2025 roty Project Categories

As used below, cost means the contract price, all extras, change orders and the fair market value of materials and products that were purchased, sweat-equity and in-kind services provided, and/or any subcontract work. The cost of all homeowner provided products, services, or labor should be included in this cost. All mark-ups and profit should be included in the cost provided. For member-owned projects, costs should include normal mark-ups as if the project was contracted to an outside client

Residential Kitchen

Kitchen projects that include remodeling of any other adjacent space such as a family room, dining room, mudroom, etc., should be entered into a Residential Interior category. Only interior photos may be used.

Category is divided into the following cost subcategories: Under $50,000; $50,001 to $100,000; $100,001 to $150,000; $150,001 to $200,000; and Over $200,001.

residential bathroom

Bathroom projects that include remodeling of any other adjacent space such as a master (clothing) closet, dressing area, or make-up room, etc., should be entered into a Residential Interior category. Only interior photos may be used.

Category is divided into the following cost subcategories: Under $25,000; $25,000 to $50,000; $50,001 to $75,000; $75,001 to $100,000; and Over $100,000.

residential interior

Includes, but is not limited to, such projects as family or recreation room remodeling, bath or kitchen project with adjacent space, home theater or media rooms, wine rooms, attic conversions, etc. Work must be done within the existing walls of a residential structure. This category does not include room additions or basements. Only interior photos may be used.

Category is divided into the following cost subcategories: Under $100,000; $100,001 to $250,000; $250,001 to $500,000; and Over $500,000.

Residential Interior Element

This category represents one special interior element of a project. It includes, but is not limited to projects such as railings and columns; brick, stone and masonry work; tiling; air conditioning and heating; fireplaces; vestibules; insulation; kitchen hoods; glass block; wall finishes such as plaster; flooring; best use of lighting or lighting control systems, or home automation. Work must have been done to the interior of an existing residential structure, and only interior photos may be used. The residential interior element must be specified in the entry materials and in the descriptive text in order to qualify. This element cannot be included in any other entry.

Category is divided into the following cost subcategories: Under $30,000 and Over $30,000.

Residential Addition

Includes, but is not limited to, additions, add-a-levels, or attic build-outs, which increases livable space of the existing home. The project is limited to one addition per structure. Interior and exterior photos may be used.

Category is divided into the following cost subcategories: Under $100,000; $100,000 to $250,000; Over $250,000

Residential Exterior

Includes, but is not limited to, alterations to the exterior of a residential building such as porticos, porches, glass or screen enclosures or greenhouse rooms (unconditioned spaces), windows, dormers, and exterior resurfacings like siding, stucco, etc. which enhances the overall appearance of the exterior. Exterior photos may be used, and interior photos of attached unconditioned spaces may also be used.

Category is divided into the following cost subcategories: Under $50,000; $50,001 to $100,000; $100,001 to $200,000; Over $200,000

Residential Detached Structure

Structures such as garages, pool houses, studios, guesthouses, sheds, gazebos, pavilions, etc., remodeled or added to an existing residential property. Interior and exterior photos may be used.

Entire House

A project that remodeled or renovated a substantial portion of the entire residential house, inside and outside, or where multiple additions and/or style changes in footprint or elevation have been made in more than one location. The entry must include a description of the portions of the existing structure that were incorporated into the finished project. Pictures and plans submitted with the entry must highlight those portions of the home retained in the new design.

Category is divided into the following cost subcategories: Under $250,000; $250,000 to $500,000; $500,001 to $750,000; $750,001 to $1,000,000; Over $1,000,000.

Residential Historical Renovation/Restoration

The renovation/restoration of the interior and/or exterior of a residential structure, or addition to a residential structure, originally built at least 75 years ago. Any and all changes are to have closely matched architectural style and building type. Any and all products used are to be of a material authentic in style to the area in which the building was originally built, paying special attention to period trim detail and period coloring. Restoration of missing historic features and added structures are to respect the essential historic character and architectural style of original building design.

Category is divided into the following cost subcategories: Under $250,000; Over $250,000.

Commercial Interior

Remodeling performed within the existing walls of a previously occupied commercial space. Clearly define the type of client and the client’s needs in the project description. Only interior photos may be used.

Commercial Exterior

Remodeling performed on the exterior of an existing commercial structure. Clearly define the type of client and the client’s needs in the project description. Only exterior photos may be used.

Commercial Specialty

Includes, but is not limited to, such projects or operations as cosmetic facelift; siding, roofing, insulation; window, door; railing, columns, brick, stone, masonry work; tiling; solar panels; air conditioning, heating; gutters and leaders, etc. Work must have been done to an existing commercial structure. Landscape/Outdoor Living projects done for a non-residential project, whether or not an existing structure exists, may also be submitted in this category. Clearly define the type of client and the client’s needs in the project description. The commercial specialty must be included on your entry form and in the descriptive text to qualify.

Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living

Includes, but is not limited to, landscaping, pathways, driveways, patios, pagodas, outdoor kitchens, decks, terraces, pools, spas, etc. Work is not exclusive to existing structures. Commercial projects should be entered in Commercial Specialty. Only exterior photos may be used.

Category is divided into the following subcategories: Under $100,000; $100,001 to $250,000; Over $250,000.

Sustainable project

Interior remodeling projects that utilize sustainable, eco-friendly standards and practices. Projects entered in this category must meet RotY criteria for Residential Kitchens, Residential Baths, Residential Interiors, Residential Interior Element, or Basements (any price point) and must complete the Green Category Checklist. Projects entered in this category may also be entered into the appropriate Kitchen, Bath, Interior Element, or Basement category separately with additional fee. All Green entries will be judged by NARI Green Certified Professionals. Entries for commercial projects are not eligible currently.

Category is divided into the following subcategories: Under $50,000, $50,001-$100,000, $100,001-$200,000, over $200,000

Universal Design - Kitchen

Kitchen remodeling projects utilizing Universal Design standards and practices. Projects entered in this category must meet RotY criteria for Residential Kitchens (any price point) and must complete and submit the Universal Design Category Checklist. Projects entered in this category may also be entered into the appropriate Kitchen category separately with additional fee. All Universal Design entries will be judged by NARI Universal Design Certified Professionals. Entries for commercial projects are not eligible at this time.

Universal Design - Bathroom

Bathroom remodeling projects utilizing Universal Design standards and practices. Projects entered in this category must meet RotY criteria for Residential Bath (any price point) and must complete and submit the Universal Design Category Checklist. Projects entered in this category may also be entered into the appropriate Bath category separately with additional fee. All Universal Design entries will be judged by NARI Universal Design Certified Professionals. Entries for commercial projects are not eligible at this time.

Universal Design - other

Interior remodeling projects utilizing Universal Design standards and practices that are not a kitchen or bathroom.

Residential Design

New Residential remodeling projects focusing on architectural design. This category is open to Architects, Interior Designers, or any trades that have significantly contributed to the design of the project.

Category is divided into the following subcategories: Under 500 Sq Ft, 500-2500 Sq Ft, over 2500 Sq Ft