BEST OF AWARDS: DESIGN IN NEW CONSTRUCTIONGROUP
Best Ensuite Under $650,000
Description
Represents the Best Ensuite design in a new construction under $650,000
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Layout/Functionality | 30.0% |
| Materials/Installation | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Overall Appeal | 25.0% |
Best Ensuite Over $650,001
Description
Represents the Best Ensuite design in a new construction over $650,001
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Layout/Functionality | 30.0% |
| Materials/Installation | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Overall Appeal | 25.0% |
Best Kitchen Under $650,000
Description
Represents the Best Kitchen design in a new construction under $650,000
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Layout/Functionality | 30.0% |
| Materials/Installation | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Overall Appeal | 25.0% |
Best Kitchen Over $650,001
Description
Represents the Best Kitchen design in a new construction over $650,001
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Layout/Functionality | 30.0% |
| Materials/Installation | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Overall Appeal | 25.0% |
Builder's Choice
Description
Represents rooms that do not fit within the description of other design categories in a new construction. Ex. Sunrooms, wine rooms, pool rooms, etc.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Layout/Functionality | 30.0% |
| Materials/Installation | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Overall Appeal | 25.0% |
Best of Parade of Homes: People's Choice
Description
Based on the ratings provided by the visitors of the homes during the Parade of Homes
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Highest rating on the Parade of Homes App | 50.0% |
| Secondary Criteria: Assessment of reviews for houses with the same ratings | 50.0% |
BEST OF AWARDS: DESIGN IN NEW OR RENOVATED CONSTRUCTIONGROUP
Best Outdoor Space
Description
Represents the Best Outdoor Space in a new or renovated space.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design | 30.0% |
| Layout/Functionality | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 15.0% |
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
Best Special Feature
Description
Represents the Best Special Feature in a new or renovated home. (ex: fireplace mantle, kid's climbing wall, hoodfan). This category is for a specific feature, not a room.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Innovative/Uniqueness | 30.0% |
| Functionality | 30.0% |
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
| Value *No information needed by the entrant. This is for the judge's discretion to assess value across diverse submissions.* | 10.0% |
BEST OF AWARDS: SERVICEGROUP
Best Trade
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Client Questionnaire | 70.0% |
| Safety Award Score | 20.0% |
| BILD Lethbridge Association Involvement | 10.0% |
Best Supplier
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Client Questionnaire | 80.0% |
| Safety Programs and Initiatives | 10.0% |
| BILD Lethbridge Association Involvement | 10.0% |
Best Professional Service
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Client Questionnaire | 80.0% |
| Education Involvement (Company endorsed) | 10.0% |
| BILD Lethbridge Association Involvement | 10.0% |
2024 Nailed It! Customer Service Award
Description
Introducing the Nailed It! Customer Service Award.
We are excited to announce the launch of the Nailed It! Customer Service Award, a new initiative to recognize outstanding customer service within the residential construction industry. This award is designed to celebrate individuals who consistently go above and beyond in delivering exceptional service, setting a high standard of excellence. Do you know someone who "nailed it" with their customer service? Whether it's through their exemplary communication, dedication to customer satisfaction, or ability to solve problems with innovation and care, we want to hear about them! This is your opportunity to nominate those who make a lasting impact on clients, colleagues, and the industry as a whole.
Award Criteria:
Nominations will be evaluated based on the following key areas:
- Exemplary Communication Skills 25%
- Commitment to Customer Satisfaction 25%
- Problem-Solving & Initiative 25%
- Positive Impact & Relationship Building 25%
We encourage you to nominate individuals or teams who have demonstrated these qualities and contributed to raising the bar for customer service within our industry.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exemplary Communication Skills | 25.0% |
| Problem-Solving & Initiative | 25.0% |
| Positive Impact & Relationship Building | 25.0% |
| Commitment to Customer Satisfaction | 25.0% |
BEST OF THE YEARGROUP
Builder of the Year
Description
Awarded to the builders who exemplifies achievement in Innovation and Design, Customer Satisfaction, Business Relations, Association and Community Involvement and Safety
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Customer Survey | 25.0% |
| New Home Design Category Score | 25.0% |
| Safety Category Score | 10.0% |
| BILD -LR Engagement | 20.0% |
| Community Involvement | 20.0% |
Custom Builder of the Year
Description
Awarded to the builders who exemplifies achievement in Innovation and Design, Customer Satisfaction, Business Relations, Association and Community Involvement and Safety
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Customer Survey | 30.0% |
| New Home Design Category Score | 30.0% |
| Safety Score | 10.0% |
| BILD -LR Engagement | 15.0% |
| Community Involvement | 15.0% |
Renovator of the Year
Description
Awarded to the renovator who exemplifies achievement in Innovation and Design, Customer Satisfaction, Business Relations, Association and Community Involvement and Safety
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Customer Survey | 30.0% |
| Renovation Category Score | 30.0% |
| Safety Initiatives | 10.0% |
| BILD -LR Engagement | 15.0% |
| Community Involvement | 15.0% |
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTGROUP
Community Involvement Award
Description
Awarded to a company that has demonstrated qualities of compassion and service to either one organization or a variety of volunteer activities in one year. The company cannot receive monetary benefit for the charitable activities/events/services listed on the application. Cash or product donation will not be considered for this award. This award is for an initiative that your company and staff have actively been involved in. The same event cannot win two years in a row. For example, if it is an annual event, it cannot win the award in back to back award seasons. Please note the entry must fall within the Lethbridge Region (within 200 km of Lethbridge) to be eligible.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Community Need – 20% | 20.0% |
| Impact – 35% | 35.0% |
| Staff Engagement – 30% | 30.0% |
| Ongoing Commitment – 15% | 15.0% |
DEVELOPMENTGROUP
Best Development of the Year
Description
The best in land development through community design and innovation, member to member relationships, and community events
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Community amenities and special features | 10.0% |
| Community Entrance | 10.0% |
| Consistency in architectural guidelines | 5.0% |
| Show Home Parade | 10.0% |
| Signage and Pageantry | 10.0% |
| Advertising of Development | 10.0% |
| Relationship between contractors and developers | 15.0% |
| Service Agreement | 5.0% |
| Innovative Ideas | 10.0% |
| Benefits to the homebuyer and community | 15.0% |
Best Community Event
Description
The best in land development through community design and innovation, member to member relationships, and community events
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Outcome/Results | 25.0% |
| Marketing Practices | 25.0% |
| Purpose of Event/Community Impact | 50.0% |
ENERGY EFFICIENT HOUSINGGROUP
Energy Efficient Housing in New Home Design
Description
Represents best in energy efficient design in new home construction.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Energuide Rating/Blower Door Test (air tightness) | 50.0% |
| Products, Materials, and Systems | 35.0% |
| Overall Marketability | 15.0% |
NEW HOME DESIGN MULTI-FAMILYGROUP
Multi-Family Unit
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in multi-family duplex construction.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 15.0% |
| Kitchen | 20.0% |
| Great Room | 10.0% |
| Ensuite/Main Bath | 20.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 15.0% |
Multi-Family Overall Complex
Description
Represents the best in the overall multi-family complex looking at layout, design, and style
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 50.0% |
| Special Features | 30.0% |
| Overall Impression | 20.0% |
NEW HOME DESIGN SINGLE FAMILYGROUP
Single Family Under $475,000
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in single family construction.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 35.0% |
| Special Features/ Innovation | 35.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 30.0% |
Single Family $475,001-$525,000
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in single family construction
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 35.0% |
| Special Features/ Innovation | 35.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 30.0% |
Single Family $525,001-$600,000
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in single family construction
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 35.0% |
| Special Features/Innovation | 35.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 30.0% |
Single Family $600,001-$800,000
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in single family construction
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 35.0% |
| Special Features/ Innovation | 35.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 30.0% |
Single Family $800,001-$1,000,000
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in single family construction
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 35.0% |
| Special Features/Innovation | 35.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 30.0% |
Single Family $1,000,001-$1,500,000
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in single family construction
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 35.0% |
| Special Features/Innovation | 35.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 30.0% |
Single Family $1,500,001-$2,000,000
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in single family construction
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 35.0% |
| Special Features/Innovation | 35.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 30.0% |
Single Family Over $2,000,001
Description
Represents the best in layout, design, and style in single family construction
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Exterior | 35.0% |
| Special Features/Innovation | 35.0% |
| Floorplan/Layout | 30.0% |
RENOVATIONGROUP
Best Renovated Bathroom
Description
Projects showcase the bathroom, and may entail the reconfiguration of existing spaces and/or addition of a new space.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
| Design Solutions | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Constraints/Challenges | 20.0% |
| Value *No information needed by the entrant. This is for the judge's discretion to assess value across diverse submissions.* | 5.0% |
Best Renovated Kitchen
Description
Projects showcase the kitchen, and may entail the reconfiguration of existing spaces and/or addition of a new space. Kitchen is defined as the space where the kitchen is located by may also include an eating area or a breakfast nook. Kitchen renovations of all sizes are eligible.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
| Design Solutions | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Constraints/Challenges | 20.0% |
| Value *No information needed by the entrant. This is for the judge's discretion to assess value across diverse submissions.* | 5.0% |
Best Renovated Basement
Description
Projects showcase the basement, and may entail the reconfiguration of existing spaces and/or addition of a new space.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
| Design Solutions | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Constraints/Challenges | 20.0% |
| Value *No information needed by the entrant. This is for the judge's discretion to assess value across diverse submissions.* | 5.0% |
Best Renovated Exterior
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
| Design Solutions | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Constraints/Challenges | 20.0% |
| Value *No information needed by the entrant. This is for the judge's discretion to assess value across diverse submissions.* | 5.0% |
Best Renovated Addition
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
| Design Solutions | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Constraints/Challenges | 20.0% |
| Value *No information needed by the entrant. This is for the judge's discretion to assess value across diverse submissions.* | 5.0% |
Renovator's Choice
Description
Projects showcase spaces that do not fit within the description of other renovation categories, and may entail the reconfiguration of existing spaces and/or addition of a new space.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
| Design Solutions | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Constraints/Challenges | 20.0% |
| Value *No information needed by the entrant. This is for the judge's discretion to assess value across diverse submissions.* | 5.0% |
Best Renovation Overall
Description
Projects entered into this category must involve more than one room and may entail interior and exterior work, including the reconfiguration of existing spaces and/or addition of new space.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Appeal | 30.0% |
| Design Solutions | 25.0% |
| Special Features | 20.0% |
| Constraints/Challenges | 20.0% |
| Value *No information needed by the entrant. This is for the judge's discretion to assess value across diverse submissions.* | 5.0% |
SAFETY AWARDSGROUP
Builder Safety
Description
Awarded to the member who demonstrates a safe operation and commitment to a culture of safety.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| 3rd Party Random Site Visit & Safety Program Audit | 25.0% |
| WCB Premium Rate Statement | 25.0% |
| Safety Initiatives | 40.0% |
| Survey to ALL Trade Partners | 10.0% |
Trade / Supplier Safety
Description
Awarded to the member who demonstrates a safe operation and commitment to a culture of safety.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Summary of Workplace Incidents | 25.0% |
| Survey to ALL Builder Partners | 25.0% |
| On-Going Initiatives | 40.0% |
| BILD Safety/ACSA/CSSE/Community Involvement | 10.0% |
SALES & MARKETINGGROUP
Best Retail Showroom
Description
Presented to a member who demonstrates innovation and effectiveness through campaigns, sales center/show room, and overall marketing
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| General Impression/Interior Design | 50.0% |
| Consumer Content | 15.0% |
| Exterior Design | 10.0% |
| Functionality/Use of Space | 25.0% |
Best Overall Marketing
Description
Presented to a member who demonstrates innovation and effectiveness through campaigns, sales center/show room, and overall marketing.
Requirements
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Content | 30.0% |
| Ease of Navigation | 15.0% |
| Creative Design | 20.0% |
| Social Media Presence | 30.0% |
| Use of the BILD Member (BILD) Logo | 5.0% |
