Trico Homes Named a Finalist for Five Homes at the 2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence
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- Friday, March 20, 2026
We’re proud to share that Trico Homes has been named a finalist for five of our homes at the 2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence, one of Canada’s most respected national competitions for new homes, renovations, community development, and residential marketing. This year’s competition drew 900 entries across 49 categories, making finalist recognition a meaningful achievement on the national stage.
The CHBA’s new home awards evaluate entries on design, innovation, functionality, and special features. At Trico, that aligns directly with our commitment to creating homes that are not only visually appealing but thoughtfully designed for real life. Whether it’s a more efficient layout, a better flow for everyday living, or features that support how families live today, innovation should always serve the homeowner first.
Trico Homes was recognized in the following categories:
Best Detached Production Home Under 1,800 Square Feet
The Bravo in Huxley
5 bedrooms • 3.5 bathrooms • 1600 sq.ft.
As a part of the 30th Anniversary Home Collection, The Bravo takes the most popular features and options that capture the spirit of Trico’s legacy, providing lasting value through rental potential and family adaptability for value-driven buyers.
The McKinney in Bridgeport
3 bedrooms • 3.5 bathrooms • 1715 sq.ft.
Whether accommodating roommates, extended family, or evolving lifestyle needs, the McKinney offers adaptable spaces and well-planned flow—all within an efficient, affordable footprint—making it a standout choice.
Best Detached Production Home 1,800 to 2,100 Square Feet
The Oxford ZLL in Belmont
3 bedrooms • 2.5 bathrooms • 2094 sq.ft.
The Oxford II delivers a bright, modern aesthetic that appeals directly to young families seeking a refined, cohesive home. The layout is designed to support the family-friendly rhythms, offering defined spaces for work, bright open areas for gathering, and well-organized upper-floor amenities that make daily routines easier and more comfortable.
Best Detached Production Home 2,101 to 2,400 Square Feet
The Aria ZLL in Wolf Willow
3 bedrooms • 2.5 bathrooms • 2229 sq.ft.
The Aria stands out for its elevated design, thoughtful functionality, and technical execution—delivering bright, refined living tailored to established families who value comfort, quality, and adaptable private spaces.
The Encore in West Springs
4 bedrooms • 3.5 bathrooms • 2309 sq.ft.
The Encore appeals to buyers looking for family-friendly layouts with upscale finishes. Innovation shines through its custom upgrades to kitchen and bathroom spaces, providing sophisticated finishes and spaces through quality materials. Comprehensive Net-Zero–ready features, including an 11.4 kW solar array, SolarEdge monitoring, air-source heat pump with high-efficiency furnace backup, heat-pump water heater, R-24 insulation, and triple-glazed Low-E windows ensure comfort, resilience, and long-term energy savings.
In addition to its stunning design and exceptional liveability, this home is the eight STARS lottery home Trico has built for STARS, supporting their life-saving critical services for Albertans, showcasing Trico values from build to our effort to give back to our community. While this showhome is now closed, you can view the Encore and which communities it’s available in here.
A Recognition Shared Across The Trico Team
For our team, this recognition reflects the care, craftsmanship, and thoughtfulness that go into every home we build for Calgary families.
We know that recognition like this is never achieved by one model or one department alone. It takes the collective work of our interior and showhome designers, product development, construction teams, trades, service teams, and every person committed to creating exceptional homes and experiences for our customers.
We’re grateful to the Canadian Home Builders’ Association for this recognition, and even more grateful to the homeowners, partners, and communities who continue to place their trust in Trico Homes.
Winners of the 2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence will be announced on May 8, 2026, in Québec City during CHBA’s Home Building Week in Canada. We’re honoured to see five Trico home models recognized among the best in Canadian housing.
Discover Award-Finalist Homes by Trico Homes
If you’re looking for a home that combines thoughtful design, everyday functionality, and a builder that leads with purpose, we invite you to explore Trico Homes and discover what makes our homes stand out. Visit our website to view models, showhomes, quick possessions, and more.