“All that glitters isn’t gold” may be a familiar phrase, but the industry’s Gold Nugget Awards offer a different perspective. The annual competition shines a light on projects that go beyond surface appeal, recognizing the ideas, strategies, and design decisions that create meaningful places to live.
The program, which has recognized top innovators in design, planning, and development for the past 60-plus years, announced its 2026 grand honorees at an awards ceremony in late July during PCBC, the Pacific Coast’s regional conference and trade show for real estate development.
This year’s competition drew 800 entries in over 60 categories, including single-family production, interior design, custom homes, site planning, multifamily, mixed-use, affordable, commercial, and renovations. Jurors selected several merit winners in each grouping and elevated one project to become the grand winner.
Below, read more about the Home of the Year, in addition to seven other projects that were honored as grands in their respective categories.
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SayeBrook Home Claims 2026 Gold Nugget Home of the Year
Saussy Burbank's Barrington floor plan in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, took home the top honor at the 2026 Gold Nugget Awards.
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Fox Point Farms Blends Regenerative Farming, Housing, and Community
The 21.5-acre agrihood includes a regenerative farm that provides food for the community's restaurant, brewery, farmstead, and apothecary.
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An Entertainer’s Dream Overlooks the Polo Fields
With a grand gathering space, covered outdoor living, and a panoramic observation deck, this Santa Barbara home elevates hospitality and leisure.
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Picasso Packs Grandeur in a Compact Footprint
At just 2,800 square feet, the Picasso home in Park City’s Promontory community delivers four en suite bedrooms, expansive views, and a custom-home feel.
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The Edge at Joy Ranch Turns Indoor-Outdoor Living Into an Art Form
A courtyard-centered Camelot Homes design seamlessly blends desert views, water, and architecture to create a resort-inspired retreat in Scottsdale.
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Jasmine at Francis Ranch Showcases Thoughtful Kitchen Design
This kitchen balances efficiency and functionality, allowing users to both cook and entertain comfortably.
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Nature Meets Luxury in This Scottsdale Primary Suite
Overlooking the McDowell Mountains, this Toll Brothers primary suite blends sophisticated design, spa-like amenities, and indoor-outdoor living for a true desert escape.
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Tower24 Ponto Beach Blends Coastal Design With Resort-Style Amenities
The build-to-rent community capitalizes on its proximity to the beach to deliver classic coastal living.
To view a complete list of the 2026 Gold Nugget winners, please visit the PCBC website.
