2016 Downs and Western Region Master Builders Awards winners

DOWNS & WESTERN REGION

MASTER BUILDERS 2016 AWARD WINNERS

HOUSE OF THE YEAR DOWNS DESIGNER HOMES

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Contents Welcome from Master Builders Queensland............................................................3 House of the Year — Casa De Sogni won by Downs Designer Homes...............5 Winners list .................................................................................................................10 Project of the Year won by Hutchinson Builders....................................................12 President’s Award won by Swish Design ...............................................................15 Individual Home $551,000 to $650,000 won by Ardenvale Homes ...................16 Individual Home $651,000 to $750,000 won by Lamble Building.......................18 Home Renovation up to $275,000 won by Valdal Projects..................................20 Medium Density up to Three Storeys won by Mark Winter Constructions ........23 Housing for Sloping Sites won by Antonio Building ..............................................24 Excellence in Sustainable Living won by Janke Constructions ..........................27 Education Facilities up to $5 million won by Northbuild Construction................28 Commercial Building up to $5 million won by Schriek Building ..........................31 Women in Building, Rising Star and Apprentice of the Year award winners .....33 Master Builders Awards Night social snaps...........................................................34

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Welcome to 2016 Master Builders Awards for the Downs and Western region WELCOME to the annual 2016 Master Builders Downs & Western Housing & Construction Awards winners’ magazine.

It is testament to the awards’ 29 years of success and prestige that every year they continue to attract hundreds of quality entries from across Queensland.

The range of projects published reflect the high standards and exceptional skills of Downs and Western master builders.

Judges scrutinised the winners featured based on stringent list of criteria such as quality of workmanship, degree of construction difficulty, external appeal, siting and aspect, and amenities and aesthetics.

It is a promising sign for the building and construction industry to have so many

quality winners.

Each winner has put their business, product and workmanship under scrutiny as part of an extremely competitive process.

For home owners considering a new home, renovation or addition to an existing home, there is sure to be some inspiration among these pages.

For the commercial sector these projects display commercial builders with specialist staff, contractors and consultants who provide professional services to their clients.

Since 1882 Master Builders has been the voice of the industry, representing the interests of our members and the broader industry.

We are the number one source of practical and relevant information to the

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We have also helped thousands of builders and trade contractors to operate professional and profitable businesses that deliver superior quality outcomes to their customers.

The outstanding craftsmanship on display as part of the Master Builders Housing & Construction Awards program points to the important role Master Builders plays in nurturing and promoting excellence within the industry and encouraging members to take pride in their work.

The high standard of workmanship achieved by our members highlights Master Builders’ commitment to equipping members with specialist advice and professional services, which in turn helps members to

provide unmatched workmanship and attention to detail for clients.

Whether you are about to undertake a minor renovation or build your dream home, selecting a builder or trade contractor is a big decision.

You can choose one of the award-winning builders featured here, or use Master Builders online search facility, www.homeofbuilding.com.au, which provides details of properly licensed contractors who match your specified criteria.

On behalf of Master Builders, I thank all winners for supporting the Housing & Construction Awards program and wish them all the best.

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Downs Designer Homes project Casa De Sogni, meaning ‘house of dreams’, won them House of the Year at the Master Builders Downs & Western Awards 2016 — and rightly so.

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Downs Designer Homes’ takes out CASA dei Sogni means house of dreams, and that is what has been achieved.

The brief for this home was to create an Italian villa overlooking the picturesque Middle Ridge golf course.

The exterior of the home is dominated by the half pipe roof tiles imported from Europe.

Multiple columns, wrought iron balustrade, copper guttering, an intricate chimney and subtle trim give the house the unmistakeable feel of continental Europe.

Marble stairs lead you to the impressible double wrought iron entrance doors.

The doors lead into the 6.5-metre entrance tower with an arched window, giving visitors just a glimpse of what awaits in the alfresco and courtyard beyond.

The floors are large marble tiles that feature throughout.

The entrance is flanked by two home offices, with the large having four metres coffered ceilings and an external feature fish pond.

From this point you enter

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the impressive living area again with decorative four metre ceilings.

Handmade wrought iron chandeliers along with moulded archway columns add to the authenticity of the home’s style.

Celerstory windows naturally light and ventilate.

The living opens onto a spacious covered alfresco via enormous eight metre wide cavity stacker doors.

The alfresco has detailed skylights, heaters and a built-in barbecue.

This in turn overlooks the mosaic tiled pool and spa, all to be enjoyed from the separate pool hut with its own chandelier and decorative ceiling.

Back inside the living area has many features including a built-in fireplace with timber mantle and stone hearth.

A beautifully proportioned mirror resides above and the detailed kitchen has the best of European appliances fully integrated.

A large island bench is dominant in a kitchen with

stone tops, stained Tasmanian oak finishes and all modern conveniences.

A large butler’s pantry compliments this.

This really is the definition of indoor/outdoor living, as you seamlessly pass from one to the other.

The triple garage, golf buggy space with storage areas, powder room, laundry, bar, wine cellar and state-of-the-art home theatre complete the ground floor.

A grand, sweeping staircase in matching

Tasmanian oak and handmade balustrade leads to the home’s upper floors.

Skylights with LED lighting and translucent glass add ambience and natural lights as you ascend.

The main bathroom is fully tiled floor-to-ceiling with a curved feature wall, freestanding bath and unique nickel-plated tapware.

A well-appointed gymnasium is adjacent and another small flight of stairs leads to the bedroom wing.

Here there are three

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Home of the Year with Casa dei Sogni freestanding bath and opening skylight, this bathroom is full of light and natural ventilation.

The main bedroom has coffered ceilings again with metallic paint and decorative wallpaper to the bedhead.

Two ample balconies give views over the gardens, pool and golf course.

In keeping with Italian theme, many different wall and ceiling colours have been implemented with great effect throughout the home.

Other special features such as LED strip lighting with different colour options,

under floor hydronic heating, full air-conditiong, extensive sound system, security system and camera surveillance, large underground tanks, watering system and concealed down pipes along with many others make this home a luxurious mansion.

Authentic tile capped privacy fencing coupled with the perfect orientation for the north and eastern sunlight along with maximising the beautiful escarpment breezes on offer make this a true Italian villa — a true Casa dei Sogni.

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spacious bedrooms, one with an ensuite.

All bedrooms face north and have the perfect outlook over the pool and gardens.

The main bedroom wing has three metre ceilings with an entrance foyer.

You first arrive at the magnificent dressing room, all with built-in cupboards and laundry chute.

A skylight offers natural lighting with metallic ceiling paint that makes for a unique room.

The ensuite is tiled fully in Carerra marble.

With double vanity,

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Q & A with owner of Downs Designer Homes, Jeff Bubeck Where did the idea for Casa di Sogni come from and how did the project progress?

My good friend and international architect John Simpson designed the home, and he was a great source of knowledge throughout the whole project.

Overall it took about two years of planning, and one year of building.

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How long have you been building in Toowoomba?

I’ve been building in Toowoomba for 25 years — I started my apprenticeship in Toowoomba in 1977.

I’m a born and bred Toowoomba boy and really love the area.

What direction are you taking your business in?

I’m taking Downs Designer Homes in the direction to fit all budgets, terrains and styles — I make sure that all the clients deal directly with me and that I am very related with that area of the business.

We wanted to build something unlike anything else in the region.

— Jeff Bubeck

What are the principles within your business?

Every home is treated as if it’s my home.

High standards are adhered to, no matter what.

My client is highly involved from the beginning to the very end, and they are never left in the dark.

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Were there any particular additions to your project that were significantly different to others?

Our project was unique in that it had a touch of everything, from modern hydronic underfloor heating, home theatre and a cutting edge sound system to things

that haven’t dated in centuries such as terracotta tiles, wrought iron and marble.

has the highest standards of buildings in Australia — we’re really innovative and I think that’s very exciting.

Why do you like working in the Toowoomba region?

We’ve built up a reputation and a great clientele here.

I believe that Toowoomba

Why are you excited about the Toowoomba construction industry at the moment?

The styles of the homes

are a lot more diverse, the people are open to different ideas and are coming to builders with new, more exciting and different concepts.

Toowoomba people are daring to be different and I think that’s something to be proud of.

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Master Builders Queensland 2016 Major awards House of the Year Winner: Downs Designer Homes Pty Ltd Project: Casa Dei Sogni (House of Dreams) Project of the Year Winner: J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders Project: Toowoomba Regional Council Library President's Award Winner: Swish Design & Construct Pty Ltd T/A Swish Homes Queensland Project: Angle House Women in Building Award Winner: Ellie Farrington Rising Star Award Winner: Stuart Valdal Apprentice of the Year Winner: Russell Gillam

Project: Thorley Court Best Residential Swimming Pool Winner: Downs Designer Homes Pty Ltd Project: Casa Dei Sogni (House of Dreams)

Winter Constructions Project: Thorley Court Individual Home $1.26 million – $2 million Winner: Downs Designer Homes Pty Ltd Project: Casa Dei Sogni (House of Dreams)

Housing awards Display Home $301,000 – $350,000 Winner: Top Notch Trading Pty Ltd T/A Stroud Homes Toowoomba Project: The Savannah Individual Home up to $250,000 Winner: Gordon Bourke Constructions Pty Ltd Project: Entabeni Residence Individual Home $251,000 – $350,000 Winner: Swish Design & Construct Pty Ltd T/A Swish Homes Queensland Project: Angle House

Residential Trade Contractor of the Year Winner: Southern Stars Air Individual Home Conditioning Pty Ltd $351,000 – $450,000 Project: Zimbwa Residence Winner: Gordon Bourke Constructions Pty Ltd Commercial Trade Project: Vale View Contractor of the Year Residence Winner: All Built Up Pty Ltd Project: Toowoomba Individual Home Regional Council Library – $451,000 – $550,000 Cladding Install Winner: Gordon Bourke Constructions Pty Ltd David Turton Memorial Project: Holly Avenue Award Residence Winner: Askonstructions Pty Ltd T/A Hotondo Homes Individual Home Toowoomba $551,000 – $650,000 Project: Southern Views Winner: Arden Vale Homes Pty Ltd Specialty awards Project: Boyden Street

Individual Home over $2 million Winner: Downs Designer Homes Pty Ltd Project: Zimbwa House Home Renovation/Remodelling Project up to $275,000 Winner: Valdal Projects Pty Ltd Project: Stumkat House Home Renovation/Remodelling Project $276,000 – $575,000 Winner: Valdal Projects Pty Ltd Project: Goddard Home Home Renovation/Remodelling Project $576,000 – $1 million Winner: Valdal Projects Pty Ltd Project: Endring House Home Renovation/Remodelling Project over $1 million Winner: D J Buckley Builders Pty Ltd Project: Balletgirl Medium Density up to 3 Storeys – 2 to 5 Dwellings Winner: Winzim Investments Pty Ltd T/A Mark Winter Constructions Project: The Manors on Mary

Best Residential Bathroom Winner: D J Buckley Builders Pty Ltd Project: Balletgirl

Individual Home $651,000 – $750,000 Winner: William Beale Lamble Project: Panorama Views

Best Residential Kitchen Winner: Winzim Investments Pty Ltd T/A Mark Winter Constructions

Individual Home $751,000 – $1.25 million Excellence in Winner: Winzim Sustainable Living Investments Pty Ltd T/A Mark Winner: Janke

Housing for Sloping Sites Winner: Antonio Building Pty Ltd Project: Valley Views

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winners Constructions Pty Ltd Project: Vivian House Construction awards

Commercial Building up to $5 million Winner: Schriek Building Group Pty Ltd Project: PMG House

Education Facilities up to $5 million Commercial Building Winner: Northbuild over $5 million Construction Pty Ltd Winner: F K Gardner & Project: Glennie Senior Sons Pty Ltd Science Centre Project: Quest Apartments Education Facilities over $5 million Winner: F K Gardner & Sons Pty Ltd Project: Toowoomba Grammar School Senior Boarding House Sporting Facilities up to $5 million Winner: J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders Project: Regional Community Golf Centre – Stages 1 & 2 Community Service Facilities up to $5 million Winner: J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders Project: Miles Airport Community Service Facilities over $5 million Winner: J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders Project: Toowoomba Regional Council Library

Community Accommodation for Aged Care and Nursing Homes Winner: Paynter Dixon Queensland Pty Ltd Project: Beauaraba Living, Pittsworth Refurbishment/ Renovation up to $2 million Winner: Valdal Projects Pty Ltd Project: Oaks Childcare Centre Excellence in Workplace Health and Safety Winner: J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders Excellence in Energy Efficiency and Environmental Management Winner: J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders Project: Toowoomba Regional Council Library

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Retail Facilities Winner: F K Gardner & Sons Pty Ltd Project: BP Toowoomba, West Bound Truck Stop

Industrial Building Winner: J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders Project: Condabri Central Distribution Centre

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Hutchinson Builders win eight awards HUTCHINSON Builders go above and beyond in the building area, achieving heights that others merely admire, and it showed when they won eight awards on the Master Builders awards night for the Downs and Western region area.

The Hutchinson Builders team won Project of the Year, Apprentice of Year in Russell Gillam, Sporting Facilities up to $5 million, Community Service Facilities up to $5 million, Commuity Service Facilities over $5 million, Industrial Building, Excellence in Energy Efficiency & Environmental Management, and Excellence in Workplace Healthy and Safety.

However, it was the Project of the Year — the Toowoomba Regional Council Library — that stole the show for Hutchinson Builders.

The new library has been the talk of the town, setting a unique and edgy look to Toowoomba.

Hutchinson Builders constructed the new 7463sq m library as part of the inner city development strategy for Toowoomba.

It is constructed of slab on ground and post tensioned suspended concrete slabs, concrete and steel columns with a structural steel roof frame.

There are several different internal and external finishes including copper, spotted gum, acoustic walls and ceilings, Equitilt cladding and an intricate external tiling pattern incorporating three different colours, six different tile sizes per colour and three different laying patterns.

Level one consists of 95 basement carparks, an enclosed bike store, end of trip facilities including showers, a volunteers lounge and numerous store rooms.

Level two is the library level incorporating the main collection areas, reading lounge, youth area with indoor pergola, staff work stations and lunchroom, public internet, print stations and self-serve checkouts.

There is also a children’s precinct area with raised ceilings and the Hutchie’s Story Time Tree kindly donated by Hutchinson Builders.

The tree provides an excellent atmosphere for the

library staff to engage with children during their story time.

The local history room has a controlled environment maintaining the temperate at 19 degrees and the humidity at 55 per cent.

This is to ensure the historical books and artwork the council has in its possession are kept in mint condition.

There are an abundance of areas to read a book including bench spaces in the Southern Collection Area, couches in the Northern Collection area adjacent to a large, glazed curtain wall and the reading lounge with acoustic walls and ambient lighting.

The top level, level three, is mainly for community facilities.

It incorporates six meeting rooms, a training/multi-purpose room and a large seminar room with operable walls, giving the room flexibility to be divided into two or three separate rooms.

All these rooms have state-of-the-art whiteboards, drop down screens with interactive projectors creating

a facility for not-for-profit and profitable organisations to hire from the council.

The spacious plant rooms are also located on level three along with the main building reception and immunisation clinic.

The services for this building are the latest technology with Dynalite lighting control, remotely accessed Nexus exit lighting and a full Building management system controlling mechanical plant,

security system, irrigation and other services.

There is an 80kW solar PV array along with a solar hot water system.

An extensive lightning protection system is also installed to protect the

BEST OF THE BEST: The new Toowoomba City Library is a state-of-the-art facility.

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including coveted Project of the Year building and its services in the event of a storm.

There is a syphonic downpipe system installed due to site fall constraints.

This system feeds the 50,000-litre rainwater storage which is utilised for on-site irrigation and completes the rainwater harvesting system.

The two bio-retention basins treat all roof water quality prior to discharging into the council infrastructure.

This building has been designed to engage the public and bring the community to the city centre.

The well landscaped Civic

Square is a community area to meet friends for lunch, watch an outdoor movie or visit the regular markets.

The Toowoomba City Library’s energy efficiency designs were significant.

From a design perspective the councils desire for artwork and design not only encapsulated the region well but it added to an iconic outcome of the Toowoomba City Library.

Hutchinson Builders have been building in Toowoomba for 25 years.

They have made significant direction in multi-residential

construction outside of Toowoomba and recently have commenced a 30 storey high-rise in Surfers Paradise managed from Toowoomba.

In addition to this, Hutchinson Builders are focused on their civil subdivision capability that has been growing for the last four years with the aim to further develop their civil team to perform government funded civil projects.

The facility is a credit to all consultants, designers and trades people who worked on the project, as it is an iconic addition to Toowoomba.

GET OUTDOORS: The Civic Square embraces the great outdoors of Toowoomba.

TIME WITH KIDS: Hutchie’s Story Time Tree was donated by Hutchinson Builders.

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NEW AGE: The library has a fresh, innovative look.

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STUNNING ARCHITECTURE: The new Toowoomba City Library has truly made its mark on the region.

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Angle House makes a statement like no other THEIR extensive folio of award winning contemporary homes across Highfields, Toowoomba and South East Queensland has seen Swish Design Construct established as one of the region’s finest and most sought after design and construction practices.

Their expertise was acknowledged at this year’s Master Builders Queensland Awards, with Swish taking out the Individual home $251,000-$350,000 Award and the Major President’s Award for Design, Innovation and Affordability.

A four-bedroom family home claimed both awards,

with a sophisticated composition of rendered brick, timber and concrete features.

The design brief from the client was to connect the indoors and outdoors from all aspects of the house, and this was achieved with a central garden that is visible from all areas of the home.

It is a ground-breaking design for the region, and instantly caught the attention of the judges.

Swish Design and Construct has been operating in the region for six years and specialises in creating custom designed

and built homes.

Director Jonny Wells said his focus was to work with his customers to achieve a design and specification which meets their lifestyle and budget.

“Creating relationships not transactions is the principle of our business,” Mr Wells said.

“Quality and a point of difference at an affordable price — it’s why we have repeat customers on their fourth build in three years.”

The Swish team is excited about Toowoomba’s current construction climate, believing people are

generally starting to think outside the square in regards to housing.

“This is what we enjoy and specialise in; you don’t need to look the same as every other house in the street.”

“Our passion for architecture and design is what helps us create homes with a point of difference.”

In judging the winning entries the Queensland Master Builders Awards panel described Swish as having “remarkable ability to create exceptional homes with an affordable price tag.”

The designs speak for themselves.

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Arden Vale Homes continues superb quality PERFECT DESIGN: This home is ideal for the busy, modern family.

HOMELY AND PRACTICAL: Use of solid timbers, VJ wall panelling, square set plaster and quality fittings have made this home relaxing and stylish.

LOVELY LIGHT: Louvre and fixed panel-glass down the hallways, office and kitchen take advantage of natural light.

GREAT FEATURE: There are many practical spaces that allow a family juggling work and children to live in comfort.

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Old-time quality with a modern edge THIS Arden Vale home has been beautifully blended with traditional and modern finishes.

For clients juggling a busy life with children and business, this home has been designed to keep the family entertained with their own spaces designated for homework and play.

A warm, solid timber pergola, modern tiles and soft rendered colours open up to well planned north facing living space.

Stepped timber flooring breaks up the main living

areas with subtlety and style.

Use of solid timbers, VJ wall panelling, square set plaster and quality fittings have made this home relaxing, stylish, practical and homely.

Louvre and fixed panel-glass down the hallways, office and kitchen allow the parents to keep an eye on the children swimming whilst taking advantage of natural light.

Bradnams 6.38mm Neutral Sunenergy glazing has been used extensively to keep the house warm in winter and

cool through the summer months.

As the client’s first new home, they often sought Arden Vale’s advice to help transform their clear vision of what they wanted intop the stunning reality that was achieved.

Arden Vale is known for its ability to strive and excel on complicated jobs.

Arden Vale Homes’ supervisors, quality trades and suppliers ensured this truly stunning project was delivered on time, on budget and with happy clients.

CLEVER DESIGN: The home utilises what would have been wasted space, such as this study nook.

CLEAR AND TIDY: Clean lines and beautiful angles are a signature of this home and create a tidy, well finished look.

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OUTDOOR LIVING: Outside and inside blend seamlessly.

POLISHED WOOD: The entrance hall leads into the open-plan living and dining area.

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MODERN CHIC: The Burke’s spacious open-plan living area comes off the entrance hall.

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The Burke conquers building challenges in breathtaking modern style and class WHEN this prize-winning design was shown to Lamble Building’s client, they loved it so much their only request was to make the deck larger.

Lamble Building won the $651,000 to $750,000 category in the Master Builders Queensland Association awards for ‘The Burke’ at Panorama Crescent.

Will Lamble said the project was a new build.

“We put [it] together as a house and land package designed by our clever architect,” Mr Lamble said.

“The build posed many challenges due to the block having a vertical height difference of 10m from one corner of the block to the other.”

This height difference made the footings very challenging.

“We did them ourselves as our concreter wasn’t available at the time,” Mr Lamble said.

“We enjoy the challenge and excitement of building designer homes.

“However, we do

MODERN STYLE: Lamble Building’s prize-winning home entitled The Burke. renovations and new builds been trading since March of any size and budget.”

2011, with Mr Lamble having While this particular build been building since 2000. is new, the business itself has “We have worked hard to

develop great relationships with local trades and businesses.

“Our aspiration is to keep

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our business at a personal level where a client can always talk directly to the builder rather than a

salesperson.

“We pride ourselves on service and always keep the client informed during the build so they are aware of how the project is progressing.”

Lamble Building also prides itself on helping people with renovations and new builds.

“As builders, we understand that building or renovating can be a daunting, stressful prospect.

“However, at Lamble Building, we do our utmost to make sure the clients have a good experience and feel well informed and in control of their project.”

Mr Lamble said the business also gives clients confidence in choosing the best products which are installed to the highest quality standard by engaging professional, friendly tradesmen who take pride in their workmanship.

Lamble Building is more than happy to travel to give people from outside Toowoomba the same service locals have.

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Valdal Projects celebrates huge success THE team at Valdal Projects were recognised for their excellence in building when they took out the Master Builders Queensland Awards, winning six different awards.

Valdal Projects won the following categories: ● Home Renovation/Remodelling Project up to $275,000 ● Home Renovation/Remodelling Project $276,000 to $575,000 ● Home Renovation/Remodelling Project $576,000 to $1 million ● Refurbishment/Renovation Project up to $2 million ● Rising Star – Stuart Valdal ● Women in Building – Ellie Farrington Visit www.valdalprojects.com.au for more information on this reputable and highly successful company.

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2016 DOWNS & WESTERN REGION MULTIPLE AWARD WINNER INDIVIDUAL HOME $751,000-$1.25 MILLION I BEST RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN I MEDIUM DENSITY - 2-5 DWELLINGS

Mark Winter Constructions are multi-award winning builders, based in Toowoomba. Established for more than 10 years, Mark and wife Nicole have earned themselves an enviable reputation as being one of the region’s leading custom builders.

Their hard-earned reputation promises a consultative approach to the construction of your new home and they strive to make the building or renovation process as stress-free and as inspiring as possible for every client.

For a new home, renovation, unit development or high-end custom build, Mark Winter Constructions have the experience to deliver your lifestyle or investment vision.

We draw from a carefully selected range of suppliers and employ the very best tradespeople in the industry to deliver a bespoke execution that is sure to answer your building brief.

At Mark Winter Constructions we do not believe in a “one size fits all approach” and we rarely tell our clients, no it cannot be done. We embrace a challenge and engage with our clients throughout every step of the process to make their design and construction dream a hassle-free reality.

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Mark Winter Constructions shines above all MARK Winter Constructions are known for their exceptional service, outstanding quality of work and their ability to bring people’s visions to life in such intricate and beautiful forms.

This talent has been recognised at the Master Builders Queensland Awards for the Downs and Western region, with Mark Winter Constructions taking out three different awards — Individual Home from $751,000 to $1.25 million, Best Residential Kitchen, and Medium Density up to three storeys — 2-5 dwellings.

Their individual home is located at 12 Thorley Court, and is a triumphant salute to mid-century modernism.

Nicole and Mark Winter are very happy with their project.

“Thorley Court was a special project for us as it is our own family home and we use this as our showpiece for potential clients to see what exciting and new innovation is available with design and advancements in residential construction,” Nicole said.

With a design and presence imagined in the Hollywood Hills or Malibu, the home sits upon a generous corner block overlooking bushland in a secluded Middle Ridge enclave.

Extensive use of western red cedar is in perfect symphony when juxtaposed with white render and black external cladding.

The dramatic exterior hints to the luxurious interiors that await discovery beyond the

gatehouse.

Entry is via a three metre pivoting glass door cradled on one side by one of several natural stone feature walls found throughout the home.

The impressive entry opens up options to access the media room with state-of-the-art AV technology, or passage through another three metre pivot door into the study.

From the foyer you continue forth into the dramatic double-height, open plan living area with the dining and kitchen area only divided by the beautiful waterfall-sided marble island bench, complete with granite composite black recessed sink and black Abey tapware.

From this island you can survey the entire indoor and outdoor living spaces with an option to access the butler’s pantry or laundry with commercial grade Miele washer or dryer.

Surrounded by tallow wood panelling and 2-pac soft-close cabinetry is the state-of-the-art Miele kitchen appliances with bank of oven, steam oven, coffee machine, microwave and five-burner gas cooktop taking pride of place to the rear of the kitchen, sitting elegantly within the marble surrounds and glass feature windowed-rear wall.

A wall of bi-fold glass doors fold neatly away, opening the dramatic indoor living space to the Palm Springs inspired outdoor zone.

The outdoor lounge area with feature fireplace,

fountain and raised outdoor kitchen sit aside the generous raised deck with outdoor dining to comfortably entertain guests.

This raised position provides the perfect spot from which to survey the beautifully designed, retro inspired square plunge pool with wet-edge access into the generous heated spa.

The outdoor zone continues the Sonos system entertainment options with four outdoors speakers, two in the lounge area and two on the raised dining deck to ensure the host can select the right musical mood for any occasion.

The LED lit water fountain again provides options to set

the ambience.

Complementing the pool is a tiled sun-lounge area providing yet another space in which to enjoy thhis sumptuous yet practical zone.

Back inside the tallow wood feature panelling is continued, not only encompassing the Ecosmart fireplace in the living, but telling a story along the hall that provides access to two children’s bedrooms, guest powder room, main bathroom, guest room and multi-purpose rumpus or children’s play room.

This multi-purpose room also opens by way of floor-to-ceiling glass bi-fold doors onto a north-facing

patio designed to feature a hanging wall garden.

All bathroooms throughout this home make extensive use of porcelain tiling, pietra grey marble vanity tops and beautiful Roger Sellar vanity basins.

The generous main bathroom has a stand-alone bath and walk-in shower zone with rainfall shower-head as a second bathing option.

Luxuriously carpeted stairs lead from the living space to the top floor parent’s retreat.

A generous lounge and dressing space with direct ensuite access featuring tallow wood cabinetry, the home provides the perfect setting in which to dress for

that special occasion.

Wood panelling again leads to the generous master suite, continuing the sense of luxury so encapsulated in every part of this home.

It is this master suite that crowns a home truly unique in its cutting edge design and master craftsmanship by Mark Winter Constructions.

The friendly team at Mark Winter Constructions have been servicing the Downs with their exciting and innovating custom building for 11 years.

Mark has 27 years of experience in the industry, so you can be guaranteed that when you build with Mark Winter Constructions, it is trialled and tested.

INNOVATIVE DESIGN: 12 Thorley Crt is a distinctive blend of varying resources brought together to create a stunning home.

STUNNING LOCATION: The home is a unique and sophisticated mixture of materials.

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Antonio Building adds another award to cache FOR the past 13 years Antonio Building has created homes across the Darling Downs which reflect the individual needs and taste of their clients, helping make a house a home and a lifestyle into a life.

It is this commitment to create a home the owner is proud of, that reflects the individual’s personality, which has earned them one of the top gongs at this year’s Master Builders Queensland Awards; the Downs and Western Award for Housing for Sloping Sites.

Director Gavin Antonio said his mission is to create homes with a difference.

“We will continue to build on our reputation of delivering custom homes that our clients are truly proud to call home,” Gavin said.

“We remain committed to building homes of superior

quality and workmanship.

“Our values are to focus on the needs of our clients and provide a personalised service that is stress free and rewarding.”

Every project is managed personally by Gavin to ensure efficiency and direct communication.

This year’s award was won on a particularly difficult project which offered many challenges from a building perspective due to the sloping block.

Bushfire zones and workplace health and safety requirements also had to be considered, however the degree of difficulty was overcome with an extensive amount of hard work, know-how and physical effort from Gavin and the team at Antonio Building.

Gavin believes it is an exciting time to be involved in

the building industry.

“There is a lot of opportunity for growth with new land developments in Toowoomba — it has everything a builder needs to remain local, from highly skilled contractors through to hardware stores and a great variety retail shops for the purchase of fixtures and fittings.”

“There are many exciting projects taking place in the Toowoomba region currently and confidence seems high within the residential, commercial and rural building sectors.”

It is not the first win for Antonio Building, with the business previously claiming numerous Master Builders Queensland Housing Awards including a State Award and Presidents Award.

WELL ANGLED: Located on a difficult and awkward site, this sloping block provided many It is a tradition they intend challenges for the builder. to uphold for years to come.

GORGEOUS VIEWS: The generous veranda of the property allows ample relaxation space.

FAMILY HOUSE: The four bedroom home features landscaped gardens and access ramp.

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BACK TO NATURE: Warmth has been added with the use of Spotted Gum timber flooring in the main living areas.

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Antonio rises to challenge of sloping block PERCHED high on the escarpment, encapsulating spectacular views to Tabletop and the Lockyer Valley, Antonio Building P/L is proud to present a dynamic architect designed home built specifically to suit its premier location and the distinctive styling of the owners.

Every detail has been carefully considered to produce a stylish and ultra-modern residence from the unique shape to the fabulous floor plan, to the chic interior, to the outdoor living capturing the majestic views.

The home makes an immediate and striking impression from the outset.

Located on a difficult and awkward site, this sloping block provided many challenges for the builder, with bushfire zones and workplace health and safety requirements to also consider, the degree of difficulty was easily overcome with an extensive amount of hard work, know-how and physical effort from Gavin and the team at Antonio Building Pty Ltd. Externally the house is constructed from Kliplok

sheeting and spotted gum VJ board.

Upon entering the home, via the timber ramp, you are struck by ultimate style and sophistication.

The home features four large bedrooms – including master bedroom with spacious ensuite and walk-in-robe; secluded kitchen and open dining area; separate family room; formal lounge room; office; laundry; bathroom and toilet.

Warmth has been added with the use of Spotted Gum timber flooring throughout the main floor areas.

The secluded kitchen is both sleek and contemporary and designed to suit the needs of the owners.

Features include reconstituted stone bench tops, gloss laminate finish on kitchen cupboards, soft closing drawer systems and modern glass splashback.

What truly makes this home a standout in luxury living is the outdoor deck area that takes in spectacular

180Ëš escarpment views.

The deck area is cleverly designed to be accessible via sliding glass doors through the dining, family, and lounge room areas and also from the master bedroom.

It also wraps seamlessly around the kitchen area.

Glass ballustrading all round complements the overall aspect.

Other standout features to the home include raked

ceilings, quality appliances and lighting, abundance of natural light, louvre windows for airflow, bedrooms all with built-in cupboards and the subtle colour scheme creates an ambience of warmth and elegance.

This stunning project was delivered on time, on budget and the final result is essentially a team effort between the architect, builder and owners.

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Janke Constructions masters sustainable living THIS sustainable home has brought style to the genre and won Janke Constructions the Excellence in Sustainable Living award at Master Builders Queensland awards.

Builder/Director Nelson Janke explained the sustainability of the house.

“There is optimal orientation of the house such that living areas and majority of the house are north-facing,” Mr Janke said.

“Sunlight into the lower storey is maximised by the utilisation of a vergola roof system,” he said.

“In winter, this system allows sunlight to bathe the living area and terrace area.

“Furthermore, in summer this roof system can be opened in afternoons and nights to allow maximum ventilation.”

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NRG insulated cladding which has significant thermal advantage over a rendered-brick system, and

all the windows are glazed with energy efficient glazing.

“A 5kW solar electricity system has been installed for

the house to reduce the reliance on grid-supplied electricity,” Mr Janke said.

“This is particularly

important for this house to run the pool equipment, which can have a high electricity demand.

“The pool has been fitted with a thermal blanket built into a timber deck to minimize heat loss from the pool and therefore reduce the need for artificial heating.”

There is also a 52,000L underground rainwater tank.

Janke Constructions has found that in Toowoomba there is an increasing interest in new houses that offer sustainable living.

“Overall this is a good outcome for our community,” Mr Janke said.

“Toowoomba has had a great stable building environment where there generally is enough work to go around for most builders.”

The business also sources most, if not all, of the materials used from the local region.

“We find that the majority of Toowoomba’s construction industry and suppliers work well together.”

Janke Constructions is committed to building excellence.

“We have an enthusiastic and experienced team of employees and subcontractors that helps us deliver each project so well.”

Mr Janke is very hands-on throughout each project, which provides a seamless building process for the clients as they are able to work directly with the builder.

He has over 10 years’ experience in the residential building industry in Toowoomba and is a qualified carpenter and builder.

Janke Constructions would like to thank Master Builders for their award for recognising their product over the last few years.

OPEN SPACE: The living areas of this award-winning home are open-plan.

AMAZING SIGHT: Deck and pool areas look out over Toowoomba views.

PEACEFUL SLEEP: The main bedroom of the house has spectacular views.

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Northbuild has schooling success NORTHBUILD Construction are proud to have won the 2016 Downs & Western Region award for Education Facilities up to $5 million.

This award follows on from previous award-winning projects over the last few years after Northbuild opened the Toowoomba office in 2011.

Northbuild have now completed two projects for The Glennie School with

architects Burling Brown, and continue focussing on excelling in education facilities across Toowoomba after projects completed at St Mary’s College, St Joseph’s College and Fairholme College.

The new three-storey structure completed in January 2016 totalling 3438sq m is seamlessly connected to the existing building via the two upper

floor verandas.

These upper floors contain six science laboratories, two preparation rooms, storage, two staff rooms and amenities.

The basement level consists of multi-purpose storage areas, lunchroom, archive and biology store rooms.

Each of the science laboratories are provided with a teacher wet bench and

student wet benches that have sinks, gas turrets and power/data.

A dry bench has also been integrated for the teacher, with the interactive white board at the front of each room.

The floor finishes are vinyl and the walls are a combination of impact resistant plasterboard and Autex acoustic pinboards.

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the ceilings feature Knauf Acoustishield perforated plasterboard panels with black backing paper.

The lighting is a mix of surface LED and recessed down lights and the laboratories are all air-conditioned by a combination of wall and ceiling split-systems.

With Northbuild having regional employment at the forefront, the project was

completed using local sub-contractors and suppliers, except a few specialist trades from Brisbane.

The team included local consultants Ashburner Francis and Kehoe Myers.

Glennie now arguably has the best designed and highest quality science facilities in the region contained within this modern yet tasteful building.

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Award-winner commands attention Schriek Building Group clinches commercial building honour with contemporary CBD office building WHEN the Schriek Building Group Pty Ltd won the Commercial Building up to $5 million section in the Master Builders Awards, the reasons being were very obvious.

Their structure at 102 Herries St is a stunning piece of modern architectural aesthetic fused commercial premise located in the CBD fringe, combining expert building with impeccable style to create the award-winning building.

The building has what can only be described as a sense of authority both inside and out, demanding the attention

of passers-by.

The building achieved all aspects of the clients’ brief, bringing with it a standard of expertise of style for others in the area to admire.

The site was to be utilised to give maximum return on the client investment, and historical touches were added to compliment the surrounding streetscape.

The site underwent removal of a pre-existing residential building and a proposal for new two-storey professional offices of approximately 700sq m for multiple tenants came to the

forefront.

The building was designed as a two-storey to capture the views from the directors’ offices.

Large windows were placed in the offices to reflect this view.

While noise from the adjoining property and traffic on Herries Street was a concern of the clients, this was resolved by utilising laminated glass and acoustic insulation to the eastern and northern boundary.

The client required a minimal, low-maintenance building with an understated

elegance and, as such, the building was designed to be light and airy.

As a result, it had a very contemporary, stylish feel.

The building was to be intertwined within existing landscaping on-site to create a private yet sophisticated entry into the precinct.

A timeless yet simple palette of building materials such as weatherboard, colourbond steel, glass and stone were used to create and attract corporate tenants who require a premium level of finish.

The interior was fit out

specifically to include salvaged materials from the demolished building, yet create a striking modern appearance to reflect the corporate image of the anchor tenant as a leading finance industry practice.

Restoring and reinstating the original fireplaces to the reception and meeting room was a nod to the grand old building, combining the best of the old with the new.

The original heritage double-hung windows were also restored and reinstated along with the skirting board.

Staff expansion was to also

STUNNING STRUCTURE: The award-winning building at 102 Herries St.

be included in the design, creating an easier flow of movement to the offices.

The carpark to the rear of the building that fits approximately 20 cars maintained its exposure to the Herries and Phillip Sts frontage throughout the infrastructure.

All aspects of room size, orientation, serenity, security, and accessibility were achieved on this project as per the owners brief.

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Driven approach earns Russell apprentice award RUSSELL Gilliam began his school based apprenticeship with Hutchinson Builders in 2011 and has certainly impressed, winning him the Master Builders 2016 Apprentice of the Year.

His energetic and smart nature has led him to receive glowing testimonials from his superiors, and project manager for Hutchinson Builders Craig Gooderham is no exception.

“Russell has always put himself forward and finishes the tasks at hand with no worries, and he always puts in to attain the best result,” Craig said.

“He shows virtuous organisation, communication

and trade skills and this is why he is well valued with his peers, and I have no problem in placing him on any of our sites and he is in demand.”

Russell is renowned across Hutchinson’s for his excellent communication and skills on the sites.

Hutchinson Builders site foreman Lachlan Bloomfield also holds Russell in high regard from working with him at Downlands College and Ergon Energy Toowoomba.

“During his time with me I have given him challenges of running little sections of the project with full control of the sub-contractors and materials he requires,” Lachlan said.

“Russell has presented great strengths to achieve the task at hand in a timely manner while still keeping the quality of work at a high level.

“I believe Russell will have the skills, knowledge and motivation to run a complete project of his own.”

Russell’s reputation excels both on and off the jobsite — he is also held in very high regard by Andrew Becconsall, the apprentice development coordinator for Hutchinson Builders.

Andrew has regular contact with Russell on site visits and training and says he has excellent communication skills and HARD WORKER: Master Builders Apprentice of the Year Russell Gillam. problem solving capabilities.

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ALWAYS ACHIEVING: Women in Building award winner Ellie Farrington.

Women hitting new heights WHEN someone excels in an area of their life, it’s an achievement that they should be very proud of.

Ellie Farrington, however, has excelled in more than one area — not only has she attained a Bachelor of Mathematics with distinctions from the Queensland University of Technology and a Certificate I in Construction, but she is now the 2016 winner of Women in Building award.

“In 2010 I completed the first year of a Bachelor of Design majoring in architectural studies, [but] I felt at the time that I would like to gain my Certificate III in Carpentry and gain more experience in the building and construction industry before completing this degree,” Ellie said.

“I endeavour to return to

these studies once I feel competent within my trade.”

Ellie then went on to do a mathematics degree that she completed in 2013 with distinctions, however she could not deny her interest in the building industry.

“In 2014 I decided that I needed to pursue this interest in a more direct sense, [and] it was then that I began to seek a carpentry apprenticeship,” Ellie said.

“I wasn’t successful until towards the end of the year when I spoke to Stuart Valdal, my current employer.”

Ellie began her apprenticeship with Stuart Valdal of Valdal Projects in May 2015, and is amazed at how much she is learning each and every day.

Her reputation is second-to-none, receiving praise from director and

builder of Valdal Projects, Stuart Valdal.

“The fact that Ellie is a woman has never affected her performance onsite or her ability to carry out tasks,” Stuart said.

“Myself and the other apprentices and tradesmen all respect her, she’s a valuable asset to our team and we’re excited to see where Ellie’s future leads.

“I think Ellie is a fantastic role model for women in the industry and she’s very deserving of the award.”

In March this year Ellie was asked to speak at the senior leader induction of her high school, Fairholme College.

“I took up this opportunity eagerly as I feel it is important for young women to see that there are no limitations [on] the path ahead of them.”

IN 2007 Stuart Valdal began his carpentry apprenticeship with Col Kronk Constructions.

Nine years later, he is the builder and director of Valdal Projects, and the 2016 winner of Master Builders Rising Star award.

Over nine years Stuart has worked as an apprentice and a sub-contractor, now directing his own company at the age of 27.

Stuart completed his builders’ licence at the beginning of 2013 through the Bremer Institute of TAFE when he was 24 years old, and immediately began his own company, Valdal Projects with himself and one first year apprentice.

They were in Brisbane for seven months with constant work when he won a small commercial office job in Toowoomba.

From there, Valdal Projects won quote after quote in Toowoomba, purely through word of mouth.

Stuart moved to Toowoomba permantly after that, and he now has three full-time sub-contracted carpenters, four full-time apprentices, a full-time sub-contracted machine operator, and one full-time and one part-time administration staff.

“I love working with new, interesting ideas and concepts for a design,” Stuart said.

“I also love working with new compliant materials that are sustainable for the home and low maintenance.

“It’s important for a home to be minimal maintenance without affecting the design and end result — I have a young but driven and hardworking team, and I enjoy working with all the different clients.”

ENTREPENEUR: Rising Star award winner Stuart Valdal.

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FUN NIGHT: Celebrating the industry are (from left) Will Lamble, Caitlin Lamble, Bill Lamble, Judy Burke and Tim Burke of Lamble Building at the Master Builders Downs and Western Housing and Construction Awards at Empire Theatres' Armitage Centre on Saturday, July 16.

FRIENDLY FACES: Celebrating the success of Downs Designer Homes are (from left) Michael Nobbs, Nichola Nobbs, Jeff Bubeck, Karyn Bubeck, Jason Bubeck and Brittney Jones at the Master Builders Downs and Western Housing and Construction Awards.

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CELEBRATING SUCCESS: Industry leaders (from left) Greg Inwood, Craig Gooderham, Cathy Weymouth, Rob Weymouth and Geoff Kampf of Hutchinson Builders.

REPRESENTING WAGNERS: From left, Jeffrey Lodder, Juanita Lodder, Shelley Kerkin and Josh ELEGANT COUPLE: Andrew Schnitzerling and Claudia Dunn of Integrated Building Kerkin at the Master Builders Downs and Western Housing and Construction Awards.

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MASTER BUILDERS AWARDS 2016

Toowoomba celebrates this year’s master builders

ENJOYABLE FUNCTION: From left, Daniel Child, Matthew Steger, Bec Cahill, Toneille Bennett and Darren Bennett of Southern Stars Airconditioning.

FUN EVENT: Shelley Carlile (left) and Sarah Harmsworth at the Master Builders Downs and Western Housing and Construction Awards at Empire Theatres' Armitage Centre on Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Photos: Kevin Farmer/The Chronicle

BUSINESS FAMILY: Ready for a good night are (from left) Marcus Robotham, Kait Warren, Adam Kain and Tash Kain of Gordon Bourke Constructions at the Master Builders Downs and SMILING FACES: At the Master Builders Downs and Western Housing and Construction Awards are (from left) Nicole Winter, Mark Winter, Adrian Treasure and Lana Styler of Mark Winter Western Housing and Construction Awards.

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