The Construction Source

very invigorating.” Shawn and Eve are right to be proud of their recent recogni- tion. According to CHBA CEO Kevin Lee, the awards this year were especially competitive: “Feedback from the judges was that the calibre of entries this year was especially high,” Lee said, in a statement announcing the finalists. “This year, the competition in- creased its focus on the context of the project,” he added. “Who was the home or community built for? Why was the home renovated? So our judges re- ally had to consider how well the project’s desired outcomes were met. The finalists this year truly represent the best in Can- ada.” Claxton + Marsh were a finalist in seven categories, and a win- ner in four. A home in Aberfoyle called ‘Green with Envy’ won the category for ‘Detached Homes – Custom | Under 2,500 square feet.’ A home called ‘Avant Gar- de,’ also in Aberfoyle, won ‘De- tached Homes – Custom | 3,501 to 5,000 square feet.’ Avant Garde also won the award for ‘Interior Decorating,’ as well as the ‘Net Zero Home Award.’ Shawn is particularly proud of the latter accolade. He has been passionate about environ- mental efficiency for a long time now, and believes that net zero homes are “the future of build- ing.” APRIL 2020 “We really listen to our community.”