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COBA Announces 2023 Excellence Award Winners

2023 COBA Excellence Award Winners: Honoring Central Oregon’s Top Builders and Industry Leaders

The Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA) has unveiled its prestigious 2023 Excellence Award winners, celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the construction and building industry. Nominated and voted on by COBA members, these awards recognize outstanding achievements in various categories, showcasing the region’s finest professionals.

Here are the 2023 Excellence Award winners:

Architect of the Year:

  • O’Brien Design + Build

Home Designer of the Year:

  • Vellum Design Studio

Material Supplier of the Year:

  • Consolidated Supply

High Performance Commercial Builder of the Year:

  • CS Construction

Sub Contractor of the Year:

  • Hawkins Electric

Mike O’Neil High Performance Builder of the Year:

  • Timberline Construction

Remodeler of the Year:

  • Mountain High Builders

Commercial Builder of the Year:

  • R&H Construction

Residential Builder of the Year:

  • Curtis Homes

Lifetime Achievement Award:

  • Charley Miller, Miller Lumber

New Member of the Year:

  • Pearl Plumbing

Non-Profit Partner of the Year:

  • COCC- Construction Workforce

Associate of the Year:

  • Budget Blinds of Central Oregon

Volunteer of the Year:

  • Geoff Harris, Solaire Homebuilders

Committee Member of the Year:

  • Tom Bennett, Hayden Homes

Realtor of the Year:

  • Bend Homes Now – Mark Garcia

People’s Choice Award:

  • Baxter Builders

Gary Bunger Industry Loyalty Award:

  • D.E. Rink Construction

Developer of the Year:

  • Dickerhoof Construction LLC

President’s Award:

  • Parr Lumber

These awards celebrate the dedication, expertise, and innovation of COBA’s members. From homebuilders to material suppliers and industry volunteers, these honorees exemplify the best of Central Oregon’s building community.

The COBA Excellence Awards recognize both well-established industry leaders and emerging talents, highlighting their exceptional work and their impact on the local construction landscape. Whether it’s innovative home designs, high-performance building, or contributions to the community, this year’s winners have set a high standard for the future of construction in Central Oregon.

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