Production Home: Single Detached (under $950,000)

Housing Design Awards 2025 | GOHBA Housing Design Awards

Requirements

These categories are intended for all members involved in building tract housing, defined as a house model or design that is constructed multiple times on a given site with only minimal customization by the purchaser. Mass production homes that have been substantially modified at the request of a purchaser, resulting in significant alterations or additions to the base floor plan, including structural or mechanical changes, will be considered Custom and must be submitted under one of the Custom Categories. If a developed basement is a standard feature in the home's design, it must be included in the calculation of the overall square footage.

Entry Requirements:

Digital Photos: 

  • 1 photograph of your main project image. This photo will be used for all awards/media purposes.
  • 1-2 photographs showing exterior views or renderings of the home and surroundings.
  • 5-10 photographs showing interior views of the home.
  • Please note that photos should be 300 dpi resolution and may be resized to facilitate loading for judges. Photos should be a maximum of 10 megabytes. 
  • Each photo should be given a unique name or number for identification purposes.

Written submission: The written submission (400 words maximum) should tell us how and why this design was so successful (in terms of sales success and/or customer satisfaction).

PDF of the site plan/floor plan:
All drawings and floor plans submitted MUST include the following:

• Overall room area and dimensions must be shown.
• Key components must be identified, including cabinetry, appliances, sinks, etc.

Keep in mind that proper line weights and presentation style drawings are encouraged. 3D views and colour renderings are permitted to enhance the intent of the design.

Criteria
Criterion Weight
Aesthetics/Appeal 20.0%
Functionality 20.0%
Cohesiveness 20.0%
Innovation/Unique Design 20.0%
Creative Use of Space 20.0%