Streaming live from an exquisitely custom-built award-winning home in West Vancouver, the Homebuilders Association Vancouver revealed the 2021 HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence! Viewers attending the online Gala were treated to music by local band Ten Souljas while Yosh Kasahara, Executive Vice President of Alabaster Homes and renowned foodie @yoshfood shared an authentic Japanese Wagyu beef appetizer
to complement Mainland Whisky customdesigned mixologist’s cocktail recipes. Entrants and sponsors received hand-delivered House Party boxes prior to the awards show, including the event program, and gifts to participate and commemorate the evening. Not to be left out, viewers had the option to access an online version of the party kit too. Be inspired to build your dream home at www.havan.ca/awards.
2021 WINNERS
PROJECT: Feats of Strength AWARD: Best Custom Home:
$3 Million and Over BUILDER: Versa Homes DESIGNER: Sarah Gallop Design Inc
(Interior Designer of the Year) PROJECT LOCATION: Vancouver
This handsome character home located in a Vancouver neighbourhood pays homage to the heritage-aesthetic. Wood windows with Georgian panes and shutters direct all-day sunlight while keeping up the traditional appearance. Private balconies offer breathtaking city and mountain views. Inside, the traditional floorplan, consciously designed with a modern openness throughout, masterfully blends modern character elements with neutral materials of consistent quality to create a timeless serenity. Photo: iShot.ca
PROJECT: All Decked Out BUILDER: Barrett Group Custom Builders AWARDS: Best Custom Home:
$2 Million – Under $3 Million; Best Certified High-Performance Home: New or Renovated; Grand HAVAN Award Custom Home Builder of the Year LOCATION: North Vancouver
Photo: ishot.ca
Every corner of this custom-built award-winning home has been thoughtfully designed to fit the unique-sized property. Featuring 1650 square feet of exterior patios and decks, this home is designed for entertaining. Outdoor kitchen, bar and BBQ , plus a negative edge pool/hot tub creates opportunities for impromptu gatherings at one of three custom built fire pits. Open plan living on the main features cantilevered floating stairs leading to three mastersized bedrooms, each with full ensuite for the ultimate in privacy. The basement includes a gym, wine room, home office, games room and rental suite. There is even a secret library hidden behind a stone wall! This home has every angle covered! B O U L E VA R D
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