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Frame Custom Homes for Urban Retreat, 7 Prize Winners
The 29th annual Okanagan Housing Awards of Excellence went virtual for the first time on Saturday night due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Frame Custom Homes stole the show and won seven awards, while Kelowna’s Bellamy Homes, West Kelowna’s H&H Custom Homes, and Penticton builder Edgehill Developments each took home three awards.
“It’s been a weird year to say the least,” says Colin Basran, Kelowna mayor.
“The construction sector was one of the bright lights in Kelowna’s economy [and] one of the largest employers in our region … Our collaboration with the Canadian builders association Central Okanagan has helped us in one of the most difficult years of recent times. “
The best projects of the year in the fields of new construction, apartment renovation and interior design were highlighted. The awards also feature excellent environmental initiatives and affordable housing.
“Despite the pandemic, residential construction has remained stable and has kept our local economy moving,” says Dan Winer, Executive Officer.
“These builders, renovators, designers and suppliers were one of the bright spots for our community this year. Celebrating your successes despite all the challenges of the year is a testament to the tenacity and creativity of our local housing industry. “
2021 Okanagan Housing Awards of Excellence – 2021 Winner List
1. Kitchen Design Excellence (New Home) – $ 70,000 and under
- Christina Hartman with Westwood Fine Cabinetry – Lakestone Living
- Project Partner: Richmond Custom Homes 2. Kitchen Design Excellence (New Home) – $ 70,000 and up
2. Framework Custom Homes – Lakeside Haven 3. Excellence in Master Suite Design (New Home)
3. H&H Custom Homes – Lake Court View
4. Excellence in the design of the master suite (renovation)
- Hannah Katey Interior Design – Miller Master Suite Renovation
- Project partners: Everton Ridge Homes, Kekuli Bay Cabinetry
5. Excellence in Interior Design (New Home)
- Edgehill Developments Ltd. – Modern farmhouse in summer country
6. Excellence in interior design (renovation)
- Natalie Fuglestveit Interior Design – Sunnyside Lakehouse Custom i. Project partner: Chriscan Construction
7.Excellence in outdoor living space (new home or renovation)
- Framework Custom Homes – Lakeside Haven
8.Excellence in every room (new home or renovation)
- H&H Custom Homes – Lake Court View
9. Excellent decoration and design (new home or renovation)
- Line up West Homes – The Willow Grove
- Project partners: Isabey Interiors – Raquel Millikin, Ramco Flooring, Heimhardware, Robinson Lighting
10. Excellent performance in creating a feature / innovation in a home (new home or renovation)
- Chatham Homes – Murray Residence
- Project partner: Westeck Windows and Doors
11. Excellence in Marketing
12. Excellence in Show Home – $ 500,000 and under
- Dilworth Quality Homes – Denali 777
- Project partner: Kati Knorr with Westwood Fine Cabinetry, Small’s Tile and Flooring, Joanne Parker Design
13. Excellence in Show Home – $ 500,000 and up
- Bellamy Homes Inc. – Urban Retreat
- Project partner: Small’s tiles and floors, Norelco Cabinet Solutions
14. Excellence in the environmental initiative – residential or commercial
- priMe HaBitat Design | Build – Lakeside Net Zero Home
- Project partner: Baths by Design, Amber Millwork Ltd., Nufloors Kelowna
15. Excellence in Public-Private Partnership
- BC Housing – Affordable Clearwater Housing
16. Excellence in innovative building / architecture / design – residential or commercial
- Creative Touch Interiors – Hunter Crt. Design Studio 17. Excellence in Home Renovation – $ 100,000-250,000
17. Willow Development Inc. – Byron Residence
18. Excellence in Home Renovation – $ 250,000 – $ 500,000
- Edgehill Developments Ltd. – Mid-Century Modern Reno
19. Excellence in Home Renovation – $ 500,000 and up
- Absolute Interior Design Inc.- Lakehouse Retreat i. Project partner: Robinson Lighting
20. Excellence in Kitchen Renovations $ 75,000 and under
- Edgehill Developments Ltd. – Previous place of residence
- Project partner: Westwood Fine Cabinetry
21. Excellence in Kitchen Renovations $ 75,000-150,000
- Everton Ridge Homes – Miller Kitchen Renovation
- Project partners: Hannah Katey interior design, Kekuli Bay Cabinetry
22. Excellence in Kitchen Renovations $ 150,000 and up
- Absolute Interior Design Inc.- Lakehouse Retreat i. Project partner: Robinson Lighting
23. Excellence in Bathroom Renovations $ 40K & Under
- Sunterra Homes Ltd. – Boho regency
- Project partner: Copper + Oak Design Ltd.
24. Excellence in bathroom renovation $ 40,000 and up
- Ian Paine Construction and Design – Luxury at the Lake
- Project partners: Express Flooring, Stirling Woodworks Ltd., Pro Electric Ltd.
25. Excellence in Small Homes – Up to 1000 sq. Ft.
- Frame Custom Homes – Urban Retreat
- Project partner: Founded Fast Design
26. Excellence in Single Family Homes $ 350,000- $ 500,000
- Langford Properties Ltd. – Crown coat of arms
27. Excellence in Single Family Homes $ 500,000- $ 750,000
- Edgehill Developments Ltd. – Modern farmhouse Summerland i. Project partner: new generation cabinets
28. Excellence in Single Family Homes $ 750,000- $ 1,000,000
- Richmond Custom Homes Ltd. – Lakestone Living i. Project partner: Westwood Fine Cabinetry
29. Excellence in Single Family Home $ 1,000,000- $ 1,500,000
- H&H Custom Homes – Lake Court View
30. Excellence in Single Family Home $ 1,500,000 – $ 2,000,000
- Framework Custom Homes – West Coast Retreat
31. Excellence in Single Family Home $ 2,000,000- $ 3,000,000
- Framework Custom Homes – Lakeside Haven
32. Excellence in Single Family Homes over $ 5,000,000
- Bercum Builders – Zenith
- Project partner: Absolute interior design
33. Excellence in semi-detached or townhouse development
- Dilworth Quality Homes – Cantina on the South Ridge
34. Excellence in creating a low multi-family development
- Innocept Development and Real Estate – St. Paul
35. Excellence in Urban Backfilling – Housing (Real Estate Reuse)
- Frame Custom Homes – Urban Retreat
- Project partner: Founded Fast Design
36th supplier of the year
- Norelco Cabinet Solutions
37th Designer of the Year
38th home of the year
- Frame Custom Homes – Urban Retreat
39th Residential Renovator of the Year
- Marvel Pro Contracting & Renovations Ltd.
40th Apartment Builder of the Year
41st Single Family Home of the Year (10 Homes or Less)
42nd single-family house of the year large volume (11 houses or more)