Best Outdoor Living Space – New or Renovation

VIBE Awards 2023 | CHBA Vancouver Island

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%