FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Aug. 27 , 2009

Contact: Nancy Haskin/Eric Stride, 503-684-1880

NW Natural Street of Dreams Awards Announced

The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland announced the 2009 NW Natural Street of Dreams award recipients on August 26 during an evening ceremony at NW Natural.

The dream condominium homes earn awards in three categories: Professional’s Choice, which are judged by professional judges who come from outside the Portland area; Realtor’s Choice, selected by licensed realtors who attended the show’s Realtor Day; and, People’s Choice awards submitted by show attendees.

“The 2009 Street of Dreams showcased excellence and innovation,” said HBA CEO Dave Nielsen. “We are proud to produce this annual show, celebrating the latest designs and home ideas. This year’s first-ever urban edition of the Street was a huge success, and I congratulate all those who came together to make this amazing event turn from a dream into a reality.”

This weekend is your last opportunity to see these award-winning homes. The show runs through Sunday, August 30, and tickets are available on-site or online at www.streetofdreamspdx.com. Come be impressed and inspired by the show that Portland is raving about.

Realtor’s Choice Awards

Best of Show: Bedford, 937 Condominiums

Best Interior Design: East Village, Block 90

Best Kitchen: The Manhattan, Block 90

Best Home Furnishings: The Manhattan, Block 90

Professional’s Choice Awards

Best of Show: Maison, 937

Best Interior Design: Maison, 937

Best Master Suite: An Uncommon Life, The Encore

Best Kitchen: Maison, 937

Best Architecture: 937 Condominiums

People’s Choice Awards

Best of Show: Bedford, 937

Best Interior Design: The Manhattan, Block 90/Skywatcher, Waterfront Pearl

Best Kitchen: The Manhattan, Block 90

Best Master Suite: Luster of the Pearl, The Encore

The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland is the leading voice for the residential building industry, representing nearly 1,200 builders, remodelers and industry professionals. The HBA is the original producer of the NW Natural Street of Dreams, which has now been replicated in 500 cities around the country, and has brought the show to the Portland Metro area annually since 1976.

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