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Innovation in Materials and Products

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This award recognises innovation in the use of building materials to deliver a unique outcome in a residential building. Projects may use building materials and products in unusual ways, use materials not commonly seen in residential building or demonstrate superior design and workmanship in the use of a specific building material or product.

Program

Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards

Contact

qld_events@hia.com.au

Winner in this category is recognised locally and do not progress to the Australian Housing Awards.

Judging criteria

Projects will be judged according to:

Criteria Points
Quality of workmanship 50
Design appearance 15
Innovation 20
Visual and market appeal 15

Competition area by postcode

Entries are submitted into the regional awards based on the geographical location of each project:

Sunshine Coast/Wide Bay Awards

4517 - 4519, 4521, 4550 - 4581, 4600 - 4610, 4615, 4620, 4621, 4625, 4650, 4655, 4660, 4670, 4671, 4673, 4674, 4677

HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards

Celebrate the highest level of achievement for the "best of the best" in the residential building industry for award winning designs and builds from across Australia.

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Professional Builder/Renovator Awards

Highly-prized recognition within the industry for extensive business and financial management practices.

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Greensmart Awards

Celebrating sustainably-built homes, new products and GreenSmart Professionals. Gain recognition for your sustainability building practices.

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Apprentice Awards

HIA host the Annual Apprentice Awards to recognise and inspire the next generation of apprentices for the construction industry.

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HIA Apprentice Host Trainer Award

Putting the spotlight on apprentice hosts and the important contribution they make for Australian apprentices.

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People & Business Awards

Recognise businesses and stand-out individuals in the residential building industry who are pushing the boundaries with workmanship, aspirations, and superior business and customer management.

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