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Examples of successful nominations
1. RESTORATION
Please refer to our guidelines and " How to Prepare an Awards Nomination " both available on this site and from our office.
First: tell us why the project deserves an award. Why was the project important? Did they take extra care to be accurate in details? Was the site threatened with demolition and rescued?
The
Dr. Doe House at 1234 Main Street has been rehabilitated and returned
to active use by Anybody Holdings as offices for the professionals.
Throughout the rehabilitation, the owners took great pains to retain
the heritage character of the building while complying with modern
building codes and standards which at times were contrary to
conservation. The result is a modern office set in a magnificent
historic building which has been tastefully and carefully restored and
takes its place as an important part of the Main Street streetscape.
{Insert
historical information here - date of construction, architect, any
significant users, etc. Also useful are the date the current owners
took possession and the condition at that time.}
The
house, built in 1908, was designed by architect ____________________ in
the Tudor Revival Style. Particularly prominent are the massive rock
base and support pillars and ornate beveled glass windows framing the
main entrance. The owners purchased in September 2000 from the
remaining member of the family who had owned the property from 1945.
The second floor had been converted to suites in the 1940s and was in
poor condition when they took possession.
{Now tell us what the owners did to rehabilitate the property, naming professionals and tradespeople where appropriate. For adaptive reuse, outline the changes that were made to keep the heritage integrity intact while making the project economically viable.}
The chimneys were repaired and repointed and the entire roof was replaced with 3/4” plywood and fibreglass laminated shingles. The front porch and balcony were rebuilt to specifications on historic drawings; the front porch granite columns were repaired and a granite wall was built on the new driveway side. All services to the residence were replaced and a new two level storm drain system was installed. The foundation was repaired with cement and waterproofing and a fire sprinkler system added. All windows were returned to operational condition, refitting sash and the replacement of all broken windows. The complete exterior was painted in appropriate colours. On the interior, all woodwork was refurbished, including the stripping of paint from several surfaces. The entire building was received new wiring, plumbing and heating system. The wooden floors made of Australian Gum, Brazilian Cherry and Fir were refinished.
The offices on the second floor were
reconstructed in the Arts and Crafts style while all rooms were
wallpapered with period papers. Appropriate lighting fixtures were
placed throughout the building and mahogany furniture and cabinets were
custom built to suit their locations.
{Finish your nomination with additional information which will support the nomination, reinforcing your statement in the first paragraph.}
All work was done to high conservation standards; the building has been transformed from a nondescript dwelling to a vibrant jewel on the street. This project was the showpiece of an Arts and Crafts House Tour in 2002 and won an Award from the Heritage Society of British Columbia.
{Finally, include supporting documentation including images, letters of support, newspaper articles - anything that will strengthen your nomination.}
First: tell us why the person deserves an award. What has he/she done that is special? Why should this person win over others with equal qualifications?
John Doe has been active in the heritage field for many years and has actively promoted the cause of professionalism by example and through his actions which resulted in the formation of a new professional organization. He is also the author of the several books on heritage and has also written countless articles and contributed to professional journals. He has actively promoted heritage in this province and beyond. John has also given freely of his knowledge in the volunteer sector, serving on the _____________________________ committees in his community and beyond and has taken the message of preservation to a world-wide audience.
{Next, give a personal perspective on the nominee. How have you worked together? Outline his/her community service.}
As well as working with John on a professional basis, I have had the
privilege of serving on two distinct boards with him. His insightful
and thoughtful comments as well as his deep appreciation for heritage
were much appreciated. He spends countless hours educating the general
public on heritage issues and brings a quiet professionalism to what
are often tricky situations. {Give more details here.}
{Finish your nomination with additional information which will support the nomination, reinforcing your statement in the first paragraph.}
John
Doe would be fitting winner of this award as he was a pathfinder in the
heritage field, and has carried his knowledge to an international
clientele, while maintaining a home base in British Columbia. His list
of volunteer achievements clearly indicates his efforts to encourage
heritage preservation and to bring public attention to preservation
issues. His publications lead to a greater public understanding of
British Columbia’s heritage and his professional activities enhance
this effort.
{Finally, include supporting documentation including images, letters of support, newspaper articles, a list of publications - anything that will strengthen your nomination.}
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