photo contest

Every year, we pool all of the pictures that you send us and choose the three most outstanding shots. You're probably showing off your new buildings, sheds, cabins, gazebos and more to friends and family, so why not send a great shot to us and let your building pride pay off!

  • How to enter
    Upload your photos or send them via email at [email protected], please also note the building type and dimensions.. It's that easy!

  • Judging criteria
    We'll judge them based on the design itself, the surrounding landscape and the photography talent.
    photo guidelines

  • Deadline
    Submissions for next year's photo contest must arrive by April 10th, 2026. Winners will be announced early April of 2027.

  • Prizes
    $250
    First Place     $150
    Second Place     $100
    Third Place

Good Luck

We can't wait to receive your amazing photos, and don't worry, even if you don't win, they will still be featured on our website and promoted in social media.

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Our 2025 Photo Contest Winners

Congratulations on a job well done and we look forward to seeing more fantastic designs this year! If you haven't sent us the pictures of your finished design, please do... we'll enter you into this year's contest.

  • 1st Place
    12' x 14' Mini Oban Modern Cabin First Prize contest winners 2025

    12' x 14' Mini Oban
    - Polson, Montana

    Announcing the winner of this year's photo contest: the Mini Oban cabin. Perched along the shimmering blue waters of the bay and tucked gently against the forest's edge, this contemporary retreat is the very definition of a dream escape. Wrapped in large windows that invite in golden sunlight by day and moonlit skies by night, the Mini Oban blurs the line between indoors and nature in the most breathtaking way.

    Whether sipping your morning coffee on the porch as the waves softly kiss the shoreline, or curling up inside with a good book while the summer breeze drifts through the open windows, every moment spent here feels steeped in serenity, inspiration, and quiet wonder.

    It was the cabin's extraordinary attention to craftsmanship, its seamless balance of rustic charm and modern luxury, and its idyllic setting amid such stunning natural surroundings that completely captivated us — ultimately earning the Mini Oban first place this year.

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  • 2nd Place
    12' Victorian Gazebo photo contest second place

    12' Victorian
     - Wingham, Ontario

    Introducing the runner-up of this year's photo contest: the Victorian Gazebo. From the perfectly manicured stone pathway to the breathtaking centerpiece awaiting at its end, this storybook backyard is the definition of timeless elegance. At its heart stands the Victorian gazebo of our dreams; charming, refined, and beautifully surrounded by lush natural scenery.

    Crystal-clear water winds through the property, guiding the eye all the way from the warmth of the fire pit to the stunning gazebo itself. Every detail feels thoughtfully placed, creating a seamless harmony between grandeur and nature that earned this unforgettable retreat its well-deserved second-place finish.

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  • 3rd Place
    11' x 16' Urban Studio Thrid Place

    11' x 16' Urban Studio
     - La Jolla, California

    Introducing the third-place winner of this year's photo contest: the Urban Studio. Nestled along the dreamy seashores of California, this coastal retreat captures the effortless beauty of seaside living with a design that feels both modern and naturally connected to its surroundings. Clad in clear natural stained western red cedar, the studio blends seamlessly into the beachfront landscape, its warm tones mirroring the dunes, driftwood, and shoreline beyond.

    With ocean breezes drifting through the space and waves crashing just steps away, the Urban Studio perfectly embodies laid-back coastal luxury. Its clean architectural lines, thoughtfully chosen materials, and seamless connection to nature made it impossible to overlook — earning this stunning seaside escape a well-deserved third-place finish in this year's contest.

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Honorable Mentions

Every year, when we're debating the winning photographs, the fur flies at Summerwood. You can see why. All of these pictures are artful and evocative. So much is worth celebrating, from the well-considered angles, color and lighting of the photos to the surprising finishing touches on the designs.

Past Winners

See for yourself. This isn't the first year that we had a tough job deciding which photos win.

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