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Award-Winning Excellence in Homebuilding

Since 1964, Miller & Smith has earned more than 500 design and construction awards — a record built across six decades of homebuilding in Virginia and Maryland. Our homes and communities have been recognized by the Great American Living Awards (GALA), the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the Best in American Living Awards (BALA), and regional associations including MBIA, MNCBIA, and FCBIA.

These awards aren’t plaques on a wall. They represent a consistent, demonstrable standard of architectural design, interior craftsmanship, and community planning that has made Miller & Smith the homebuilder of choice for nearly 20,000 families across 130+ communities. If you’re searching for a homebuilder whose work speaks for itself, explore our current communities in Northern Virginia.

Finest for Family Living

These awards consistently highlight Miller & Smith’s commitment to building family-oriented homes.

  • By HBMW
  • This recognition set the foundation for our enduring reputation as builders of family-friendly homes.

  • By HBMW
  • Building on our legacy, we were recognized again for our thoughtful approach to designing homes that meet the needs of modern families.

  • By MWBA
  • Continuing our tradition of excellence, this award from MWBA celebrates our innovation in home design and family living.

  • By MWBA
  • Honored once again for our dedication to building homes that cater to the needs of growing families.

  • By MWBA
  1. Park Place at West Market Reston, VA George Pappageorge & Haynes LTD.
  2. Monument Award - Best in Show - Peninsula Homes at Indian River Bay
  3. Falmouth at the Gates at West Falls
  4. Leland, Victory Lakes, Pinnacle Design & Consulting
  5. The Houdini II at Broadlands Creaser/O'Brien Architects
  6. Rhapsody in Blue, Brambleton - The Lessard Architectural Group
  7. Mahogany, Lorton Station - The Lessard Architectural Group
  8. 1920s Rhapsody in Blue, Clarksburg Town Center - The Lessard Architectural Group
  9. Laurel at Arbor Glen
  10. Founder's Ridge - Torti Gallas and Partners - CHK, Inc.
  11. Monument Award - Site Land Planning 51-125 acres Spring view - Creaser/O'Brien Architects
  12. Site plan, The Reserve, McLean - Land Planner - Parker Rodriguez
  13. Promontory, Stone Lake - Torti Gallas & Partners
  14. Merlin, Brambleton - Creaser/O'Brien Architects
  15. Best of Show Attached Homes, Innovative Design Concept Park Place at West Market Reston - Pappageorge Haynes
  16. The Riverwalk at Belmont Bay - Torti Gallas & Partners - CHK, Inc.
  17. Secretariat, Vint Hill - Creaser/O'Brien
  18. Victory Lakes Product Line - Pinnacle Design & Consulting

National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Awards

Awarded by the National Association of Home Builders, this recognition acknowledges Miller & Smith’s commitment to superior craftsmanship and innovative home designs that stand out in the marketplace. NAHB awards are prestigious within the industry and highly recognized by homebuyers and professionals alike.

55+ Attached Home over 1,700 Sq. Ft.

Best Architectural Design Attached Home - Brownstones of Brambleton - Lessard Design, Inc.

Best Product Design - Attached Home Brambleton Grand Vista - Creaser O'Brien

Interior Design - Kitchen - Brownstones at Brambleton

Best in American Living Awards (BALA)

By National Association of Home Builders. This award underscores Miller & Smith’s leadership in residential design and our commitment to providing homes that cater to the lifestyle and needs of modern American families.

Silver Award - Attached Home - Stone Lake
Our dedication to outstanding design has been recognized by the Best in American Living Awards, showcasing Miller & Smith as a national leader in homebuilding

Great American Living Awards (GALA)

Below is a selection of the GALA (Great American Living Awards) recognitions we’ve received, showcasing our excellence in home design, interior merchandising, and community planning.

Industry Awards

Below are the prestigious awards we’ve earned from various respected organizations, highlighting our commitment to excellence in homebuilding, community development, and environmental responsibility.

  • 2020 – Outstanding Design & Architecture: Atwood at Maple Lawn
  • 2018 – Excellence in Community Development: Tallyn Ridge at Frederick

  • 2011 – Project of the Year: Maple Lawn

  • 2012 – Large Volume Builder of the Year
  • 2009 – Builder of the Year: Large Volume
  • 2008 – Builder of the Year: Large Volume
  • 2005 – Builder of the Year: Large Volume
  • 2005 – Environmental Award: Community of the Year (Spring Ridge)
  • 1999 – Best Single-Family Home Under $180K

  • 2019 – Best PUD/PNB/MXD: Tallyn Ridge Land Division
  • 2019 – Best Community Feature: Tallyn Ridge Land Division

  • 2011 – Community Builder Award
  • 2005 – Environmental Award: Land Development at Spring Ridge

 

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