Regional & Statewide Recognition

Awards & Recognition

Blackburn Builders is proud to be recognized by the Home Builders Association of Northwest Indiana (HBA NWI) and the Indiana Builders Association for craftsmanship, design, and excellence in home building.

Recognized across Northwest Indiana—and statewide

Local recognition reflects the trust of Northwest Indiana's building community. Statewide recognition places Blackburn Builders among distinguished home-building professionals across Indiana.

Regional recognition · 2024

HBA NWI Builder of the Year

Home Builders Association of Northwest Indiana

Josh Blackburn was named the Home Builders Association of Northwest Indiana's 2024 Builder of the Year, recognizing outstanding leadership and contribution to the Northwest Indiana building industry.

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Regional recognition · 2025

HBA NWI Parade of Homes

Home Builders Association of Northwest Indiana

Blackburn Builders earned three awards at the 2025 HBA NWI Parade of Homes. Judged by industry peers, the honors recognize excellence in design, craftsmanship, and functionality among Northwest Indiana builders.

  • Best Overall Home
  • Best Kitchen
  • Best Bathroom

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Statewide recognition · 2023

Hoosier Excellence Award

Indiana Builders Association

Blackburn Builders received the Indiana Builders Association's Hoosier Excellence Award for Best New Home in the $500,000–$1,000,000 category—a statewide recognition of quality among Indiana home builders.

  • Best New Home ($500,000–$1,000,000)

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Industry recognition at two levels

These honors reflect the same standard we bring to every home: thoughtful design, careful craftsmanship, and personal accountability from the first conversation through move-in.