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Is it necessary to use all Thermador appliances in my kitchen design to enter the
contest?
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Yes, the kitchen design must utilize only Thermador appliances. However, exceptions
will be made for other brand appliances only when Thermador does not offer a similar
product in our lineup.
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What type of photography do I need to include?
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As detailed in the official rules, you need to provide a minimum of two color photographs
of the completed kitchen. Photos should be no smaller than 5" x 7" and no larger
than 8.5" x 11". We encourage you to submit additional photos to show various perspectives
and design details. "Before" shots are also welcomed. Professional photography is
not required, but images should be clear and focused. If submitting a mail-in entry,
you may mount photos to board to ensure they arrive safely, but please do not put
photos in a binder or portfolio.
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What type of drawings do I need to include?
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Artwork such as blueprints, floor plans, elevation drawings and perspectives are
welcomed but not required. If you do submit artwork, pieces should be no larger
than 8.5" x 11".
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What should the narrative contain?
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The narrative should fully describe your kitchen design. You can tell us about your
client, outline the objectives and how Thermador products worked into the overall
design. You can describe the design challenges you encountered and how you solved
them. The narrative should be no more than 300 words.
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May I enter more than one kitchen design in the contest?
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Providing each kitchen design meets the criteria, there is no limit to the number
of entries you submit. However, you are eligible to win only one regional prize
and one national prize.
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What is the deadline for entries and when will the regional winners be announced?
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All online entries must be completed no later than December 1, 2011, at midnight
PST. Mail-in entries must be postmarked by December 1, 2011. Regional winners will
be announced the first week in January, 2012, and the national winners will be announced
at the Thermador Kitchen Design Challenge celebration weekend in Scottsdale, AZ.
Regional winners need not be present to win.
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Where do I get an entry form?
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We encourage you to enter online beginning March
1, 2010. Simply set up a profile, complete the online entry form, write a narrative
of no more than 300 words, and upload your photos. If you prefer to mail-in your
entry, you can download an entry form from the web site. If you don't have online
access, you can obtain an entry form from your local dealer or by calling 1-866-572-9402.
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When and where will the regional winners go for their trip?
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Regional winners will attend a magnificent weekend celebration at the Hyatt Regency
Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch in the Spring of 2012.
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