Offi cial Entry PacketCategory & Specialty Award Information, Prizes, Judging Criteria, Competition Guidelines, and Entry Checklist.

Call for EntriesOpen exclusively to National Kitchen & Bath Association members.Entries must be received at the NKBA headquarters no later than July 2, 2018.

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first entry free!**First free entry only occurs during the early-bird period. Proceeding submissions are $75 for early-bird pricing from April 2nd to May 31st. $100 entry fee (per project) from June 1st to July 2nd.

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categoriesPlease indicate the appropriate Category for your entry on the online entry form. The competition is divided into the following eleven main categories. Select the category that best characterizes your design(s).

small kitchen– LESS THAN 150 SQ. FT.

medium kitchen– 150-350 SQ. FT.

large luxury kitchen– MORE THAN 350 SQ. FT. AND OVER $100,000

powder room– MUST CONTAIN A SINK AND A TOILET, NO TUB OR SHOWER

small bathroom– LESS THAN 55 SQ. FT.

large luxury bathroom– MORE THAN 55 SQ. FT. AND OVER $45,000

outdoor kitchen*– MIN. 200 SQ FT.

large budget-friendly kitchen*– $100,000 OR LESS

large budget-friendly bathroom*– $45,000 OR LESS

concept kitchen*

concept bathroom*

*MARKED CATEGORIES ARE 1ST PLACE ONLY ($2,000)AND WILL BE JUDGED FOR BEST OVERALL CATEGORIES($10,000 KITCHEN AND $10,000 BATH).

category awards

specialty awards

honorary awards

competition prizes

FIRST PLACE $3,000SECOND PLACE $2,000THIRD PLACE $1,000

BEST KITCHEN* $10,000BEST BATHROOM* $10,000UNIVERSAL DESIGN** $2,000**KITCHEN OR BATH

To be considered for the Builder/Remodeler Award – In honor of Clay Lyon, CR, 2012 include the following information on your online entry form: • Select Builder/Remodeler on the entry form for an automatic consideration • Select that the project is rich in age and character on the entry form and explain the details in the Design Statement

In addition to cash prizes, Category, Specialty Award, and Honorary Award winners will receive: • One (1) personalized award • Two (2) tickets to awards ceremony held during KBIS 2019 at Design and Construction Week® in Las Vegas, Nevada • One (1) KBIS 2019 show fl oor pass with entry to VFTI Conference • One (1) KBIS 2019 guest show fl oor passIn addition to cash prizes and the items listed above, the Best Kitchen and Best Bath Specialty Award winners will also receive: • Two (2) free tickets to The BASH (held during KBIS 2019)

• Open plan kitchens should be entered into an appropriate kitchen category, based on sq. footage.• While calculating sq. footage for kitchens, cook, prep and clean-up areas, family desk, casual built-in dining, island dining, and eat-in areas should be included where applicable.• Master bathrooms should be entered into an appropriate bathroom category, based on sq. footage.• While calculating sq. footage for bathrooms, water closet, vanity, and areas for bathing, shower, closet and dressing should be included where applicable.• Projects may be moved to an alternate category, as deemed appropriate by the judging panel.

note:Designer: Cheryl Kees ClendenonPhoto by: Greg Riegler of Greg Riegler Photography

*The best overall kitchen and bath winners will also be featured in an editorial spread in Luxe magazine.

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competition guidelines

judging

winner recognition • Winners announced at the NKBA Design Competition Awards Ceremony during KBIS 2019.

• Winning project photographs will be on display at the NKBA Booth at KBIS 2019.

• Featured in NKBA Magazine, NKBA websites and social media properties.

• Included in a national press release to consumer and trade media.

• Possible features in local and national consumer and professional publications.

The competition entries will be scored on the following fi ve core areas:

1. Creativity 2. Presentation 3. Design Planning 4. Elements & Principles of Design 5. Safety & Ergonomics

At least two of the industry experts selected to judge is either a Certifi ed Master Kitchen & Bath Designer (CMKBD®), a Certifi ed Kitchen Designer (CKD®), a Certifi ed Bath Designer (CBD®) or a Certifi ed Kitchen & Bath Designer (CKBD®).

Judges are not eligible to enter the competition in the year of their service. Judges adhere to the NKBA Kitchen & Bath Planning Guidelines with Access Standards when scoring entries. Note: Projects produced within the judges’ company are not eligible.

• The individual entrant must be the Designer of Record on the project and must be an NKBA member. Non-members must join the NKBA to enter the competition. Co-designers are not required to be members of the NKBA. (Maximum of three co-designers).

• If the entrant is not the owner of the business that billed the project, owner approval is required for eligibility. The owner is not required to be a member of the NKBA.

• The project(s) submitted must have been installed between January 1, 2017 and July 2, 2018.

• Enter the project into the one Category that best represents your project. You may enter as many projects as you would like that fi t into the eleven diff erent Categories.

• If your project qualifi es for a Specialty Award, it is to be entered in addition to the Categories on the same entry form and no additional fees are required.

• A new entry form is required for each project submitted and is to be completed in full. Each entry requires a separate fee.

• Entries must be received by July 2, 2018 with the entry fee included.

• Early bird entry fee for projects received between April 2 – May 31, 2018 is FREE for the fi rst entry and $75 for proceeding entries. Standard entry fee of $100 applies for projects received between June 1, 2017 – July 2, 2018.

• All identifying design and fi rm information on fl oor plans, elevations, design statement and photographs must be removed or blacked out.

• All required materials must be received in one digital submission. Designer: Sandra Gjesdahl

Photo by: Reid Rolls of Reid Rolls Photography

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required materials checklist Completed Online Entry Form - Read Instructions Carefully

Click on the online entry form available on NKBA.org and enter all the requested information. While fi lling out the form, you will create Project ID number in the required fi eld (this is coded with proper initials from the legend and your phone number). Entry Fee (once you click “Submit” on your entry form you will be redirected to Shopify for payment) After payment, you will receive an email containing a link with instructions to upload all required materials into structured folders. Do not relabel folder structure! Your unique folder will include subfolders for: -Project Photos (up to ten – be sure to label one winning photo with a “W”) -Design statement -Floorplans and elevations -Headshot -Bio -Specifi cation form -Client property release form (print PDF form, sign, scan, add to folder) -Photography release form (print PDF form, sign, scan, add to folder) -Business owner form (print PDF form, sign, scan, add to folder)

Entries must be received no later than July 2, 2018 FREE (1st entry only submitted between April 2 – May 31, 2018) $75 early bird entry fee (per project after fi rst free submission) must be received between April 2 – May 31, 2018 $100 entry fee (per project) received between June 1 – July 2, 2018

Your submission must be received by 11:59 pm ET on July 2, 2018. Incomplete entries will be disqualifi ed.

Designer: Shea PumarejoPhoto by: Matthew Neimann of Matthew Neimann Photography

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required materials checklist continued Floor Plans FP – MK- 555-555-5555 (e.g. Floor Plans – Medium Kitchen – Phone Number) • Scale MUST be 1/4”, 1/2”, or 1:20 metric scale and clearly labeled including dimensions • Must abide by NKBA graphic and presentation standards • Identifying designer and fi rm information must be removed/blacked out • Include your Project ID number (use legend) on your Floor Plans

Elevations E – MK – 555-555-5555 (e.g. Elevations – Medium Kitchen – Phone Number) • Scale MUST be 1/4”, 1/2”, or 1:20 metric scale and clearly labeled including dimensions • Must abide by NKBA graphic and presentation standards • Identifying designer and fi rm information must be removed/blacked out • Include your Project ID number (use legend) on your Elevations

Photographs – P – MK- 555-555-5555 (e.g. Photography – Medium Kitchen – Phone Number) • The NKBA prefers up to 10 high res (300 dpi) color photos, approximately 8” x 12” (includes before and after photos) • Professional photography is highly recommended! • Avoid using photos that identify the project location or individuals such as client, children, or site workers

Design Statement(s) – DS – MK – 555-555-5555 (e.g. Design Statement – Medium Kitchen – Phone number) • Must be typed and match standard formatting (see template) including a 200 – 400 word narrative and bulleted list of highlights • Do not include any identifying designer and fi rm information including location • Include your Project ID number (use legend) on your Design Statement

For consideration as Budget-Friendly Kitchen and Bath, Outdoor Kitchen, and Universal Design awards, please see design statement template for requirements.

Reasons for DisqualificationIf any materials are omitted or if required criteria is not met, the entry will be disqualifi ed. No notifi cation will be given. The NKBA reserves the right to disqualify a project before, during, or after the contest judging. Entry fees will not be refunded, and entry materials will not be returned. To avoid disqualifi cation, please adhere closely to all competition guidelines and submit the following materials in one digital submission.

Designer: Richard AnuszkiewiczPhoto by: Jennifer Hughes of Jennifer Hughes, Photography LLC

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large luxury kitchen

outdoor kitchen

universal design (kitchen or bath)

large budget-friendly bathroom

concept kitchenconcept bathroom

design narrative

design statement requirements • All design statements must be typed • Do not include any identifying member information such as: -client name - business name -client location - business locationIf submitting a project to be judged for any of the awards listed to the right, please incorporate the specifi c information into your Design Statement.To present your entry in the best way, please use the following guidelines to assist in creating a concise, eff ective design statement. This will help to ensure that the judges have a good understanding of your project. The following is meant to help guide you in creating an eff ective design statement. It can be written as a narrative, a comprehensive bulleted list, or a combination of both.

Please use this as a guide when preparing your design statement.

list of highlights

Explain your project in a descriptive, 200-400 word statement that outlines client needs objectives, design philosophy, challenges, solutions, and special features.

Using the references below, create a brief overview of your project.

Objectives – Outlined criteria to be met by your design solution. Examples: • Casual dining for large family • Contemporary tastes of clients • Better traffi c fl owDesign Challenges – Describe fi xed elements and special requirements. Examples: • Design space around existing air ducts • Include client’s antique lighting • Incorporate collection of rare potteryDesign Solutions – Describe how you solved the challenges. Examples: • Created built-in shelving between air ducts • Selected palette complimentary to antique lighting • Custom lighting to spotlight pottery displaySpecial Features – Highlight design elements that are unique and memorable. Examples: • Dual counter heights to meet needs of clients • Repurposed wood fl ooring • Recycled glass tile backsplash

Please provide any additional information needed to accurately convey your project.

When selecting any of the following categories please create one design statement, which includes the following specifi c information.

if applicable*

Creativity is the name of the game. The sky is the limit with this category. Submit a digital rendering, scanned hand sketch, or a video showcasing your creative genius. Concepts can include McMansions to a Tiny Homes. Accepted formats (jpg, pdf, mp4). Designs must be functional non-existent spaces. Dream big!

List all materials and products specifi ed for outdoor use. Describe any solution or feature that helped meet the unique needs of the client.

List all materials and products specifi ed in the design that helped meet the client’s budget (Over 350 sq. ft. and $100,000 or less).Describe any methods or practices used before or during theinstallation that contributed to cost-eff ective use of budget.Please place a copy of the project’s budget sheet in the required submission folder.NOTE: Write your Project ID number on your budget sheet.

List all materials and products specifi ed in the design (Over 350 sq. ft. and over $100,000). Describe what makes the space luxurious and grand, what structural changes were made, and why were the fi nishes selected. Please place a copy of the project’s budget sheet in the required submission folder.NOTE: Write your Project ID number on your budget sheet.

large luxury bathroomList all materials and products specifi ed in the design (Over 55 sq. ft. and over $45,000). Describe what makes the space luxurious and grand, what structural changes were made, and why were the fi nishes selected. Please place a copy of the project’sbudget sheet in the required submission folder.NOTE: Write your Project ID number on your budget sheet.

List all products specifi ed in the design that contributed to universal criteria. Describe any highlights or solutions that helped meet the unique needs of the client.

large budget-friendly kitchen

List all materials and products specifi ed in the design that helped meet the client’s budget. (Over 55 sq. ft. and $45,000 or less). Describe any methods or practices used before or during the installation that contributed to cost-eff ective use of budget.Please place a copy of the project’s budget sheet in the required submission folder.NOTE: Write your Project ID number on your budget sheet.

Designer: Shea PumarejoPhoto by: Jennifer Siu-Rivera of Jennifer Siu-Rivera PhotographyDesigner: Shea PumarejoPhoto by: Jennifer Siu-Rivera of Jennifer Siu-Rivera Photography