Hermosa Village earns 2021 NAHB Best in American Living Award

Cadence McShane Construction Company has announced that its Hermosa Village Apartments received first place in this year's National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Best in American Living Award, in the category of "Multifamily Developments Up to 3-stories for Rent."

The project was selected out of hundreds of BALA entries based on the criteria of exterior and interior design, efficient land use, site plan creativity, building plans, innovative material application, and the ability to meet the client needs.

Hermosa Village Exterior Design — The "farmhouse" design of Hermosa Village captured the attention of the BALA judges.

Hermosa Village, in Leander, Texas, was completed by Cadence McShane in 2020. The apartment complex features 238 garden-style units that are designed to resemble farmhouses.

Retort-style pool — The large retort-style pool is one of the many stand-out amenities of Hermosa Village.

NUMEROUS AMENITIES FOR RESIDENTS TO ENJOY

Custom European cabinets
Oversized walk-In closets
ENERGY STAR stainless steel appliances
Quartz countertops
Private patios
Direct-access garages
LED lighting
Large retort-style pool
Fitness center
Outdoor kitchen (four grills)
Bark park (Half acre)
Community farm
Herb garden

Hermosa Village is also a 100% electric vehicle–ready apartment complex, the first of its kind in Texas.

Uniquely designed — The community farm at Hermosa Village, which was constructed by Cadence McShane.

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