The judges for the 2018 Global Innovation Awards have selected the finalists from a robust crop of nominees.
“It’s been a thrill to review the GIA entries this year,” said Robert August, chairman of the NAHB Global Opportunities Board. “All of the judges are proud to showcase these finalists to the entire home building industry because the innovations they offer continue to advance our industry.”
This year’s finalists include:
- Anthony Innovations – Thomastown, Australia – TraXtar
- Hillside Software Inc. – Englewood, Colorado – Augmented Reality Home Planner
- Invent Dev Inc. – Toronto – Virtual Model Homes
- Mbrico Tile Decks – Bettendorf, Iowa – Mbrico Decks & Roofs
- Mitsubishi Electric – Tokyo – MLZ One-Way Ceiling Cassette
- Panasonic PENSA – Osaka, Japan – WhisperFresh Select
NAHB will announce the winners during the NAHB International Builders’ Show Global Industry Day on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, in the International Central.

2016 Global Innovation Award Winners