Categories
Guelph & District Home Builders' Association is proud to recognize the highest levels of achievement in the residential development and construction industry. GDHBA members are among the most creative builders, renovators, designers, marketers, suppliers and salespeople in the region!
Architectural DesignGROUP
Most Outstanding Attached Mid-High Rise Home
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall interior appeal | 20.0% |
| Overall exterior appeal | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Most Outstanding Attached Multi-Unit Home
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall interior appeal | 20.0% |
| Overall exterior appeal | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Most Outstanding Production Home Design (under 40' lot)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall interior appeal | 20.0% |
| Overall exterior appeal | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Most Outstanding Production Home Design (over 40' lot)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall interior appeal | 20.0% |
| Overall exterior appeal | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Most Outstanding Custom Home Design
Requirements
Any new home which is a one-off design, or estate home, which can include new build or extensive renovation located in a new subdivision or infill in an existing community.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall interior appeal | 20.0% |
| Overall exterior appeal | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Most Outstanding Home Renovation
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall interior appeal | 20.0% |
| Overall exterior appeal | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Association AwardsGROUP
Executive Officer's Award
Requirements
This award is judged on by the Executive Officer based on volunteerism, community involvement, leadership, sponsorship of events, and commitment to the Association.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Voting by Executive Officer | 100.0% |
Past President Award
Requirements
This award will be given to the immediate Past President for his or her dedication and service as a volunteer Chair for the immediate past term. This award is given out at the President's Ball in the following year.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Requirements
This award is given out only if warranted. Nominations are brought forward at the Board level and considered.
Company Image and AdvertisingGROUP
Best Website
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Initial Impact and Originality | 40.0% |
| Consistency of messaging and branding | 30.0% |
| Creative use of different medias | 15.0% |
| Appropriate for intended target market | 15.0% |
Best Ad Campaign
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Initial Impact and Originality | 40.0% |
| Consistency of messaging and branding | 30.0% |
| Creative use of different medias | 15.0% |
| Appropriate for intended target market | 15.0% |
Best Logo (Company or Project)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Initial Impact and Originality | 25.0% |
| Clarity of Concept | 25.0% |
| Creative Design | 25.0% |
| Ease of Understanding | 25.0% |
Best Sales Brochure (Company or Project)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Ease of Reading and Understanding | 20.0% |
| Creative Design | 20.0% |
| Effective Delivery | 15.0% |
| Content | 25.0% |
| Initial Impact and Originality | 20.0% |
Design & InnovationGROUP
Most Outstanding New or Renovated Home Kitchen
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Written | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Most Outstanding New or Renovated Home Bathroom
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Written | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Best Interior Decorating Model Home/Suite
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Overall interior appeal | 20.0% |
| Written | 20.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
Best New Home Sales Office or Design/Decor Centre
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Written | 20.0% |
| Photos | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Functionality of floor plan | 25.0% |
| Innovative use of building materials and product | 15.0% |
*NEW* Best Community Amenity
Description
Focus is on the final and finished product. May include multi-family, single-family, etc. Focus is on the elements that make a space livable. ** Parks, gyms, swimming pools, outside cooking areas, indoor party rooms, etc. are all considered to be amenities and should be entered in this category **
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functional and unique design features | 33.3% |
| Selection and placement of features and materials | 33.3% |
| Overall appeal | 33.3% |
Best Outdoor Living Space
Description
Focus is on the final and finished product. 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 **
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Functional and unique design features | 33.3% |
| Selection and placement of features and materials | 33.3% |
| Overall appeal | 33.3% |
Innovative Feature
Description
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 green/energy efficient/sustainable 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.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Unique design elements/energy efficiency/sustainability aspects | 40.0% |
| Choice of materials | 35.0% |
| The concept that created the inspiration for this innovative feature | 25.0% |
Blower Door Test
Description
The Lowest ACH result measured according to the Energuide Rating system
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Verified third party results | 100.0% |
Prestige AwardsGROUP
Project of the Year
Requirements
To be eligible for Project of the Year you must have entered 3 categories for the project. You may select from the groups of categories as follows:
1. One category from Architectural Design
2. One category from Design & Innovation
3. One category from Company Image & Advertising
Example of a projects entries could be:
Most Outstanding Home Design (under 40' lot) - ABC project
Most Outstanding New Home Kitchen - ABC project
Best Sales Brochure – ABC project
The combined score of these entries will then be tallied and the winning project selected.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| By vote and percentages of the three submissions | 100.0% |
Green Builder of the Year
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Energy efficiency, environmental measures, air quality | 50.0% |
| Community commitment to building & exceeding requirements | 20.0% |
| Green building practices implemented effectively | 15.0% |
| Company strategies in marketing product implemented | 15.0% |
Builder/Renovator of the Year (FREE) Peer Vote Tabulation
Description
All members will be emailed a call for nominations through anonymous survey. Vote for the company you think best resembles Builder/Renovator of the Year from our membership, keeping in mind the professionalism, charitable contributions, environmental consciousness, contribution to our industry in ways such as volunteerism, sponsorship, Board member, and community involvement. The member with the most votes will be named Builder/Renovator of the Year at the Awards gala.
Service/Supplier Partner of the Year (FREE) Peer Vote Tabulation
Requirements
All members will be emailed a call for nominations through anonymous survey. Vote for your favourite supplier/service professional from our membership, keeping in mind the professionalism, charitable contributions, environmental consciousness, contribution to our industry in ways such as volunteerism, sponsorship, Board member, and community involvement.
The member with the most votes will be named Service/Supplier Partner of the Year at the Awards gala.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Voting by membership | 100.0% |
Trade Partner of the Year (FREE) Peer Vote Tabulation
Requirements
All members will be emailed a call for nominations through anonymous survey. Vote for your favourite trade contractor from our membership, keeping in mind the professionalism, charitable contributions, environmental consciousness, contribution to our industry in ways such as volunteerism, sponsorship, Board member, and community involvement.
The member with the most votes will be named Trade Partner of the Year at the Awards gala.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Voting by Membership | 100.0% |
