2026 Best in Building Awards
Builder Awards
Review the awards available specifically to CRBRA Builder members, along with the judging criteria and submission materials required for each entry.
Builder Members: These awards are reserved for CRBRA Builder members. Builder members may also be eligible for Design, Marketing and Outdoor Living awards.
Awards & Entry Requirements
Use the table below to compare each award's judging criteria and required submission materials. On smaller screens, scroll horizontally to view the complete table.
| Award Name | Award Level | Judging Criteria | Written Responses | Project Photos | Before Photos | Plans / Drawings | Project Cost | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best New Basement | Creative approach, aesthetic appeal, market appeal, and functional value. | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Best New Custom Home | Under 3,500 sq. ft. 3,500+ sq. ft. |
Overall conceptual plan, interior layouts, and exterior elevations. | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | |
| Best New Kitchen | Creative approach, aesthetic appeal, and functionality. | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Best New Merchandised (Staged) Model | Approach for the target market; use of space, color, furniture, and accessories. | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | ||
| Best New Multi-family Project | Overall conceptual plan, interior layouts, and exterior elevations. | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Best New Primary Bath | Creative approach, aesthetic appeal, and functionality. | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Best New Utility or Special Use Space | Creative approach, aesthetic appeal, perceived value, marketability, and functional value. | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | Laundry room, mudroom, wine cellar, pantry, playroom, coffee bar, or home gym | |
| Best Non-Primary Bath | Creative approach, aesthetic appeal, and functionality. | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Best Single-family Spec Home (unstaged) | Overall conceptual plan, interior layouts, and exterior elevations. | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Best Twin House or Townhouse Project | Overall conceptual plan, interior layouts, and exterior elevations. | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Best Use of Green Building Concepts | Best use of elements including renewable and sustainable resources, energy-efficient systems, construction methods used to improve the overall performance of the home, and efforts to incorporate green design elements. | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
✓ indicates a required submission component. A dash indicates that the item is not required for that award.
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