Requirements
Projects entered in this category must be located within 150 km of Parliament Hill on the Ontario side. Any project outside this radius, or not located in Ontario (for example, Gatineau), must be submitted under the Anywhere in the World category.
This award honours an exceptional, fully built and completed community that demonstrates excellence in planning, design, and execution. Builders and developers are encouraged to submit entries jointly with their planning and/or architectural partners to showcase the collaborative vision behind the project.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Digital Photos:
- 1 photograph of your main project image. This photo will be used for all awards/media purposes. Please label this photo as your "main".
- 5 - 6 photographs of your choice featuring the community.
- 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 must be assigned a unique name or reference number for identification. Please do not include your company name, architect name, builder name, street name, client name, or any other identifying information that could link the photos to your organization. Failure to comply may result in the photos being removed from the judges' review.
Written Submission:
The written submission (maximum 400 words) should clearly articulate the project's overall concept and vision. It should outline the planning and design approach, explain how the site and land area are thoughtfully optimized, and demonstrate how the project exemplifies excellence in innovation and design. Submissions should also highlight key sustainable features and address environmental considerations incorporated into the project. Please do not include company name, builder name, architect name, street name, or any other identifying features in this written description. This written description is intended for judges' review only. A condensed version will later be required to display on the finalist monitors.
PDF of the Site Pan/Floor Plan:
Please ensure that no company name, architect name, builder name, logo, street name, client name, or any other identifying features appear on any drawings, floor plans, or related materials. Failure to comply may result in the materials being removed from the judges' review.
3D views and colour renderings are permitted to enhance the intent of the design.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Site Planning and Use of Land | 25.0% |
| Innovation / Design | 25.0% |
| Mix of Uses and Amenities | 25.0% |
| Environmental/Sustainability Considerations | 25.0% |