AWARD CATEGORIES

Click on each category item below to view the entry requirements.

Complete the ENTRY APPLICATION HERE and pay entry fees no later than October 6, 2025. Once submitted, the online entry system will generate your unique entry serial number(s) per entry.

NAHB HONORS

Purpose of Award:

This award recognizes and honors the outstanding achievements and work done by a Sales & Marketing Leader whose efforts bring a positive and significant impact to the residential construction industry.

Description: 

The NAHB Sales & Marketing Professional of the Year award is presented by The National Sales and Marketing Council. It is the highest level of recognition presented by NAHB that recognizes a professional for accomplishments in the building industry and/or throughout the NAHB Federation.

Judging Considerations:

  • Contribution to home building
  • Impact to the residential construction industry
  • Building industry involvement

Who Can Submit Nominations?

This award is open to any NAHB professional who has made a significant impact to the residential construction community through sales and marketing.

Judge/Evaluators:

Applications to be anonymously reviewed by members of NAHB National Sales & Marketing Council in collaboration with The NationalsSM.

Presentation:

The NAHB Sales & Marketing Professional of the Year award will be presented during the Nationals GalaSM held in conjunction with the International Builders’ Show.

Entry Requirements:

Custom Home Builder of the Year Award – NAHB

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Form (click here)
  • Submit image of candidate

Purpose of Award:

The NAHB Woman of the Year award recognizes and honors outstanding achievements and work done by a woman whose efforts bring a positive and significant impact to the residential construction industry.

Description:

The NAHB Woman of the Year award is presented in collaboration with the NAHB Professional Women in Building Council. It is the residential construction industry’s premier award recognizing a woman for her exceptional achievement(s) — and/or extraordinary contributions advocating for the advancement of women — in the building industry and/or throughout the NAHB Federation. This respected individual demonstrates good business acumen, serves as a role model for excellence in leadership and embodies purpose and vision.

Application Elements:

Section 1

Applicant’s Contact Information (Nominator/Person completing form)

Section 2

Nominee Contact Information (May self-nominate)

Section 3

Nomination Details:

  1. What significant contributions have you or the nominee made to the home building industry that merit receiving this award? (750 words)
  2. Explain your contributions or the nominee’s contributions in creating opportunities specifically for women in the building industry. (750 words)
  3. Describe how you or the nominee has demonstrated a commitment to advancing the home building industry through industry-related positions and/or activities. (750 words)

Judging Considerations:

  • Contribution to home building and women in the industry
  • Impact to the residential construction industry
  • Building industry involvement

Who Can Submit Nominations?

This award is open to any woman who has made a significant impact to the residential construction community.

Judge/Evaluators:

Applications to be anonymously reviewed by members of NAHB PWB Council in collaborating with The NationalsSM.

Presentation:

The NAHB Woman of the Year award will be presented during the Nationals GalaSM held in conjunction with the International Builders’ Show.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Form (click here)
  • Submit image of candidate

PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT

Candidate must have no more than 24 months of experience in new-home sales or leasing as of October 6, 2025. Demonstrates considerable judgment, initiative, and motivation to manage the sales performance and activities of new-home communities.

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Awards will be presented based upon membership size:
Small (1-10 members)
Medium (11-39 members)
Large (40+ members)

Note: These categories are based upon the size of the Sales and Marketing Councils nationally, and not based on NAHB’s HBA size categories.

Entry Requirements:

Only Sales and Marketing councils that are affiliated with NAHB National Sales and Marketing Council and with a NAHB-affiliated Home Builders’ Association are eligible to participate.

Affiliated organizations must be in full compliance with all NAHB bylaws, and individuals must be members in good standing with their dues fully paid.

Net growth will be determined based on the local council’s highest number of members during the year (their “base” number) compared to their total number of active members on Oct. 31. (Both values will be determined using the WMS membership reports by the NAHB National Sales and Marketing Council Staff.)

NOTE:
NAHB reserves the right to modify the show format at any time. Accordingly, certain award categories may be announced before the live ceremony and/or winners’ on-stage remarks may be shortened or omitted altogether to accommodate program timing.

By submitting an entry to The Nationals Awards program, entrants acknowledge and agree that all materials submitted — including images, descriptions and supporting documentation — become the property of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). NAHB reserves the right to use, reproduce, publish and display any part of the submission for purposes including, but not limited to, The Nationals Awards show, marketing and promotional materials related to The Nationals, and other NAHB promotions across print, digital and social media platforms.

BRANDING/MARKETING

(Use the TEAM-PROJECT FORM for these categories.)

Entry will be judged on graphics, concept, overall design, readability and execution.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that demonstrate logo usage
  • Submit all images in JPEG format only

Entry will be judged on graphics, concept, overall design, readability and execution.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that demonstrate graphic continuity of marketing materials
  • Submit all images in JPEG format only

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, copy, layout, overall design and readability.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (1) sample brochure sent to The Nationals office no later than November 5
  • (1) image that represents entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, copy, layout, overall design and readability.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (1) sample brochure sent to The Nationals office no later than November 5
  • (1) image that represents entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, copy, layout and overall design, execution and continuity.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (1) image of each ad submitted

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, copy, layout and overall design, execution and continuity.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (1) image of each ad submitted

MEDIA

(Use the TEAM-PROJECT FORM for these categories.)

Entry will be judged on originality, concept and execution of the spot as it relates to the specified target market and the qualified traffic that was generated.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • One video (.mov or QuickTime) file of the TV spot
  • (2) to (4) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Entry will be judged on originality, concept and execution of the spot as it relates to the specified target market and the qualified traffic that was generated.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • One video (.mov or QuickTime) file of the TV spot
  • (2) to (4) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

ONLINE MARKETING

Entry will be judged on design, effectiveness, use of best practices and user experience. Website must be fully updated by November 1, 2025, so that the judges can review it online.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete WEBSITES FORM
  • Up to (6) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Link to website (for judging)

Entry will be judged on design, effectiveness, use of best practices and user experience. Website must be fully updated by November 1, 2025, so that the judges can review it online.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete WEBSITES FORM
  • Up to (6) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Link to website (for judging)

Entry will be judged on design, effectiveness, use of best practices and user experience. Website must be fully updated by November 1, 2025, so that the judges can review it online.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete WEBSITES FORM
  • Up to (6) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Link to website (for judging)

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, copy, layout and overall design, execution and continuity.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete SOCIAL MEDIA FORM
  • Up to (6) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Link(s) to actual campaign highly encouraged.

Entry will be judged on creativity, design, use of best practices and campaign performance.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete EMAIL MARKETING FORM
  • Up to (6) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Link(s) to actual campaign highly encouraged.

Entry will be judged on creativity, user experience and overall design, continuity and effectiveness. Includes banners/rich media, eblasts, microsites, landing pages and online PR.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete DIGITAL MARKETING FORM
  • Include at least two executions of campaign
  • Up to (6) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Link(s) to actual campaign highly encouraged.

Entry will be judged on creativity, user experience and overall design, continuity and effectiveness. Includes banners/rich media, eblasts, microsites, landing pages and online PR.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete DIGITAL MARKETING FORM
  • Include at least two executions of campaign
  • Up to (6) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Link(s) to actual campaign highly encouraged.

TECHNOLOGY

(Use the TEAM-PROJECT FORM for these categories.)

Awards may be presented for apps, virtual reality tours and point of sale tools. Entry will be judged on level of realism, creativity, cinematic quality, use of sound (music, sound effects, narration) and use of special effects.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Video (.mov or QuickTime) file of animation

CAMPAIGN/SALES PROGRAMS

(Use the TEAM-PROJECT FORM for these categories.)

Entry will be judged on creativity, design and success of materials developed to gain product interest. Includes all collateral and online platforms, print/electronic media and billboards.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • Up to (6) images of promotion (photos of events are suggested)
  • Up to (6) images of ads that represent the campaign, including any or all of the following: print advertising, direct mail, television and radio spots, billboards, etc.
  • Radio and television submissions should be sent as audio (mp3) files and video (.mov or QuickTime) files

Entry will be judged on creativity, design and success of materials developed to gain product interest. Includes all collateral and online platforms, print/electronic media and billboards.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • Up to (6) images of promotion (photos of events are suggested)
  • Up to (6) images of ads that represent the campaign, including any or all of the following: print advertising, direct mail, television and radio spots, billboards, etc.
  • Radio and television submissions should be sent as audio (mp3) files and video (.mov or QuickTime) files

Entry will be judged on creativity, design and success of materials developed to gain product interest. Includes ads, print/electronic media and billboards.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • Up to (6) images of promotion (photos of events are suggested)
  • Up to (6) images of ads that represent the campaign, including any or all of the following: print advertising, direct mail, television and radio spots, billboards, etc.
  • Radio and television submissions should be sent as audio (mp3) files and video (.mov or QuickTime) files

Entry will be judged on creativity, design and success of materials developed to gain product interest. Includes a series of ads, print/electronic media and billboards.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • Up to (6) images of promotion (photos of events are suggested)
  • Up to (6) images of ads that represent the campaign, including any or all of the following: print advertising, direct mail, television and radio spots, billboards, etc.
  • Radio and television submissions should be sent as audio (mp3) files and video (.mov or QuickTime) files

Entry will be judged on creativity, design and success of programs related to the community.

Entry Requirements

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • Submit images of promotion (photos of events are suggested)
  • Submit images of ads that represent the campaign, including any or all of the following: print advertising, direct mail, television and radio spots, billboards, etc.
  • Radio and television submissions should be sent as audio (mp3) files and video (.mov) files

Entry will be judged on originality, concept and execution of project program. Includes individual charities or builder-supported, non-profit programs (e.g., Boy Scouts, HomeAid, City of Hope, Extreme Home Makeover, etc.).

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

SALES ENVIRONMENT

(Use the TEAM-PROJECT FORM for these categories.)

Neighborhood sales/leasing center for a single builder and product line. Entry will be judged on theme, function, display concept, creativity and design used in the office.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Defined as a sales center with vignette of model included. Entry will be judged on theme, function, display concept, creativity and design used in the office.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on theme, function, display concept, creativity and design used in the office.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on theme, function, display concept, creativity and design used in the office.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on theme, function, display concept, creativity and design used in the space, as well as quality of product presentation, continuity within the space and continuity with the builders’ branding.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, basic graphics and layout, design, execution, readability and continuity. Includes onsite and offsite signage.

Entry Requirements

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

HOME DESIGN

(Use the TEAM-PROJECT FORM for these categories.)

Entry will be judged on the landscape effectiveness, impact and function in enhancing the product. Landscaping includes ground cover, hardscape and softscape for front and backyard spaces.

Entry Requirements

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Entry will be judged on the landscape effectiveness, impact and function in enhancing the product. Landscaping includes ground cover, hardscape and softscape for front and backyard spaces.

Entry Requirements

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to the intended target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to the intended target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to the intended target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to the intended target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to the intended target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to the intended target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to the intended target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to the intended target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on concept, creativity, impact of furniture and accessories as they relate to its intended goals by the client.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the target market and sales success.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

Entry will be judged on overall exterior and interior architecture, design appeal, functionality, innovative use of interior space and creative integration of the plan as it relates to the desires and intended goals of the client.

Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Team/Project Form
  • (6) to (8) images that represent entry (to be used in awards show, website, PR)
  • Floor plan saved as PDF or JPEG

COMMUNITY

Use the COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR FORM for these categories.

Entry will be judged on the overall sales, marketing and design approach as it relates to the target market.

Must also be entered in the following categories: Logo (14), Brochure (16), Website (24) Signage (41) Sales/Leasing/Welcome Center (36) Interior Merchandising (44 through 51) and Architecture (53-60).

Additional Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Community of the Year form
  • Site plan of the community
  • (4) to (6) images of community branding, including logo, brochure and ads
  • (4) to (6) images of community, including exteriors of homes, interiors, signage and sales office
  • Link to community website

Defined as a single neighborhood and collection of plans by one builder. Entry will be judged on the overall sales, marketing and design approach as it relates to the target market.

Must also be entered in the following categories: Logo (14), Brochure (16), Website (24) Signage (41) Sales/Leasing/Welcome Center (36) Interior Merchandising (44 through 51) and Architecture (53-59).

Additional Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Community of the Year form
  • Site plan of the community
  • (4) to (6) images of community branding, including logo, brochure and ads
  • (4) to (6) images of community, including exteriors of homes, interiors, signage and sales office
  • Link to community website

Defined as multiple product lines offered by one or more builders in the same setting with a unique cohesive branding. Entry will be judged on the overall sales, marketing and design approach as it relates to the target market.

Must also be entered in the following categories: Logo (14), Brochure (17), Website (24) Signage (41), plus at least one of the following categories: Sales/Leasing/Welcome Center (36) or Amenity (38-39).

Additional Entry Requirements:

  • Complete Community of the Year form
  • Site plan of the community
  • (4) to (6) images of community branding, including logo, brochure and ads
  • (4) to (6) images of community, including exteriors of homes, interiors, signage and sales office
  • Link to community website

GLOBAL INNOVATION AWARDS

Entry Requirements:

Special Purpose Project Eligibility Requirements

  • Special Purpose Project: This is a project with a unique physical design, special construction materials, or a layout that particularly adapts its utility to the use for which it was built? The land may be located in rural, suburban, or urban areas and may have the potential to be developed for commercial, industrial, agricultural, or special use. Although most building can be converted to other uses, the conversion of a special purpose project generally involves extra expense and design expertise. Such conversion may not be economically feasible or practical in many situations depending on a building’s design and special construction features. Special Purpose Projects include:
    • HOUSES OF WORSHIP
    • THEATERS
    • GREENHOUSES
    • SCHOOLS
    • RAIL & TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES
    • SPORTS ARENAS
  • Eligibility Requirements: This project must have been completed outside of the domestic United States between Jan. 1, 2018 and Oct. 7, 2023. Previously entered winning projects are not eligible to submit again for the same category. Previously entered non-winning projects may enter again if they meet the criteria for the current year’s program.

SPECIAL PURPOSE PROJECT JUDGING CRITERIA

  • Level Playing Field. Judges will always take into consideration the level of commitment that can be afforded by each applicant – so that smaller or poorer areas have just as much chance of success as bigger or richer ones. Ex. Uganda versus Paris.
  • Has the goal and/or purpose for the special purpose property, its relationship to its surroundings and local culture, any products that made a positive difference for the home building industry, innovative techniques and technology that solve building challenge(s), any protocols for sustainability, health and wellness, unique marketing of key features and amenities, evidence of success, etc.
  • International Project. Was this project completed outside of the domestic United States?
  • Age of project. This home must have been completed outside of the domestic United States between Jan. 1, 2017 and Oct. 7, 2023. Projects older than five years will not be considered. (No On the Board Projects Accepted).

Entry Requirements:

BM & CC Eligibility Requirements

  • Global Product: Is this a Builder Material, Construction Component, Exterior product, Interior Product, Technology solutions, Mechanicals, Appliances, Home Furnishings developed by professional designers, architects, product development companies, product manufacturers and/or other business in this industry worldwide?
  • Global companies: (companies outside of the U.S.) that offer products or services from developers, builders, subcontractors, remodelers and lenders to global consumers.
  • Photography Requirements for All Categories: It is highly recommended that for all categories that are not strictly interior architecture or design, marketing or individual that sufficient exterior photography be submitted to demonstrate the design characteristics of the home, residential building or community. Entries without sufficient exterior photography, if applicable, may be removed from consideration.
  • Innovation: Product and/or service is new (never been offered) or significantly changed (would deem a game-changer in its product class).
  • Functionality and Ease of Application: Product and/or service is easy to use, a go-to for builder and/or consumers.
  • Good Design/Aesthetic Qualities: Product has clean lines and is attractive for its purpose.
  • Realized Efficiency: Product and/or service will help the builder solve a specific issue, add to their bottom line, and/or solve a specific problem for the consumer.
  • Product Timing: Was this product brought to market in the last five years? Requirement to be finished. Product should have brought to market in the last five years (2017-2022).

BM&CC Judging Criteria

  • Level Playing Field. Judges will always take into consideration the level of commitment that can be afforded by each applicant – so that smaller or poorer areas have just as much chance of success as bigger or richer ones. Ex. Uganda versus Paris.
  • Global companies. (companies outside of the U.S.) Does this company offer products or services from professional designers, architects, product development companies, product manufacturers and/or other business in this industry worldwide?
  • Global Product. Is this a Building material, Construction Component, Exterior product, Interior Product, Technology solution, Mechanical, Appliance, Home Furnishing, etc.?
  • If this is a brand-new product, state the date on which it was released. If this is a new version of an existing product, state the date on which the update was released. (Must be released to market).
  • Does the home have products and/or services easy to use or apply for builders and/or consumers?
  • Good Design/Aesthetic Qualities. Product has clean lines and is attractive for its purpose.
  • Realized Efficiency. Product and/or service will help the builder solve a specific issue, add to their bottom line, and/or solve a specific problem for the consumer.
  • Unique Marketing Approach. Does the home have products and/or services that have been successfully marketed in a unique way?
  • Lessons learned. Have the lessons learned through this home building process brought about a positive change for the global home building market?

Entry Requirements:

Research and Global Exchange Award Eligibility Requirements

  • Eligibility: Open to Domestic and International influencers.
  • Eligibility: Ability to self-nominate.

RESEARCH AND GLOBAL EXCHANGE AWARD APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

  • Essay: In 500 words or less, describe how this person in the housing and community development field has made an outstanding contribution toward international understanding and exchange of international experience. Each nominee must have direct affiliation with the housing and community development field and have made an outstanding contribution to international understanding in housing and community development.
  • Accomplishments: In bullet-list form, a brief summary of up to ten (10) of the chief accomplishments of the nominee.
  • Required Supporting Materials: Letters or recommendation (if self-nominating).
  • Optional Supporting Materials: A collection of supporting files and web addresses that support your entry and provide more background information to the judges. These might be customer testimonials, press clippings, work samples, photographs, video clips (five minutes or less), etc.

RESEARCH AND GLOBAL EXCHANGE AWARD JUDGING CRITERIA

  • Purpose. Did this person further the work of the Global Opportunities Board by recognizing a person in the housing and community development field who has made an outstanding contribution toward international understanding and exchange of international experience.
  • Each nominee must have direct affiliation with the housing and community development field and have made an outstanding contribution to international understanding in housing and community development.
  • Open to Domestic and International influencers.