Congrats to the winners in this year’s Best of Johnson County Housing & Homebuilding categories!
Best Apartment Community: The Apex at CityPlace
Discover modern designs, elegant finishes, and upscale amenities at The Apex at CityPlace, where luxury meets convenience. Our Overland Park apartments offer a range of layouts, from studios to three bedrooms, providing spacious and adaptable living spaces. Inside, you’ll find a host of interior luxuries, including plank flooring, smart home features, and private patio/balcony options. As a resident of our pet-friendly community, you’ll also enjoy exclusive access to amenities such as a sports simulator, infinity pool with a hot tub and swim-up bar, and 24/7 facilities.
Located in the heart of CityPlace, The Apex offers the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of. With easy access to Interstate 69 and College Blvd, you’re never far from the shopping, dining, and entertainment options of nearby Kansas City. Whether it’s unwinding at Entity Lounge, pampering yourself at Beloved Nails and Image Studios or enjoying the benefits of infrared heat absorption at Hotworx, relaxation awaits you at home.
Beyond the well-designed interiors and modern fixtures, our meticulously landscaped grounds and inviting community spaces provide the ideal backdrop for hosting friends and family. Words can only do so much justice—schedule a personal tour today at www.theapexatcityplace.com to experience our irresistible apartments firsthand!
Finalists: The Fieldston of Fairway, The Villas at Waterside, Village at Mission Farms
Best Garage Company: Overhead Door Company of Kansas City
For 99 years, Overhead Door Company of Kansas City™ has been repairing and replacing garage doors in Kansas City. With 100 service trucks on the road every day, same day service means we won’t leave you stuck. Visit our working showroom of modern garage doors and Wi-Fi integrated garage door openers. Get our current offer here.
Finalists: Accelerated Garage Door Service, Inc., Banner Garage
Best Home Remodeler: Origin Build Co
Named the Best Home Remodeler in Johnson County four times in the last five years, Origin Build Co is a premier general contracting firm delivering a streamlined, highly professional alternative to the chaotic construction process. Serving clients throughout the Greater Kansas City Metro, we combine consistent, clear communication with elite craftsmanship to achieve your exact project goals.
From origin point to completion, our team eliminates the traditional pains of contracting. We specialize in high-end residential transformations—including custom home additions, kitchen remodeling, luxury bathroom renovations, and basement design-builds across Overland Park and Leawood. Beyond residential spaces, we apply that same structural expertise and uncompromising integrity to commercial build-outs for local business owners.
We eliminate guesswork by managing every phase of construction with strict professional oversight, ensuring your project is built to an elite standard. Whether you are planning a major home addition, a whole-house renovation, or a creative commercial space—let’s talk, then let’s get to work. Visit www.originbuildco.com today to schedule your consultation.
Finalists: Mr. Handyman of Olathe, Gardner, First Response Restoration, Martanne Construction
Best Real Estate Agent: Laura Miller, ReeceNichols Koehler Bortnick
Laura Miller is a Kansas City real estate agent with the Koehler Bortnick Team at ReeceNichols, serving buyers and sellers throughout Johnson County and the greater Kansas City area. Known for her strategic guidance, strong negotiation skills, creative marketing, and highly personalized service, Laura helps clients navigate every stage of buying or selling a home with confidence.
Before entering real estate, Laura built an award-winning career in television production, where she developed the communication, storytelling, and contract negotiation skills she now brings to every transaction. As part of the Koehler Bortnick Team, one of Kansas City’s leading real estate teams, she also gives clients access to extensive market knowledge, marketing resources, and a trusted professional network.
Laura believes real estate is about more than a transaction. It is about understanding each client’s goals, advocating for their best interests, and building relationships that last well beyond closing day.
Learn more, explore available homes, or connect with Laura at https://lauramiller.reecenichols.com/.
Finalists: Jessica Patterson- ReeceNichols Johnson County West, Angela Lamb, Compass, Jennifer Weaver, Compass
Best Architect: pluribus architectural collaborative
Finalists: Klover Architects, Indwell Architecture
Best Home Builder: Don Julian Builders
Finalists: Arise Homes, Origin Build Co, JFE Construction
Best Home Inspector/Appraiser: House 2 Home Inspection Services, LLC
Finalists: Legacy Home Inspections, ACM Home Inspections
Best Mortgage Lender: Central Bank of the Midwest
Finalists: Community Lending of America, Inc., Azura Credit Union, Truity Credit Union
Best Real Estate Company: Koehler Bortnick Team
Finalists: Urban Cool Homes, The Magnolia KC Group, Engel & Volkers
