TRIO is proud to announce six Gold Award wins at NAHB The Nationals 2026, the homebuilding industry’s most prestigious awards program presented by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
These national honors recognize excellence across residential design, interior merchandising, sales experiences, community amenities, and digital innovation.
Following our recognition as Silver Award Finalists, these projects advanced to receive Gold—the highest distinction at The Nationals, placing TRIO’s work among the most distinguished residential environments in the country.
At a time when housing expectations are evolving to prioritize wellness, emotional connection, and long-term livability, this recognition reinforces TRIO’s belief that design has the power to shape how people live, connect, and thrive.
“Winning Gold at The Nationals is an incredible honor. These awards reflect not only design excellence, but the trust our clients place in us and the intentionality our teams bring to every space we create. We believe design shapes how people live, connect, and thrive—and it’s deeply meaningful to see that philosophy recognized at the national level.”
— Angela Harris | Principal & CEO, TRIO
The Nationals 2026 – Gold Award Winners
Best Website for an Associate or Supplier
TRIO’s newly refreshed website received Gold recognition for its clarity, storytelling, and ability to translate our human-centric design philosophy into a compelling digital experience.
More than a portfolio, triodesign.com reflects how TRIO thinks, collaborates, and designs—bridging aesthetics, neuroscience, and strategy to communicate purpose-driven work.
This award highlights the growing importance of digital experience as an extension of brand, values, and impact within the design and homebuilding industries.
Best Sales Experience – Sales / Leasing / Welcome Center
At Sol Modern, TRIO reimagined the leasing experience as a hospitality-forward journey. Through intentional sequencing, layered materiality, and immersive atmosphere, the sales environment creates immediate emotional connection—transforming a transactional moment into a meaningful introduction to lifestyle and community.
This recognition underscores how experiential design influences buyer confidence, engagement, and long-term connection.
Best Community Amenity for a 55+ Buyer
Trilogy® Valor Clubhouse | Trilogy® by Shea Homes®
The Trilogy Valor Clubhouse was honored for excellence in active adult community design. Rooted in wellness, longevity, and social connection, the clubhouse balances restorative spaces with vibrant gathering environments—supporting purposeful living and engagement for today’s 55+ buyer.
This award reflects TRIO’s leadership in designing communities that align aesthetics, wellness, and social infrastructure.
Best Interior Merchandising of a Model Priced Under $500,000
Trilogy Valor – Reunion | Trilogy® by Shea Homes®
This award-winning model demonstrates how attainable housing can still deliver elevated design and emotional resonance. Through intentional merchandising, thoughtful layouts, and layered storytelling, the Trilogy Valor – Reunion model reflects warmth, aspiration, and livability—meeting buyers where they are while inspiring how they want to live.
Best Interior Merchandising of a Model Priced $800,000–$1 Million
Preserve at Kissing Camels – Pinon | Toll Brothers
The Pinon model at Preserve at Kissing Camels showcases a refined approach to luxury rooted in comfort and lifestyle. Through cohesive material palettes, scale, and narrative-driven design, this home exemplifies TRIO’s ability to create deeply personal environments within higher-end price points.
Best Interior Merchandising of a Model Priced $1.5 Million–$2.5 Million
Volara at Valencia – Altair | Toll Brothers
The Altair model at Volara at Valencia represents elevated, emotionally resonant luxury. Every detail—from architectural flow to curated furnishings—supports a cohesive lifestyle story centered on wellness, aspiration, and modern living.
This recognition reinforces TRIO’s expertise across diverse price points while maintaining a consistent commitment to intentional, human-centered design.
With Gratitude to Our Clients and Partners
These Gold Awards would not be possible without the visionary clients, collaborators, and partners who trust TRIO to help bring their communities to life. We are grateful for those relationships and honored to see this work recognized on a national stage.
As we continue designing the future of housing, we remain committed to creating environments that support well-being, foster connection, and elevate everyday experience.
Design with intention. Design for people. Design that matters.
Check out some of the award-winning projects from this year’s show.
Since 1999 TRIO has garnered a reputation as a leader in Interior Architecture and Visual Merchandising with over 100 awards nationally! See TRIO’s Recent Accolades.
