Connor Homes captured two wins and an honorable mention in the 2010 BSC Excellence in Home Design and Marketing Awards program. The honor was awarded by the Building Systems Councils (BSC) of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)-a trade association that represents the concrete, log, modular, and panelized building system industries-at their annual awards program on November 2, 2009.
Sponsored by the NAHB Building Systems Councils, the BSC Excellence in Marketing and Home Design Awards has promoted excellence in the systems-built housing industry for more than ten years. All winners were announced at an awards luncheon in Marco Island, Fla., held in conjunction with the BSC SHOWCASE event-the leading trade show and conference based centered on the systems-built housing industry. Home manufacturers, builders and industry associates were among the groups recognized.
Awards received by Connor Homes were:
- Winner - Excellence in Home Design: Panelized Home 4,000 plus square feet for a shingle style home built in Richmond, Massachusetts. Judges said: "The construction quality and attention to detail seemed impeccable." "Nice gestures in the details and interiors."
- Winner - Excellence in Home Design: Panelized Home 2,301-4,000 square feet for a Colonial Revival home built in Panton, Vermont. Judges said: "Classic and timeless in design while maximizing the use of modern construction technology and techniques." "Outstanding design rigor."
- Honorable Mention - Excellence in Home Design: Panelized Home under 2,301 square feet for a Barn-inspired Cottage in Ferrisburg, Vermont. Judges said: "A sweet little house that does a lot." "The second floor balcony is a delightful design providing the sense that you are sleeping in a tree house."
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On Wednesday, October 21, 2009 the 32nd Annual Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Northern Vermont's (HBRANV) Better Homes Award Banquet was held at the Sheraton Hotel and Conference in Burlington. This banquet, known as the "Academy Awards" for the Home Building Industry, highlights builders for projects that they submit to the program.
Connor Homes received Best Single Family Home under 2,000 Square Feet for its Stewart Hamil Cottage in Ferrisburg, Vermont. This award is judged on building design, efficient utilization of space, innovative use of materials, products and practices, compatibility with existing environment and craftsmanship.
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