36. Excellence in Creating a High-Rise or Multi-Family Development

Okanagan Housing Awards 2026 | CHBA Central Okanagan

Description

A multi-family high-rise development is defined as a project with a common entrance servicing all units. A

high-rise building is considered 10 storeys in height and over. Rental projects are also eligible. Any single-family projects should be submitted under categories 29 - 34; any large multifamily projects should be submitted under categories 36 - 38.

Requirements

Criteria (Category 36)

Entry will be judged on the following criteria:

  • Exterior: architectural character, unique attributes including amenities, green space etc., curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting
  • Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form
  • Functionality of floor and site plans
  • Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health)
  • Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices (ie. how project is integrated into the neighborhood, any challenges with zoning or variances, etc)

Requirements (Category 36)

  • Completed online entry
  • 12 digital images that best represent the project
    • Four (4) showing development setting, architectural character, entrance to project, etc.
    • Four (4) showing principal living areas
    • Four (4) of your choice
  • Floor and/or site plan
Criteria
Criterion Weight
Exterior: architectural character, unique attributes including amenities, green space etc., curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting 20.0%
Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form 20.0%
Functionality of floor plan 20.0%
Environmental considerations (energy, comfort and health) 20.0%
Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices 20.0%