2010 Master Design Awards Application

The 32nd Master Design Awards competition honors outstanding remodeling projects completed between January 1, 2009 and May 28, 2010.

• Register by May 28, 2010 and receive a discount on each entry.
• Final deadline to register is July 16, 2010.
• Completed binders must be received by July 23, 2010.

Competition and Entry Information

The Qualified Remodeler Master Design Awards competition was initiated 32 years ago to recognize remodelers, architects, builders, kitchen and bath specialists and other professionals for outstanding project design and construction.

Eligibility

• Projects considered for QR Master Design Awards in 2010 must have been completed by a professional contracting firm between January 1, 2009 and May 28, 2010.
• Previous QR Master Design entries may not be re-entered.
• Entry of a single project under more than one category is permitted as long as each entry meets each of the category standards. (For example, you may enter a whole house remodel in the whole house category and then enter the kitchen in the kitchen category as well.)

The 22 award categories in 2010 include:

1. Whole House $500,000 and above
   Project to affect an extensive amount of the home. May include but is not limited to the following: An addition, interior remodeling of more than one room, exterior remodeling, window replacement, structural improvements, etc. Scope of total project cost to have exceeded $500,000.
2. Whole House $200,000-$500,000
   Same as #1 above. Scope of total project cost to have been between $200,000 and $500,000.
3. Whole House below $200,000
   Same as #1 above. Scope of total project cost to have been less than $200,000.
4. Room Additions $100,000 and above
   To include an addition, add-a-level or attic build-out which increased the liveable space of the home. Total project cost to have exceeded $100,000.
5. Room Additions below $100,000
   Same as #4. Total project cost to have been below $100,000.
6. Kitchens $100,000 and above
   Total project cost to have exceeded $75,000.
7. Kitchens $50,000 to $100,000
   Total project cost to have been between $50,000 and $100,000.
8. Kitchens below $50,000
   Total project cost to have been below $50,000.
9. Residential Specialty
   This category recognizes a single element in a remodel. Examples include custom cabinetry, masonry work, railings, glass block, fireplaces, etc.
10. Bathrooms $50,000 and above
    Total project cost to have exceeded $50,000.
11. Bathrooms $30,000-$50,000
    Total project cost to have been between $30,000 and $50,000.
12. Bathrooms below $30,000
    Total project cost to have been below $30,000.
13. Finished Basement
    Remodels of basements to add living space.
14. Room Remodel
    An interior remodel that does not involve an addition or work done to a kitchen, bathroom or basement.
15. Deck/Porch/Outdoor Living
    Includes decks, porches and outdoor areas that extend the living area beyond the home, including pools and landscaping areas that incorporate decks, porches and free-standing structures.
16. Exterior Facelift
    Remodels including but not limited to siding, window replacement, door replacement, roofing, trim, etc.
17. Conservatory/Sunroom
    Addition of a conservatory or sunroom to a home.
18. Detached Structure
    May include but not limited to free-standing garages, sheds, offices, pool buildings, etc.
19. Historic Renovation
    Any project where work was done on an historic home.
20. Light Commercial
    Remodeling of a commercial structure which may include interior work, exterior work and additions.
21. Universal Design
    Any project with strong aesthetics built to enhance the lives of aging or disabled individuals.
22. Green Remodel
    Provide a brief explanation of the scope of the project and how your philosophy about green remodeling affected the work. Summarize the green aspects of the project. Include any certifications or test results.