Description
To recognize excellence in sustainable housing, this award focuses on a project that can illustrate an understanding of the importance of building performance in use.
Requirements
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Complete an Award Category On-line Entry Form
- Marketing Feature Sheet (Do not use company name)
- Simple Floor plan (PDF). No artist renderings (floor plan for basement must be included if applicable)
- Digital image of each floor
- Ensure company name is NOT on the plans
- Photos: Up to fourteen (14) different digital images – at least one for the following: Curb Appeal (Exterior -no artist renderings permitted); Kitchen; Great room/ Living room; Special Features (include HVAC/ Mechanical Room); Creative Use of Space. No major alterations to the photos (interior or exterior) are permitted. Colour correction is acceptable. Exceptions: Sales Centres may be covered up with a standard garage door only. Dirt can be covered with grass (no landscaping).
- Digital image of company logo (JPEG)
- Basement (optional) – If basement development is included or referenced in any portion of the submission in either photos or comments, it must be included in the price of the house and in the floor plan.
- Total square footage of the home.
- Price/square foot (price divided by square foot)
- Do not make any reference to the builder company, model or company logo in the submission.
- Eligible units must be new housing completed between January 1 - December 31.
PROJECT INFORMATION & SCORING CRITERIA
a. Exterior and Interior Design/Functionality (25 points)
Describe what makes this home attractive to the customer in terms of its exterior in relation to its surroundings and interior elements including color schemes, fittings, furnishings and architectural features. Describe the floor plan and functionality of the home that makes this entry appealing to your home purchaser. 150 word maximum
b. Innovation/Special Features (25 points)
Describe what makes this particular design innovative (highlight the use of materials and products). Describe any special features in relation to the home's energy, health and comfort as well as any particular challenges involved with this home. 150 word maximum
c. Value (20 points)
Autoscored based on energy savings before renewables per square foot. This is calculated by using the EnerGuide label – Rated Annual Energy Consumption / square Footage = (C-B)/Square foot). The builder with the highest energy savings/square foot will receive 15 pts, second highest will receive 10 points and third highest will receive 5 points.
d. Energy Performance (maximum 40 points)
Autoscored based on energy saving of the home. This is calculated by using the EnerGuide label – Energy Performance / Square foot = (C-A)/Square foot. The builder with the highest energy savings/square foot will receive 40 pts, second highest will receive 30 points and third highest will receive 20 points.
e. Green Certifications (maximum 50 points)
Autoscored - points awarded for any additional certifications from the list below to a maximum of 50 points.