Categories

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 1, 2, and 3)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Functionality of layout
• Unique design features and elements
• Choice of materials
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 1, 2, and 3)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form
• Project Value of Kitchen Design

Criteria

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 1 & 2)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Functionality of layout
• Unique design features and elements
• Choice of materials
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 1 & 2)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form
• Project Value of Kitchen Design

Criteria

Requirements

Criteria (Category 3)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Functionality of layout
• Unique design features and elements
• Choice of materials
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Category 3)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Requirements

Requirements (Category 4 & 5)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Requirements

Criteria (Category 4 - 5)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Appeal of design philosophy to target market
• Functional and unique design features
• Choice of materials, colours and fabrics
• Lasting impression with design, furniture, accessories and merchandising
• Describe how the design elements suite the client’s lifestyle

Requirements (Category 4 - 5)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Requirements

Criteria (Category 6 - 7)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Appeal of design philosophy to target market
• Architectural detail
• Functional and unique design features
• Choice of materials, colours and fabrics
• Lasting impression with design, furniture, accessories and merchandising
• Describe how the design elements suite the client’s lifestyle

Requirements (Category 6 - 7)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images (4 before / 10 after) that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Requirements

Criteria (Category 6 - 7)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Appeal of design philosophy to target market
• Architectural detail
• Functional and unique design features
• Choice of materials, colours and fabrics
• Lasting impression with design, furniture, accessories and merchandising
• Describe how the design elements suite the client’s lifestyle

Requirements (Category 6 - 7)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images (4 before / 10 after) that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Description

The focus is on the finished product. For renovations, “before” pictures are not required. May include multi-family, single-family, and renovations.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 8)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Functional and unique design features
• Selection and placement of materials
• Addresses the climatic conditions, exposure and limitation
• Success of landscaping as a compliment to the home/development

Requirements (Category 8)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Description

Can be any room in a home. Must include before and after pictures even if it is a new build.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 9 - 10)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Functionality of layout
• Unique design features and elements
• Choice and implementation of materials, artwork, and furnishings
• Esthetically pleasing

Requirements (Category 9 - 10)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Description

Can be any room in a home. Must include before and after pictures even if it is a new build.

Requirements

• Criteria (Category 9 - 10)
  

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Functionality of layout
• Unique design features and elements
• Choice and implementation of materials, artwork, and furnishings
• Esthetically pleasing

Requirements (Category 9 - 10)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Description

Innovative feature is characterized by the introduction of an inventive feature, space, method, element or product that enhances the residential project or building process and results in a unique effect or feature. This category looks at features, which are seen to be unique and could be applied to other residential projects.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 11)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Explain in detail the concept that created the inspiration for this innovative feature
• Unique design elements, functionality and purpose
• Choice of material

Requirements (Category 11)

• Must be Code Compliant
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form
• Project Value of Innovative Feature

Criteria

Description

This award recognizes member projects in the conceptual design and planning stage. All projects must be commissioned by a client with the intention to build the submitted proposal. Entries should be scheduled for construction or under construction but not substantially complete. All residential building types are eligible. Square footage is based on living space. Only renderings and technical drawings are accepted for this award (no photos).

Requirements

Criteria (Category 12 and 13)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: Architectural detailing & features, curb appeal, choice/use of materials

• Interior: Creative use of space, unique building design features

• Overall: Functionality of floor plan and overall use of space in overall building design,

• Environmental considerations, techniques and technologies used to achieve high performance objectives.

Requirements (Category 12 and 13)

• Completed online entry

• 12 digital images that best represent the project -> no photographs

• Technical Drawings including site plan, floor plans, sections, elevations and/or model views

• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Description

This award recognizes member projects in the conceptual design and planning stage. All projects must be commissioned by a client with the intention to build the submitted proposal. Entries should be scheduled for construction or under construction but not substantially complete. All residential building types are eligible. Square footage is based on living space. Only renderings and technical drawings are accepted for this award (no photos).

Requirements

Criteria (Category 12 and 13)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: Architectural detailing & features, curb appeal, choice/use of materials

• Interior: Creative use of space, unique building design features

• Overall: Functionality of floor plan and overall use of space in overall building design,

• Environmental considerations, techniques and technologies used to achieve high performance objectives.

Requirements (Category 12 and 13)

• Completed online entry

• 12 digital images that best represent the project -> no photographs

• Technical Drawings including site plan, floor plans, sections, elevations and/or model views

• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Description

This category is inclusive of all marketing campaigns for example; all print media, logo designs, website design, etc.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 14)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Rationale behind project name and identity
• Synergy of identity with key project features
• Overall graphic design
• Execution and consistency across promotional elements
• Appeal to target market and market acceptance
• Results of Campaign

Requirements (Category 14)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• If print media is being entered, provide a mounted sample

Criteria

Description

Show home must be open a minimum of three (3) days a week either to the public or by appointment with proper signage.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 15 - 16)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Functional and unique design features
• Concept, creativity and ability to characterize lifestyle to the target market
• Impact of furniture and accessories
• Signage and landscaping

Requirements (Categories 15 - 16)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

Show home must be open a minimum of three (3) days a week either to the public or by appointment with proper signage.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 15 - 16)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Functional and unique design features
• Concept, creativity and ability to characterize lifestyle to the target market
• Impact of furniture and accessories
• Signage and landscaping

Requirements (Categories 15 - 16)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

This award recognizes a member who embraces environmental, economic and social aspects of their project and incorporates creative and innovative solutions, while maintain a consideration for the environment. This award will be presented to a member who recognizes the impact of their project/development on its surrounding area and have taken steps to reduce this impact and add quality to the community.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 17 - 18)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Sensitivity to site conditions and surrounding environments
• Selection of materials and resources
• Energy and water saving considerations
• Construction practices and details of certification program chosen
• Innovation and design

Requirements (Categories 17 - 18)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Any certificates earned (Energy Star®, EnerGuide, Built Green®, LEED and/or R-2000 Certificate or Label)
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form

Criteria

Description

This award recognizes a member who has constructed a certified home with Energy Star®, Built Green®, R-2000 and/or Net Zero program(s) in a custom-built project.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 17 - 18)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Sensitivity to site conditions and surrounding environments
• Selection of materials and resources
• Energy and water saving considerations
• Construction practices and details of certification program chosen
• Innovation and design

Requirements (Categories 17 - 18)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Any certificates earned (Energy Star®, EnerGuide, Built Green®, LEED and/or R-2000 Certificate or Label)
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form

Criteria

Description

This award recognizes a member whom embraces leadership in fostering cooperation between public and private sectors in addressing housing issues.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 19)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Leadership in fostering cooperation between public and private sectors in addressing housing issues
• Initiatives taken that promote working relationships between industry members and any level of government or educational facility
• Reduction or streamlining of regulatory processes
• Action plan or strategies taken to improving housing stock
• Initiatives that address growth management and promote higher density housing, Energy Star®, Built Green®, R-2000 or Net Zero housing techniques

Requirements (Category 19)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Entry may include a letter of support from the Local Home Builders’ Association or comparable industry association
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Description

A project that does not already fit under the categories and can include lodges/hotels/resorts/offices/commercial or buildings with unique design elements.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 20)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Efforts to create a unique, innovative design
• Integration of project into its setting
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations
• Economic and site restraints

Requirements (Category 20)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner and/or Builder Permission Form

Criteria

Description

This award recognizes a member whom embraces leadership in energy efficiency and high performance in the renovation sector. Projects must be qualified under a certified labelling program. E.g. Single-family homes with a ‘Before & After' EnerGuide Rating as conducted by a Certified Energy Advisor.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 21)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Overall impact on homeowners’ living environment, comfort, and health
• Percent-better performance as measured during the before and after process
• Sensitivity to site conditions and surrounding environments
• Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health)
• Selection of materials and systems to minimize the home’s energy consumption to meet the certified labelling program’s requirements

Requirements (Categories 21 – 24)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
  • Up to four (4) “Before”
  • Up to ten (10) “After”
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Renovator Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet
• For Category 20 only: EnerGuide or comparable labelling program documentation of before and after performance.

Criteria

Description

The total cost to the client for the renovation, including design fees and all materials, labour supplied by the client and/or subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and appliances, and excluding GST, must be less than $250K.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 22 – 24)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Purpose of renovation and construction challenges
• Creative and efficient use of space
• Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details
• Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 21 – 24)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
  • Up to four (4) “Before”
  • Up to ten (10) “After”
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Renovator Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The total cost to the client for the renovation, including design fees and all materials, labour supplied by the client and/or subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and appliances, and excluding GST, must be between $500K and $1M

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 22 – 24)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Purpose of renovation and construction challenges
• Creative and efficient use of space
• Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details
• Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 21 – 24)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
  • Up to four (4) “Before”
  • Up to ten (10) “After”
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Renovator Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The total cost to the client for the renovation, including design fees and all materials, labour supplied by the client and/or subcontractors, professional/municipal fees and appliances, and excluding GST, must be over $1M

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 22 – 24)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Purpose of renovation and construction challenges
• Creative and efficient use of space
• Compatibility of existing and/or new materials as well as finishing details
• Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 21 – 24)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
  • Up to four (4) “Before”
  • Up to ten (10) “After”
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Renovator Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

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 $125K.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 25 – 26)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Purpose of renovation and construction challenges
• Efficient use of space
• Creativity and finishing details
• Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 25 - 26)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
  • Up to four (4) “Before”
  • Up to ten (10) “After”
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Renovator Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

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 over $125K

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 25 – 26)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Purpose of renovation and construction challenges
• Efficient use of space
• Creativity and finishing details
• Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 25 - 26)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
  • Up to four (4) “Before”
  • Up to ten (10) “After”
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Renovator Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

Entry will be judged on the following criteria: • Purpose of renovation and construction challenges • Efficient use of space • Creativity and finishing details • Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health) • Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements

• Criteria (Category 27 - 28)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Purpose of renovation and construction challenges
• Efficient use of space
• Creativity and finishing details
• Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Category 27 - 28)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
  • Up to four (4) “Before”
  • Up to ten (10) “After”
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Renovator Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

Entry will be judged on the following criteria: • Purpose of renovation and construction challenges • Efficient use of space • Creativity and finishing details • Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health) • Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements

Criteria (Category 27 - 28)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Purpose of renovation and construction challenges
• Efficient use of space
• Creativity and finishing details
• Environmental considerations (energy efficiency, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Category 27 - 28)

• Completed online entry
• 14 digital images that best represent the project
  • Up to four (4) “Before”
  • Up to ten (10) “After”
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Renovator Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors but excludes the garage and unfinished basement areas. Categories 29 – 36 may include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and fee simple strata.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 29)

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices
• Home must have a maximum of 1,500 square feet of finished living space.
• Innovation: Value for money, creative thinking to meet client needs

Requirements (Categories 29 – 36 inclusive)

• Have a BC Housing Licence currently in Good Standing
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Two (2) showing exterior
  • Eight (6) showing interior
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Builder Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet (Except for Category 29)

Criteria

Description

The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors but excludes the garage and unfinished basement areas. Categories 29 – 36 may include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and fee simple strata.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 30 – 36)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 29 – 36 inclusive)

• Have a BC Housing Licence currently in Good Standing
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Two (2) showing exterior
  • Eight (6) showing interior
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Builder Permission Form

Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors but excludes the garage and unfinished basement areas. Categories 29 – 36 may include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and fee simple strata.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 30 – 36)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 29 – 36 inclusive)

• Have a BC Housing Licence currently in Good Standing
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Two (2) showing exterior
  • Eight (6) showing interior
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Builder Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors but excludes the garage and unfinished basement areas. Categories 29 – 36 may include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and fee simple strata.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 30 – 36)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 29 – 36 inclusive)

• Have a BC Housing Licence currently in Good Standing
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Two (2) showing exterior
  • Eight (6) showing interior
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Builder Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors but excludes the garage and unfinished basement areas. Categories 29 – 36 may include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and fee simple strata.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 30 – 36)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 29 – 36 inclusive)

• Have a BC Housing Licence currently in Good Standing
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Two (2) showing exterior
  • Eight (6) showing interior
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Builder Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors but excludes the garage and unfinished basement areas. Categories 29 – 36 may include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and fee simple strata.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 30 – 36)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 29 – 36 inclusive)

• Have a BC Housing Licence currently in Good Standing
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Two (2) showing exterior
  • Eight (6) showing interior
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Builder Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors but excludes the garage and unfinished basement areas. Categories 29 – 36 may include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and fee simple strata.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 30 – 36)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 29 – 36 inclusive)

• Have a BC Housing Licence currently in Good Standing
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Two (2) showing exterior
  • Eight (6) showing interior
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Builder Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

The square footage of the home includes the main and upper floors but excludes the garage and unfinished basement areas. Categories 29 – 36 may include new forms of housing such as laneway homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes and fee simple strata.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 30 – 36)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 29 – 36 inclusive)

• Have a BC Housing Licence currently in Good Standing
• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Two (2) showing exterior
  • Eight (6) showing interior
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Homeowner Permission Form
• Completed Builder Permission Form
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

Project 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. Rental projects are also eligible.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 37 – 40 inclusive)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, unique attributes including amenities, green space etc., curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 37 – 40 inclusive)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Four (4) showing development setting, architectural character, entrance to project, etc.
  • Four (4) showing principal living areas
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

A multi-family low-rise development is defined as a project with a common entrance servicing all units. A low-rise building is less than or equal to 5 stories in height. Rental projects are also eligible

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 37 – 40 inclusive)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, unique attributes including amenities, green space etc., curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 37 – 40 inclusive)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Four (4) showing development setting, architectural character, entrance to project, etc.
  • Four (4) showing principal living areas
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

A multi-family mid-rise development is defined as a project with a common entrance servicing all units. A mid-rise building is between 6 and 10 stories in height. Rental projects are also eligible.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 37 – 40 inclusive)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, unique attributes including amenities, green space etc., curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 37 – 40 inclusive)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Four (4) showing development setting, architectural character, entrance to project, etc.
  • Four (4) showing principal living areas
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

A multi-family high-rise development is defined as a project with a common entrance servicing all units. A high-rise building is considered 10 stories in height and over. Rental projects are also eligible.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 37 – 40 inclusive)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, unique attributes including amenities, green space etc., curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 37 – 40 inclusive)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Four (4) showing development setting, architectural character, entrance to project, etc.
  • Four (4) showing principal living areas
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

Any type of development which is added to an existing developed property, or on a vacant property in an otherwise developed area.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 40 & 41)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, unique attributes including amenities, green space etc., curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
• Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices

Requirements (Categories 40 & 41)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the project
  • Four (4) showing development setting, architectural character, entrance to project, etc.
  • Four (4) showing principal living areas
  • Four (4) of your choice
• Floor and/or site plan
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

Entrants must enter a minimum of two (2) categories in the following: 1 – 11, 15 - 16, and 21 – 41 to be eligible for this Grand Award. This award will be determined by the minimum of two (2) categories entered and the materials submitted.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 42)

The following will be judged in addition to the above criteria:

• Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal, and integration of the project into its setting
• Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
• Functionality of floor plan
• Unique design features and elements
• Environmental considerations including energy efficiency

Requirements (Category 42)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the entrant
• Completed Budget Sheet

Criteria

Description

Entrants in this category must be entered in at least two (2) categories as a lead or project partner, but are not required to enter in the awards directly. This award will be determined by a panel of judges based on the submission criteria below.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 43)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria, with a maximum of 300 words.:

• Environmental responsibility and leadership in residential construction (Step Code, Carbon, Efficient Material Usage)
• Industry involvement of the Supplier and support of the CHBA-CO initiatives (Events and Committees, CHBA or Otherwise within industry)
• Career development within the organization (Education & Training) and mentoring of staff and new professionals
• Charitable and social contributions to the community
• Innovation within the industry

Requirements (Category 43)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the entrant

Criteria

Description

Entrants in this category must be entered in at least two (2) categories as a lead or project partner, but are not required to enter in the awards directly. This award will be determined by a panel of judges based on the submission criteria below.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 44)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria, with a maximum of 300 words.:

• Environmental responsibility and leadership is residential construction (Step Code, Carbon, Efficient Material Usage)
• Industry involvement of the Trade and support of the CHBA-CO initiatives (Events and Committees, CHBA or Otherwise within industry)
• Career development within the organization (Education & Training) and mentoring of staff and new professionals
• Charitable and social contributions to the community
• Innovation within the industry

Requirements (Category 44)

• Completed online entry

12 digital images that best represent the entrant

Criteria

Description

All CHBA-CO designer members who submit for awards in at least two (2) categories in the following: 1-13, 21-29, and are in good standing are eligible for this award. In addition to the awards submissions, designers will need to submit a written entry based on the criteria below.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 45)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria, with a maximum of 300 words.:

• Environmental responsibility and leadership is residential construction (Step Code, Carbon, Efficient Material Usage)
• Industry involvement of the Designer and support of the CHBA-CO initiatives (Events and Committees, CHBA or Otherwise within industry)
• Career development within the organization (Education & Training) and mentoring of staff and new professionals
• Charitable and social contributions to the community
• Innovation within the industry

Requirements (Category 45)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the entrant

Criteria

Description

Entrants must enter a minimum of two (2) categories in the following: 3 – 11, and 21 – 28 to be eligible for this Grand Award. This award will be determined by the minimum of two (2) categories entered and the materials submitted.

Requirements

Requirements (Category 46)

The following will be judged:

• Environmental responsibility and support of CHBA’s environmental programs
• Industry involvement of the renovator and support of the CHBA-CO initiatives
• Career development within the organization (Education & Training) including human resource development and training
• Charitable and social contributions to the community
• Innovation within the industry
• Mentoring of new professionals in the industry

Requirements (Category 46)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the entrant

Criteria

Description

Entrants must enter a minimum of two (2) categories in the following: 14 – 20, and 37 – 41 to be eligible for this Grand Award. This award will be determined by the minimum of two (2) categories entered and the materials submitted.

Requirements

• Criteria (Category 47)

The following will be judged in addition to the above criteria:

• Environmental responsibility and support of CHBA’s environmental programs
• Industry involvement of the developer and support of the CHBA-CO initiatives
• Career development within the organization (Education & Training) including human resource development and training
• Charitable and social contributions to the community
• Innovation within the industry
• Mentoring of new professionals in the industry

Requirements (Category 47)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the entrant

Criteria

Description

Entrants must enter a minimum of two (2) categories in the following: 1 – 13, 15 – 20, and 29 – 41 to be eligible for this Grand Award. This award will be determined by the minimum of two (2) categories entered and the materials submitted.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 48 & 49)

The following will be judged in addition to the above criteria:

• Environmental responsibility and support of CHBA’s environmental programs
• Industry involvement of the builder and support of the CHBA-CO initiatives
• Career development within the organization (Education & Training) including human resource development and training
• Charitable and social contributions to the community
• Innovation within the industry
• Mentoring of new professionals in the industry

Requirements (Categories 48 & 49)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the entrant

Criteria

Description

Entrants must enter a minimum of two (2) categories in the following: 1 – 13, 15 – 20, and 29 – 41 to be eligible for this Grand Award. This award will be determined by the minimum of two (2) categories entered and the materials submitted.

Requirements

Criteria (Categories 48 & 49)

The following will be judged in addition to the above criteria:

• Environmental responsibility and support of CHBA’s environmental programs
• Industry involvement of the builder and support of the CHBA-CO initiatives
• Career development within the organization (Education & Training) including human resource development and training
• Charitable and social contributions to the community
• Innovation within the industry
• Mentoring of new professionals in the industry

Requirements (Categories 48 & 49)

• Completed online entry
• 12 digital images that best represent the entrant

Criteria

Description

This award recognizes an individual who has dedicated their career to the residential construction industry. The individual should not only produce a high quality product, but also invest in their internal teams, collaborate with their trades and subcontractors, and contribute to not only strengthening the residential construction sector, but the CHBA-CO. The Lifetime Achievement Award is open to nominations from any CHBA-CO member and the community at large. The winning recipient is selected by the CHBA-CO Board of Directors.

Requirements

This award is by nomination only and is free to enter. 

The Lifetime Achievement Award is designed to recognize someone who has dedicated their career to advancing the goals of the residential construction industry within the Okanagan. Consideration should be given to: advancing priorities related to residential construction, mentoring and leading the next generation of workers within the industry, time spent giving back to the community both within and beyond residential construction. 

The Lifetime Achievement Award can be publicly nominated by any CHBA-CO member in good standing. The recipient is selected at the discretion of the CHBA-CO Board of Directors