The Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association Presents the 33rd Annual Parade of Homes Winners
The Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association has a logo that it lives by:
“Building Homes, Enriching Communities, Changing Lives.”
Nothing is more impactful to a family than owning a home; kids do better in school, families stay together, in addition to the economic impact to the entire community. In Santa Fe, we are fortunate to have a robust Builder Association—a tremendous resource everyone should know about. So, here goes…
The Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association and Northern New Mexico Builders Association, NAHB (which work together help people connect with craftsmen and trades professionals to create a new home, or to support an existing home, since 1992. The Association also supports Northern New Mexico’s building industry through advocacy, education, and public engagement. They focus on housing access, responsible development, and professional standards across Santa Fe and surrounding counties.
If you need a qualified tradesperson or builder you can look on their website or give them call, or go in person to find recommendations, Website:sfahba.com. Phone:(505) 982-1774, Location: 2520 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM.
The signature event is held the first two weekends in August, the Haciendas: A Parade of Homes, now in its 33rd year is a self-guided tour that showcases the pinnacle of achievement by builders, architects, designers, and craftspeople who team up to create some of the world’s best homes, right here in Santa Fe.
The Haciendas Reception & Awards Ceremony was on August 13, and celebrated during the Twilight Tour on August 15th, the Haciendas VIP Party / Fundraiser for Santa Fe Youth Symphony, gave back to the children of our community.
Homes participating in the Parade of Homes feature new builds across a spectrum of price points and a wide range of styles. The Parade of Homes offers a chance to speak one-on-one with the build and design teams, opening the door to learning opportunities and what it takes to create these homes. Parade-goers have the opportunity to engage directly, ask questions, and tour the homes. The parade emphasizes both design vision and technical execution, helping to demystify the homebuilding process.
The Winners of the Parade of Homes, 2025 are: DRUM ROLL PLEASE..
2025 Grand Hacienda: Big Art Building Corporation
2025 Craftsmanship Award: Seth Anderson Studio
Excellence in Architectural Design: Praxis Design Build
2025 Legacy Award: Emily Mascarenas
2025 Judges Award: Santa Fe Visionary: Serquis & Associates / The Trailhead Design Source
Livability Award: La Pradera
Best Kitchen: Big Art Building Corporation
Best Primary Suite: Seth Anderson Studio
Best Interior Design: Seth Anderson Studio
Best Outdoor Living: High Desert Architecture
Some of the homes in the Parade are custom homes for a specific buyer, and many are still for sale.
· 17 Vista Bella, Big Art Builders, Grand Hacienda Winner
Mark Schwebel, owner of Big Art, told me at the tour before it was announced he won, “This is the most beautiful home he has ever built,” and the market agreed. It is a stunning home that features steel support beams, softened by stone floors, plastered walls and expansive folding doors, that bring the majestic outdoors into the home, creating breathless serenity. Sited near the end of a quiet road off of the 285 corridor massive stone walls create a haven for your Santa Fe sanctuary. Mark is currently building three other homes and is passionate about his work. The designer of the interior finishes, was Inspired Living Design, John Patterson and Jeff Valdez, who created a warm, inviting palette using stone, tiles and exquisite woods that both polish the home and welcome you home. For more information, contact Tara Earley at [email protected].
· 10 Calle Arbusto, Clayton Custom Homes
Actively listed for $2,475,000, a custom contemporary home is a tranquil retreat with breathtaking views in the gated community of Las Campanas on a spacious .89 acre lot. Luxury living within the 3,503 square feet of living space there are three bedrooms and four bathrooms. From the gourmet kitchen to the private suites, and the spacious outdoor living, this home’s detailing is exceptional. For a private viewing, contact Britt Klein at [email protected].
· 742 Avenida Veracruz #41, Abrazo Homes
Actively listed for $849,900 with almost 2,000 square feet, three bedrooms and three baths. The exceptional unit at Zocola is an end unit, with a soft contemporary design in gray tones, large windows and stone finishes. Here luxury and comfort are combined, within a respected community, located only minutes to downtown. For more information, contact Warren Harris at [email protected]
1120 Paseo de Peralta, NNM Icebox Challenge 2025 – A global project and innovative experiment that illustrates the effectiveness of environmentally friendly standards compared to traditional construction. Located next to Kakawa on Paseo de Peralta.
I’m proud of the caliber of homes for sale in Santa Fe, and the tradespeople who create them. It’s good to take a moment to celebrate the people who help build our City Different.
—Emily Garcia
