Call for Entries - 2024 EIFS Excellence Awards
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The EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA) is proud to announce the call for entries for the prestigious 2024 EIFS Excellence Awards. These awards recognize outstanding projects and the innovative use of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) in construction, showcasing the highest standards of quality, creativity, and sustainability.
Why Enter? The EIFS Excellence Awards celebrate the best in our industry, honoring projects that exemplify the benefits of EIFS, including energy efficiency, aesthetic versatility, and environmental impact. Winning an EIFS Excellence Award not only brings recognition to your project but also highlights your commitment to excellence in construction and design. |
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Eligibility
The EIFS Excellence Awards are open to all EIMA members in good standing, including contractors, architects, manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers. Eligibility requirements for entries are:
The EIFS Excellence Awards are open to all EIMA members in good standing, including contractors, architects, manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers. Eligibility requirements for entries are:
- Built EIFS projects must be completed in the last three years.
- Entry must be submitted by an EIMA member in good standing.
- Entry must be submitted by a company that is a member of the project team.
- The EIF system used on the project must be that of an EIMA manufacturer member.
- All components of the project’s EIF system will have been supplied or obtained from one EIMA manufacturer member, or its authorized distributors. Substitutions or additions of project materials other than those specified by the EIMA manufacturer will deem entry ineligible.
- The project’s opaque walls must be comprised of more than 50% EIFS.
- Projects may be submitted for the EIFS Excellence Awards no more than twice.
- Each entry must be submitted in only one award category.
- All projects must be located in North America.
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Categories
Entries will be categorized by building type; each entry must be submitted in only one category. Submitted projects may be moved from one category to another by judges based on the appearance and purpose of the project stated in the entry. The jury reserves the right to not award a winner in every category.
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KEY DATES Call for Entries: August 30, 2024 Submission Deadline: December 1, 2024 Competition Judging: January 1-31, 2025 Winners Notified: February 7, 2025 Awards Ceremony: March 2025 |
Criteria
Each entry will be thoroughly evaluated based on a comprehensive set of criteria outlined below, ensuring that all relevant aspects of the EIFS project are considered.
1.Aesthetic Appeal and Design Integration - 25% of overall score
Each entry will be thoroughly evaluated based on a comprehensive set of criteria outlined below, ensuring that all relevant aspects of the EIFS project are considered.
1.Aesthetic Appeal and Design Integration - 25% of overall score
- Visual Excellence: Demonstrates superior aesthetic qualities, contributing to the overall visual appeal and architectural beauty of the structure.
- Design Harmony: Showcases how EIFS seamlessly integrates with various architectural styles, enhancing the building’s design without compromising the original architectural intent.
- Cutting-Edge Solutions: Highlights the use of innovative techniques, materials, or applications within the EIFS framework that push the boundaries of traditional usage.
- Creative Problem-Solving: Demonstrates how EIFS was used to address unique challenges or meet specific project requirements in an exceptional way.
- Energy Efficiency: Demonstrates the role of EIFS in improving the building’s thermal performance, contributing to energy savings and sustainability.
- Durability and Maintenance: Provides evidence of the long-term durability of EIFS in various environments, showcasing minimal maintenance requirements and resilience against wear and tear.
- Quality of the submission's narrative and photography.
For questions about the EIFS Excellence Awards, please contact:
Aggie Sterrett
Program Manager
EIFS Industry Members Association
[email protected]
(703) 538-1602
