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The Big 3: Meet the Builders and Renovators that Made a Big Splash at the 2024 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence

The 2024 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence recognize the best in Canada’s residential construction industry. There were over 900 submissions this year, and nearly 300 industry experts from across the country meticulously selected finalists and winners for 48 categories. These categories span newly built single-family homes, multi-family residences, high-rises, and new communities, home renovations at every price point, and residential marketing, reflecting the breadth and diversity of the industry.

In addition to the 48 categories, three major accolades were conferred to the top-performing companies: the Design Excellence Award, Renovation Excellence Award, and Marketing Excellence Award. These awards recognize the home builder or renovator (and marketing company for the marketing awards)who has demonstrated the highest overall achievement in their respective new home, renovation, and marketing categories.

This year’s winners of those best overall big three Excellence Awards are:

 

  • Douglas Homes and Jayman BUILT, both based in Calgary, tied in their best overall score to secure a victory in the Design Excellence Award for their exceptional new homes and spaces.
  • Ultimate Renovations from Calgary, Alberta, received the Renovation Excellence Award for their outstanding work in home renovations.
  • The Marketing Excellence Award was presented to Mattamy Homes and Gladstone Media from Toronto, Ontario, for their successful marketing efforts, with their project BLDV Q recognized in multiple categories.

 

For further details on these winners please refer to the sections below. Each project showcased reflects exceptional talent and vision shaping the future of residential construction in Canada.

Design Excellence Award (Tie) 

 

Douglas Homes:  

Douglas Homes, established in 1989 by Doug Musak, is a reputable home builder known for practical design, superior craftsmanship, and affordability. They offer quick possession and presale homes, prioritizing customer preferences. With over 150 standard plans and customizable options, they aim to create homes that fit each owner perfectly.

Modern townhouse exterior at sunset on the left; contemporary dining area with yellow chairs and open kitchen on the right, featuring large windows and modern lighting—showcasing housing excellence celebrated by CHBA Awards.

WINNER – Best Entry-Level Home: Douglas Homes, Calgary, AB: “Cambridge” 

A modern two-story house exterior with gray siding is shown on the left, highlighting housing excellence, while the right side displays a bright, contemporary kitchen and dining area with white cabinets, marble table, and elegant decor—a true showcase of renovation excellence recognized by CHBA Awards.

FINALIST – Best Entry-Level Home: Douglas Homes, Calgary, AB: “Cairns”  

Split image: Left shows a modern two-story house in winter sunlight, snow on roof and driveway, reflecting renovation excellence. Right shows a contemporary kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with two stools—showcasing design excellence worthy of CHBA Awards recognition.

FINALIST – Best Entry-Level Home: Douglas Homes, Calgary, AB: “St. Augustine”

Jayman BUILT: 

Jayman BUILT has been at the forefront of the industry for over 40 years, setting the standard in new home construction, sustainable building practices, and energy-efficient design. In 2005, they pioneered the introduction of BUILT GREEN® in Alberta. Their focus is on innovation to help customers save money, safeguard their health, and minimize our environmental impact.

Modern apartment building exterior on the left; bright, open-concept living room and kitchen with neutral décor and large windows on the right—a showcase of design excellence recognized by the CHBA Awards.

WINNER – Best Attached Low-Rise Home 1500-1800 sq. ft: Jayman BUILT, Calgary, AB: “Brook – The Streams of Lake Mahogany” 

A modern lakeside apartment building exterior on the left; on the right, a stylish open-concept interior with dining and living areas, large windows, and contemporary decor that showcases design excellence throughout.

FINALIST – Best Attached Low-Rise Home over 1800 sq. ft: Jayman BUILT, Calgary, AB: “Brook – The Streams of Lake Mahogany” 

Split image: Left shows a modern three-story house exterior with black and white siding; right showcases a contemporary kitchen and dining area with dark accents and large windows, reflecting renovation excellence recognized by the CHBA Awards.

FINALIST – Best Detached Production Home 2,101 to 2,400 sq. ft: Jayman BUILT, Calgary, AB: “Jake 26” 

Renovation Excellence Award 

 

Ultimate Renovations: 

Ultimate Renovations in Calgary has provided home transformations since 1979, and has won 12 BILD Alberta Renovator of the Year awards for quality craftsmanship and innovative design in addition to their wins at the national level (they won the Renovation Excellence Award in 2023 as well!). They prioritize client satisfaction, transparency, and professionalism, aiming to fulfill renovation dreams with expertise and care.

Side-by-side photos show a kitchen before and after renovation. The before has dark counters and white cabinets; the after, recognized for its design excellence, features sleek gray cabinetry, white countertops, and modern fixtures.

WINNER – Best Kitchen Renovation under $70,000: Ultimate Renovations, Calgary, AB: “Woodbine Elegance” 

Side-by-side comparison: unfinished basement with exposed framing and pink insulation on the left, modern finished bathroom with wood cabinets and round mirror on the right—a striking showcase of renovation excellence.

WINNER – Best Bathroom Renovation: Ultimate Renovations, Calgary, AB: “Sovereign Spa Symphony” 

Side-by-side comparison of a basement before and after renovation: left shows an unfinished basement; right shows a finished space with seating, fireplace, and modern decor—a striking example of renovation excellence recognized by the CHBA Awards.

WINNER – Best Basement Renovation: Ultimate Renovations, Calgary, AB: “Sovereign Spa Symphony” 

Side-by-side comparison of a kitchen before and after renovation; the left is dark with wood cabinets, while the right exemplifies renovation excellence with bright white cabinets, modern lighting, and a large island.

FINALIST – Best Kitchen Renovation – under $70,000: Ultimate Renovations, Calgary, AB: “Whispers of Walnut in Southwood”  

Side-by-side kitchen remodel: left shows a cluttered space with dark countertops; right reveals a modern, bright kitchen with white cabinets, a large island, and open shelving—an inspiring transformation that showcases renovation excellence.

FINALIST – Best Kitchen Renovation – Over $100,000: Ultimate Renovations, Calgary, AB: “Bonavista Bliss” 

Split image showing a house before and after renovation. The before side looks plain with brown walls, while the after side features stone accents, large windows, modern railings, and a landscaped green lawn—showcasing true renovation excellence worthy of CHBA Awards recognition.

FINALIST – Best Exterior Renovation: Ultimate Renovations, Calgary, AB: “The Royal View”   

Marketing Excellence Award 

 

Mattamy Homes and Gladstone Media: 

Mattamy Homes is the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, with 45 years of history across the United States and Canada. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of homeownership. In Canada, its communities stretch across the Greater Toronto Area, as well as in Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton.

Gladstone Media is a full-service advertising agency, design studio, and multimedia production company, based in Toronto. They provide a complete range of turnkey marketing solutions, from branding and identity to communications strategies, advertising campaigns, film production, and post-production services.

Modern multi-story condominium building at dusk, lit by interior lights, with large white text across the image reading BLVD.Q and smaller text below saying CONDOMINIUMS ON THE QUEENSWAY—an address recognized for housing excellence and award-worthy design.

WINNER – Best Short Video (under 45 seconds): Mattamy Homes and Gladstone Media, Toronto, ON: “BLVD Q” 

Two advertisements for BLVDQ.com demonstrate renovation excellence, featuring a modern apartment interior and a lively outdoor building entrance—each with a large pink Q and the phrase "Your story starts here.

FINALIST – Best Signage: Mattamy Homes and Gladstone Media, Toronto, ON: “BLVD Q” 

Multiple smartphones display images of stylish young women, cityscapes, and bold pink “Q” graphics, illustrating a modern digital campaign that embodies marketing excellence. One phone shows a social media feed with related visuals and branding.

FINALIST – Best Digital Advertising Campaign: Mattamy Homes and Gladstone Media, Toronto, ON: “BLVD Q” 

 

Congratulations again to the recipients of the big 3 Excellence Awards. As we look forward to future years of the CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence, it is clear that the drive for excellence and sustainability will continue to shape the landscape of Canadian housing, ensuring it remains vibrant and forward-thinking.

 

Click here to view the full finalist gallery!  

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