Best conservatory or orangery installation (over £35,000)

The judges will be looking for a domestic new build or high-end renovation that has used a conservatory,  orangery or glazed extension (including hybrid conservatories and orangeries) to dramatically enhance a property by providing a stylish additional living space that can be enjoyed all year round.

The project should have been completed on time, on budget and either met or exceeded the client’s expectations.

The judges will consider the overall aesthetics, creativity and quality of the project, including any innovative use of products and outstanding design elements.

Best conservatory or orangery installation (up to £35,000)

The judges will be looking for a renovation or new-build project that has used a conservatory, orangery or glazed extension (including hybrid conservatories and orangeries) to dramatically enhance a property by providing a stylish additional living space that can be enjoyed all year round.

The project should have been completed on time, on budget and either met or exceeded the client’s expectations.

The judges will require proof that the project was completed for £35,000 or less.

The judges will consider the overall aesthetics, creativity and quality of the project, including any innovative use of products and outstanding design elements.

Best installation - commercial

The judges will be looking for an example of a commercial project that demonstrates an outstanding use of new windows and/or doors, including PVC-U, timber and metal products.

Examples of commercial projects will be considered from across educational, social housing, new-build, healthcare, light commercial and conservation sectors.

The project should have been completed on time, on budget and either met or exceeded the client’s expectations.

The judges will consider the overall aesthetics, creativity and quality of the project, including any innovative use of products and outstanding design elements.

Best installation - residential (over £20,000)

The judges will be looking for an example of a residential property that has been significantly improved with the addition of new windows and doors, including PVC-U, timber and metal products.

The project should have been completed on time, on budget and either met or exceeded the client’s expectations.

The judges will consider the overall aesthetics, creativity and quality of the project, including any innovative use of products and outstanding design elements.

Best installation - residential (up to £20,000)

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The judges will be looking for an example of a residential property that has been significantly improved with the addition of new windows and doors, including PVC-U, timber and metal products.

The project should have been completed on time, on budget and either met or exceeded the client’s expectations.

The judges will require proof that the project was completed for £20,000 or less.

The judges will consider the overall aesthetics, creativity and quality of the project, including any innovative use of products and outstanding design elements.

Best feature door installation

**NEW for 2024**

The judges are looking for an excellently executed, stand-out door installation that could be described as a main feature of a commercial or residential building.

They will consider the overall look and design of the door, how well it complements the existing surroundings, as well as the challenge and logistics involved to complete the installation.

We welcome entries about projects that feature automatic as well as more traditional doors.

Best heritage installation

**NEW for 2024**

For this category, our judges are looking for excellent installation projects that have respected or contributed towards the preservation of rural or urban conservation.

The installation could be within a conservation area or a site of historic, cultural or architectural interest.

Installations that focus on commercial, residential and listed buildings are welcome.

Best installer support programme or service initiative

Our judges will be looking for a service initiative or support programme – such as a training academy, installer scheme, marketing or lead generation service, business management tool etc – that has had a significant positive impact on the growth and success of window, door and conservatory installation companies.

Best sustainable installation

**NEW for 2024**

Our judges are looking for a superbly delivered installation project that has made use of sustainable products or a system that has proven environmental and sustainability credentials.

Examples include installations that feature reused or recycled products, installations that feature recyclable products or products with recyclable content, installations that have eliminated waste or offcuts, and installations with a focus on carbon reduction through energy efficiency.

Best technical innovation

The judges will be looking for a technical innovation that has been specifically designed with the installer in mind – for instance, a feature that makes fitting windows, doors or conservatory products easier, simpler and faster, raising the standards and quality of installations in the process.

Outstanding achievement

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The judges will be looking for a person who, during their career, has worked tirelessly to raise the profile of their business and the industry as a whole.

Nominations should include an outline of the person’s career to date, their current role, and examples of how their hard work and dedication has had a positive impact on the sector.

Testimonials from past and present colleagues are welcomed.

Rising star

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The judges will be looking for an exceptional person who is at the start of their career in the industry but who has already demonstrated an exceptional talent or work ethic and who has made a significant contribution to their company’s business.

The individual can be working in any capacity and at any level of the business.

Nominations should include details of the individual’s achievements, what they have done and how they carried out this work, and how the business has benefited as a result.