The Triangle Parade of Homes, a beloved annual event in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area of North Carolina, begins this weekend! The Parade features a stunning array of newly constructed homes, and has a rich history that spans several decades, reflecting the region’s evolving architectural trends and the real estate market. Now, as a fusion of the Raleigh-Wake and Durham-Orange County Parade of Homes, it celebrates the best of both regions.

The origins of the Triangle Parade of Homes can be traced back to the early 1960s when the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County organized the first-ever event. It was designed to provide builders with a platform to showcase their craftsmanship and innovation in home construction. The event was initially a modest affair, featuring a handful of homes, but it quickly gained popularity among both builders and potential homeowners.

Over the years, the Triangle Parade of Homes expanded in scope and ambition. The event began to attract more builders and homeowners eager to participate, not only from Raleigh-Wake County but also from the neighboring Durham-Orange County region. By the 1970s, it had grown into a prominent annual showcase of the latest trends and technologies in home design and construction, encompassing the best of both counties.

One of the key features of the Triangle Parade of Homes is its commitment to diversity in home design. Each year, the event features a wide range of home styles, from traditional and colonial to contemporary and modern, representing the architectural heritage of both Raleigh-Wake and Durham-Orange County. This diversity reflects the ever-changing tastes and preferences of Triangle residents and serves as a testament to the adaptability of the local building industry.

The Triangle Parade of Homes has also embraced sustainability and energy efficiency, with builders from both counties incorporating green building practices and technologies into their designs. Visitors can explore homes equipped with solar panels, energy-efficient appliances, and other eco-friendly features, showcasing the environmentally conscious approach shared by builders on both sides of the Triangle.

In addition to showcasing the latest trends in home construction, the Triangle Parade of Homes has also played a significant role in the region’s real estate market. It serves as a barometer for the health and direction of the housing industry, with the quality and variety of homes on display reflecting the overall economic climate in both Raleigh-Wake and Durham-Orange County. For prospective buyers, the Parade of Homes offers a unique opportunity to explore different neighborhoods and discover their dream homes, whether in Wake or Orange County.

As the Triangle region has experienced rapid population growth and development in recent years, the Triangle Parade of Homes has continued to flourish as a combined event. The Parade lasat for 3 weekends, with hundreds of builders and their homes participating across both counties. Visitors from all over the region flock to the Parade, making it a major cultural and social event for the community.

J. Fuller Homes is proud to present 2 homes in the 2023 Parade of Homes:

Sanderway Lot 6, 127 Sanderway Drive, Chapel Hill, NC

Arden Lea at St. Mary’s Lot 2, 490 Terry Rd, Hillsborough, NC

Both homes will be Open SEPT 30-OCT 1, 6-8, 13-15, 2023 12pm-5pm, come join us!