Fox Point Farms Wins Golden Nugget
Aug 3, 2026 • San Diego Area, CA
Shea Homes and Nolen Communities
Shea Homes and Nolen Communities Earn Top Honors at the Gold Nugget Awards
Award-Winning Vision. Industry-Leading Innovation.
Shea Homes® and Nolen Communities are proud to celebrate a remarkable achievement at the prestigious Gold Nugget Awards, one of the most respected honors in the homebuilding and community development industry.
Fox Point Farms, the groundbreaking mixed-use community in Encinitas, earned national recognition with three Gold Nugget Awards, further validating the community's innovative approach to bringing together housing, agriculture, wellness, and connection in one thoughtfully designed destination.
Fox Point Farms Earns Three Gold Nugget Awards
🏆 Best Community Land Plan
🏆 Best Community Amenity
🏆 Mixed-Use Community of the Year
In addition, Fox Point Farms received Awards of Merit for:
⭐ Best Mixed-Use Project
⭐ Best Infill Community
⭐ Best Landscape Architecture for a Community
These honors recognize the vision, planning, design excellence, and collaborative effort that transformed Fox Point Farms into one of the most distinctive communities in the country.
A New Standard for Community Living
Located in Encinitas, Fox Point Farms was designed to redefine what a neighborhood can be. The community brought together thoughtfully crafted homes, community gathering spaces, wellness-focused amenities, and a working organic farm, creating a truly unique lifestyle centered around connection and sustainability.
Residents enjoyed an environment where neighbors could gather, explore, grow, and thrive together. From walkable outdoor spaces and community gardens to recreational amenities and farm-to-table experiences, every aspect of Fox Point Farms was intentionally designed to foster meaningful connections between people and place. Community materials describe Fox Point Farms as an approximately 21-acre community featuring a mix of cottages, carriages, flats, and townhomes, supported by extensive amenities and a planned working organic farm.
The recognition received at the Gold Nugget Awards reflects not only the physical design of the community but also the broader vision behind it: creating an authentic, community-focused place where residents can experience a richer way of living.
Excellence Recognized on a National Stage
For 63 years, the Gold Nugget Awards have honored the industry's best in planning, architecture, design, and development. This year's competition featured more than 800 entries from across the United States and around the world, making these awards an especially meaningful achievement.
The recognition received by Fox Point Farms is a testament to the collaboration and commitment of Shea Homes, Nolen Communities, the numerous partners such as Catalina Design, Schmidt Design Group, Starck Architecture, SteinbergHart, PLSA Engineering and many additional consultants and trade partners who contributed to bringing the vision to life.
A Legacy That Continues
While Fox Point Farms is now sold out and closed out, its impact continues to serve as a powerful example of the innovation, craftsmanship, and placemaking principles that define Shea Homes communities.
These awards reinforce our commitment to creating neighborhoods that go beyond housing, places that inspire connection, enhance wellness, and enrich everyday life. The success of Fox Point Farms serves as a foundation for future communities and a reflection of the high standards that continue to guide our work.
We are honored to receive these prestigious awards and grateful to everyone who played a role in making Fox Point Farms a nationally recognized success.
Fox Point Farms is sold out and no homes are currently available for purchase. Information provided on this page is for historical and informational purposes only. Sales: Shea Homes Marketing Company (CalBRE#01378646), Construction: Shea Homes Limited Partnership, License [CSLB# 855368]. This is not an offer for real estate for sale, nor solicitation of an offer to buy to residents of any state or province in which registration and other legal requirements have not been fulfilled. Pricing does not include options, elevation, or lot premiums, effective date of publication and subject to change without notice. All square footages and measurements are approximate and subject to change without notice. Trademarks are property of their respective owners. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Award-Winning Vision. Industry-Leading Innovation.
Shea Homes® and Nolen Communities are proud to celebrate a remarkable achievement at the prestigious Gold Nugget Awards, one of the most respected honors in the homebuilding and community development industry.
Fox Point Farms, the groundbreaking mixed-use community in Encinitas, earned national recognition with three Gold Nugget Awards, further validating the community's innovative approach to bringing together housing, agriculture, wellness, and connection in one thoughtfully designed destination.
Fox Point Farms Earns Three Gold Nugget Awards
🏆 Best Community Land Plan
🏆 Best Community Amenity
🏆 Mixed-Use Community of the Year
In addition, Fox Point Farms received Awards of Merit for:
⭐ Best Mixed-Use Project
⭐ Best Infill Community
⭐ Best Landscape Architecture for a Community
These honors recognize the vision, planning, design excellence, and collaborative effort that transformed Fox Point Farms into one of the most distinctive communities in the country.
A New Standard for Community Living
Located in Encinitas, Fox Point Farms was designed to redefine what a neighborhood can be. The community brought together thoughtfully crafted homes, community gathering spaces, wellness-focused amenities, and a working organic farm, creating a truly unique lifestyle centered around connection and sustainability.
Residents enjoyed an environment where neighbors could gather, explore, grow, and thrive together. From walkable outdoor spaces and community gardens to recreational amenities and farm-to-table experiences, every aspect of Fox Point Farms was intentionally designed to foster meaningful connections between people and place. Community materials describe Fox Point Farms as an approximately 21-acre community featuring a mix of cottages, carriages, flats, and townhomes, supported by extensive amenities and a planned working organic farm.
The recognition received at the Gold Nugget Awards reflects not only the physical design of the community but also the broader vision behind it: creating an authentic, community-focused place where residents can experience a richer way of living.
Excellence Recognized on a National Stage
For 63 years, the Gold Nugget Awards have honored the industry's best in planning, architecture, design, and development. This year's competition featured more than 800 entries from across the United States and around the world, making these awards an especially meaningful achievement.
The recognition received by Fox Point Farms is a testament to the collaboration and commitment of Shea Homes, Nolen Communities, the numerous partners such as Catalina Design, Schmidt Design Group, Starck Architecture, SteinbergHart, PLSA Engineering and many additional consultants and trade partners who contributed to bringing the vision to life.
A Legacy That Continues
While Fox Point Farms is now sold out and closed out, its impact continues to serve as a powerful example of the innovation, craftsmanship, and placemaking principles that define Shea Homes communities.
These awards reinforce our commitment to creating neighborhoods that go beyond housing, places that inspire connection, enhance wellness, and enrich everyday life. The success of Fox Point Farms serves as a foundation for future communities and a reflection of the high standards that continue to guide our work.
We are honored to receive these prestigious awards and grateful to everyone who played a role in making Fox Point Farms a nationally recognized success.
Fox Point Farms is sold out and no homes are currently available for purchase. Information provided on this page is for historical and informational purposes only. Sales: Shea Homes Marketing Company (CalBRE#01378646), Construction: Shea Homes Limited Partnership, License [CSLB# 855368]. This is not an offer for real estate for sale, nor solicitation of an offer to buy to residents of any state or province in which registration and other legal requirements have not been fulfilled. Pricing does not include options, elevation, or lot premiums, effective date of publication and subject to change without notice. All square footages and measurements are approximate and subject to change without notice. Trademarks are property of their respective owners. Equal Housing Opportunity.
