Categories

Our association is an interconnected web of builders, designers, creators, and many others. Our awards celebrate the work of everyone involved, with categories to showcase your particular contribution.

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

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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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

*New* Nailed It! Customer Service Award
Description

By Nomination Only. 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. Download the "Nailed It! Customer Service Award" form, fill out, and upload when completed. The entry fee is waved in this category.

Requirements

Forms to download

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 Trade
Description

Recognizes outstanding Service by Members to Members

Requirements

Forms to download

Criteria
Criterion Weight
Client Questionnaire 70.0%
Safety Award Score 20.0%
BILD Lethbridge Association Involvement 10.0%
Best Supplier
Description

Recognizes outstanding Service by Members to Members

Requirements

Forms to download

Criteria
Criterion Weight
Client Questionnaire 80.0%
Safety Programs and Initiatives 10.0%
BILD Lethbridge Association Involvement 10.0%
Best Professional Service
Description

Recognizes outstanding Service by Members to Members

Requirements

Forms to download

Criteria
Criterion Weight
Client Questionnaire 80.0%
Education Involvement (Company endorsed) 10.0%
BILD Lethbridge Association Involvement 10.0%

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

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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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

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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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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

Forms to download

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
Description

Projects showcase the exterior of the home.

Requirements

Forms to download

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
Description

Projects showcase an addition to the existing space.

Requirements

Forms to download

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

    Forms to download

    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

      Forms to download

      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

      Forms to download

      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

      Forms to download

      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

      Forms to download

      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

      Forms to download

      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%
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