Capstone Homes Wins Big: Three Awards, Six Finalists, First Year Competing

In our first year at the HBACA MAME Awards, Capstone Homes entered seven categories, became a finalist in six and won three. Here’s what that means—and what it means for you.

Celebrating Our Wins and Nominations

The Arizona Major Achievements in Merchandising Excellence (MAME) Awards are the premier recognition event for the state’s homebuilding industry, hosted annually by the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona (HBACA).

Now in its 40th year, the event drew more than 450 submissions across 50 categories—honoring builders, designers, sales professionals, and marketing teams at every level.

Our 2026 Results at a Glance:

Winners

  • Best Design Studio
  • Best Sales Environment
  • Rookie of the Year — Lauren Dykeman

Finalists

  • Best Website
  • Best Architectural Design of a Detached Home 2,500 – 3,000 Sq. Ft.
  • Best Marketing Professional

What These Awards Actually Mean When You Walk In

Awards matter most when they reflect a real experience. Here’s what each win translates to for homebuyers.

  • Best Sales Environment: From the moment you arrive, our sales spaces are designed to feel welcoming and pressure-free. There’s no rush, no hard sell—just room to explore, ask questions and picture your future.
  • Best Design Studio: Winning this category against builders with far more years in the market says something. Our design studio makes personalization feel effortless, guiding you through every finish, fixture and flooring choice with clarity.
  • Rookie of the Year – Lauren Dykeman: In fewer than two years, Lauren distinguished herself among every sales professional in the Arizona new home market. She’s a reflection of how our entire team approaches every conversation: with the goal of helping you find the right home for your life, not just closing a deal.

A Team Effort

These wins didn’t come from one department. Our purchasing team sourced the right partners. Our construction team built the environments that impressed the judges. Our designers created spaces that stopped people in their tracks.

A special recognition goes to Ambrosia Interiors, our interior design partner in Flagstaff, who was honored as Associate Service Vendor of the Year—a testament to the collaboration that shapes every Capstone home.

Come See It for Yourself

Three wins. Six finalist nominations. First year competing. Against national builders and celebrated custom homebuilders.

Our design studio is open. Our sales team is ready. Come experience what the judges recognized—and find the home that’s been waiting for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

The MAME (Major Achievements in Merchandising Excellence) Awards are hosted annually by the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona and recognize excellence in homebuilding, design, sales and marketing across more than 50 categories.

Yes, we secured three wins: Best Design Studio, Best Sales Environment and Rookie of the Year (Lauren Dykeman). We were also named a finalist in four additional categories in our very first year of competing.

It's built for the buyer, not the builder. Our award-winning studio guides you through every personalization decision—countertops, cabinetry, flooring, fixtures—in a space designed to make the process feel clear and enjoyable, not overwhelming.

Straightforward and pressure-free. Our sales team walks you through every step, from exploring floorplans to finalizing selections, with full transparency along the way.