Meet the Homes Leading the Way to a Sustainable Future

From historic retrofits to hurricane-proof communities, last year’s Green Home of the Year winners show that the future of housing is here—and it’s resilient, efficient, and inspiring. Now it’s your turn to showcase what’s possible.

Each year, Green Builder Media’s Green Home of the Year Awards showcase the very best in sustainable design, resilience, and innovation. Last year’s winners proved why green building is the future of housing.

The Overall Grand Winner of the program features net-zero, solar-powered houses. Hunters Point community showed what resilience looks like in the face of climate change. Built to withstand Category 5 hurricanes, this LEED Zero-certified neighborhood in Cortez stayed safe and powered during back-to-back storms that left millions without electricity.

The Green Haven project in Asheville, N.C., blended luxury and sustainability, earning top honors for General Excellence. With geothermal heating, solar photovoltaics, and SPAN smart panels, the home produces more energy than it consumes—all while offering stunning river views.

Another winner, the Bell Residence in Michigan, the state’s first PHIUS+ Zero-certified home transformed a 1902 home into a modern marvel. This project combined deep energy retrofits with historic preservation, demonstrating that even century-old homes can meet today’s ambitious energy and health standards.

Unity Nano in Vermont, a small-footprint dwelling, proves that big sustainability can come in compact packages. 

Green home honorable mentions spanned off-site construction, net-zero multifamily projects, and rainwater-powered estates, reflecting the diversity of what “green” can mean.

These projects stand as blueprints for the future—whether through advanced technology, timeless craftsmanship, or climate-ready resilience.

Now it’s your turn. 

If you’ve been part of a project that pushes the boundaries of sustainability, energy efficiency, or resilience, don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your work. Enter the Green Home of the Year Awards and join the growing community of innovators shaping the next generation of housing. 

Click here to submit your project today and inspire the industry with your vision for a greener future. Deadline for entries is October 24.