Long Beach Remodeler and Builder Wins the Prestigious ‘Homes For Life’ Award of Excellence

The second annual Homes for Life award of excellence, recognizing excellent remodeling work for aging in place and universal design, was given to Ben Morey, CGR, CAPS, CGP of Morey Construction in Signal Hill, California under the “Major Space” remodel category. Sponsored by Home Care by Moen, the awards were presented during the annual NAHB Remodelers gala in Baltimore on September 11.

“We received many exquisite remodels for these two categories of the Homes for Life award of excellence, but were especially impressed by the design, workmanship, and quality of life improvements displayed by the winners,” said NAHB Remodelers Chairman Lonny Rutherford, CGR, CAPS, CGP, of Legacy Construction in Farmington, New Mexico. “Besides improving the homes of aging individuals for easier living, these remodels exemplify creativity and style.”

Ben Morey, CGR, CAPS, CGP of Morey Construction in Signal Hill, California won the Major Space category of the Homes for Life award for remodeling a master bedroom and bath for a couple. Accessibility for the wheelchair-using husband was enhanced by expanding the space, installing low cabinets, and designing a deep walk-in closet. Additionally, the bathroom was improved with roll under sink, roll-in shower with handheld shower heads, and angled mirror. Luxury details, such as a towel warmer next to the shower and sophisticated design details provided elegance to the new remodeled rooms.

Through the recent construction industry downturn climate, Morey Construction has maintained a significant work flow. “It is only through a 27-year proven reputation of reliability as well as having a distinct advantage of housing both an award-winning design and construction team, have we been allowed to maintain and book consistent work,” states Morey. Morey’s experience in the industry is extended through his certification in Certified Aging in Place (CAPS) as well as recent Certified Green Professional (CGP) through The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) University of Housing. Morey obtained his Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) from the NAHB in 2005.