AR Franchising, Inc., the franchisor of the AR Homes® brand, earned two Silver Awards in The Nationals℠ 2025, recognized for Best Use of Technology for AR Theatre and Best Interior of a Custom Home for the Radiance Model. These honors reflect the innovation, design leadership, and resources that elevate the AR Homes® custom homebuilding experience.
This year’s competition drew over 1,100 entries from across the country, carefully reviewed by a 16-member panel of industry experts, resulting in 325 Silver Award winners.
Best Use of Technology – AR Theatre
The AR Theatre demonstrates how technology can transform the way buyers explore custom homes. Its immersive, photo-realistic virtual environment combines advanced rendering, video, and intuitive navigation through floor plans and elevations, giving buyers a clear, confident view of their potential home. These tools have made it easier than ever for franchisees and clients alike to visualize and plan their dream homes.
Best Interior of a Custom Home – Radiance Model
The Radiance Model was honored for its exceptional interiors, balancing modern style, high-quality finishes, and adaptable spaces. Colleen Roach, Director of Interior Design at AR Franchising, Inc., explains, “Every AR Homes® design is guided by the same commitment to balance, proportion, and lasting appeal. The Radiance Model demonstrates how these principles come together to create interiors that are luxurious, intentional, and adaptable to a variety of lifestyles.”
Looking Ahead – Gold Awards
The Gold Award winners will be announced at the Nationals℠ Awards Ceremony on February 17, 2026 in Orlando, FL.