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NEW! DESIGN CATEGORIES

NEW! BEST RESIDENTIAL ADDITION DESIGN

NEW! BEST RESIDENTIAL BATH DESIGN

NEW! BEST RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN DESIGN

NEW! BEST COMMERCIAL INTERIOR DESIGN

NEW! BEST COMMERCIAL EXTERIOR DESIGN

RESIDENTIAL REMODELING CATEGORIES

NEW! BEST GREEN REMODEL
Entries will be judged on use of eco-friendly building materials such as recycled, non-toxic, and or sustainable products as well as what steps were taken in reducing and or recycling waste – -- The main focus being Reduce/Reuse/Recycle in a cost-effective manner. Project includes but is not limited to any addition, bath, kitchen, interior or exterior remodeling category.

NEW! BEST GREEN PROJECT
Entries will be judged on use of eco-friendly products that makes the residence more energy efficient, non-toxic, and/or self-sustaining – The focus is to create an environment that will leave a lower ‘carbon footprint’ on the planet. Such projects to include but are not limited to:

• HVAC
• Lighting
• Roofing
• Siding
• Solar Panels
• Windows

RESIDENTIAL ADDITION
Choose from: Under $100,000; $100,000 to $175,000; $175,001 to $250,000; Over $250,000

RESIDENTIAL BATH
Choose from: Under $15,000; $15,000 to $30,000; $30,001 to $60,000; $60,001 to $100,000; Over $100,000

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR
Choose from: Under $100,000; $100,000 to $250,000; Over $250,000
Best exterior project with a total project cost of one of the three above dollar amount categories. Includes, but is not limited to, alterations to the exterior of a residential building such as:

• Add – A – Level
• Additions
• Decks
• Dormers
• Enclosures (glass or screen)
• Exterior Resurfacing (siding, stucco, etc.)
• Porches
• Porticos
• Sunrooms
• Windows

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR SPECIALTY
This category represents a special exterior element of a project. It includes, but is not limited to such projects as:

• Arbors
• Columns
• Decks
• Driveways
• Fences & Gates
• Fountains & Water Features
• Glass Block
• Other Masonry Elements
• Outdoor Lighting
• Pagodas
• Patios & Terraces
• Retaining Walls
• Roofing
• Swimming Pools & Spas
• Trellises
• Walkways

Projects may also include but are not limited to detached structures such as:

• Garages
• Gazebos
• Guesthouses
• Pavilions
• Pool Houses
• Sheds
• Studios

ENTIRE HOUSE
Choose from: Under $250,000; $250,000 to $500,000; $500,001 to $1,000,000; Over $1,000,000

RESIDENTIAL HISTORICAL RENOVATION/RESTORATION

NEW! HOME THEATER & MEDIA ROOMS UNDER $150,000

NEW! HOME THEATER & MEDIA ROOMS OVER $150,000

RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR
Choose from: Under $100,000; $100,001 to $250,000; Over $250,000
Includes, but is not limited to, such projects as Family or Recreation Room Remodeling, Attic or Basement Conversions, etc.

RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR SPECIALTY
This category represents a special interior element of a project. It includes, but is not limited to such projects as:

• Brick
• Columns
• Fireplaces
• Flooring
• Glass Block
• HVAC
• Home Automation
• Kitchen Hoods
• Insulation
• Masonry
• Plaster
• Railings
• Stone
• Tiling
• Vestibules
• Wall Finishes

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN
Choose from: Under $15,000; $15,000 to $30,000; $30,001 to $60,000; $60,001 to $100,000; 100,001 to $250,000; Over $250,000

LIGHT CONSTRUCTION (New or Remodeled)
Interior/exterior remodeled construction or new construction performed on or for a commercial or residential structure. Includes, but is not limited to, such projects or operations including but not limited to:

• Brick Work
• Columns
• Cosmetic Facelift
• Door
• Foundation Repair
• Gutters
• HVAC
• Insulation
• Leaders
• Masonry
• Railings
• Roofing
• Siding
• Solar Panels
• Stone
• Tiling
• Window

NON-STRUCTURAL HOME IMPROVEMENT
Included, but is not limited to, such projects as:

• Interior Design Elements
• Floor Coverings
• Wall Coverings (painting techniques, wallpaper)

RESIDENTIAL UNIVERSAL DESIGN
The residential universal design category will consider changes in residences that make them usable by people of all ages and physical capabilities. Projects can include, but are not limited to, accessible entrances, modified floor plans, barrier-free kitchens and baths, and use of “smart home” technology.

COMMERCIAL REMODELING CATEGORIES

NEW! BEST GREEN COMMERCIAL REMODEL
Entries will be judged on use of eco-friendly building materials such as recycled, non-toxic, and or sustainable products as well as what steps were taken in reducing and or recycling waste – -- The main focus being Reduce/Reuse/Recycle in a cost-effective manner. Project includes but is not limited to any commercial interior or exterior project.

NEW! BEST GREEN COMMERCIAL PROJECT
Entries will be judged on use of eco-friendly products that makes the business more energy efficient, non-toxic, and/or self-sustaining – The focus is to create an environment that will leave a lower ‘carbon footprint’ on the planet. Such projects to include but are not limited to:

• HVAC
• Lighting
• Roofing
• Siding
• Solar Panels
• Windows

COMMERCIAL INTERIOR

COMMERCIAL EXTERIOR

COMMERCIAL SPECIALTY
Includes, but is not limited to, such projects or operations as:

• Brick Work
• Columns
• Cosmetic Facelift
• Door
• Foundation Repair
• Gutters
• HVAC
• Insulation
• Leaders
• Masonry
• Railings
• Roofing
• Siding
• Solar Panels
• Stone
• Tiling
• Windows