NAHB’s 2024 Best in American Living Finalists Announced
The Best in American Living™ Awards (BALA) is the home building industry’s premier residential design awards program. BALA spotlights the most creative and talented professionals who have redefined design excellence for homes and communities nationally and internationally.
Winning design projects showcase what industry professionals need to know to help set their product apart and attract today’s highly educated and discerning home buyers.
This year’s BALA Awards will also feature:
- Multifamily awards, which highlight innovative developments, design and superior management in apartments and condos,
- Offsite construction awards, which recognize the best in building systems, and
- Remodeling awards, which recognize the best in craftsmanship, innovation and excellence in home remodeling projects.
The 2024 finalists have been announced and will earn either a Silver or Gold award during this year’s ceremony. See the full list of finalists.
Mark your calendar: The BALA Awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 26, at 5 p.m. PT at the Caesars Palace Ballroom during the 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas.
Purchase tickets at buildersshow.com.
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