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Fulton, MD — The Maryland Building Industry Association (MBIA) proudly recognized the region’s most exceptional custom home builders and architects at the 2026 Montgomery County Custom Builder Awards on February 26, 2026. The program celebrates excellence in design, craftsmanship, innovation, and overall project execution across some of the area’s most remarkable custom and speculative homes. A distinguished panel of industry experts conducted evaluations of each entry, touring both the interior and exterior of the homes. Judges also reviewed comprehensive project submissions that included architectural plans, professional photography, and detailed narratives outlining design intent, construction quality, and unique features. “In today’s competitive custom housing market, these award winners represent the highest level of talent and expertise our region has to offer,” said Lori Graf, CEO. “Their commitment to design excellence and superior craftsmanship continues to elevate the standard for home building in Montgomery County and throughout the Washington metropolitan area.” Award categories recognized outstanding achievement across a range of home styles and square footage classifications, including custom traditional homes, custom contemporary homes, and speculative residences. Projects spanned Montgomery County and Washington, DC, showcasing the depth and diversity of architectural creativity and building expertise in the region. Among this year’s honored builders and design teams were: The Block Builders Group Laurence Cafritz Builders Douglas Construction Group, LLC Elie Ben Architecture Bethel Regency Homes LLC Mid-Atlantic Custom Builders Foxhall Homes Sandy Spring Builders, LLC Classic Homes of Maryland Kehoe Group LLC Francis Development Avatar Design Build These award-winning projects highlight the craftsmanship, innovation, and collaborative excellence that define Montgomery County’s custom home industry. For more information and photos of the Montgomery County Custom Builder Awards, visit www.marylandbuilders.org/2026-moco-custom or /www.pinterest.com/mdbuilders/2026-montgomery-county-custom-builder-awards.
Fulton, MD — The Maryland Building Industry Association (MBIA) proudly recognized the region’s most exceptional custom home builders and architects at the 2026 Montgomery County Custom Builder Awards on February 26, 2026. The program celebrates excellence in design, craftsmanship, innovation, and overall project execution across some of the area’s most remarkable custom and speculative homes.
A distinguished panel of industry experts conducted evaluations of each entry, touring both the interior and exterior of the homes. Judges also reviewed comprehensive project submissions that included architectural plans, professional photography, and detailed narratives outlining design intent, construction quality, and unique features.
“In today’s competitive custom housing market, these award winners represent the highest level of talent and expertise our region has to offer,” said Lori Graf, CEO. “Their commitment to design excellence and superior craftsmanship continues to elevate the standard for home building in Montgomery County and throughout the Washington metropolitan area.”
Award categories recognized outstanding achievement across a range of home styles and square footage classifications, including custom traditional homes, custom contemporary homes, and speculative residences. Projects spanned Montgomery County and Washington, DC, showcasing the depth and diversity of architectural creativity and building expertise in the region.
Among this year’s honored builders and design teams were:
These award-winning projects highlight the craftsmanship, innovation, and collaborative excellence that define Montgomery County’s custom home industry.
For more information and photos of the Montgomery County Custom Builder Awards, visit www.marylandbuilders.org/2026-moco-custom or /www.pinterest.com/mdbuilders/2026-montgomery-county-custom-builder-awards.