A Kelowna home builder was a standout winner at the 2024 Okanagan Housing Awards of Excellence on Mar. 2.
Fawdry Homes took four awards including Excellence in Certified Home - Custom, and three for Excellence in Single Family Detached Home in several price categories.
The Canadian Home Builders Association of the Central Okanagan (CHBA-CO) presented the 31st anniversary of the awards.
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One of the highlights of the night was the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award to Charles sa国际传媒楥hucksa国际传媒 Cullen. He has more than 33 years of experience in the local residential construction industry and was honoured by his peers with a tribute video and a standing ovation.
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This year saw a record-breaking number of entries which were considered by a panel of 22 judges in home building, renovation, and interior design from across Canada.
The complete list of winners is available on the .
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