Members Win Star Awards; Homes by J. Anthony Is Grand Award Finalist
Dallas BA member Homes by J. Anthony was named a Grand Award Finalist in the Custom Builders category of the annual Star Awards presented by the Texas Association of Builders. One of the most prestigious distinctions of the evening, this honor celebrates overall achievement in custom homebuilding and highlights builders whose work represents the highest standard in the industry.
TAB announced the 2025 Star Awards winners in conjunction with the Sunbelt Builders Show™ on July 30 at the Gaylord Texas Resort in Grapevine. The celebration included a reception, dinner and the presentation of the awards. This year’s program broke records by bringing in over 950 entries that resulted in three Grand Awards and 188 elite trophies handed out by emcee Carisha Swanson, market director for House Beautiful.
Following is a list of Dallas BA members or their employees who were honored in this year’s Star Awards.
Best Product
LG Electronics
Associate Professional of the Year
Amy Burns, Kohler
Construction Superintendent of the Year
Johnathon Jordan, Wan Bridge Group
Mortgage Industry Professional of the Year
Sierra Jones, CLM Mortgage
Project Manager of the Year
Israel Galicia, Huffines Communities and Huffines Enterprises
Best Poolscape – Individual Residence
Homes by J. Anthony, Blondy Jhune
Best Special Event
Wan Bridge Group, WB Holiday Symphony Concert
Best Architectural Design (6.5M – 7M)
Homes by J. Anthony, Blondy Jhune
Best Architectural Design (over 19M)
Tim Jackson Custom Homes, KEE Ranch
Best Kitchen (1.8M – 1.9M)
Lingenfelter Luxury Homes, Kentucky Derby
Best Kitchen (6M – 7M)
Homes by J. Anthony, Blondy Jhune
Best Kitchen (19M – 20M)
Tim Jackson Custom Homes, KEE Ranch
Best Living Room (6M – 7M)
Homes by J. Anthony, Blondy Jhune
Best Living Room (19M – 20M)
Tim Jackson Custom Homes, KEE Ranch
Best New Custom Home (6M – 7M)
Homes by J. Anthony, Blondy Jhune
Best New Custom Home (19M – 20M)
Tim Jackson Custom Homes, KEE Ranch
Best Outdoor Living Space (6M – 7M)
Homes by J. Anthony, Blondy Jhune
Best Outdoor Living Space (19M – 20M)
Tim Jackson Custom Homes, KEE Ranch
Best Overall Interior Design (6.5M – 7M)
Homes by J. Anthony, Blondy Jhune
Best Overall Interior Design (19M – 20M)
Tim Jackson Custom Homes, KEE Ranch
Best Owners Suite (4M – 5M)
Homes by J. Anthony, Tacoma
Best Owners Suite (6M – 7M)
Homes by J. Anthony, Blondy Jhune
Best Owners Suite (19M – 20M)
Tim Jackson Custom Homes, KEE Ranch
Best Specialty Room (19M – 20M)
Tim Jackson Custom Homes, KEE Ranch
Best Digital Marketing Campaign
Hillwood Communities: SmartTouch Interactive, Pomona
Best Email Message
Johnson Development Corp., Grange
Best Special Promotion
Huffines Communities, SOLFEST – The Grand Opening of Solterra Texas
Best Architectural Design
Grenadier Homes, Cottonwood Creek Villas
Best Overall Interior Merchandising of a Model
Grenadier Homes, Cottonwood Creek Villas, Willow Grove Townhomes
Best Addition (under 1M)
TCP Custom Outdoor, Ralfallen Project
Best Outdoor Living Space (under 1M)
Alair Homes, Riverview Cabana
Best Digital Marketing Campaign
Kasper Custom Remodeling
Best Bathroom Design (200K – 500K)
Grand Homes, Buffalo Ridge
Best Interior Merchandising (100K – 250K)
Brightland Homes, Rosewood
Best Interior Merchandising (251K – 350K)
Grand Homes, Prairie Ridge
Best Interior Merchandising (351K – 500K)
Grand Homes, Heath Golf and Yacht Club
Best Interior Merchandising (above 1M)
Toll Brothers, Parkfield Modern
Best Kitchen Design (100K – 275K)
Brightland Homes, Rosewood
Best Kitchen Design (300K – 500K)
Grand Homes, Lakes at Legacy
Best Product Design (under 250K)
Grand Homes, Walton Ridge, Royal Catherine III Model
Best Product Design (275K – 375K)
Grand Homes, Monterra Grand, Monterra II Model
Best Product Design (400K – 600K)
Grand Homes, Silverleaf Estates, Grand Silverleaf Model
Best Semi-Custom Home (under 1M)
Elmwood Homes, Byrum Ranch
Specialty Feature/Room (under 340K)
Grand Homes, Monterra
Specialty Feature/Room (340K – 640K)
Grand Homes, Kings Crossing
The Star Awards have been given annually since 1992 as the only statewide tribute to excellence in the homebuilding industry recognizing excellence in all areas of the residential construction industry. These awards are highly coveted within the industry. View a complete list of winners.