The Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains has announced the award winners for the Rescheduled 2024 WNC Parade of Homes, which reflect a high level of ingenuity, imagination and resiliency.
All the homes featured in the 43rd annual event were eligible for recognition, including the highly sought-after Best in Show award. Each entry was thoughtfully reviewed by a panel of out-of-town judges who have experience in the building industry. Judges evaluated the homes based on criteria such as design, craftmanship, functionality, and overall impression.
We awarded the honors on May 1 at the Rescheduled 2024 Awards Gala. Here are the award winners:
2024 WNC Parade of Homes Award Winners
Best in Show
- #33 – The Phoenix House by WSM Craft: Located in Asheville, this heirloom estate is a breathtaking fusion of classic Anglo-European manor style and 21st-century efficiency, featuring expansive living spaces and custom finishes throughout.
- #20 – Davwyn – Modern Infill by Painted Buckeye Builders, LLC: This modern home pushes the boundaries of design on a tight infill lot in West Asheville’s Malvern Hills, blending clean, contemporary aesthetics with innovative, space-saving solutions.
Green Certification
- #34 – Arcadian Abode by JAG & Associates Construction, Inc: This home couples Scandinavian-inspired design with sustainable building practices, offering seamless indoor-outdoor living and expansive views of the Reems Creek Valley.
Green Innovation
- #30 – Longstreet Court by Assembly Build, LLC: Featuring multiple terraces, a living roof, and floor-to-ceiling windows, this “right-sized” home is “as much about the exterior as it is the interior,” the builder shared.
BABRM Motto
- #16 – Riverside & #1 – The Perch by Alair Asheville / Red Tree Builders: Located in Asheville’s Olivette community, Riverside is a thoughtfully designed, future-ready home featuring riverfront views, zero-entry thresholds, and thermally modified wood siding—perfect for aging in place. Also in Asheville, The Perch offers breathtaking mountain views and a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.
Best Renewed Space
- RS #2- Alpine Farmhouse by Buchanan Construction, LLC: Tucked in the high country of Little Switzerland, this expertly renovated 1913 farmhouse balances original 20th-century flourishes with modern conveniences.
Housing Affordability
- #9 – The Escape Pod by Compact Cottages: Designed with affordability and efficiency in mind, this 480-square-foot accessory dwelling unit is the perfect guest suite, vacation rental, or minimalist retreat.
Viewer’s Choice Showcase Home
- #4 – Southern Eclipse by Dwelling Place Homes, LLC: With vaulted living room ceilings, red cedar accents, and a custom concrete fireplace surround, this stunning three-story home marries modern luxury with industrial design.
Gold Craftsmanship Awards
- #6 – 374 Walnut Valley Parkway by Jade Mountain Builders and Company, Inc.: Set on a scenic property in Arden, this timber-frame home combines a mix of materials—glass, steel, and concrete—with exceptional craftsmanship.
- #33 – The Phoenix House by WSM Craft: This Asheville residence draws inspiration from Anglo-European manor homes, seamlessly integrating the charm of yesterday with the modern conveniences of today.
- #10 – Secluded Sanctuary by Morgan-Keefe Builders Inc: Constructed on a sloping lot in Sylva, this home features floor-to-ceiling windows, heavy cedar timbers, and tongue-and-groove walls and ceilings.
- #29 – Zen Mountain Haven by Living Stone Design + Build: This Japanese-Appalachian-inspired retreat in Swannanoa fuses Asian influences with modern mountain elegance, featuring Shoji doors, coffered ceilings, and custom cabinetry.
- #39 – Modern Organic Elegance by Living Stone Design + Build: Custom lighting, wood accents, tongue-and-groove ceilings, and other thoughtful finishings create a warm yet modern aesthetic in this Asheville home.
- #32 – Casa Bonita by Living Stone Design + Build: Ideal for entertaining, this mountain contemporary home in the Sprout community between Asheville and Hendersonville combines biophilic design with breathtaking views. The home has been featured in House Beautiful magazine.
- #22 – Benton Farms French Country Modern by DMH Builders Inc: This European-inspired home in Horse Shoe blends French country architecture with rustic elegance, featuring vaulted ceilings, a limestone fireplace, an indoor sauna, and other luxurious amenities.
- #35 – ART HOUSE by Milestone Contracting: Perched high above downtown Asheville, Art House blurs the line between gallery and home with modern touches and an open floor plan.
- #18 – Piney Branch Farmhouse by Andrew Roby, Inc.: Built with family in mind, this spacious and comfortable home welcomes guests with hand-crafted white oak floors, a wraparound porch, and built-in bunk beds for the grandkids.
- #28 – Flat Top Mountain by RCJ Building: Natural materials like white oak, ash, and Douglas fir take center stage in this modern residence built at 3,600 feet in Fairview.
- #34 – Arcadian Abode by JAG & Associates Construction, Inc.: Overlooking the Reems Creek Valley, the Arcadian Abode combines Scandinavian-inspired design with expansive windows, custom cabinetry, and a timber-framed outdoor living area.
- #31 – Weaver Ridge Modern by Sineath Construction: Nestled on a one-acre lot in Weaverville, this property pairs exquisite craftsmanship with high-quality materials, including Shou Sugi Ban siding, wide-plank hickory hardwood floors, and leathered Belvedere granite countertops.
- #20 – Davwyn – Modern Infill by Painted Buckeye Builders, LLC: Built on a compact infill lot in West Asheville, this home incorporates cantilevered spaces and custom built-ins to enhance functionality within a limited footprint.
- #15 – Custom Barndominium by KC Construction Company: This two-story “barndominium” in Clyde features a cost-effective, energy-efficient design and durable materials, along with the design flexibility that comes with no load-bearing interior walls.
- #2 – The Bird House by Nanostead: Tucked into the mountains of Madison County, this 800-square-foot residence makes the most of its small footprint with a minimalist kitchen, spacious bedroom and bathroom, and sleeping loft.
Silver Craftsmanship Awards
- #8 – Hidden Falls by Living Stone Design + Build: Located in the Henderson County community of Kenmure, this modern mountain home showcases unexpected elements, from a custom spiral staircase to a plaster rock wall.
- #30 – Longstreet Court by Assembly Build, LLC: Built for a retired couple in Weaverville, this “right-sized” home offers seamless indoor-outdoor living with expansive terraces and a green roof.
- #12 – Tiger Lily Terrace by Ward Enterprises & Ventures, LLC: Constructed in the Olivette Agrihood, this modern farmhouse integrates stunning mountain and river views with boulder walls, spacious family areas, and work-from-home accommodations.
