Accolades & Awards

We’re pleased to announce that over the years, our toughest critics — other respected builders and industry associations — have given Highmark top honors for our work. For a description of the awards, please view the Builders Association of Minnesota’s website.

Parade of Homes Dream Home 2011

Set on Prior Lake, this sprawling 7600-square foot Dream Home blends rustic cottage style with amenities and spaces designed for modern family life.

• Custom cabinetry & unique built-ins throughout
• Energy-saving geothermal heating & cooling
• Free-standing great room/hearth room fireplace
• Amazing views & private water access on Prior Lake
• Lower level wine cellar, game room & family room
• Attached 4-car garage & detached 2-car garage

Reggie Award of Excellence 2008

This lovely 3 bedroom/3 bath Craftsman bungalow has timeless ambiance and a superb location near downtown St. Louis Park.

• Luxurious first-floor master suite
• Exotic wood floors on main level
• Piano room and open staircase
• Granite remnants used for countertops
• Energy-efficient soy foam insulation and geothermal heating/cooling
• Cedar Shakertown siding

Reggie Award of Excellence 2007

This shaker-cottage style has a gorgeous floor plan and the simplicity of maintenance-free living.

• Great-room with a stunning built-in fireplace
• Kitchen with custom cabinets & granite countertops
• Hardwood floors throughout
• Master suite & bath with a luxurious claw foot tub

Roma Award 2007 - Lower Level Renovations 1,000 sq. ft. and up

Highmark’s master carpenters and interior designer developed an expansive, airy design including French doors that open to the backyard and a pull-up bar that serves guests both inside and outside. Highmark also added an outdoor play area, and an inside exercise area, locker room and steam room that keeps clutter low and relaxation high as the kids and guests transition to-and-from the pool.

Runner-up, Remodeler of the Year 2007

We’d like to thank the Builders Association of the Twin Cities for recognizing us as one of the area’s top builders by selecting us as a Runner-Up for Remodeler of the Year.

Coty Award 2006 - Honorable Mention in Interiors Over $100,000

This extensive renovation of an unfinished lower level adds an additional 2200 square feet of comfort and fun to an exclusive golf course home.

• Upgraded rear exterior to match front
• Expanded screened patio & deck for three-season enjoyment
• Oversized center-room fireplace
• Reclaimed barn beams accentuate vaulted ceilings
• Knotty alder cabinetry & hand-scraped hickory floors
• Arched doorways & openings retain architectural accuracy

Remodelers Tour Dream Home 2005

This 1700 square foot 1910 craftsman bungalow needed more space for a family of four. “Highmark listened to what we wanted, and their attention to detail in matching new woodwork with the original was amazing,” said the owner. Highmark moved the home’s west wall out by nearly 30 feet to add an additional 1800 square feet of living space on three levels.

• Asian-influenced master suite and bath with exotic limestone counters
• Expanded kitchen with cherry cabinets and 48-inch range
• New tuck-under garage and hobby room with in-floor heat
• Upgraded heat and central air conditioning

Consistent Quality

Highmark has consistently proven to be an award wining builder.