating community | 33.3% |
Consistency with overall area vision for smart growth | 33.3% |