Saskatoon & Region Home Builders’ Association Announce Top Achievements at the 33rd Annual Housing Excellence Awards Gala
SASKATOON, SK (FEB 10, 2025) – The Saskatoon & Region Home Builders’ Association proudly announced the winners of the 33rd Annual Housing Excellence Awards at a sold-out gala event on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon. Celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in the housing industry, this prestigious event recognized the outstanding work of its members across various categories, emphasizing innovation, quality, and excellence.
The Association proudly celebrated excellence in the homebuilding and renovation industry at this year’s prestigious awards gala, presenting 50 awards that recognized outstanding design, innovation, and craftsmanship. New this year, the Production Homes category was expanded with five additional awards, better representing the diverse home styles in Saskatoon’s housing market.
Ehrenburg Homes was honored as the Certified Professional Home Builder of the Year, while Centennial Kitchen & Bath earned the title of Certified Professional RenoMark® Renovator of the Year. Durabuilt Windows & Doors was named Trade Partner of the Year, and Lexis Homes once again secured the Parade of Homes Top Performer award for their exceptional entry in the 2024 Parade of Homes.
A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Ambassador Award to Andrew Williams of North Prairie Developments, recognizing his outstanding contributions and lasting impact on the housing industry.
Nicole Burgess, CEO of the Saskatoon & Region Home Builders’ Association, highlighted the significance of the evening, stating, “Tonight’s awards ceremony not only celebrates the remarkable talent within our industry but also reinforces the vital role of innovation and affordability in housing. As we recognize these outstanding achievements, we remain committed to driving excellence and sustainability in building homes that enhance lives and communities. Congratulations to all our winners and finalists, your dedication and hard work continue to raise the bar for quality and creativity in our industry.”
The Housing Excellence Awards stand as a testament to each company’s commitment to advancing the housing industry through innovative and sustainable solutions. By emphasizing affordability and quality, the event showcases the Association’s dedication to excellence and its ongoing influence in shaping the future of housing in Saskatoon and the surrounding region.
Without further ado, let us acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our esteemed winners:
Industry Awards: Sales & Customer Service
Top Sales Achievement Medium Volume Builder: Jamie Tait, Edgewater Development Corporation
Top Sales Achievement Large Volume Builder: Dave Rempel, Ehrenburg Homes
New Home Salesperson of the Year: Bryce Schmuland, Warman Homes
Outstanding Customer Service: Darius Bilokraly, Ehrenburg Homes
Industry Awards: Community & Leadership
Environmental Stewardship: Centennial Kitchen & Bath
Environmental Leadership in Housing: North Ridge Development Corporation
Safety Stewardship: Durabuilt Windows and Doors
Safety Leadership in Housing: Ehrenburg Homes
Community Impact Award: DREAM
Marketing Awards
Best Brochure or Kit: Hometown Homes
Best Digital Advertising Campaign: Centennial Kitchen & Bath
Best Radio Ad: Ehrenburg Homes
Best Sales Centre or Showroom: Security Building Supplies
Best Website: Local Flooring Group
Best Renderings: North Prairie Developments
Best Virtual Tour Experience: Edgewater Development Corporation
Customer Choice Awards
Customer Choice Single Family Small Volume Builder 0-5: Hometown Homes
Customer Choice Single Family Medium Volume Builder 6-46: Westridge Homes
Customer Choice Single Family Large Volume Builder 47+: North Ridge Development Corporation
Customer Choice Multi-Family Builder 10+: North Ridge Development Corporation
Renovation Awards
Bathroom Renovation of the Year: Mavrik Homebuilders
Kitchen Renovation of the Year under $50,000: Centennial Kitchen & Bath
Kitchen Renovation of the Year over $50,000: Hometown Homes
Basement Renovation of the Year: Edgewater Development Corporation
Whole Home Renovation of the Year: Hometown Homes
Best New Home Spaces
Best New Home Kitchen: Lexis Homes
Best New Home Bathroom: Northridge Development Corporation
Best New Home Primary Suite: Haven & Co
Best Interior Decorating: North Prairie Developments
Housing Awards for Multi Family Project Awards
Best Townhouse Project (up to 50 units): North Ridge Development Corporation
Best Townhouse Project (over 50 units): DREAM
Best Apartment Style Project: DREAM
Housing Awards for Best Attached Production Homes, Best Entry Level Home
and Best New Home Design
Best Attached Production Home up under 1500 sq. ft.: North Ridge Development Corporation
Best Attached Production Home 1501-1800 sq. ft.: Ehrenburg Homes
Best Attached Production Home over 1801 sq. ft.: Ehrenburg Homes
Best New Production Home Design: Lexis Homes
Best Entry Level Home: Ehrenburg Homes
Housing Awards for Best Detached Production Homes
Best Detached Production Home up under 1500 sq. ft.: North Prairie Developments
Best Detached Production Home 1501-1800 sq. ft.: Edgewater Development Corporation
Best Detached Production Home 1801-2100 sq. ft.: Lexis Homes
Best Detached Production Home 2101-2400 sq. ft.: Edgewater Development Corporation
Housing Awards: Custom Homes
Best Custom Home under 1800 sq. ft.: Haven and Co
Best Custom Home 1801-2500 sq. ft.: Maison Design + Build
Best Custom Home 2501-3500 sq. ft.: Lexis Homes
Best Custom Home over 3501 sq. ft.: Maison Design + Build
Saskatoon & Region Home Builders’ Association Awards
Parade of Homes Top Performer: Lexis Homes
Trade Partner of the Year: Durabuilt Windows and Doors
Certified Professional Home Builder of the Year: Ehrenburg Homes
Certified Professional RenoMark® Renovator of the Year: Centennial Kitchen & Bath
Ambassador Award: Andrew Williams, North Prairie Developments
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For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Nicole Burgess
Chief Executive Officer
Saskatoon & Region Home Builders’ Association
ceo@saskatoonhomebuilders.com
306-955-5188
