Join the Fort Worth chapters of AIA, IIDA, USGBC, CSI, TEXO, NAWIC and CDFW for an end of year holiday party! Enjoy food, beverages, festivities, and gingerbread structures that will be on display from our Gingerbread Build-Off!
Attendees, bring a business card for the raffle!
Participating Organizations:
AIA (American Institute of Architects)
IIDA (International Interior Design Association)
USGBC TX (US Green Buildings Council)
CSI (Construction Specifications Institute)
TEXO (TX Commercial Contractors Association)
CDFW (Community Design FW)
NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction)
AIA Gingerbread Build Off
Want to build a structure for the Gingerbread Build-Off? Register your team now!
This Design-Build event provides an opportunity for building industry professionals to show off their design skills. Teams will construct their confections at a location of their choosing and bring them to the holiday reception for judging.
EVENT INFORMATION
WHERE: Pella Windows and Doors
WHEN: December 11th @ 6:00pm (Doors open at 5:30pm)
COST: Free to attend and free to submit competition entry
INCLUDED: The first 10 teams to register will be provided a starter gingerbread kit
COMPETITION RULES
1. Teams will construct their confections at a location and time of their own choosing and bring the completed projects to Pella
2. Houses or structures should be completely edible (no glue or inedible accessories.) Nonedible items are limited to the display surface and lighting.
3. You may use any edible material that you like. You may use purchased materials, kits, or homemade materials that are edible
4. This event is for AIAFW, IIDA, USGBC, CSI, TEXO, NAWIC and CDFW members, however member-led teams can include friends, family, consultants, etc.
5. Final entry must fit on 24”x24” display board or smaller. You may decorate the display board.
7. You may not pay another company to complete the design or build.
8. Each team may submit one entry. Individuals may submit one entry each.
9. Have fun!!!
• Though not required, we encourage you to share updates of your progress on social media and tag us!
GINGERBREAD KIT PICKUP & DROPOFF
Details coming soon
AWARD CATAGORIES
Iconic Architecture (Judged Category)
Tallest Standing Structure (Judged Category)
Best Holiday Themed (Judged Category)
People’s Choice (Voted on by Holiday Reception Attendees)
SPONSORSHIP
Click here for sponsor sign up!
We have multiple levels for your business or organization to support this amazing event!
PEPPERMINT LEVEL: $750
Sponsor will be listed as a “presenting sponsor” and will get a speaking opportunity at event in addition to benefits listed in categories below. Limited to one sponsor
GUMDROP LEVEL: $500
Sponsor is able to provide a table top at the event. Sponsor logo will be displayed at the event as well as digital marketing leading up to and following the event.
SPRINKLE LEVEL: $250
Sponsor logo will be displayed at the event as well as digital marketing leading up to and following the event.
FROSTING LEVEL: in kind
Sponsor is to provide a raffle item of the sponsors choice. Retail price minimum $50.00