ABOUT THE AWARDS:
THE PROGRAM
The Building Awards Program is sponsored by the Staten Island Chamber of
Commerce to recognize excellence in design and construction on Staten
Island. The Chamber of Commerce believes that buildings not only express
the artistic attainments and material progress of a community but also its spiritual and moral character.
Each entry will be judged on its own merit by a panel of judges representing a cross section of the industry. Awards will be presented to those entries the judges deem worthy. Commercial, residential and historical restoration projects are eligible. New construction and renovation projects may be submitted.
If there is more than one applicant for each location, a separate application must be submitted for each individual, i.e. owner, architect, builder, craftsman, etc. with the appropriate entry fees.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
•A description of the entry not exceeding 100 words is required for each
project. This will be used by the judges to get a full understanding of the
project and in the video presentation and awards journal at the event.
•Someone MUST be present at each project between 9 am and 2 pm on
October 8th to allow judges access to the property. (Unfortunately, due
to the volume of properties that the judges must visit we are not able to
give specific times)
•All entries require the consent of the owner. Owner’s consent must be
provided in writing along with the application.
•All chairman’s award entries require consent of the owner and architect.
To be considered for the Chairman’s award the application must be submitted in ALL of the following 5 categories exterior, interior, craftsmanship, interior decorating and natural beauty). Each party associated
with the project must submit a separate application in order to receive an
award.
For questions regarding eligibility, and categories or for assistance
completing your application, please contact Kim Powers at 718-727-1900.
AWARDS
Award of Excellence is the highest honor presented.
Awards of Achievement are presented for structures that the
judges feel do not fully meet the qualifications for the Award of Excellence,
yet make a significant contribution worthy of recognition.
Chairman’s Award – The highest honor presented to one commercial
and one residential structure that receives the highest scores in the following
5 categories (exterior, interior, craftsmanship, interior decorating and natural
beauty). All chairman’s award entries require permission of the owner and
architect and application must be filled out completely.
*The Albert P. Melniker Award – a discretionary award bestowed on a special person, group or structure that adds to the quality of the life of the Staten Island Community, 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. If you are aware of a project and would like to make
a suggestion for this award please contact the Chamber office.
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CATEGORIES:
1. Exterior This category applies to general design/construction of the
exterior of a residential or commercial structure.
2. Interior This category applies to general design and construction of the
interior of a residential r commercial structure.
3. Craftsmanship This category applies to a particular part of a project,
such as a handmade fireplace, staircase, stained-glass window or other
items that become an integral part of the structure. It is not for general
craftsmanship, which is judged in general interior or exterior entries.
4. Natural Beauty This category recognizes the practical and aesthetic
use of Staten Island’s natural terrain. The award may also be presented
for the creation of “natural beauty” through landscaping
etc…that enhances a structure or project in the community.
5. Interior Decorating This category applies to interior decorating/
design by creating beauty through the proper choice of color, lighting,
as well as furniture selection and placement.
*6. Green Building (New Category) This category applies to
structures that have included the principles of green design. The entry
is to include elements utilizing alternative energy sources, materials
and design features that contribute to natural sustainability. This special
category is not included in the chairman’s award.
*7. Outdoor Space Design (New Category) Specialized award
for outstanding design and/or decorating in an outdoor space. This category
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.
*Please note that landscaping projects should be submitted under
Natural Beauty
*8. Art (New Category) A specialized award given to artists
(or property owners) that show mastery of their craft, originality, and
visual appeal. Applications may be submitted for a sculpture, mural or
other specific piece of art created for a new residential or commercial
construction or renovation project. Significant stand alone art projects
may also be submitted.
Chairman’s Award
Regulations – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
The Chairman’s Award is given to the entry that scores the highest in the following
five (5) categories (exterior, interior, craftsmanship, natural beauty,
and interior decorating).
• To be considered for the Chairman’s Award, an entry must be submitted
by the architect, builder, and owner (or with the consent of the owner and
architect), in all 5 categories.
• Additional awards may be presented to others involved with the project
(i.e. craftsman, interior designers/decorators, landscapers etc…)
• Each applicant (including the owner of the property) must submit a
separate application in all categories with the appropriate fees to receive
a chairman’s award.
• A chairman’s award will only be presented to those parties that have
submitted an application for the winning project. Duplicate awards for
parties that did not submit an application prior to the submission
deadline cannot be presented under any circumstance.
