In North Carolina’s thriving Lake Norman region, the Lake Norman Home Builders Association (LNHBA) has been championing quality craftsmanship and professional excellence since 1990. This year marks an important milestone: 20 years of the Best of the Lake Awards. For two decades, this prestigious program has recognized the area’s finest builders, designers, and craftspeople.
About the Association
The LNHBA serves as the voice of the residential building industry in one of North Carolina’s most desirable regions. The beauty of Lake Norman is unmistakable, though it’s the professionals behind the scenes – builders, designers, and tradespeople – who shape the region’s homes and its distinctive lifestyle. These are the people who turn visions into blueprints, overcome challenges with ingenuity, and create spaces that enhance daily living for families across the community.
The Best of the Lake Awards
The annual Best of the Lake Design Competition and Awards Gala stands as the premier recognition program for excellence in home building and design throughout the Lake Norman area.
The Best of the Lake awards program delivers value far beyond recognition:
- Elevates Standards: Motivates builders and designers to continually improve their craft
- Educates Consumers: Helps homeowners identify quality designers, builders, and reputable professionals
- Strengthens Community: Fosters collaboration and professional relationships
- Showcases Talent: Highlights Lake Norman as a destination for luxury home design and construction
For readers and homeowners, the awards offer a curated look at the very best in local design and construction. For industry professionals, they represent achievement, peer recognition, and a powerful marketing asset – one that underscores credibility and reinforces trust for future clients.
Beyond the Awards
While the Best of the Lake program garners significant attention, the association’s work extends throughout the year. Members benefit from continuing education on building codes and industry trends, advocacy for responsible growth policies, networking opportunities, and community service initiatives that give back to the region.
Looking Forward
As Lake Norman continues to grow, the LNHBA adapts its awards program to reflect evolving trends in sustainable building, outdoor living, and flexible home designs. Whether planning for a new custom home, considering a renovation, or simply appreciating fine craftsmanship, the Best of the Lake Awards offer a curated guide to Lake Norman’s premier talent. For more information about the Lake Norman Home Builders Association or the Best of the Lake competition, visit lakenormanhba.com.
Partnering with LKN Magazine
LKN Magazine is honored to partner with the LNHBA for this special 20th-anniversary edition. Our goal is to showcase these award-winning projects with clarity, beauty, and respect for the work behind them in one of our most dynamic editorial layouts of the year – blending high-impact imagery with the stories of the professionals who make these projects possible.
