Lennar Homes Receives Grand Laurel, 8 Other Awards at Laurel Awards

July 18, 2011 - PRLog -- LENNAR HOMES, JACKSONVILLE, FL (July 18, 2011) – Lennar Homes was recognized at the annual Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) Laurel Awards with the evenings highest award, the Grand Laurel, as well as eight additional awards: Sales Manager of the Year, Michael Carlo; Marketing Director of the Year, Walter Hawkins; Site Agent of the Year, Sam Schneider; Partnership of the Year, Teri Santos and Jason Brooks, Best Architectural Design for the Jasmine with Bonus at Willowcove in Nocatee, plus Merchandising Excellence Awards for three of their models.

“We are so honored,” said Barbara Moore, division president, Lennar Homes. “I am so incredibly proud of our ‘Dream Team’.  They work very hard and have truly raised the bar on commitment and service.”

“I was so proud watching our team win,” said Mike Carlo, Vice President of Sales and Land, Lennar Homes. “To win nine awards, including the Grand Laurel, is more than we could have dreamed of and truly reflects the quality of our team.”

The Grand Laurel recognizes an organization that has excelled in all areas of business, including marketing plan, product design, interior design and innovative market approach. Lennar Homes is known throughout Northeast Florida as one of the top builders in the area, and continually works to develop relationships with REALTORS® and brokers. Most notably, they host monthly events at new and existing models to develop relationships and help REALTORS® learn about offerings by Lennar Homes.

In addition, Wendy Chandler Designs was recognized with three Laurel Awards for her interior designs in Lennar’s models in Yellowbluff Landing, Eagle Landing and Johns Creek II. Each of these models showcase modern, contemporary décor that complement the interior architecture, such as included features like stainless steel appliances, tile flooring and plush carpeting, for which Lennar has built its reputation.

Lennar Homes continues to build homes in the most desirable communities throughout Northeast Florida. Their dedication and customer-friendly philosophy have led to Lennar Homes' continued recognition as one of the nation’s leading builders that stands at the forefront of the new home construction market.

For more information regarding Lennar Homes or for a full listing of communities, visit http://www.lennarjacksonville.com.

ABOUT LENNAR: Lennar Corporation , founded in 1954, is headquartered in Miami, Florida and is one of the nation's leading builders of quality homes for all generations, building affordable, move-up and retirement homes. Lennar's Financial Services Division provides mortgage financing, title insurance, closing services and insurance agency services for both Company's homebuyers and the general public. Its Strategic Technologies Division provides high-speed Internet access, cable television and alarm installation and monitoring services to residents of the company's communities and others. Visit Lennar online at www.lennar.com.

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