Submit Your Project for the 2021 Building Awards!
The Chamber's Building Awards Program, now in its 59th year and sponsored this year by National Grid, acknowledges the building and design industries' ability to adapt to the diversity of Staten Island's growing population. Each entry will be judged on its own merit by a panel of judges representing a cross section of several building-related industries.
Entries can be submitted for commercial, residential and mixed-use projects including new construction, renovations, alternations/additions, historical renovations, Sandy renovations, kitchens, bathrooms and other single rooms.
Entries can be submitted by a project’s owner, architect/engineer, builder, general contractor, certified interior designer, interior decorator, craftsman, and/or landscape contractor/designer. Each entry will be judged on its own merit by a panel of judges representing a cross section of several building-related industries.
The event will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021 at the Island Chateau.
The Categories:
EXTERIOR: This category applies to the general design, construction and craftsmanship of the exterior of a residential or commercial structure. Exterior entries should be submitted by the architect for design and the builder or general contractor for construction.
INTERIOR: This category applies to the general design, construction and craftsmanship of the interior of a residential or commercial structure. It includes lighting, interior design, custom cabinetry and articulation of space. Interior entries should be submitted by the architect or certified interior designer for design and the builder or general contractor for construction.
INTERIOR DECORATING: This category applies to interior decorating/design by creating beauty through the proper choice of color, fabrics, window treatments, accessories and accents, as well as furniture selection and placement.
OUTDOOR SPACE: This category is a specialized award for outstanding design and/or decorating in an outdoor space. It includes landscape design and/or hardscaping. It recognizes the creation of beauty in an outdoor space through color, lighting, furniture selection and placement, and other elements of design that create a unique atmosphere in an exterior space.
SPECIALTY CRAFTSMANSHIP: This category applies to a particular element in a project, such as a handmade fireplace, staircase, stained-glass window, sculpture, mural or specific piece of art created for a residential or commercial project. The element must become an integral part of the structure. The craftsman/artist must show mastery of their craft, originality, and visual appeal.
GREEN BUILDING: This category applies to structures that have included the principles of green design and lessening the carbon footprint. The entry is to include elements utilizing alternative energy sources, materials, and design features that contribute to natural sustainability.
Multiple awards can be given for Excellence or Achievement in the above categories. In addition, the following are the most prestigious awards granted by the Building Awards committee.
Chairman's Award – For a commercial project (assessed over $1,000,000) that receives the top score for overall excellence in interior, exterior, interior decorating and outdoor space.
Chairman's Award – For a large residential home project (assessed over $1,000,000) that receives the top score for overall excellence in interior, exterior, interior decorating and outdoor space.
President's Award – For a small commercial project (assessed under $1,000,000) that receives the top score for overall excellence in interior, exterior, interior decorating, and outdoor space.
President's Award – For a small residential project (assessed under $1,000,000) that receives the top score for overall excellence in interior, exterior, interior decorating, and outdoor space.
The Albert P. Melniker Award: An award presented to a special person, group or structure that adds to the quality of life of the Staten Island community. It was named as a tribute to Albert Melniker, the founder of the Building Awards program, for his service, commitment and dedication to keeping Staten Island a beautiful place to both live and work.
The following discretionary awards may also be presented in any given year, based on the types of applications that are submitted.
Best in Green Award recognizes one entry that best reflects the principals of green design.
Historical Renovation Award recognizes a structure or accessory structure – either commercial or residential - that has been restored to its original historic features. It recognizes an entry that sought to preserve, restore or recreate original historic features such as detailing, ornamentation, original materials or historical colors and textures, original planting or landscape features.
Sandy Restoration Award recognizes entries - either commercial or residential - which experienced substantial damage as a result of 2012 Super Storm Sandy and were rebuilt or reconstructed in accordance with NYC Resiliency and Flood resistant construction requirements.
Economic Development Award recognizes an entry that has helped revitalize a struggling business district, either by providing jobs or by inspiring other businesses to relocate to the area.
Neighborhood Improvement Award recognizes an entry that helps improve the character of a residential neighborhood, either by inspiring other neighbors or creating a place where neighbors can come together.
Adaptive Reuse Award recognizes an entry that has creatively transformed a time-worn or abandoned building into something new and useful.
Hard Hat of the Year Award recognizes the resiliency and skills of a lead applicant (builder, architect, owner or general contractor) who face significant challenges, yet completed the project on time and within budget.
Tiny Gem Award celebrates a small residential space - such as a charming cottage or an amazing apartment – that proves great things can come in small packages.
How to enter the 2021 Chamber of Commerce Building Awards Competition:
Each person or company connected with a project that wishes to be considered for an award must complete this online application by Friday, September 10, 2021. Duplicate awards for individuals who did not submit an application before the deadline will not be presented.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Application Deadline - Friday, September 10, 2021
Judging Date – Friday, October 21, 2021 (between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.)
Awards Luncheon - Friday, December 3, 2021 at the Island Chateau
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Thanks to our 2021 Signature Sponsor, National Grid!
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