2023 Awards of Excellence

2023 Awards of Excellence Entry Instructions

The Awards of Excellence are presented annually to outstanding builders, planners, architects, developers, designers, merchandisers, advertising, and other housing-related professionals. We also award Special Categories in the area of Professional Development and Sales. Residential and Commercial construction professionals actively involved in projects located in New Jersey and its neighboring states are eligible to participate.

Featuring multiple categories, the Awards of Excellence (AOE) encompasses all facets of the residential, commercial and remodeling industries. From overall design to sustainability, the awards program offers categories for each participant in the construction industry.

The Awards of Excellence program is affiliated with Metropolitan Builders and Contractors Association of NJ (METRO), the local chapter of the New Jersey Builders Association (NJBA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

 

ELIGIBLE ENTRIES

Entries will be accepted by builder, remodeler and associate members in good standing with NJBA. Builder entries for new home construction and remodeling projects must be built in New Jersey or its neighboring states during the period of January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2022.

Projects for which the architect or builder is a member of the 2023 panel of judges are not eligible for the 2023 AOE competition. 

EXCLUSIONS

Previous AOE Project Winners are not eligible in the same category for the same project, unless there have been distinct changes to the previously submitted project or entry.  Projects having previously won will however be considered for another category.

HOW TO ENTER

To enter your projects for the 2023 Awards of Excellence, select the number of entries you plan to submit per category and submit payment through this online portal.

Once payment has been processed, you will be assigned an entry number for each paid submission. 

Members may submit as many entries as they wish in each category, and each entry requires an additional fee. Pay by VISA/MasterCard/ AMEX.  (Credit cards are the preferred payment for all entries)

(If you must pay by check please mail payment to Metropolitan Builders and Contractors Association of NJ – 39 East Hanover Avenue Suite B4, Morris Plains, NJ 07950)

 

ENTRY FEES

EARLY BIRD - Entries Must Be Received By January 31, 2023 -  $125 per entry

Entries Submitted after January 31, 2023 -   $175 per entry 

Million Dollar Sales & Leasing Club Entry Fees Received by Jan. 31 - $25 per entry

Million Dollar Sales & Leasing Club Entry Fees Received after Jan. 31 - $35 per entry

All Entry Materials Due No Later Than March 15, 2023. No Exceptions.

Submit your entry by January 31, 2023 and your company will be entered into a drawing. The winner of the drawing will be featured in our May or June OnSite Magazine.

 

JUDGING

Each entry will be judged on its merits by a panel of non-member judges, independent judges who are recognized for their expertise in the industry. All decisions of the judges are final.

 

CANCELLATION POLICY

No refunds will be issued for entry fees or event tickets.

No exceptions.

 

IMPORTANT DATES

All Entry Materials Due No Later Than March 15, 2023.

Announcement of Finalists – June 14, 2023 at the AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE GALA

 

STEPS TO ENTER

• You must be a Member of NJBA with a valid membership in place both at time of entry and award presentation date. Nonmembers can join on www.metrobca.org to become eligible to enter.

• Please complete Entry Application and pay entry fees no later than March 15, 2023.  All entry materials are also due by March 15, 2023.

• Materials for all entries may differ by category. It is the responsibility of the entrant to ensure all required materials are submitted.

• All materials submitted become the property of METRO for use in advertising and promotion of the AOE Event and its winners.

• NEW THIS YEAR -  All entry information is submitted electronically using the METRO designated website.

• Eligible entries include any project or development that was open for sale, lease, or rental at any time after January 1st, 2022.

• Eligible Builder entries for new home construction and remodeling projects must be built in NJ and neighboring states during the period of January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2022. 

• Photos and Entry Forms are required for all entries.

• Entries must be in the state of NJ or surrounding states.

• Entries will be disqualified if materials are not uploaded by Midnight March 15th, 2023. NO REFUNDS will be issued.

Category Information

There are over 150 categories available, they include: New Construction Awards – Remodeling Awards - Architectural Awards – Engineering Awards – Sales & Marketing Awards – Community of the Year – Home of the Year – Individual Achievement Awards and The Metro Partnership Award

 

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS/ ALL CATEGORIES

 

• Identification of Materials –  MAKE SURE UPLOADED DOCUMENTS ARE NAMED WITH CORRECT ENTRY CATEGORY and Model/Address/Site as required.

• Different categories have different requirements for submission. Make sure to carefully review the instructions and requirements for each category. Incomplete entries will not be judged or will be docked points for items incomplete.

• Impact and Project statements will be required for each entry unless otherwise specified. The statements should address the unique challenges or elements of the project such as how the marketing/project objectives were met, any unique features of the entry and outstanding features. 

• All entries shall be submitted digitally through file sharing services. No paper copies shall be accepted.

• All entries must include an entry form.

• All digital images shall be submitted in JPEG format at a minimum of 300 DPI. (800 w x 600h pixels)
• All PDFs submitted shall be high resolution.

 IMPORTANT ENTRY DETAILS

 

• Eligible entries include any project or development that was open, for sale, lease, or rental at any time after January 1st, 2022. 

• Projects that have previously won an Award of Excellence may not be entered into the same category for which they have won unless there have been distinct and obvious design changes. Projects having previously won will however be considered in another category. 

• Projects for which the architect or builder is a member of the 2023 panel of judges are not eligible for the 2023 AOE competition.

 

ENTRY CATEGORIES AND REQUIRED MATERIALS

New Construction

New Construction Judging Criteria: Projects will be judged based on Project Details, Site Preparation, Construction, Materials and Project Management.

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

 

New Construction Requirements:

• Ensure your photos are high quality and represent the full scope of your entry.

• Multiple page PDFs for floor plans and drawings should be uploaded.  

• Short statement describing project, technology used, goals and project challenges and successes. VIP TIP: This is your chance to talk about what is not obvious including unique or high-quality materials.

• No document or file can exceed 10 MB in size. All entries must include an entry form form. All digital images shall be submitted in JPEG format at a minimum of 300 DPI. Images should be 1800 pixels wide. All PDFs submitted shall be high resolution.

• Please follow judging criteria and submission requirements for each entry.

 

All New Construction Categories Require: 

 

1. Entry Form
2. Site Plan – This may be a single home “footprint” or part of the entire project site, or both. At least one drawing should show a typical home on a typical lot, with lot dimensions shown.
3. Floor Plan or Blue Print

 

BUILDERS NEW CONSTRUCTION

 

101:     Builder Company Black & White Ad

102:     Builder Company Color Ad

103:     Builder Black and White Ad for a Community

104:     Builder Color Ad for a Community

105:     Builder Digital Display Ad

106:     Builder Billboard Advertising – Traditional

107:     Builder Billboard Advertising – Digital Display

Judging Criteria: Overall design, concept, information content-copy, layout, creativity and appropriateness for target market.

Submission Requirements: 1 photo of ad. All digital images shall be submitted in JPEG format at a minimum of 300 DPI. Images should be 1800 pixels wide. All PDFs submitted shall be high resolution.

 

108:     Builder TV or Radio Commercial

109:     Builder Community TV Commercial

110:     Builder Community Radio Commercial

111:     Builder Community Sales Presentation

Judging Criteria: Technical production, concept, script, creativity and appropriateness for target market.

Submission Requirements: Upload link or video/sound ad.

 

112:     Builder Company Brochure

113:     Builder Brochure for a Community

Judging Criteria: Overall design, jacket-cover design, concept, information, content-copy, layout and appropriateness for target market

Submission Requirements: 4 photos of brochure

 

114:     Builder Direct Mail Piece – New Media / Electronic (E-Newsletters, E-Blast, E-Brochure)

115:     Builder Direct Mail Piece – Traditional Media/Print

Judging Criteria: Concept/Theme, overall design, creativity, information, content-copy, clarity of message.

Submission Requirements: Written description (one page) explaining the campaign, target market, goals and results.  3 photos of the mailing or appropriate links.

 

116: Best Use of Social Media for a Corporate or Community Presence.

Note: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, etc.

Judging Criteria: Concept or strategy, consistency, audience engagement, overall design, creativity, appropriateness for target market and results.

Submission Requirements: Written statement (one page) explaining concept or strategy.  Include URL/link viewable by the Judges at their own computer.

 

117:     Builder Company Logo

118:     Builder Company Logo for a Community (for sale or rental)

Judging Criteria:  Overall design, eye appeal, graphic concepts, and theme.

Submission Requirements: 1 photo of logo

 

119:     Builder Company Website

120:     Builder Website for a Community

Judging Criteria: Technical production, concept, ease of site navigation, level of professionalism and overall creativity.

Submission Requirements: Provide Website Address.

 

121:     Builder Special Promotion / Event

Judging Criteria:  Concept/theme, overall design, creativity of materials developed for a special promotion/event or a presale, grand opening, direct mail campaign, newsletter, or other limited marketing campaign and approach to target market.

Submission Requirements: Written description (one page) of the nature of the promotion/event, its goals, results and target market.  Supporting materials may include flyers, mailers or other collateral material.  3 photos of the event.

122:     Builder Sales Office

Judging Criteria: Traffic flow, presentation of information, décor, theme of environment and curb appeal.

Submission Requirements: 4 photos including 1 exterior and 3 interior shots.

 

123:     Builder Landscaping Design for a Single-Family Home

124:     Builder Landscaping Design for a Community

Judging Criteria: Curb appeal, function, overall design and creativity.

Submission Requirements: 3 photos showing different landscaping areas.

 

125: Builder Signage for a Community

Judging Criteria: Overall design, creativity, curb appeal, readability and appropriateness for the target market.

Submission Requirements: 3 photos showing the main sign and 2 other signs of your choice.

 

126:     Builder Model Home – Under $500,000 (for sale)

127:     Builder Model Home - $500,000 - $750,000 (for sale)

128:     Builder Model Home – Over $750,000 (for sale)

129:     Builder Model Home – Under $2,500 per month (rental)

130:     Builder Model Home – Over $2,500 per month (rental)

Judging Criteria: Approach to target market, overall design, use of space, interior floor plan, flow and exterior design.

Submission Requirements: 4 photos including 1 exterior and 3 interior photos.  1 floor plan and list price.  Identify Model on plan submitted with Model Name.

 

131:     Builder Community Clubhouse

Judging Criteria: Exterior design, interior floor plan, traffic flow and use of space.

Submission Requirements: 4 photos including 1 exterior and 3 interior photos.  1 floor plan.

 

132:     Builder Accessory Building

Examples: Garage, Guest Cottage, Barn, Gazebo, Pool Cabana, Solar Installation, Outdoor Living Space/Amenities etc.

Judging Criteria: Exterior design, interior floor plan, flow, use of space and overall design.

Submission Requirements: 4 photos including 1 exterior and 3 interior photos.  1 floor plan or full set of blueprints.

 

133:     Builder Specialty Feature Room (internal)

Examples: Billiard, Game Room, Media, Wine Cellar, Pool, Library, Home Theatre, Kitchen & Bath etc.

Judging Criteria: Overall design, interior floor plan, flow, and use of space.

Submission Requirements: 3 photos of your choice.  1 floor plan or full set of blueprints.

 

134:  Builder Accessibility Design

This award was created to recognize new construction projects for clients with special needs or disabilities that maximized their accessibility for multi-family and single-family homes.

Judging Criteria: Overall design, creative use of space, interior floor plan, flow and special feature needs.

Submission Requirements: Submit a 250 word statement describing the noteworthy aspects of the project and how you met the specific challenges associated with the project.  4 photos (interior and exterior as applicable).   1 floor plan or full set of blueprints.

 

135:     “Green” Building Construction

Judging Criteria: Exterior design, landscaping, building components/materials, interior floor plan, and “green /recyclable and sustainable features” as indicated in the Marketing Statement.

Submission Requirements: One page marketing statement from the builder explaining how the project qualifies as “green/sustainable” construction, including support materials, certifications, awards etc. 4 photos including 1 exterior and 3 interior views.  Photos should identify “green/recyclable and sustainable” features.  1 floor plan or 1 full set of architectural plans, including site plan.

 

NEW CONSTRUCTION PRODUCT DESIGN:

Judging Criteria:  Overall design, exterior design, interior floor plan, flow and use of space.

Submission Requirements: 4 photos including 1 exterior and 3 interior photos.  1 brochure floor plan or 1 full set of blueprints.  Submit only the required number of photos- extra photos will not be considered.  

136:     Affordable (Mount Laurel) Home

137:     Commercial Building – Retail Use

138:     Commercial Building – Office Building

139:     Commercial Building – Institutional / Educational

140:     Commercial Building – Mixed Use (residential and commercial)

141:     Assisted Living Facility

142:     Rental Community – Under $2,500 per month

143:     Rental Community – Over $2,500 per month

144:     Attached Home (townhouse) – Under $500,000 (sale) or Under $2,500 per month (rental)

145:     Attached Home (townhouse) – Over $500,000 (sale) or Over $2,500 per month (rental)

146:     Multi-Family Housing (mid/high rise) – Under $500,000 (sale) or Under $2,500 per month (rental)

147:     Multi-Family Housing (mid/high rise) – Over $500,000 (sale) or Over $2,500 per month (rental)

148:     Mixed Use Community/Project (for sale or rental)  Note: Includes redevelopment sites.

 

Note: For categories 149 – 159 Single Family and Custom Home Entries should be based on the market value of the house/land package.

149:     Modular Home

150:     Single Family Home – Under $500,000

151:     Single Family Home - $500,000 - $750,000

152:     Single Family Home - $750,000 - $1,000,000

153:     Single Family Home - $1,000,000 - $2,000,000

154:     Single Family Home – Over $2,000,000

155:     Custom Single Family Home – Under $500,000

156:     Custom Single Family Home -  $500,000 - $750,000

157:     Custom Single Family Home - $750,000 - $1,000,000

158:     Custom Single Family Home - $1,000,000 - $2,000,000

159:     Custom Single Family Home – Over $2,000,000

Note: Custom Home: A unique, one-of-a-kind home designed for a specific client.

 

HOME OF THE YEAR

160:     HOME OF THE YEAR

Another prestigious award is the Home of the Year Award.  Recipients demonstrate quality craftsmanship in construction, design and curb appeal. Builder entry categories for each home of the year award: Submit a minimum of 4 categories. (No fee required for this entry)

Categories:

Kitchen: 133, 221, 222, 223

Bathroom: 133, 224, 225

Feature Room of Your Choice: 133

Outdoor Living Space: 135, 218

Finished Basement:  133

Website / Social Media: 116, 119

Submission Requirements:  All photos submitted must be 800 w x 600h pixels at a minimum of 300dpi. Preferred format - a high resolution jpg. Photos should include comprehensive view of the home including product design, streetscape and outdoor space.

Judging Criteria:  The award will be presented to the builder that earns the highest total number of points for each category as determined by the judges.

Complete both the entry form (for required individual submissions) and the Home of the Year Form.

COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR

One of the most prestigious awards is the Community of the Year Award.  Recipients demonstrate excellence in a wide variety of sales, marketing and product design.

170:     Attached Home Community of the Year

171:     Multi-Family Mid/High Rise Housing Community of the Year

172:     Rental Community of the Year

173:     Adult Community of the Year

174:     Single Family Home Community of the Year- less than 25 homes

175:     Single Family Home Community of the Year- more than 25 homes

176:     Mixed Use Community of the Year (residential and commercial combined)

Submission Requirements: Complete both the entry form (for required individual submissions) and the Community of the Year Form. All photos submitted must be 800 w x 600h pixels at a minimum of 300dpi. Preferred format - a high resolution jpg. Completed Community of the Year Entry Form plus one entry in Product Design along with a minimum of 5 other categories. Submit an Impact/Marketing Statement (no more than one page) describing the marketing plan, sales success/results, any challenges or constraints overcome, unique approach to specific target market design used and how the Community was positioned to gain the competitive edge. Photos should include comprehensive views of the Community including product design, streetscape, clubhouse, outdoor spaces and common interior and exterior spaces. 

Builder Entry Categories for Each Community of the Year Award:

Categories: *Product Design Required, plus 5 other categories.

Product Design: (Choose from categories #142-159)

Ad: 103, 104

Billboard: 106, 107

TV Commercial: 109

Radio Commercial: 110

Sales Presentation Video: 111

Brochure: 113

Direct Mail Piece: 114, 115

Social Media:  116

Logo:  118

Website: 120

Special Promotion / Event: 121

Sales Office: 122

Landscaping Design: 124

Signage: 125

Model Home: 126, 127, 128, 129, 130

Clubhouse: 131

Accessory Building: 132

Specialty Feature Room: 133

Builder Accessibility Design: 134

Green Building Construction: 135

Judging Criteria:  The Award will be presented to the Community that earns the highest total number of points for each category entered as determined by the judges.

 

BUILDER – REMODELING/RENOVATION PROJECTS

Note: for marketing submissions – use Builder Categories

210:     Accessibility Renovation

This award was created to recognize renovation projects for clients with special needs or disabilities that maximized their accessibility for multi-family and single family homes.

Judging Criteria: Overall design, creative use of space, interior floor plan, flow and special needs feature.

Submission Requirements: Submit a 250 word statement describing the noteworthy aspects of the project and how you met the specific challenges associated with the project.  8 photos including 4 Before and 4 After views (including applicable exterior or interior views). 1 floor plan or full set of blueprints.

 

211:     “Green” Building Renovation

Judging Criteria: Exterior design, landscaping, sensitivity to existing structures, creative approach, building components/materials, interior floor plan and “green/recyclable and sustainable features” as indicated in Marketing Statement.

Submission Requirements: Submit a Marketing Statement (one page) from the builder explaining how the project qualifies as “Green/Sustainable” construction, including support materials, certifications, awards etc.  8 photos including 4 Before and 4 After views (including applicable exterior or interior views). Photos should identify “green/recyclable and sustainable” features used.  1 floor plan or full set of blueprints including the site plan.

 

ADDITIONS, ALTERATIONS AND RENOVATIONS

Judging Criteria:  Creative approach, exterior design, interior floor plan, sensitivity to existing structure, use of existing elements and use of space.

Submission Requirements:  Include a brief description (one page) about the goals and objectives of the project.  8 photos including 4 Before and 4 After (including exterior or interior views) and 1 floor plan or one full set of blueprints of finished product.

Note:  Before and after photos must be taken of the same view as best possible.  Submit ONLY the required number of photos – extra photos will not be considered by the judges.

212:     Affordable (Mount Laurel) Housing Renovation

213:     Historic Renovation – Commercial

214:     Historic Renovation- Residential

Note: Must be 75 years old or more to be considered Historic.  The renovation must preserve the original integrity of the house or building.

215:     Commercial Renovation – Under $500,000

216:     Commercial Renovation - $500,000 - $1,000,000

217:     Commercial Renovation – Over $1,000,000

218:     Outdoor Living Space

219:     Accessory Building Renovation

Examples: Garage, Guest Cottage, Barn, Gazebo, Pool, Cabana, Solar Installation, etc.

220:     Special Feature Room Renovation (Interior)

Examples: Billiard, Game Room, Media, Wine Cellar, Pool, Library, Home Theatre, Finished Basement, etc.

221:     Remodeled Kitchen – Under $50,000

222:     Remodeled Kitchen - $50,000 - $100,000

223:     Remodeled Kitchen – Over $100,000

224:     Remodeled Bathroom – Under $25,000

225:     Remodeled Bathroom – Over $25,000

226:     Residential Addition or Alteration Under $50,000

227:     Residential Addition or Alteration $50,000 - $150,000

228:     Residential Addition or Alteration $150,000 - $250,000

229:     Residential Addition or Alteration $250,000 - $500,000

230:     Residential Addition or Alteration $500,000 - $750,000

231:     Residential Addition or Alteration Over $750,000

 

ASSOCIATES

301:     Associate Member Company Black & White Ad

302:     Associate Member Company Color Ad

303:     Associate Member Company “OnSite” Newsletter Ad

304:     Associate Member Digital Display Ad

Judging Criteria: Overall design, concept, information content-copy, layout and appropriateness for target market.

Submission Requirements: 1 photo of ad.

 

305:     Associate Member Billboard Advertising – Traditional

306:     Associate Member Billboard Advertising – Digital Display

Judging Criteria: Overall design, creativity, concept, readability and appropriateness for target market.

Submission Requirements: 1 photo of the billboard ad. 

 

307:     Associate Member TV Commercial

308:     Associate Member Radio Commercial

309:     Associate Member Sales Presentation Video

Judging Criteria: Technical production, concept, script, creativity and appropriateness for target market.

Submission Requirements: commercial, video or link.

 

310:     Associate Member Company Brochure

Judging Criteria: Overall design, jacket cover design, concept, information, content-copy, layout and appropriateness for target market.

Submission Requirements: 4 photos of brochure (your choice)

 

311:     Associate Member Direct Mail Piece – New Media (electronic)  E-Newsletters, E-Blasts, E-Brochure, etc.

312:     Associate Member Direct Mail Piece – Traditional Media (Print)

Judging Criteria:  Concept/theme, overall design, creativity, information, content-copy, clarity of message.

Submission Requirements: A written description (one page) explaining the campaign, target market, goals and results.  3 photos of the mailing piece or appropriate links.

 

313:     Best Use of Social Media for a Business Presence  (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Snapchat, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest etc.)

Judging Criteria:  Concept or strategy, consistency, audience engagement, overall design, creativity, appropriateness for target market and results.

Submission Requirements:  Written Statement (one page) explaining concept or strategy.  Include link or URL visible to the judges.

 

314:  Associate Member Company Logo

Judging Criteria:  Overall design, eye appeal, graphic concepts, and theme.

Submission Requirements: 1 photo of logo

 

315:     Associate Member Company Website

Judging Criteria:technical production, concept, ease of site naviation, level of professionalism and overall creativity.

Submission Requirements: Provide website address.

 

316:     Associate Member Special Promotion / Event

Judging Criteria:  Concept/theme, overall design, creativity of materials developed for a special promotion/event or a presale, grand opening, direct mail campaign, newsletter, or other limited marketing campaign and approach to target market.

Submission Requirements: Written description (one page) of the nature of the promotion/event, its goals, results and target market.  Supporting materials may include flyers, mailers or other collateral material.  3 photos of the event

 

317:     Associate Member Creative Sales & Marketing Support

Note: Development & implementation of creative sales & marketing support or promotion for a client including advertising, website design, logo design, graphic design, brochure design, merchandising, public relations, photography, special promotion or event, special creative financing, etc.  Note: Special consideration for other types of creative support will be considered.  Contact the Metro office to discuss.

Judging Criteria:  Overall design, information content-copy, creativity, concept/theme, and appropriateness to target market.

Submission Requirements: Submit one photo of ads, brochure jacket cover, logo etc.  Submit up to 3 photos of special event/promotion, direct mail piece etc.  Include related materials, brochure jacket cover, logo, direct mail piece, link to website or commercials.  Include a brief statement (one page) about the event.

 

318:     Associate Member Company Showroom or Sales Display

Judging Criteria:  Traffic flow, presentation of information and selections décor and theme of environment.

Submission Requirements: 3 photos and a floor plan (if applicable).

 

319:     Associate Member Kitchen Design

320:     Associate Member Bathroom Design

321:     Associate Member Closet Design

322:     Associate Member Special Feature Room (Example: Billiard, Game Room, Media, Wine Cellar, Library, Home Theatre etc)

Judging Criteria:  Overall design, interior floor plan, use of space, flow and creativity.

Submission Requirements: 3 photos of finished product and a floor plan.

 

323:     Associate Member Landscaping Design

Judging Criteria: Curb appeal, function, overall design and creativity.

Submission Requirements: 3 photos showing different landscaping areas.

 

324:  Associate Member Outdoor Space

Judging Criteria:  Overall design, creativity, special features, exterior landscaping or interior decorations and visual appeal.

Submission Requirements:  3 photos of project.

 

325:     Associate Member Residential Lighting – Interior Design

326:     Associate Member Residential Lighting – Exterior Design

Judging Criteria:  Overall design, visual appeal, functional use, highlight of elements of space and creativity.

Submission Requirements:  3 photos of design showing applicable views of the project.

 

327:  Associate Member Interior Merchandising Design (sale or rental)

Judging Criteria: Approach for target market, creativity, use of space, use of color, impact of furniture and accessories.

Submission Requirements:  3 photos of design showing applicable views of project.  Floor plan and current list price.

 

328:  Associate Member Creative Use of Tile, Marble, Stone or Brick Interior or Exterior.

Judging Criteria:  Overall design, visual appeal, functional use, creativity, special features.

Submission Requirements:  3 photos of design showing applicable views of project.

 

329:  Associate Member Aging-in-Place/Universal Design

Judging Criteria:  Approach to target market, creativity, use of space, aesthetics and significant modifications based on client’s needs.

Submission Requirements:  3 photos of design showing applicable views of the project, floor plan and brief statement explaining the objectives and goals of the project.  Include mention in the statement if entrant is *CAPS certified (Certified Aging-in Place Specialist). *not required for entry.

 

330:  Associate Member Home Automation / Smart Home Design

Judging Criteria: Overall design, visual appeal, functionality, creativity, system integration and special features.

Submission Requirements:  3 photos of design showing applicable views of the project.  1 floor plan and a brief statement explaining the goals and objectives of the project.

 

331:  Associate Member “Green” Theme Promotion

Judging Criteria:  Concept/theme, overall design, creativity of materials developed with focus on ‘green’ marketing and approach to target market. 

Submission Requirements:  One-page written description of the nature of the ‘green’ promotion, its goals, results and target market. Include 3 photos. Supporting material may include flyers, mailers or other collateral material.

 

ASSOCIATE MEMBER  - ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

332:     Residential – Single Family New Construction – Under 3500 Sq. Ft

333:     Residential – Single Family New Construction – Over 3,500 Sq. Ft

334:     Residential – Single Family Renovation

335:     Residential – Multi-Family New Construction

336:     Residential – Accessory Building

337:     Commercial – New Construction

338:     Commercial – Renovation

Judging Criteria:  Exterior design, interior floor plan, flow, use of space.  Where applicable show observance of sustainable design practices.

Submission Requirements:  For new construction submit 4 photos including 1 exterior view and 3 photos of your choice.  Include plans or blueprints including exterior elevations and optional building sections.  Include a one-page brief statement about the goals and objectives of the project.

 

ASSOCIATE MEMBER – ENGINEERING DESIGN

339:     Site Design – Single Family Home

340:     Site Design – Single Family Home Subdivision

341:     Site Design – Multi-Family Housing or Mixed Use Building

342:     Site Design – Commercial Property

343:     Site Design – Brownfield Redevelopment

344:     Site Design – Stormwater Management

345:     Site Design – Waterfront Engineering

346:     Site Design – Historic Building Preservation

347:     Site Design -  Adaptive Reuse

348:     Site Design – Habitat Restoration

349:     Site Design – Sustainability Project (geothermal, solar or recycling)

Judging Criteria:  Curb appeal, overall  design, creative use of property, sensitivity to surrounding area.

Submission Requirements:  Submit 4 photos.  Include pertinent plans or blueprints, as well as a one-page brief statement about the goals and objectives of the project.

 

INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT

Note: The following categories are open to all members.

401:     New Home Sales Person of the Year

402:     New Home Sales Team of the Year

Judging Criteria:  Achievement of highest total dollar volume (minimum $2.5 million required) of contracted new home sales from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022, as well as other areas of responsibility (marketing, training, processing, management etc.). Dollar volume of contracted sales are based on the final selling price and only on sales of products built by a member in good standing of NJBA.

Submission Requirements: Address, date and final sales price of each new home sale from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022.  Submit a one-page description explaining how nominee qualifies by meeting judging criteria.  Include a picture.

 

403:     Special Achievement in New Home Sales

Judging Criteria: Achievement of set goals for number of sales, volume of sales, and closing ratios, Achievement in other areas of responsibility (marketing, training, processing, management, etc.) in addition to sales, special personal qualities that enhance professionalism and difficulties encountered in selling the product with a definition of how they were overcome.

Submission Requirements: Submit a one-page description explaining how nominee qualifies by meeting judging criteria plus any pertinent additional comments. Include 1 photo of nominee.

 

404:     Leasing Consultant of the Year

Judging Criteria: Achievement of highest number of executed leases, volume of leases and closing ratios during January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. Other areas of responsibility (marketing, training, processing, management, etc.) in addition to renting. Special personal qualities which enhance professionalism. Difficulties encountered in renting the product and how they were overcome. No nominee may be entered in more than one Individual Achievement category except as part of a team.

Submission Requirements: Submit a one page description explaining how nominee qualifies by meeting judging criteria plus any pertinent additional comments. Include 1 photo of nominee.

 

405:     Leasing Consultant Team of the Year

Judging Criteria: Achievement of highest number of executed leases, volume of leases and closing ratios during January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. Other areas of responsibility (marketing, training, processing, management, etc.) in addition to renting. Special personal qualities which enhance professionalism. Difficulties encountered in renting the product and how they were overcome. No nominee may be entered in more than one Individual Achievement category except as part of a team.

Submission Requirements: Submit a one-page description explaining how the team qualifies by meeting judging criteria plus any pertinent additional comments. Include 1 photo of team.

 

406:     Sales Manager of the Year (General)

Judging Criteria: Nominee must directly manage and train on-site sales personnel, personal qualities that enhance professionalism, and difficulties encountered selling the project or product/service and how they were overcome.

Submission Requirements: Submit a one page description outlining nominee’s sales training program and sales objectives including nominee’s techniques for successful sales management and training. Include 1 photo of nominee.

 

407:     Rookie of the Year (General)

Nominees must be in their first year of sales hired after December 31, 2021.

Judging Criteria: Achievement of set goals for number of sales, volume of sales and closing ratios, other areas of responsibility (marketing, training, processing, management, etc.) in addition to sales, special personal qualities that enhance professionalism, and difficulties encountered in selling the product/service with a definition of how they were overcome and the level of growth achieved during first year.

Submission Requirements: Submit a one-page statement describing how nominee qualifies by meeting judging criteria plus any other pertinent comments. Include 1 photo of nominee.

 

408:     Marketing Executive of the Year (General)

Judging Criteria: Development and implementation of marketing policy including market research, product development, marketing plan, merchandising and advertising, special personal qualities that enhance professionalism, and difficulties encountered in marketing the product/service and how they were overcome.

Submission Requirements: Submit a one page description outlining nominee’s marketing plan for the year and how the nominee accomplished the goals and objectives. Include 1 photo of nominee.

 

409:     Project Manager of the Year

Judging Criteria: Ability to manage and coordinate the overall job and meet construction deadlines, support of sales effort by handling requests for changes and custom features efficiently, problems encountered during completion of project and how they were overcome, and special personal qualities that enhance professionalism.

Submission Requirements:  Submit a one page descrition outlining the project and the construction schedule, and how the construction goals were achieved. Describe how nominee qualifies by meeting the judging criteria plus any pertinent additional comments and problems encountered during completion of project and how they were overcome. Include special personal qualities that enhance professionalism should be noted. Include 1 photo of nominee

 

410:     Sub-Contractor of the Year

Note: Must be nominated by a Builder.

Nominee must be a member in good standing of Metro or NJBA.

Judging Criteria: Ease of partnership with the nominated subcontractor, subcontractor’s expertise in their field, and how the subcontractor provided excellent service or advisement/consulting services that led to a positive result for the job (i.e. saving time or money, going above expectations on service, etc.).

Submission Requirements: Submit no more than a one page description from a builder member, explaining how the nominee qualifies by meeting judging criteria, plus any other pertinent comments. Include 1 photo of nominee.

 

411:     The Give Back Award (Community Involvement)

Judging Criteria: Nominee has showcased his/her philanthropic ways by supporting a community or organization close to their heart.

Submission Requirements: Submit no more than a one page descrition from a member, explaining how the nominee qualifies by meeting judging criteria, plus any other pertinent comments. Include 1 photo of nominee.

 

412:     Metro’s Partnership Award

This is award is given to a member of Metro who consistently finds ways to work with members. This member lives by our motto of ‘Members Doing Business with Members’.

Submission Requirements: Submit names of Metro members that you have worked with from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022. 

 

MILLION DOLLAR CLUB & LEASING EXCELLENCE CLUB FORM

501:     Million Dollar Club

The Million Dollar Club Awards will be presented to those new home sales representatives who achieved $1 Million or more in new home sales.  Any sale where a contract/agreement of sale was fully executed during the period from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022 is eligible.  Only sales of products built in NJ and its neighboring states by builder in good standing with NJBA will be considered.   Please note: submission in any other category will not automatically mean recognition in the Million Dollar Club.

Platinum: Over $10 million

Gold:  $5 million to $9.99 million

Silver: $2 million to $4.99 million

Bronze: $1 million to $1.99 million

 

502:     Leasing Excellence Club

Awards will be presented to leasing consultants who executed 25 leases or more from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. Please note: submission in any other category will not automatically mean recognition in the Leasing Excellence Club.

Platinum: Over 150 leases

Gold: 100 to 150 leases

Silver: 50 to 99 leases

Bronze: 25 to 49 leases

 

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