To showcase the new Andersen® Exterior Trim System, the company is launching a contest for architects and designers to render and submit an original building design using Andersen exterior trim as a building component.

Now through May 18, 2012, applications are being accepted. Entrants must submit an original building design with four (4) elevations rendered in color, and may submit one (1) additional drawing of their choice. The project must include the exterior trim system specified for Andersen A-Series or 400 Series products.  See the official rules for details.

Up to five (5) designs will be selected. Contest winners will receive a trip to Minnesota for an architectural tour of the Twin Cities and a facilities tour of Andersen Corporation. Each winning design that is built on or before May 30, 2013 will also receive Andersen exterior trim (up to 700 linear feet); an approximate retail value of $7,000.

Find official contest rules here: http://www.andersenwindows.com/exteriortrimcontest