Southerly Homes Sweeps 2025 MAX Awards

Southerly Homes is proud to announce our exceptional success at this year’s Marketing & Advertising Excellence (MAX) Awards hosted by the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin (HBA). The Max Awards represents one of the most prestigious Austin-area awards for residential construction, development, and marketing. In total, Southerly Homes took home five awards to commemorate the hard work and dedication that has been put in by all at Southerly Homes. 

2025 Max Awards Winners:

  1. Grand MAX Award – Custom Builder of the Year 2025
  2. Best Custom Home Project 3000-4000 SF – The Cedarview
  3. Best Custom Home Project 1000-2000 SF – The Santa Monica ADU
  4. Best Outdoor Living Space 3000-4000 SF – The Cedarview
  5. Project Manager of the Year – Custom Builders – Bryce Beckman

Grand MAX Award – Custom Builder of the Year 2025

The Grand MAX Award for Custom Builder of the Year is the highest honor given at the MAX Awards recognizing the best of the best in Custom Home Building. Southerly Homes is proud of receiving this recognition by our industry peers and could not have achieved this without the whole team. This award is given to the builders who demonstrate outstanding craftsmanship, innovation, and customer satisfaction in custom home construction, and we proudly stand by that title. 

2 story modern, custom home with a black and gray exterior and attached garage.

Best Custom Home Project 3000-4000 SF – The Cedarview

The Cedarview is a 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home located in Barton Hills won best custom home project in the 3000 – 4000 square foot category. Designed by Davey McEathron Architecture, this 3,447 square feet home is efficiently designed to offer the perfect balance of style and functionality. The house successfully blends modern design with warmth and tranquility, creating a space that is both luxurious and inviting. 

Two story ADU, gray exterior. The Santa Monica by Southerly Homes

Best Custom Home Project 1000-2000 SF – The Santa Monica ADU

In addition to the larger custom homes, the Santa Monica, our signature accessory dwelling unit (ADU), won Best Custom Project Home Project for the 1000-2000 square foot category. The ADU was thoughtfully designed by Luis Carrillo from Seventh Modern Design Studio, and incorporates modern and innovative concepts. This ADU fits perfectly on the lot as a detached unit allowing for more room and privacy for guests and any lifestyle. With a greater need and demand for ADU in the Austin-area, Southerly Homes’ craftsmanship brings another level of luxury and functionality to any property. 

Custom pool with wood and rock tiles

Best Outdoor Living Space 3000-4000 SF – The Cedarview

Not only is Southerly recognized for our homes, but our outdoor spaces and designs are turning heads. The Cedarview won more than just the Best Custom Home Project, it also won for Best Outdoor Living Space. Featuring a spacious rooftop deck, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, sparking pool and spa, and modern wood touches, this outdoor space offers a peaceful and private space, all framed by the lush landscaping surrounded by mature trees. The home also features an expansive custom deck surrounding the pool making it the perfect place to lounge and gather around. 

Project Manager of the Year – Custom Builders – Bryce Beckman

Finishing off, the Southerly Homes team is excited to announce Bryce Beckman received the honor of Project Manager of the Year. We truly cannot succeed without the hard working men and women that support the Southerly Homes mission. This prestigious award was awarded to Bryce on his birthday, making the award more meaningful and unforgettable for him and the Southerly Homes team. Born and raised in South Austin, Bryce Beckman is the Senior Project Manager for Southerly Homes and has been a part of the residential construction industry for over 19 years. 

Working with Award-Winning Builders

Southerly Homes is honored to have received these five prestigious awards for both our projects and people. Our experienced team of native Texans built this company by hand with a Texan approach and a focus on Southern Hospitality. Our goal will be to continue to deliver award-winning homes and serve the community we love.

Contact us today or give us a call at (512) 831-3645 to schedule a consultation and start your journey with Southerly Homes.