A multi-week event where future and current Southwest Florida homeowners can get an up-close-and-personal look at some of the region\u2019s residential builders continues this weekend.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Cape Coral Construction Industry Association\u2019s 2026 Builders\u2019 Showcase of Homes keeps rolling this Friday, as 22 of the Cape\u2019s best creators and designers display 32 different models for prospective buyers, or just anyone, to tour over three weekends.<\/p>\n
Model homes will be open to the public Friday, Saturday and Sunday, as well as the weekend of Jan. 30.<\/p>\n
\u201cOverall, it was a remarkable beginning to the Showcase of Homes,\u201d said CCCIA Executive Director Wade Kundinger of the event\u2019s first weekend.\u00a0\u201cA couple builders reported that Friday was the biggest opening day since they started putting homes in the showcase over 20 years ago.\u00a0Another builder commented that Saturday and Sunday saw non-stop traffic and tremendous attendance.\u00a0In fact, this particular builder is working with four new clients that want to build in the Cape.\u00a0That is what we want to hear.\u00a0I am so proud of these builders and their teams, they work extremely hard during the Showcase of Homes trifecta of weekends.\u201d<\/p>\n
Touring hours for the 30th annual showcase, presented this year by IncredibleBank, are noon to 5 p.m. all three days. All of the home models are in Cape Coral, varying in location from northwest to southeast and in-between.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am getting reports of waves of people coming into the show from noon until well after 5 p.m. when we close,\u201d Kundinger said.\u00a0\u201d Again, this is good and it\u2019s so well deserved.\u00a0 During the judging phase on Jan. 9\u00a0and 10, it was sometimes difficult to get the judges to leave the homes and stay on schedule.\u00a0That says it all.\u00a0The judges had a ball and the public will as well.\u201d<\/p>\n
This showcase is more than a home tour \u2014 it\u2019s an opportunity to witness the pinnacle of design and innovation in modern living. Visitors can explore properties ranging from elegant custom builds to cutting-edge smart homes, each reflecting the latest trends in architecture, sustainable materials and advanced home technology. Whether you\u2019re a first-time buyer, upgrading your lifestyle or envisioning a serene waterfront retirement estate, the event caters to every aspiration and budget.<\/p>\n
With prices ranging from under $300,000 to $10 million, the homes offer something for every taste, from cozy retreats to expansive estates. Buyers also have the unique opportunity to collaborate with CCCIA builders who can tailor designs to suit individual needs and preferences.<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re looking for your forever home, just wanting to see what\u2019s out there, or wondering what\u2019s being offered, the Showcase of Homes is a great weekend out for any who has the chance to experience it.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s also a great opportunity for builders to show off their skills.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThese builders, contractors and team members are true professionals,\u201d Kundinger said.\u00a0\u201cThere are no high-pressure sales going on in these homes.\u00a0The homes stand and speak for themselves.\u00a0 It\u2019s truly a relaxed atmosphere that will get the prospective buyer excited about what can be done, what is possible, what is new and what is available in the best city in Southwest Florida.\u00a0If you can dream it, they can build it.\u201d<\/p>\n
The CCCIA\u2019s Builders\u2019 Showcase of Homes awards presentation took place last Thursday at La Venezia Ballroom to recognize those who stood out among the best.<\/p>\n
Awards in 13 categories (differentiated by price range) were given for best exterior design, best landscape, best outdoor living, best kitchen, best pool, best bath, best interior design, best livability and best overall in that price range.<\/p>\n
There were also top overall awards for best overall interior design, best overall landscape design, best overall pool design, best overall home technology and best overall home, all regardless of price.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s award winners were:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Best overall pool design went to Windward Construction for \u201cArtisan Pool.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Best overall interior design went to Windward Construction for \u201cThe Mahana.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Best overall landscape design went to Windward Construction for \u201cThe Mahana.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Best curb appeal went to Sinclair Custom Homes for \u201cCypress,\u201d and Gulf-shore Development for \u201cThe Amalfi.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Best hidden features went to Bahnam Builders for \u201cThe Crawford,\u201d and Coastal Craft for \u201cThe\u00a0 Driftwood.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Best overall home went to Windward Construction for \u201cThe Mahana\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 The Builder \u201cRight Hand\u201d award went to Jason Pawloski of Sinclair Custom Homes.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u2022 Category 1 saw Christopher Alan Homes sweep with \u201cSt. Augustine Model\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 In Category 2, Sunlife Homes took home best overall, best pool, best outdoor living, best kitchen, best interior design, and best livability with \u201cThe Coral Haven,\u201d while Holiday Builders won for best exterior, landscape, and bath with \u201cThe Charlotte.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Category 3 saw Toto Custom Homes sweep with \u201cNapoli.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 In Category 4, Poseidon Homes won best overall, best interior design, and best livability with \u201cTriton.\u201d Coastal Craft Homes won best exterior design, best pool, best outdoor living, and best kitchen. Toto Custom Homes won best landscape design with \u201cSanibel Breeze,\u201d whose Arnold Roberts won best bath with \u201cSavannah IV.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 In Category 5, it was Tudor Villas Corp winning best overall, best exterior design, best landscape, best pool, best outdoor living, and best bath with \u201cHavan Luxus III.\u201d Sposen Signature Homes won best kitchen, livability, and interior design for \u201cSpica.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 In Category 6, Arnold Roberts won best overall, best kitchen, best bath, best interior design and best livability with \u201cSavannah Grand,\u201d while Tracey Homes, Inc. took home best exterior design, best landscape, best pool, and best outdoor living with \u201cChannel III.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Category 7 saw Ramos Builders win every category other than best landscape, including best overall, with \u201cThe Highland.\u201d Majkowski Construction took home best landscape design with \u201cThe Grand Cayman I.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Category 8 featured Poseidon Homes taking home best overall, best exterior design, best landscape design, best kitchen, best bath, best interior design and best liability with \u201cPegasus Series.\u201d Bahnam Builders won best pool design with \u201cThe Crawford,\u201d and Tracey Quality Building, Inc. won best outdoor living with \u201cThe Hammerhead.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Category 9 saw Gulfshore Development win best overall, best exterior design, best landscape, best bath, best interior design, and best livability (tie) with \u201cThe Amalfi.\u201d Coastal Craft Homes won for best pool, best outdoor living, best kitchen, and best livability with \u201cThe Driftwood.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Category 10 saw Tundra Homes take home best overall, best exterior design, best landscape, best kitchen, best bath, and best livability with \u201cLaPalma Estate Model.\u201d Aubuchon homes won for best pool design, best outdoor living, and best interior design for \u201cAzure.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Category 11 saw Koogler Homes win best overall, best exterior design, best outdoor living, best kitchen, and best livability for \u201cJoseph Cove.\u201d Aubuchon Homes won best landscape design for \u201cVilla Solara,\u201d while Poseidon Homes won best pool design, best bath, and best interior design for \u201cAtlantis Series.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 In Category 12, Premiere Cape Construction swept with \u201cIsland Estate.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2022 Category 13 saw Windward Construction sweep nearly every category, but with two different models. Best overall, best landscape design, best pool design (tie), best outdoor living, best interior design and best livability (tie) was given to \u201cMahana.\u201d \u201cThe Kai Malie\u201d was bestowed best exterior design, best pool design, best kitchen, best bath, and best livability. Sinclair Custom Homes tied for best pool design and best livability with \u201cCypress.\u201d<\/p>\n
This year also saw two 2026 CCCIA Hall of Fame Inductees: Brian Gomer, 2003 CCCIA president, and\u00a0 Gary Spaniak, 1976 CCCIA president.<\/p>\n
For more information on the showcase including a (Google-friendly) map and detailed imaging of each model home, as well as promotions, visit\u00a0buildersshowcaseofhomes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n