Florida Builder of the Year 

Over 15,000 builders in the state of Florida are eligible for the "Florida Builder of the Year" award. These are builders who have reached the pinnacle of their profession and have proven that they are among the best in the business. Richard F. Durling, the owner and contractor of Ft. Myers based Marvin Development Corporation, received this award in 2002.

 

 
Committed to Excellence

 Marvin Development Corporation boasts over 35 prestigious awards ranging from local awards to national honors. Symbolic of any reputable builder, these awards are physical proof of the reputation for excellence, pride in workmanship, and commitment to superior customer service.

 
Since 1972 we have staked our reputations and livelihoods on building quality homes which will stand the test of time; A home for families to live comfortably, play happily and love. Every year since our founding we have renewed our commitment to our customers and ourselves: we will provide the best built home that money can buy. However, a satisfied customer is the most gratifying award any company could earn.
Diamond Builder Award

The Diamond Builder Award is presented to homebuilders who continually demonstrate financial security, technical competence, and customer satisfaction. Marvin earned the prestigious award in 1993.

The advantage of building with a Diamond Builder is two fold:
 
  1. Just like any good insurance company, 2-10 Home Buyer’s Warranty Corporation is more apt to write a policy for a sure thing. They are looking for companies they feel will not make a claim.
  2. Second, offering an insured warranty protects you and your family from the “what if.”
 
Marvin Development is one of only four Diamond Builders in Florida and less than fifty in the United States. We are regarded very highly by 2-10 Home Buyer’s Warranty Corporation. Many companies do not qualify for the rigorous background checks required to offer such a warranty.

Builder's Industry Association

  • 2007 Parade of Homes: Superior Home
  • 2005 Parade of Homes: Superior Home
  • 2002 Parade of Homes: Superior Home
  • 1997 Parade of Homes: Best Pool Area
  • 1993 Parade of Homes: Most Energy Efficient Home
  • 1992 Parade of Homes: Superior Home
CCCIA Awards

The Cape Coral Construction Industry Association Builders' Showcase recognizes local builders for their contributions to the Cape Coral area. In 2006 our Grand Seville swept the category!

 

  

2006 Builder’s Showcase:
  • Best Overall – Grand Seville Model
  • Best Interior design - Grand Seville Model
  • Best Floor Plan – Grand Seville Model
  • Best Pool Area – Grand Seville Model
  • Best Exterior – Grand Seville Model
  • Energy Efficiency Award – Grand Seville Model

  2005 Builder’s Showcase:

  • Best Interior Design - Grand Seville
  • Best Home on the Block – Grand Seville Model, Presented by Florida Concrete & Products Association, Inc. for best use of Masonry Materials

2001 Builder’s Showcase: Best Kitchen – Calypso Key Model

1997 Outstanding Industry Achievement

 Builder of the Year

 

In 1993 the American Subcontractor's Association named Marvin Development "Builder of the Year". This award is especially significant because the criteria for receipt of such an award are prompt payment practices and fair treatment of subcontractors. Not only does a Marvin Development customer receive the benefit of 30 plus years of experience, but also the knowledge that the house will be lien-free during construction.