The London Home Builders' Association is an interconnected web of builders, renovators, designers, creators, innovators and many more! Our awards celebrate the work of everyone involved, with categories to showcase your particular contribution.
London Home Builders' Association is proud to recognize the highest levels of achievement in the residential development and construction industry. LHBA members are among the most creative builders, renovators, designers, marketers, suppliers and salespeople in the region!
Please find the full list of categories below and before you begin your submissions review these award details:
- How to Enter
https://lhbaace.com/entry-proc... - Eligibility of Submissions and Criteria Notes https://lhbaace.com/eligibility-of-submissions
Design AwardsGROUP
D1 - Best New Indoor Living Space (Living Room/Bedroom/Bars/Basement/ Secondary Suite)
Requirements
Submit one room only per entry. Living Room, Bedroom, Bars, Basements, Secondary Suite or other such space.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
D2 - Best Renovated Indoor Living Space (Living Room/Bedroom/Bars/Basement/ Secondary Suite)
Requirements
Submit one room only per entry. Living Room, Bedroom, Bars, Basements, Secondary Suite or other such space.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
D3 - Best Outdoor Living Space (New or Renovated)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
D4 - Best Landscaping
Description
Recognizes unique or unusual use of concepts and material, use of landscape lighting, creativity and craftsmanship in residential landscape construction, maintenance, design, and lighting projects created by LHBA members.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
D5 - Best Kitchen Cabinetry (New)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
D6 - Best Kitchen Cabinetry (Renovated)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
D7 - Best Bathroom Cabinetry (New or Renovated)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
D8 - Best Home Organization Design (Closets, Butler Panties/Pantries, Laundry, Storage, Garage)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
New Home AwardsGROUP
N1 - Best New Kitchen in a Home (up to 2500 sq feet)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
N2 - Best New Kitchen in a Home (over 2500 sq feet)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
N3 - Best New Bathroom in a Home
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 25.0% |
| Creative use of space and materials | 25.0% |
N4 - Best New Exterior (Single Family Home)
Description
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Use of architectural features | 25.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials and landscaping | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
N5 - Best New Exterior (Multi Family)
Description
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Use of architectural features | 25.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials and landscaping | 25.0% |
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 25.0% |
N6 - Best New Townhome
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
N7 - Best Rental Townhome
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
N8 - Best Entry Level New Home (includes Detached or Attached – up to $850,000)
Requirements
This award reflects the same category as CHBA.
It recognizes excellence in the architectural qualities of new homes that are designed and built to be affordable to those entering the housing market (e.g. marketing to first-time buyers, new Canadians, etc.) including overall exterior and interior design, use of building forms and materials, creative use of space, functionality of floor plan, and overall appeal to the entry-level home market. Homes entered into this category must have a list price that does not exceed the maximum list price for the lowest 20% of absorbed detached or attached dwellings (from CMHC data). They can be attached or detached homes. For the London CMA that price for 2024 was $850,000.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
N9 - Best New Rental Mid/High Rise
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
N10 - Best NEW Mid/High Rise Home (Condo 4+ storey)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
N11 - Best New Single Family Home (up to 2000 sq feet)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
N12 - Best New Single Family Home (2000 - 3000 sq feet)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
N13 - Best New Single Family Home (over 3000 sq feet)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
N14 - LHBA New Home of the Year
Description
This award recognizes a new home of any size which stands out in space design and layout, overall appeal, functionality, uniqueness of interior and exterior design, creativity and use of materials as well as the compatibility of design to the client's lifestyle and needs.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
Renovation AwardsGROUP
R1 - Best Renovated Kitchen up to $100,000
Requirements
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Use of materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
R2 - Best Renovated Kitchen over $100,000
Requirements
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Use of materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
R3 - Best Renovated Bathroom
Requirements
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Use of materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
R4 - Best Renovated Exterior
Requirements
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 25.0% |
| Selection and use of building materials and landscaping | 25.0% |
| Use of architectural features/compatibility with existing features | 25.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of the client | 25.0% |
R5 - Best Renovation up to $100,000
Requirements
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| ? Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Use of materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
R6 - Best Renovation $101,000 - $250,000
Requirements
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Use of materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
R7 - Best Renovation over $250,001 - $500,000
Requirements
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Use of materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
R8 - Best Renovation over $500,000
Requirements
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appeal | 20.0% |
| Functionality of the floor plan | 20.0% |
| Creative use of space | 20.0% |
| Use of materials | 20.0% |
| Design compatibility to intended lifestyle of client | 20.0% |
Sales & Marketing AwardsGROUP
M1 - Best Project Branding
Requirements
This could include logos, project signage, A frames, model identification or media specific to a development including builder information packages.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Concept | 14.0% |
| Copy | 14.0% |
| Layout | 14.0% |
| Creativity | 14.0% |
| Impact | 14.0% |
| Appropriate use of the type of media | 15.0% |
| Overall design used to convey a message to the target market | 15.0% |
M2 - Best Merchandised Model Home
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall Appeal | 25.0% |
| Use of interior finishes to highlight features of the model home in relation to the target market and style of the home | 25.0% |
| Use of furnishings to highlight features of the model home in relation to the target market and style of the home | 25.0% |
| Use of accessories and window treatments to highlight features of the model home in relation to the target market and style of the home | 25.0% |
M3 - Best Digital Presence
Requirements
This category includes all online/digital presence including social media and requires photos/snippets of your digital presence and live link(s) examples for judges to review.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Originality, concept and execution of presentation | 16.0% |
| Creative use of media | 16.0% |
| Effective communication | 17.0% |
| Ease of use | 17.0% |
| Information architecture | 17.0% |
| Use of multiple platforms to promote business and interact with current and potential clients | 17.0% |
M4 - Best Show Room, Design Centre or Sales Office
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Overall appearance | 20.0% |
| Opportunity for customer interaction | 20.0% |
| Functionality of layout | 20.0% |
| Unique display of products | 20.0% |
| Innovative features | 20.0% |
M5 - NEW - Top Sales Achievement Awards
Description
New for 2025! These awards will be given to the top 10 highest sales achievers with a minimum $2.5 million dollar net total sales threshold. You may submit if you are an inside sales agent for an LHBA Member OR a Realtor working for an LHBA member (you will be asked to indicate on your submission).
Requirements
- Meet a minimum $2.5 million dollar (net) threshold.
- Total sales must be for LHBA member houses sold only
- Provide closing sale price (net) and address for each property that makes up the total
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Total dollar value sold | 100.0% |
Special Achievement AwardsGROUP
S1 - Jim Kennedy Project of the Year
Description
Jim Kennedy was passionate about the art and science of "Good Urban Design" and recognized its use and benefit to the London community. Adding Jim's name to this award makes it imperative that the ultimate winning project must be a leading example for the industry and community, excelling at both the subjective and objective elements of good urban design.
Requirements
Applies to Multi-family/Condo/Townhouse/Residential High Rise.
Submissions must have been built with partial occupancy. Elevations (or renderings) must be provided.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| How does this Project better the living environment of its residents and also represent excellence, innovation and future thinking. | 20.0% |
| Use of building materials and layout of individual dwellings units. This can be in a new construction or a restoration/transformation. | 20.0% |
| Attractiveness and usefulness of site amenities including landscaping, recreational facilities and communal areas, which provide comfort and convenience to residents. Highlight features, which are accessible for the physically challenged. | 20.0% |
| Visual attractiveness of the following mandatory concepts; Safety and convenience of vehicular traffic, parking areas and pedestrian amenities. | 20.0% |
| Overall attractiveness of multi-housing project. Encompassing but not limited to preservation of privacy, good view for residents and the use of sound urban planning principles. | 20.0% |
S2 - Supplier of the Year
Description
This award recognizes excellence in products and services of members by highlighting the supplier LHBA member company that sets the standard for the rest of the industry.
Requirements
Once the deadline of July 31, 2025 has passed, a survey will be sent to Builder and Renovator members for their completion.
A minimum of five completed surveys will be required to qualify each entry.
The results of the survey will be tabulated to determine the winners.
Members may enter only one of the two categories (S2 Supplier of the Year or S3 Sub-Trade of the Year).
Entry is made by the Supplier member.
Supplier - Member who supplies a product or service directly to the builder / renovator.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Customer service and overall customer recommendations | 100.0% |
S3 - Sub-Trade of the Year
Description
This award recognizes excellence in products and services of members by highlighting the Sub-Trade LHBA member company that sets the standard for the rest of the industry.
Requirements
Once the deadline of July 31, 2025 has passed, a survey will be sent to Builder and Renovator members for their completion.
A minimum of five completed surveys will be required to qualify each entry.
The results of the survey will be tabulated to determine the winners. Members may enter only one of the two categories (S2 Supplier of the Year or S3 Sub-Trade of the Year).
Entry is made by the Sub-trade member.
Sub-Trade - Member who supplies and installs a product directly to the builder / renovator.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Customer service and overall customer recommendations | 100.0% |
S4 - Renovator of the Year
Description
This award highlights the renovation LHBA member company that sets the standard for the rest of the industry through its leadership in improving the overall image of the industry.
Entry is made by a Renovator member.
To submit for a renovation award, Renovators must be a CHBA Verified RenoMark Renovator (or currently working with CHBA to be verified).
Click the link below to learn more and to access the verification system. https://www.chba.ca/renomark-members/
To ensure equitable scoring for various sizes of companies, Community Service will be measured against the number of employees in your organization in two areas:
- Total donations divided by number of employees
- Total Hours of Community Service divided by number of employees
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | 22.5% |
| Community Service | 22.5% |
| Support of the Industry | 22.5% |
| Unique Design | 22.5% |
| Customer Satisfaction | 10.0% |
S5 - Builder of the Year (Small Volume) - 5-30 home occupancies eligibility period
Description
This award highlights the home building LHBA member company that sets the standard for the rest of the industry through its leadership in improving the overall image of the industry.
Entry is made by a Builder member.
18 Month Eligibility Period - January 2024 - June 30, 2025
To ensure equitable scoring for various sizes of companies, Community Service will be measured against the number of employees in your organization in two areas:
- Total donations divided by number of employees
- Total Hours of Community Service divided by number of employees
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | 22.5% |
| Community Service | 22.5% |
| Support of the Industry | 22.5% |
| Unique Design | 22.5% |
| Customer Satisfaction Survery | 10.0% |
S6 - Builder of the Year (Large Volume) - 31 or more home occupancies eligibility period
Description
This award highlights the home building LHBA member company that sets the standard for the rest of the industry through its leadership in improving the overall image of the industry. Entry is made by a Builder member.
Entry is made by a Builder member.
18 Month Eligibility Period - January 2024 - June 30, 2025
To ensure equitable scoring for various sizes of companies, Community Service will be measured against the number of employees in your organization in two areas:
- Total donations divided by number of employees
- Total Hours of Community Service divided by number of employees
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | 22.5% |
| Community Service | 22.5% |
| Support of the Industry | 22.5% |
| Unique Design | 22.5% |
| Customer Satisfaction Survery | 10.0% |
S7 - Innovation Award
Description
This award recognizes an innovative product/service by an LHBA member that improves the residential and professional home building industry.d professional home building industry.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Concept or Innovative Element | 50.0% |
| Creativity | 25.0% |
| Target Market Relevance | 25.0% |
