We are proud to announce that Latitude 61 has been recognized as an Award of Merit finalist in the 2026 Gold Nugget Awards, presented by PCBC and the California Building Industry Association (CBIA), in the category of Best Multi-Family Housing Community – Under 20 du/acre. This recognition places Latitude 61 among the top residential communities in North America for excellence in design, planning, and development. (pcbc.com)
For more than six decades, the Gold Nugget Awards have been regarded as the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honors for residential community design. Each year, an independent panel of industry experts evaluates hundreds of entries, recognizing projects that demonstrate exceptional innovation, architectural excellence, and thoughtful community planning. This year’s competition received more than 800 entries from across North America, making this recognition an extraordinary achievement. (pcbc.com)Latitude 61 was selected as an Award of Merit finalist in recognition of its distinctive approach to modern desert living. Located in the heart of Palm Springs, the community offers thoughtfully designed luxury townhomes that blend contemporary architecture, energy-efficient features, and indoor-outdoor living spaces inspired by the surrounding desert landscape.
As an Award of Merit recipient, Latitude 61 is now a finalist for the coveted Gold Nugget Grand Award, which will be announced during the 63rd Annual Gold Nugget Awards Gala at PCBC on July 29, 2026, in Chula Vista, California. (pcbc.com)
“We are honored to be recognized by the Gold Nugget Awards and grateful to everyone who helped bring Latitude 61 to life,” said Mario Gonzales, CEO & President of GHA Companies. “This nomination reflects our commitment to creating an exceptional community where innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and the Palm Springs lifestyle come together.”
We are incredibly proud of this recognition and look forward to celebrating alongside the industry’s best later this month.
