Annual
Awards & Publication
Celebrating craftsmanship, showcasing member achievements,
and highlighting the work shaping our community.
Awards of Excellence
The Awards of Excellence represent the pinnacle of building and design in Northwest Pennsylvania—recognizing the craftsmanship, innovation, and professionalism that set our members apart. Each year, the program highlights outstanding projects across residential, commercial, and remodeling sectors, celebrating the work that continues to raise the standard of construction and deign throughout our industry.
DBC Remodeling & Construction
Specialty
Between $100,000 - $150,000
Any project not specifically referred to in prior categories.
Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors
Landscape Makeover
Less than $25,000
Renovation of lawns and landscape, including but not limited to plant removal, upgrades, and replacements.
Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors
Landscape Makeover
Between $200,000 - $300,000
Renovation of lawns and landscape, including but not limited to plant removal, upgrades, and replacements.
Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors
Landscape Makeover
$300,000-$400,000
Renovation of lawns and landscape including but not
limited to plant removal, upgrades and replacements.
Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors
Outdoor Living
Between $150,000 - $200,000
Including Hardscape: Any placement of man-made features used in landscape architecture, including but not limited to retaining walls, walkways, decks, outdoor grills/kitchens, sitting areas, pools, or other outdoor spaces used for outdoor living and entertainment.
Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors
Landscape Makeover
Between $100,000 - $200,000
Renovation of lawns and landscape, including but not limited to plant removal, upgrades, and replacements.
Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors
Landscape Installation
Between $25,000 - $50,000
The planning, designing and installation of landscaping where none existed.
Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors
Outdoor Living
Less than $50,000
Including Hardscape: Any placement of man-made features used in landscape architecture, including but not limited to retaining walls, walkways, decks, outdoor grills/kitchens, sitting areas, pools, or other outdoor spaces used for outdoor living and entertainment.
Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors
Landscape Installation
Between $100,000 - $150,000
The planning, designing and installation of landscaping where none existed.
Matt Krol Construction
Addition
Between $50,000 - $100,000
Addition of room/s or space/s to the original home, single family or attached that adds to livable square footage.
Matt Krol Construction
Specialty
Between $50,000 - $100,000
Any project not specifically referred to in prior categories.
Matt Krol Construction
Bathroom Remodel
Between $100,000 - $150,000
Reconstructs, alters and/or changes of a bathroom and its elements including but not limited to fixtures, cabinetry, counters, tiling, lighting, and flooring.
Awards of Excellence
Dinner
The Awards of Excellence stand as an annual testament, honoring and commending the exceptional projects undertaken by our members over the course of the year.
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Featuring multiple categories, the Awards of Excellence highlight our members' accomplishments in landscape & outdoor living, residential & commercial construction, remodeling and design industries.
Signature Sponsor
Signature Sponsor
A very special thank you to our signature sponsor of the 2025 Awards of Excellence. We appreciate your generosity and support to make this a successful and enjoyable event for everyone!
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Categories, Rules & Forms
Landscape & Outdoor Living: Entry form deadline is Friday, August 21, 2026. All other required documents are due by Friday, August 28, 2026.
All Other Categories: Entry form deadline is Friday, September 25, 2026. All other required documents are due by Friday, October 2, 2026.
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Questions? Call or text Bridget at (814) 833-3999 or builders@banwpa.com.