Master Builders Victoria Winning Homes 2023

CONTEMPORARY DESIGNS

2023 Master Builders Victoria Excellence in Housing Awards SHOWCASING THE BEST CUSTOM HOMES AND DEVELOPMENTS

SUSTAINABILITY FOCUS

LASTING APPEAL

Contents 8

President’s message

108

North East Regional winners

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CEO’s message

118

North East Regional entrants

10

Stage Judges profiles

126

South East Regional winners

21

Master Builders Victoria winners

136

South East Regional entrants

71

Master Builders Victoria entrants

144

Western Regional winners

102

Regional Judges profiles

157

Western Regional entrants

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A MESSAGE FROM THE MASTER BUILDERS VICTORIA’S PRESIDENT

Celebrating passion through success

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he Master Builders Victoria Excellence in Housing Awards is an important opportunity to celebrate the successes and shared passion for the industry.

Anybody on a residential worksite across Victoria would know that each day represents a new set of challenges.

And this has arguably been one of our most challenging years.

But as somebody granted the opportunity to regularly meet with industry representatives, I have seen glowing examples of quality and execution despite the circumstances. At Master

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Builders Victoria, we admire those organisations and leaders who forge on through tough financial conditions.

We acknowledge talented teams who make projects a success despite skilled and professional worker shortages.

We recognise the delivery of quality construction despite materials supply challenges.

And we praise everyone for meeting and exceeding the ever-evolving regulatory environment, excelling in safety, and inspiring and supporting the young builders of the future.

This year’s finalists represent the very best of

what is on offer across Victoria.

Each individual project and the talented minds behind them are a credit to the industry.

Your work continues to contribute to the strength and resilience of the sector.

Geoff Purcell President, Master Builders Victoria

A message from Master builders Victoria’s ceo

Fostering innovation and growth

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rom the city to our regional centres and everywhere in between, the ongoing completion of housing projects showcases the strength of our industry.

But a finished home represents far more than another roof over a head.

Each of the Excellence in Housing Awards finalists are an example of the skill and high standards of workers across our industry.

Our members continue to set the bar with examples of innovation and sustainability, understanding the value of building strong working relationships and an ability to offer value for money in a tight market.

In the last 12 months there is so much more to celebrate.

Master Builders Victoria continues to focus on promoting our industry and its importance to the Victorian economy and community.

The Victorian building and construction industry plays a vital role in the fabric of communities and in many ways could be considered the backbone of our economy.

That’s why we will continue to invest in the

development and training of our members.

Our commitment extends to providing expert advice, including legal counsel, guidance on employee and workplace relations, and occupational health and safety, to name a few.

We recognise that our industry is constantly evolving, and it’s crucial that our members have access to the knowledge and skills they need to prosper and thrive in the ever-changing landscape.

At Master Builders Victoria, we hold a firm belief in leading a future-ready industry and building a better world.

Our mission is not just to support our members but also to shape a brighter and more sustainable future.

By collaborating, building trust and promoting a shared vision for the future of the building and construction industry in Victoria, we are contributing to a world that is not only well built but thriving and prosperous.

Michaela Lihou CEO, Master Builders Victoria

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State Judges GET TO KNOW OUR PANEL OF INDUSTRY EXPERTS

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FRANK PAVAN CHIEF JUDGE

Fellow of Engineers Australia (NPER) Fellow of the Australian Institute of Building Member of Master Builders Victoria Member of the Australian Society of Building Consultants VCAT Building Expert

Frank Pavan is Managing Director of Pavan Consultants, a Melbourne-based, multidisciplined firm of project managers, building designers, engineers and interior designers.

Frank is a Civil/Structural Engineer with postgraduate qualifications in building design, project management, and commercial and domestic estimating. He has worked in many and varied industries including mining, petrochemical, commercial, retail, educational, defence, industrial, judicial, local, state and federal governments, and multi-unit developments.

Frank has 38 years’ experience in the building and construction industry and has worked in Saudi Arabia, Italy and in many Australian capital and regional cities. Pavan Consultants has won three project management awards in 2014 and 2017, that latest being a National Award in project management. The firm also won three design awards in 2011. He has worked on projects valued up to $40 million. Frank is a past President of the Victorian chapter of the Australian Institute of Building and was a member of the VBA’s Building Practitioners’ Board. He has been a MBV judge for more than 20 years and has been the chief judge for the past five years.

ROD ARMSTRONG Rod brings 33 years of experience to the construction industry across domestic, commercial, industrial and high rise, as well as more than 15 years in the civil industry and previous roles as a plumber. Rod has operated a range of machinery on civil projects, quarry works and road projects (Hallam Bypass, Hume Bypass, Cell Lining at the Wollert Landfill). For 10 years, Rod has worked as a Safety Officer and is passionate about the building and construction industry.

JEFF BECK Jeff is a qualified and registered Domestic Builder and Building Inspector. During his time completing primarily architectural new homes and extension/renovations throughout South East Melbourne, Jeff completed his Diploma of Building Surveying to gain registration as a building inspector. For the past eight years, Jeff has been self-employed as a Building Consultant, specialising in domestic construction, and is studying a Diploma of Building Surveying.

JAN BRANDJES

JAY DURRANT

GEOFF FALK

Consultant, Trainer, MBAV-Sustainability Principles (2014 – 2018)

OHS Manager, MBAV

Geoffrey is highly experienced as an Architect specialising in the master planning and design of major projects, urban spaces and large-scale public facilities.

He has extensive experience in integrated community projects, design for the community and arts and complex heritage issues. He has also practised environmentally sustainable design since the 1970s and is a strategic thinker with a sophisticated knowledge of architectural planning and contemporary aesthetics.

Throughout his career, Geoffrey has been commissioned to design, document and project manage many one-family customdesigned houses, project houses and multiunit residential projects.

Geoffrey has a great capacity to visualise and develop conceptual solutions for a wide array of project types. His visualisations are locally and internationally acknowledged as being highly successful in communicating to the public and stakeholder groups the key design criteria in planning and urban design.

Growing up in The Netherlands, Jan started his career as a writer/ journalist and Public Relations Manager with Elsevier’s Publishing Company in Amsterdam.

The attraction of wide open spaces saw him immigrate in 1983 to the Yukon, Canada where, after a short stint as a communications strategist for the government, he became involved in Canada’s super energy efficient building program labelled “R-2000”.

Over the following 12 years, Jan developed extensive knowledge in sustainable and energy-efficient construction. Starting as a builder of R-2000 homes in Canada’s far north in the 1980s, he later progressed into a building consultant and building inspector.

Jan immigrated to Australia in 1995, where he discovered energy efficiency was not widely recognised in construction. He developed a number of demonstration projects: “The Healthy House”, “The EcoHome” and “The Economical House”, which were all built in Sunbury, Victoria. He received invitations to guest lecture at a number of universities on sustainable building and developed training programs for energyefficient construction.

As an Environmental Building Consultant, Jan advises on a wide range of issues to both industry and private clients. As a Trainer for Master Builders in Victoria, Jan combines his journalism background with his practical building skills. His focus is strongly on future industry developments, with education being key.

Jay Durrant is an OHS Adviser, Lead Auditor and ICAM Lead Investigator who joined the Master Builders Association of Victoria in 2021.

He has more than 17 years’ construction industry experience, six of which he specialised in occupational health and safety management for airport, civil infrastructure, commercial, education, energy, ports, rail infrastructure, refurbishment, health, hotel, industrial, retail and residential projects.

Jay has attained an Advanced Diploma of WHS, a Diploma of Quality Auditing including RABQSA lead auditor training, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and is an ICAM lead investigator.

Jay is a licensed Intermediate Rigger and Basic Scaffolder who holds various competencies for powered mobile plant.

Jay represents Master Builders Victoria on several stakeholder forums and participates in regulator industry consultation, and review of legislation and development of guidance material.

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judges

JOE HASTIE

NANCY ITALIANO

GLENN JONES

Joe has been involved as a Master Builders Victoria judge for more than 10 years and continues in the industry with more than 30 years experience in construction, delivering projects across multiple disciplines. These include schools, aged care, retirement villages, community centres, hotels, high-rise apartment developments, commercial offices, retail department stores, shopping centres, boutique and high street retail stores, sports and recreation facilities, streetscapes, landscapes and industrial projects.

He is firmly focused on health, safety, environmental and quality outcomes within the life cycle of every development.

With extensive liaison with clients, consultants and subcontractors, he is able to guide projects to be completed on time, on budget and to the right standards.

Joe is GSAP, Environmental Management Cert IV qualified and holds Masters qualifications in Sustainable Practices.

Graduated Fashion Designer Interior Designer Colour forecaster; Creative Design Director Acustruct™ Builders – Co owner; MBAV Housing Sector Committee; Member MBAV Mentoring program 2020, 2021

Platinum Member of the Master Builders Association — 38 years; Member of the Australian Institute of Building — 25 years; Managing Director Boston Group 911 Build Assist; Managing Director Auzteam Homes — Research & Affordability; Victorian Civil Administrative Tribunal — Expert Witness

Angelo Inguanti Angelo Inguanti entered into the building industry in 1965 as a young apprentice Carpenter, after leaving the family market gardening business. He carried out cabinetry, framing, lockup and fixings, progressing to become a registered builder in 1983. Angelo has built more than 250 homes as a sole trader within the metropolitan area and Bellarine Peninsula. Now retired at Point Lonsdale, Angelo gives much more time to enjoying his family and grandchildren and travelling around Australia and Europe with his wife, Antoinette.

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Nancy Italiano, a Graduated Fashion Designer, Interior Designer & Colour forecaster, is the Creative Design Director at Acustruct™. She is the co-founding owner of Acustruct, a boutique medium-tier construction company based in Melbourne that aims to “build a better way”.

Nancy also has formed part of the MBV Housing Sector Committee since 2020, and Mentors Men & Women in Construction since 2021. Nancy has worked across all platforms within her construction company and is currently the CFO for Acustruct™, as well as being the Creative Design Director, leading an enthusiastic team of planners and designers. Developing extensive knowledge through her day-to-day activities, Nancy is also passionate about gender diversity and addressing systemic issues in the construction industry by attracting and retaining more women in construction-related jobs.

Throughout her 20-year career, she has tried to challenge the status quo wherever possible and recently embarked on a new venture called projectHER, a project management platform to enable women to be a part of the building industry without being on the tools.

Glenn has been continuously involved in the building industry for the past 40 years. This includes participating in the MBV Housing Sector Group Committee, Major Domestic Building Contracts & Specifications Sub Committee including acting as Deputy Chairman of the Building Registration Committee for the Building Control Commission from 1997 to 2002 for practitioner registration and licensing. Glenn became a board member of the MBV in 1997 and has won many Excellence in Housing awards, including being awarded the Victorian Fair Trader of the Year in 1997 by the Victorian government — the only Victorian builder to achieve this. One of Glenn’s premier projects was the construction of the Rosella Complex in Richmond, which was a $43 million project with heritage listing by the National Trust. The Boston Group specialises in providing building industry consulting services in project feasibility, risk assessment, dispute resolution for consumers, and expert construction reports for mediations, VCAT and other court jurisdictions. Glenn is also a current member of the Building Practitioners Board at the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) and is a director of Auzteam Homes, which is carrying out research into affordability and modularisation as to the future of the Victorian and Australian building industry for consumers. Glenn was made a life member of the MBV in July 2022.

DINO KROMMYDAS

ROB LEES

MAX LOCHE

Bachelor of Engineering (Building); Fellow of the Australian Institute of Building (Victorian and National committees); Past President of the Victorian Chapter of the AIB

In 1977 Rob’s building career commenced, working for McDougal Ireland as an Estimator’s Clerk and Contract Administrator.

This experience encouraged him to obtain formal qualifications; he studied at RMIT where he achieved a Diploma of Building (with Distinction) in 1982.

In 1983, Rob formed Faulkner Lees Constructions Pty Ltd, initially as an onsite project management company providing services to numerous developers, mainly specialising in commercial and industrial projects, as well as design and construction projects in light commercial, professional suites, new homes and domestic renovations and extensions.

In the early 1990s, as well as being a Registered Builder and Draftsman, Rob completed a Graduate Diploma in Property at RMIT. Between 1997 and 2017, building consultancy was the primary source of business for Faulkner Lees Constructions Pty Ltd. Rob was equally engaged by builders and owners.

He prepared expert witness reports and regularly appeared at tribunals as an expert witness.

Rob has been a member of the MBV for over 25 years and is a past president of the Australian Society of Building Consultants (Victoria).

Diploma Project Management (Swinburne); Diploma in Building & Construction (Building Academy); Diploma of Management (Building Academy); Associate Diploma Architectural Drafting (NMIT); Registered Building Practitioner 2004; Design Matters National Full Member 2011

Dino is a highly experienced Builder with over 25 years of experience delivering a range of projects in the commercial construction sector.

He has spent the last 17 years with a major Melbourne builder as a Project Manager and Construction Manager, specialising in residential high-rise projects with values up to $140 million.

In this time, he has overseen the completion of more than 4000 apartments and various other commercial and retail projects. He continues to be responsible for the management of design teams, contract management and administration, project planning and programming, implementation of quality and safety systems, and the execution of projects through to handover.

Max Loche is a Consultative Residential Building Designer and a Director of Ausplan Design Group since 2011. He has more than 25 years’ experience in the industry having been at the forefront of Victorian home designs. After 18 years working with national companies such as Metricon, Burbank and including a 10-year tenure with Simonds, Max has branched out to focus on his own business. This experience has led Max to hone his skills in ensuring that designs incorporate whole-of-home aspects of modern lifestyle – extending the boundaries of design decision-making to include new technology and advanced trends. Ausplan Design Group has a strong network of consultants in the industry.

Customer service is the number one priority, with the aim of ensuring that all clients achieve their visions. Ausplan Design Group deals in several industry areas such as concept designs, master planning, greenfield design, custom design, town planning application, additions/renovations, architectural drafting, consultative energy reports, 3D visualisation and renders. Max was awarded Best Environmentally Sustainable Design in Design Matters National’s 2021 awards.

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judges

DANIEL MAZZEI

CHRISTOPHER MCSTEEN

DAVID NEWNHAM

Managing Director Mazzei Group; Director Building & Construction Foundation (Registered Charity); Committee Member MBV

Associate Member of Australian Institute of Architects; Member of Archicentre; Panel member VSCC

Daniel Mazzei stands out as a leader and innovator among Melbourne’s building community. His admirable experience in the industry is testimony to his commitment, insight and passion for the ever-evolving construction space.

Daniel’s passion for creating quality homes is matched only by his extensive construction expertise. He is well known for his innovative building solutions and his exacting commitment to quality results.

Daniel is the Managing Director of the Mazzei Group. Overseeing the luxury home and multi-dwelling residential divisions, Daniel brings strengths in rational and efficient planning and an aptitude for co-ordination of complex projects.

The Mazzei group is widely recognised in the construction industry and renowned for their dedication to quality, experience, expertise and excellence.

Christopher McSteen is a Director of McSteen Tan Architects, an inner-city architectural firm dealing in a number of design areas including new housing, town house developments, housing renovations and additions, school buildings, commercial offices, factories and town planning applications. His office projects vary enormously and range in size from $20 million to $500,000. While Chris’s work has mainly been in Victoria, he has also spent several years overseas working in the US and Italy on a range of design projects, from highrise residential to urban design, to touristrelated facilities. His interest in Italian architecture – classical and modern – takes him back to study in Italy every couple of years. He was involved as the design architect with TV stations Channel 7 and Channel 9 for a series of architectural programs: Channel 7’s The Terraces (2004) and Channel 9’s The Tyler Fishlock Home (2013). He has received a number of design awards, including most recently in 2014, the Urban Design Award from Boroondara Council for Best Heritage Conservation, Additions and Alterations. He has acted as architectural lecturer at public forums for environmental design seminars at Playbox and sustainable design seminars at BMW Edge, Federation Square. His work has appeared in a variety of publications including Home Beautiful, Kitchens and Bathrooms, RAIA Awards and The Age.

Degree in Civil Engineering at Monash University; Master Builders Board of Management; President from 2008-2010; Building Practitioners Board (2000-2008), co-opted member until the board was disbanded in 2016.

CARMEL PETERSON OHS Adviser, MBV

Carmel is a construction OHS Adviser and Lead Auditor who joined the Master Builders Association of Victoria in 2019.

With 20 years’ experience in occupational health and safety, Carmel has specialised in safety management of commercial, industrial and residential building and construction.

Carmel has tertiary qualifications in training and assessment, occupational health and safety, and lead auditing along with many years working across the construction industry both in Victoria and Queensland.

Carmel represents Master Builders Victoria on several stakeholder forums to assist and advise in the development of industry guidance material in the areas of OHS.

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David has been involved in the building and construction industry since completing a degree in Civil Engineering at Monash University in 1971. After more than 20 years in project management in commercial building, with projects including the Reserve Bank Note Printing Works at Craigieburn and the Melbourne Central Project, he moved to residential building as Victorian Building Manager for AVJennings in 1992. In 1997, he joined with two other partners for a management buyout of Stonehaven Homes, where he remained until his retirement in 2016. Stonehaven Homes is an architectural design and construction company involved in inner suburban residential housing. David’s involvement with Master Builders extends back to receiving industrial advice in the late 1970s. His main involvement occurred when he joined the housing sector committee in 1992. He was elected Chairman soon thereafter and served on the state council from that time. Following eight years on the board of management he became President from 2008-2010. David also served for eight years on the Building Practitioners Board from 2000-2008 and continued as a co-opted member until the board was disbanded in 2016. He has served on the CoINVEST (building industry long-service leave fund) board since being elected in 2011. David has enjoyed his time in the building industry and joined the Victorian Small Business Mentoring Service in 2017 as a Volunteer to share his experience with others.

DON RAVIDA

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PETER SUTTON

Don has more than 35 years experience in the building industry, and is a Past President of Master Builders Victoria, 2004-2006. He heads his own successful company, Ravida Group, specialising in luxury homes. Don holds a Bachelor of Business and is a life member of MBV. Don has served on many industry boards including Incolink and as chair of the National Residential Builders Council for six years. He has an extensive knowledge of residential building, development and market drivers within the industry.

Chris has been an active member of the building industry for the last 44 years beginning his apprenticeship in the Latrobe Valley back in 1977 and has worked in multiple roles within the industry over that time. On the completion of his apprenticeship Chris worked for himself doing renovations and new homes. He met his wife-to-be and followed her to Bendigo in 1986. In 1988 Chris joined the AV Jennings team as a Supervisor before moving across to Glen Loddon Homes as a Supervisor/Maintenance Manager in 1990. During his time at Glen Loddon Homes Chris did estimating, drafting and some sales.

He bought into the business in 1995 and continued to run the business on his own until he convinced Glenn Wade to join him as a Joint Owner in 2000. Since than they have continued to build high quality homes for the people of central Victoria, with the majority of work through referral. Winning numerous awards over the years, Chris is highly regarded by peers and clients as both professional and easy to deal with.

Peter Sutton is a retired Builder who ran his own company. Sutton Constructions was a multi award-winning company that individually designed and built unique, ultra energy efficient homes. He has been a member of Master Builders Victoria for more than 30 years. Within this time, Peter has sat on the Board and Council of Management. Peter has been judging the Master Builders Excellence in Housing Awards for 10 years.

MICHAEL RIGG

AUSTIN SWAIN

Registered Builder & Architecture; Life Member, Master Builders Association of Victoria After completing Architecture, Michael worked with Graeme Gunn and Merchant Builders for nine years from 1970-79. In 1981, he established the Design & Construct Company of Urban Spaces and registered as both Builder and Architect. The company specialised in building restoration, custom housing and domestic alterations for 28 years.

Over this period the company won 12 Master Builders Awards for their projects. Michael became a member of Master Builders Victoria in 1983 and graduated from the Housing Committee in 1988 to Council and Board member in 1995. Michael was President of Master Builders Victoria from 2000–2002 and participated on the National Housing Board from 2000–2004. In 2004 Michael was awarded Life Membership to Master Builders Victoria.

The founder of Pivot homes, a custom design and construction company building on the surf coast for more than 25 years, Austin has himself been the recipient of more than 50 awards, including Building Designer of the Year and Builder of the Year. Austin has served as a past Chairman of the Western District Master Builders Victoria country housing and Apprentice of the Year committees. He is also a member of the surf coast planning committee and was a member of the Geelong land committee for some time. Having recently retired, Austin is now finding time to return to the water. As a keen Sailor, he and his wife, Jan, have sailed their yacht up to the Whitsundays. He also enjoys water skiing, snow skiing and golf. Austin was delighted to this year take on the challenge of judging these awards.

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Bringing quality and grandeur to every build attention to detail has builder in a class of his own Nestled in a modest street of post-war, brown brick homes in Altona North is Imran Saaoud’s stunning Second Ave project.

Featuring beautiful cylindrical forms, arched windows and landscaped gardens, this entry in the Best Custom Home ($1 million – $2 million) category is an instant standout in this tidy, but modest neighbourhood.

Even as a young apprentice builder, Imran Saaoud never settled for average and had his sights set high. Rather than simply admiring a beautiful home, he would always wonder how it could be done better.

So when it came to starting his own business, Melbourne-based Saaoud Constructions, he knew he was aiming for nothing but the best, and knew the only way to get it was to oversee every project as closely as possible.

With a keen eye for quality, he developed a team he knew he could trust and, rather than simply assign the job and step back, he chose to work closely with his subcontractors to ensure all questions were answered and the job was done right.

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When it came to Second Ave, he co-ordinated everything from the demolition through to the furnishings, and his keen eye for beauty and quality workmanship is evident in every room.

Seamlessly blending luxury and liveability, Mr Saaoud says the construction, which incredibly took only a year, features quality fittings sourced from around the world, each chosen for its combination of beauty, quality and function.

Designed by architect Tina Lindner, the western suburbs home proves that with beautiful design and attention to detail, grandeur can be brought to any location.

Natural light washes through the stunning project, highlighting marble finishes, mirrored feature walls and gorgeous brass fittings.

Where Altona North may lack breathtaking views, Mr Saaoud created his own, with an open-plan living and dining area looking out to a superb courtyard highlighted with water features and landscaping.

The design features a range of highly technical construction methods and is filled with plenty of curves, bent steel, concrete, high ceilings and arched windows that blend to create the picture of luxury suburban living.

Mr Saaoud says while he may be “just a local guy from Newport”, word has spread about the

quality of his workmanship and this project came about through word of mouth.

He has never competed for a job and took the slow approach to building his business, but the work speaks for itself.

It marks the fruition of a career dedicated to excellence.

Not yet 30-years-old, he says he began his career with an eye to the future and never contemplated settling for second best, always happy to show others how it can be done.

“I think what got me into building was when I was young, I’d see a frame go up and later go past to see the finished house and I always wondered who and what went into it,” Mr Saaoud says.

“I was fascinated by how they could go from nothing to something.”

Once the seed was planted, Mr Saaoud worked hard to complete his qualifications in two years and at age 20 got a job with a builder who had an eye for quality and competence.

By 21 he was already supervising projects and discovered a passion for client satisfaction that equalled his drive for quality construction.

“I always challenged myself and never just stuck to doing the task as quickly as possible,” he says.

“I was always challenging myself to think how I could do better work or be more productive.”

It wasn’t just his own work he was watching at the time, and his attention to other tradesmen doing quality work helped him know who to contact when the time came to start his own company.

The team he works with is almost exclusively small businesses with as much focus on client satisfaction as on high-end work.

“I don’t care how good their work is if they don’t get back to the client when there’s a problem,” Mr Saaoud says.

“I’m very involved in the project and I’ve got good guys around me.

“I don’t think I’ve changed anyone I work with for the past three or four years and I’m proud to say the people I work with tell me I’m the best builder they have ever worked with.

“If they have a question I don’t just tell them to refer back to the plan or the architect, I co-ordinate it myself.”

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master builder of the year Leone Constructions

PROJECT Gathering House CONTACT John Leone PHONE 0417 526 895 WEBSITE leoneconstructions.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Tim Kaye

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his unique project originated with the demolition of an existing residence and clearing all site vegetation. The new construction began with a basement, then two subsequent floors above. The basement includes a five-car garage with turntable, storage room, services room, bathroom and large functional space or multipurpose room. The ground floor was expertly designed for entertaining, with a large open-plan sitting, lounging, dining and kitchen area. All four bedrooms are located on the first floor, including three kids bedrooms, each with their own wardrobe and private ensuite. The master suite is separated towards the front of the floor, also consisting of a designated walkin wardrobe and ensuite with double vanity and bath.

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Regional Builder of the Year BCM Homes

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CM, led by director David Moyle, is a locally owned and managed building company based in Ballarat. Its impressive portfolio includes overseeing the construction of hundreds of residential and commercial projects across Ballarat and provincial Victoria. The quality of construction on Horizon House is unparalleled, reflecting the commitment to excellence and attention to detail that was a driving force behind the entire project. One of the standout features of the build was the complex structural design, which required a high degree of precision and skill to achieve the desired outcome. From the complex structural design to the designer finishes and architectural features, every aspect of the build reflects the highest standards of craftsmanship and attention to detail.

PROJECT Horizon Wye River CONTACT David Moyle PHONE 0417 160 078 WEBSITE ballaratcm.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Josh Driscoll, Josh Driscoll Creative Anastasia Nixon, Anastasia Nixon Photography

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young builder of the year Nathan Roberts

athan Roberts started working in the industry as a building surveyor at Bayside City Council. He soon realised he wanted to build and obtained a Diploma of Building and Construction from RMIT in 2012. After this he worked for Englehart Homes, JG King, Ausco and Ironside. He then established his own building firm, Helico, in 2019 with his brother, who is a carpenter.

Nathan has 10 years work experience in the industry during which time has been an estimator, site supervisor and structures foreman on many individual homes and several high-rise apartment towers.

Since establishing Helico, he has built up his business which currently has an annual turnover of $8m and nine employees including site managers, carpenters and apprentices. Presently he is working on a $3.5m development on the Mornington Peninsula.

In the future Nathan would like to undertake his own developments but for now he focuses on architecturally designed homes, renovations and extensions. He has built his business on four pillars: quality, safety, sustainability and environmental.

Nathan is a well accomplished, polite, wellspoken and confident young professional builder who has created a team around himself with similar work ethics and building culture.

He prides himself with the level of detail and quality of finish for each and every project. He drives his staff to have a similar culture towards quality. He doesn’t want to grow his business too much but would rather focus his efforts on providing excellent client services and producing quality builds.

He is a firm supporter of MBV and has expressed interest in the Housing Committee and potentially mentoring other rising young builders.

Nathan is commended by the judges as the 2023 Residential Young Builder of the Year.

Best Renovation/ Addition Under $300,000 NBuilt Pty Ltd

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ere NBuilt worked tirelessly alongside their clients on their dream apartment renovation. The company workshopped ideas on how to make it an openplan space and update the home throughout into a light, bright and open area, with plenty of storage and spaces that could be closed off to achieve a sleek minimalist design aesthetic that allows the celebration of their art collection.

NBuilt worked with the cabinet-maker, electricians and plumbers to ensure they could achieve their stove and sinks in the island bench and overcame construction issues to achieve this.

PROJECT Rose Street CONTACT Nadia Warren PHONE 0423 408 318 WEBSITE nbuilt.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Jade Cantwell

Best Renovation/ Addition $300,000$500,000 Bearwood Building and Construction

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his stunning two-storey home has been beautifully refurbished from top to bottom. The interior has been completely transformed, with new electrical and plumbing systems installed throughout. The property has also been fully insulated and plastered and now boasts new double-glazed windows by Rylock.

Inside, there is a new kitchen, laundry, two bathrooms and an ensuite. The exterior features new awning/canopies at the entry points and a fabulous rooftop terrace with a James Hardie privacy screen and glass balustrade. The home’s high-end finish is evident, and the carefully selected colours and tones combine to create an elegant and sophisticated aesthetic.

PROJECT Barkers Road CONTACT Sam Mazzoletti PHONE 0408 660 454 WEBSITE bearwoodbuilding.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Maddison Gay, Now U C Digital

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Best Renovation/ Addition $300,000$500,000 Eltcon

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his one is a wild story; someone else had been engaged to undertake the renovation and extension of this home. Unfortunately for the clients, this builder went into liquidation. After meeting the clients, Eltcon knew they had to help. The existing house was a quintessential weatherboard home with a recent extension to the rear of the home going outwards and upwards. The scope included the demolition of a shed, new internal finishes throughout the kitchen and bathrooms, new floors, new electrical fit-out, plaster finishes, installation of steel and aluminium windows, landscaping and an additional ensuite.

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Best Renovation/ Addition $500,000$750,000 Eltcon

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his project was designed to renovate and extend an existing home. The house was transformed both inside and out, and unused space was claimed to extend the footprint of the building and extend the internal living space, complete with luxury finishing and dramatic lighting. The ground floor received a new entry foyer that opens into a dramatic light box, housing a steel and blackbutt staircase and flooring. The downstairs bedroom also received more space with the addition of an ensuite, and a laundry and utility room were relocated from an awkward space previously upstairs, along with a powder room and water closet.

PROJECT A’Beckett CONTACT Kyle Templeton PHONE 0431 902 674 WEBSITE eltcon.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Sophie De Wit, Sinden Creative

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Best Renovation/ Addition $500,000$750,000 Insite Design and Construction Pty Ltd

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he existing Victorian dwelling (circa 1890) had already seen an extensive Art Deco renovation in 1938 and it was the echo of these curves and features that called to clients who purchased the property in 2017. Eventually, the original home was rearranged to create a grand master suite complete with ensuite and the existing kitchen transformed into a library/sitting room. The remaining three bedrooms and main bathroom remained untouched, however the patchwork of hoop and cypress pine floorboards throughout the hallway, entry and library were replaced with solid blackbutt floorboards to match those used in the extension.

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PROJECT Wattle Street Residence CONTACT Crystal Douglas PHONE 0408 743 790 WEBSITE insitedc.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Tim Loft, Loft Image

Best Renovation/ Addition $750,000-$1M Jardon Group Pty Ltd

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he client’s brief for this project was to update and redesign the interiors in the existing building, and provide much needed garage space. They requested a new bedroom suite and a north-facing roof terrace – all within a contemporary, well-detailed “black box” infill addition. Jardon Group was engaged to convert this old Hat Factory into a high-end three-bedroom residence, with a spectacular view. The building included internal refurbishment of the existing residence and an extension to house the new garage, bedroom and new rooftop entertainment area. The external cladding was constructed using solid steel sheet, providing an industrial look that complemented the 1800s Hat Factory brick building, bringing a subtle modernness to the heavily heritage overlaid building hidden within the bluestone laneways of Carlton.

PROJECT The Hat Factory CONTACT Brian Donovan PHONE 0427 428 771 WEBSITE jardongroup.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Peter Clarke, Peter Clarke Photography

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Best Renovation/ Addition Over $1M Coben Building Pty Ltd

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his project involved a substantial demolition of part of the existing house and an additional separate dwelling. The diversion of an existing stormwater easement was necessary to make way for a large basement excavation. The basement was designed in close proximity to the existing bluestone footings of the 150-year-old Victorian-era home and Coben Building worked closely with the engineers to design a retention solution that maximised the basement spaces whilst preventing the undermining of existing bluestone footings. A matching heritage-style extension was added.

The new addition is anchored to the site by what the architect described as “The Big Gorilla” – an off-form curved stair and lift core that rises through all three floors with 300mm thick off-white concrete.

PROJECT Bayside House CONTACT Ben Weber PHONE 0402 842 975 WEBSITE coben.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Sharyn Cairns, Sharyn Cairns Photography

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Best Renovation/ Addition Over $1M Visioneer

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his house was originally built in the late 19th century and then significantly altered in the 1990s. Robert Simeoni Architects were keen to reuse as much of the existing structure as possible whilst creating a renewed purpose to the overall sense of space, and the house as a whole. Two late Victorian houses have been combined into an elegant family home for a couple with adult children. Integrating the best of the past with the present, there’s a magical journey through the spaces, accented with soft lighting that animates both clients’ collections of family portraits, furniture and sculptures.

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PROJECT Hawthorn Residence CONTACT James Gooley PHONE 0400 871 405 WEBSITE visioneer.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Derek Swalwell, Loft Production

Best Display Home $250,000$300,000 Carlisle Homes

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his heavenly display home is overflowing with designer appeal while having a laser focus on practicality for the modern family. Located in Clyde North, this home design is the latest edition to Carlisle’s EasyLiving Series; a budget-friendly range, designed to meet the needs of first homebuyers, young families, and investors. The Glenbrook 27 is a fourbedroom, two-bathroom home that perfects the balance between work, rest and play. The central living area comprising the kitchen, meals zone and living area flows on to the alfresco; ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining.

PROJECT Glenbrook 27 Meridian CONTACT Sarah O’Neill PHONE 0413 865 525 WEBSITE carlislehomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Urban Angles

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Best Display Home $300,000$350,000 Arden Homes

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n this charming display concept, the scope of work was to design and construct a singlestorey, four-bedroom display home to suit a 14m x 28m block. The design of this space reflects Arden’s philosophy to provide homes for buyers wanting to step up to a new level in design, inclusions and value. A prime consideration was to maximise the solar aspect of the block and ensure an abundance of natural light into the home. This home is all-electric, 100 per cent carbon neutral and 7-star energy rated. Here, Arden balances ease of construction with cost effectiveness, while providing an exceptional design outcome.

PROJECT Rockwell 23 CONTACT Shannen Young PHONE 0422 514 404 WEBSITE ardenhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Michael Downes, UA Creative

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Best Display Home $350,000$500,000 SJD Homes

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xcitingly bold, the Patterson 280 is a home that subtly captures the prestige of modern design, while remaining functional for the typical family. Smooth transitions blend indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces, with several luscious living zones, workspaces and private sanctuaries. The simplistic and precise styling of the Patterson 280 opens up through the central kitchen, dining, family and outdoor living area, which has been perfectly designed for entertaining. Large windows elevate the space, filling the home with bright natural light. Clean, high-quality finishes are the heart of this home, where opulence meets true functionality.

PROJECT Patterson 280 CONTACT Madison Debnam PHONE 0400 480 944 WEBSITE sjdhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Leonie Grbic, Exseption Studio

Best Display Home $350,000$500,000 Mimosa Homes

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he Goldfield 277 is a clever design that accommodates the whole family with large open living areas and spacious bedrooms that are perfect for the family to retreat in. The large open-floor plan of the Goldfield 277 features a large practical kitchen with full island benchtop, met with a meals and family area to create a comfortable shared space. Comprising four bedrooms, including a private master with a generous double vanity ensuite and large walk-in wardrobe, large alfresco that is connected to the main living area, second living area and walk-in pantry, this is the perfect home for everyday family living.

PROJECT Goldfield 277 Armstrong Estate CONTACT Peter Holt PHONE 0438 601 885 WEBSITE mimosahomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Mimosa Homes

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Best Display Home $500,000$750,000 Arden Homes

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he appeal of this Arden Homes’ gem may be obvious at first glance, but you soon realise that elegance also lies in the detail. The living area spreads out to a generous sun court, which doubles as an additional outdoor lounge area. It’s the ideal setting for a coffee in the sun or dinner on a summer night. Once the seasons begin to cool, you can shuffle inside to join the kids in the snug home theatre. Unwind, play or party as the moment dictates.

Life will never be the same again in this strikingly modern home that utilises every centimetre of space for style and luxury.

PROJECT Milan 29 CONTACT Shannen Young PHONE 0422 514 404 WEBSITE ardenhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Michael Downes, UA Creative

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Best Display Home $750,000-$1M Virtue Homes

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hen designing and planning The Olivia, Virtue Homes aimed to express their precise expertise, experience and quality in the custom-home market by constructing a large two-storey showcase home. The focus shone on building a high-end family home with a grand master bedroom, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, and a second bedroom with a fully fitted ensuite and walk-in robe. They also showed their excellence with an innovative kitchen, butler’s pantry and connecting laundry. The design brief was for a minimalist vibe for easy living, entertaining and relaxing sanctuaries.

PROJECT The Olivia CONTACT Nerida Hamlton PHONE 0458 888 070 WEBSITE virtuehomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

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Best Display Home $750,000 - $1M Arden Homes

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his is first and foremost a liveable and joyful home. It carefully combines intelligent design with architectural sophistication to offer the best of all worlds. The showcase kitchen seamlessly flows into the living and dining space, and opens out into the all-season outdoor entertaining areas. Upstairs there are three ensuite bedrooms and a main bedroom that almost feels like a separate apartment – making it the perfect retreat for parents. The activity room upstairs, and a separate study and lounge downstairs, offer more ways for family members to do their own thing. It’s a home designed for the years to come, giving families the space to grow and live together as they choose.

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PROJECT Positano 45 CONTACT Shannen Young PHONE 0422 514 404 WEBSITE ardenhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Michael Downes, UA Creative

Best Display Home Over $1M Englehart Homes

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a Maison, Englehart Homes’ newest residence, represents the ultimate in European villa-style living. With this sensational design, Englehart Homes has created the ideal family residence for entertaining, relaxing and just living life to its fullest. La Maison presents residents with an environment of unparalleled luxury and innovation, with each component of the home meticulously finished and thoughtfully chosen. Each of this designer home’s spaces open seamlessly into purpose-designed rooms, effortlessly catering for a modern family’s complex daily needs. The home embodies a thoughtful vision of everyday life’s many possibilities, providing residents with a gorgeous family sanctuary.

PROJECT La Maison CONTACT Julia Reece PHONE 0431 227 966 WEBSITE engleharthomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER DPI Photography

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Best Custom Home Under $300,000 L.V.D Group Pty Ltd

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he Vintage showcases one of L.V.D Group’s award-winning floor plans that was custom-modified to suit their client’s creative and specific requirements. This custom modification focused heavily on open-plan living, which was achieved through designing the living room, meals and kitchen to be all adjacent to each other. Additionally, this 23-square home includes a separate retreat space, a large alfresco and a double car garage, as well as a walk-in pantry which is a beautiful extension to the chic kitchen.

The facade was also custom designed with full input from the clients, focusing on Australian products and design features with a modern twist.

PROJECT The Vintage CONTACT Daniella Lagana PHONE 1800 583 476 WEBSITE lvdgroup.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Capture By Tobias

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Best Custom Home $300,000$400,000 L.V.D Group Pty Ltd

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rom the infancy stages of the project, the client needed L.V.D Group to design and build a home for entertaining guests. The Providence provides a mixture of open-plan living for entertaining purposes and private areas for winding down and relaxation.

The kitchen interior is timeless in the colours and materials chosen and provides an abundance of bench space, while the butler’s pantry forms an integral part of the kitchen, hosting an additional sink, dishwasher, extra shelving and storage space. Additional features of this family home include a fully carpeted theatre room, private retreat on the first floor and an alfresco equipped with a kitchenette.

PROJECT The Providence CONTACT Daniella Lagana PHONE 1800 583 476 WEBSITE lvdgroup.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Capture By Tobias

Best Custom Home $400,000$500,000 Superior Living Homes

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aying close attention to the client’s requirements with immaculately careful planning and execution, Superior Living Homes ensured that the final product met the true needs of this happy homeowner. The project involved creating a three-bedroom, twobathroom design for a downsizing client. The design and overall style of the home is modern contemporary, with ample natural light achieved throughout the home. The client was specifically interested in aspects of sustainable living and wanted the home to incorporate some energyefficient features, including insulation, double glazing, solar hot water, natural ventilation, highefficiency appliances and LED lighting.

PROJECT Jubilee Road CONTACT Anthony Murphy PHONE 0427 416 378 WEBSITE superiorlivinghomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Chad Muller, Captured Space

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Best Custom Home $500,000$600,000 Hudson Ridge Builders

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he Bismarck Residence welcomes all into an expansive ranch-style design, using a mixture of interior and exterior features including brickwork, spotted-gum, large exposed beams with engineered steel plates, wide eaves and double-gable Colorbond roof to the front facade. The clients briefed in a traditional, sprawling home without the need for split levels.

The home is complete with a double-car garage, four bedrooms, three bathrooms and kitchen with a full pantry. They also created a study nook, rumpus room for the children and a central living space that leads out to alfresco – divided by a double-sided fireplace.

PROJECT Bismark Residence CONTACT Darren Fraser PHONE 0458 002 269 WEBSITE hudsonridge.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Donna Fraser Photography

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Best Custom Home $600,000$800,000 Roseleigh Homes

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howcasing a truly contemporary design and construction, this light-filled home was carefully curated to maximise space for family living, given the 333sq m block upon which it sits. The main living areas have been located on the first floor so as to capture tree-top views to the local Civic Park. The three-bedroom home comprises a light-filled open-plan kitchen, with oversized island bench, dining highlighted by feature skylights above and elegant living area which provides a sophisticated feel. Features of the home include unique and artfully curved walls to the entry, dual curved walls in the master bedroom and ensuite shower recess, and a curved ceiling to the first floor.

PROJECT Kent Street CONTACT Brad Chugg PHONE 0417 278 560 WEBSITE roseleighhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Jonathan Tabensky, JT Photo

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Best Custom Home $600,000$800,000 Renovation One

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hat makes this beauty in Tregunter St, Ascot Vale an absolute standout is the stunning soft grey palette with its playful combination of textures. These articulations carry seamlessly inside through workmanship, materials and design. This is truly a duplex with a difference. What was once a derelict residence is now a delightfully fresh new home in an eclectic street, with a mix of interesting architectural styles. In every corner of this space is artful workmanship, carefully considered and delivered in a way that maximises space and capitalises on the northern sun. The glittering plunge pool capitalises on a smaller section of external space by cleverly being tucked under the main house raft slab.

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Best Custom Home $800,000$1 Million Helico Constructions Pty Ltd

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elico Constructions closely curated all facets of this project, from demolition of a solid masonry cottage to landscaping, as well as assisting the client with value management to achieve desired budget. The quality of the construction is evident in every detail, from the precision of the joinery to the exquisite marble tiling, as well as in the quality of the polished concrete screed, which includes expansion joints to prevent cracking. This contemporary two-storey residence now features three-bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms and multiple dining areas. The expansive main openplan living room now flows beautifully out to an outdoor dining, which overlooks a glittering pool.

PROJECT Brighton Residence CONTACT Nathan Roberts PHONE 0403 279 059 WEBSITE helico.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Odd Creative

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Best Custom Home $1M-$2M Latitude 37

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he clients’ passion for all things artistic led them to dream up an excellently unique concept for a home that not only showcases their style but also becomes a piece of art itself. The block shape was skilfully reflected with angled and curved walls, resulting in a modern masterpiece that contains very few right angles. An elevated living area and master bedroom on the first floor makes this home designed to maximise the leafy outlook. The external facade embodies robust raw materials such as concrete-look render and fibre concrete cement panels, creating a striking contrast against the lush greenery.

PROJECT Knox Street CONTACT Kaz Sedgwick PHONE 0447 484 056 WEBSITE l37.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Steven English, Shine Photography

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Best Custom Home $1M-$2M Concept Build

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he artful Concept Build was tasked with building a throwback Palm Springsinspired home, that centred around an outdoor entertainment space.

The building was to act as a blank canvas for the client to showcase ever-changing artwork and styling that wouldn’t date. A minimalistic approach included the grey-look concrete render floors, white acrylic render and large panels of glazing. Home automation was an important facet as the client wanted a house they could control off site, such as the Miele ovens, hydronic floors and front pedestrian gate.

PROJECT New Street CONTACT Matt Murison PHONE 0431 448 018 WEBSITE conceptbuild.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Jack Lovel, JL Photography

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Best Custom Home $2M-$4M Swell Building Group

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ast in scale and timeless in character, this artfully modern residence has an abundance of colour, texture and luxurious finishes. It’s privately set among 100 acres with northerly bay views, this faultless residence has been crafted and designed without compromise, with each light-filled space of this divine home a testament to impeccable planning. Unwind in the large open plan living and dining space equipped with a large open wood fireplace or open up the large sliding doors to the grassed courtyard that is poolside, or retreat to one of the four well-appointed bedrooms, and enjoy a lifestyle that many only dream of.

PROJECT Wallaces Road CONTACT Camila Casey PHONE 0419 587 078 WEBSITE swellbuildinggroup.com PHOTOGRAPHER Jack Productions

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Best Custom Home Over $4M Leone Constructions

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his unique project originated with the demolition of an existing residence and clearing all site vegetation. The new construction began with a basement, then two subsequent floors above. The basement includes a five-car garage with turntable, storage room, services room, bathroom and large functional space or multipurpose room. The ground floor was expertly designed for entertaining, with a large open-plan sitting, lounging, dining and kitchen area. All four bedrooms are located on the first floor, including three kids bedrooms, each with their own wardrobe and private ensuite. The master suite is separated towards the front of the floor, also consisting of a designated walk-in wardrobe and ensuite with double vanity and bath.

PROJECT Gathering House CONTACT John Leone PHONE 0417 526 895 WEBSITE leoneconstructions.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Tim Kaye

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he Nepean Duplex promises spacious, contemporary residences of exceptional modern design, creating a feeling of space and tranquillity throughout light-filled living areas. Designed by awardwinning Tom Robertson Architects, these refined homes’ impressive dimensions are matched by timeless interiors with seamless connections to the outdoor spaces. A contemporary facade of sustainable modern bricks and vertical timber battening combine to instil the homes with a strong sense of identity and provide a sense of calm and privacy. Inside, innovative spatial planning creates a seamless flow across two floors of flexible space adaptable to modern-day living, while soaring ceilings and walls of glass invite an abundance of natural light.

PROJECT The Nepean Duplex CONTACT Mitchell Stevens PHONE 0400 986 701 WEBSITE histyle.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Kay & Burton

Best Multi Unit Development – 4 to 12 units Brompton Construction Pty Ltd

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rompton excels in master bedrooms that are a private sanctuary, with pitched ceilings up to 4.4m and an abundance of dappled light streaming through the floor to ceiling windows. The charred timber pattern from the balcony extends inside to the master bedroom as a 2-pac grooved wall with pivot doors that entirely conceal the ensuite and walk-in robe. The foundation of the kitchens are designed around symmetry. The kitchen creates a spectacular focal point, with a stunning backdrop to the cooking experience. The downdraft extractor fans eliminate the need for overhead cupboards, which allows for a unique full-height stone splashback.

PROJECT Avenue CONTACT Laine Garvey PHONE 0419 227 619 WEBSITE brompton.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Sophie Sideris Hortenzia

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Best Multi Unit Development – 4 to 12 units Visioneer

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riginally this highly coveted land consisted of an individual house, however the scope of works involved the demolition of the dwelling and the construction of four levels, plus basement, resulting in a multi-unit apartment building of 12 luxury apartments in Toorak. The development houses a secure basement garage, two apartments on the ground floor, four apartments on level one, four apartments on level two and two penthouses on level three. Occupying similar proportions as a small house, each apartment has the unique features of a traditional house, delivered in the context of a high-end modern apartment, complemented by nature.

PROJECT Heyington CONTACT James Gooley PHONE 0400 871 405 WEBSITE visioneer.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Timothy Kaye, Timothy Kaye Photography

Best Multi Unit Development – Over 12 units Brompton Construction Pty Ltd

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esigned by celebrated Melbourne architect Travis Walton, Awaken takes a contemporary and restrained approach to luxury bayside living. Comprising locally sourced European-style brickwork and contrasting electrobronze metal detailing, the refined architectural composition draws focus to the verdant landscape, combining natives and evergreen plants to create softness and seasonal change.

The project features 13 bespoke apartments including a single basement and two luxury penthouses built over 60 weeks. The creative interiors at Awaken were planned with generous proportions, affording openness and flexibility for contemporary living.

PROJECT Awaken CONTACT Laine Garvey PHONE 0419 227 619 WEBSITE brompton.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Hortenzia

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Best Multi Unit Development – Over 12 units Lowe Living

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nspired by the unique nature of the lifestyledriven site, Lowe Living sought to deliver a modernist approach to the design to emulate a relaxed coastal lifestyle that presents itself at Topaz Parkdale. Blending perfectly into its surroundings, Topaz is located a short stroll from Parkdale Village and amenities, combining exquisite design with private outdoor spaces just 30 minutes from the CBD and 20 minutes from the Mornington Peninsula. Topaz is named after the concept that “rays of light reflect the brilliance and clarity of a topaz gem”, so too the beauty of this seaside haven is captured in a rare collection of premium residences.

Anthony Larne builds high end custom projects, his knowledge, passion and dedication to the building industry is represented in the quality of his work.

The team at Anthony Larne Constructions guide their clients through every detail of the project, from their design aspirations right through to the moment they hand over the key.

Every intricate detail is accomplished through continuous communication and skilful execution. Hence why, Anthony Larne Constructions is recognised as one of Melbourne’s most reputable builders.

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PROJECT Topaz Parkdale CONTACT Tim Lowe PHONE 0422 196 002 WEBSITE loweliving.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Kulesza

Best Kitchen Under $40,000 Insite Design and Construction

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his brilliant extension was designed to offer an open-plan modern living zone and needed to include a showpiece yet functional kitchen as well as a full-service butler’s pantry. The scope of works completed by Insite Design + Construction included the design and installation of all joinery, this involved the island design and steel elements of the island, with only the stone installation being outsourced to a stone mason. All wall claddings, joinery, hardware and custom steel glazed doors and pivot doors were assembled by Insite. The company worked diligently with multiple suppliers, and sourced unique and bespoke materials and components to suit the project’s needs.

PROJECT Wattle Street CONTACT Crystal Douglas PHONE 0408 743 790 WEBSITE insitedc.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Tim Loft, Loft Image

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Best Kitchen Over $40,000 Swell Building Group

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n this beautiful kitchen there’s an abundance of colour, texture and luxurious finishes that promise to last a lifetime. Privately set among 100 acres with northerly bay views, Dromana Farmhouse has been crafted and designed without compromise, with each light filled space a testament to impeccable planning. Unwind in the large open-plan living and dining space, equipped with an exceptionally large, open wood fireplace, or open up the large sliding doors to the grassed poolside courtyard, or retreat to one of the wellappointed bedrooms and enjoy a lifestyle that many only dream of.

PROJECT Dromana Farmhouse CONTACT Camila Casey PHONE 0419 587 078 WEBSITE swellbuildinggroup.com PHOTOGRAPHER Jack Productions

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Best Kitchen in a Display Home Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

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he scope of work for this high-end kitchen project involved Virtue Homes’ expertise, experience and quality in the luxury home market. The focus was on creating a space that would be perfect for large family living and entertaining, with a minimalist vibe and high-end finishes throughout. The centrepiece of the kitchen is the island bench cooktop, which features a state-of-the-art electric rising downdraft extractor range hood. The cabinetry has been designed to maximise both storage and functionality, with luxury items such as Caesarstone benchtops, splashbacks, and fully integrated refrigerator and dishwasher.

PROJECT The Olivia CONTACT Nerida Hamilton PHONE 0458 888 070 WEBSITE virtuehomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons Open2View Photography Gippsland

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Best Bathroom Under $30,000 Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd

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his ambitious project involved a complete renovation of an established apartment and was charged to modernise the space to provide greater utility for the people who live here. There was a strong brief for longevity. Baypoint Project’s selection of fixtures, fittings and materials reflect a high-quality standard. Thoughtful touches like heated towel rails add to the overall liveability and comfort of this premium bathroom. Bespoke joinery units, manufactured locally, add to the overall quality of the spaces. The people living in the space are incredibly happy with the finished look and feel of their bathroom sanctuary.

PROJECT Chapel Street CONTACT Peter Imperatori PHONE 0413 057 734 WEBSITE baypointprojects.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Suzi Appel, Suzi Appel Photography

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Best Bathroom Under $30,000 Progressive Bathroom Renovations PROJECT Marlborough Road

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his bathroom renovation is a true example of a family space that’s been given a new lease on life. The brief was concise; matt finishes with a spacious and open plan. The contrast between the white subway and terrazzo tiles has created depth to a classic palette, while the brushed-brass fixtures add a subtle, soft and modern element to the space. A large, full shelf runs under the arch mirror, while the contemporary vanity and above basin complete the design layout.

A frameless shower incorporated with the bath maximises space to create an open, free-flowing, functional bathroom to enjoy for years to come.

CONTACT Nathan Delaney PHONE 0420 277 632 WEBSITE progressivebathroom renovations.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Burke Walton, Real Property Photography

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Best Bathroom Over $30,000 Singh Homes Pty Ltd

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he bathroom in this custom-built home has aimed for the height of luxury. It has floor-to-ceiling tiles, Melamine Polytec classic white sheen cabinetry with antique classic ring knob pewter and aluminium finish kickboard. Travertine marble counter vanity basins are complemented by crystal Stone Ambassador benchtops sitting below and polished edge mirror sitting above. A semiframeless shower screen with the addition of a freestanding bathtub and Phoenix Vivid Slimline wall bath outlet (in stylish, curved brushed gold) is complemented by Phoenix Radii single towel rail.

PROJECT Corrigans Run CONTACT Daman Anand PHONE 0434 407 493 WEBSITE singhhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Nick Cooper, Procurement101

Best Bathroom in a Display Home Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

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he Olivia ensuite project involved creating a grand, luxurious bathroom with a fivestar hotel feel. The focus was on creating space and luxury, with his and hers vanities and a feature pod-style, freestanding bath as the centrepiece of the design. The shower and toilet areas were cleverly concealed behind reeded glass walls, creating a sense of privacy while maintaining a minimalist aesthetic. To play on the natural light and create a bright, airy space, a large Velux skylight was installed above the bath, allowing ample light to filter through. The end result is a luxurious, spacious bathroom that exudes sophistication and a genuine elegance.

PROJECT The Olivia CONTACT Nerida Hamlton PHONE 0458 888 070 WEBSITE virtuehomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons Open2View Photography Gippsland

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Excellence in Health and Safety Mazzei

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ith this project, Mazzei demonstrated the implementation of a comprehensive Work Health and Safety Management System which forms an integral part of their Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Framework. The company’s full time WHS officer was tasked with implementing sound practices on all sites. Additionally, Mazzei’s ongoing engagement with Master Builders Victoria to independently (unannounced) spot audit a percentage of all sites per month. Work Health hand Safety is placed above all else and Mazzei are committed to ensuring everybody who comes to work returns home safely to their families.

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PROJECT Bateman CONTACT Daniel Mazzei PHONE 0456 946 840 WEBSITE mazzei.com.au/homes

Best Sustainable Home Under $1M Coy’s Constructions Pty Ltd

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he owners of the building prioritised energy efficiency and sustainability by incorporating the five Passive House principles into the design. These principles include airtightness, thermal insulation, mechanical ventilation heat recovery, high-performance windows and thermal bridge-free construction.

To ensure airtightness, the building envelope was carefully sealed to prevent unwanted air infiltration or exfiltration. The thermal insulation was also carefully selected to minimise heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer.

Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery was installed to maintain good indoor air quality while minimising energy loss. High-performance windows were used to reduce heat loss and minimise condensation. Finally, thermal bridgefree construction was implemented to ensure that there are no gaps or areas of high heat transfer in the building envelope.

PROJECT Kangaroo Ground Warrandyte Road CONTACT Thomas Coy PHONE 0433 312 605 WEBSITE coysconstructions.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Michael Bottomer, Life Through a Lens

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Best Sustainable Home Under $1M NBuilt Pty Ltd PROJECT Colorado Street

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his 7.3-star house was designed by Gruen Eco. The block faces north, so the house was set back on the block, with the living spaces facing forward, to maximise solar heat gain. The strategically planned eaves block the summer sun when it is high in the sky, yet let the winter sun in the cooler months when it is lower to the horizon.

The sun’s rays can then come in through the high-performance windows to heat the burnished slab. Then the ability to shade the windows and open up the house for cross ventilation can also keep temperatures cool.

CONTACT Nadia Warren PHONE 0423 408 318 WEBSITE nbuilt.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Jade Cantwell

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Best Sustainable Home Over $1M Ovens & King Builders

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his project was designed to reflect the clients’ passion for sustainability in construction, something that is part of their larger focus on environmental consciousness.

They have chosen to retire to Bright, choosing a north-facing block in a central area of town that allows them to live a comfortable retirement, engaging in the local community and setting an example of what can be achieved in terms of a sustainable lifestyle. The clients wanted to provide an example to others about how housing can be energy efficient without compromising design possibilities or the level of finish internally.

PROJECT Orchard Court Passiv Haus CONTACT Lachlan Gales PHONE 0428 573 904 WEBSITE ovensandking builders.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Richard Iskov, Little Brother Media

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Best Sustainable Home Over $1M Croft Wootton Construction Pty Ltd

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roft Wootton Construction has been an accredited Green Living Builder since 2006 and incorporates industry-best practices for sustainable solutions in all projects.

The company’s experience meant it was able to accommodate unexpected changes to the scope of works, delivering a home that sits at 18-20C without any additional heating or cooling, whilst quietly generating electricity that goes back on to the grid. The home is fully accessible from both the water and the land, even providing anyone with compromised ability full access to all levels of the house.

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PROJECT Helsal Point CONTACT Nick Wootton PHONE 0431 170 880 WEBSITE croftwootton.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Alison Hoelzer Photography

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Best Display Home Over $1M

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

3G Group Homes Pty Ltd

3G Group Homes Pty Ltd

Agushi Group

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The 3G House Stephen Goh 0413 946 383 3ghomes.com.au David Kulesza

Best Renovation/Addition $750,000-$1M

Align Concepts Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Victoria House Lachlan Mckenna 0413 990 675 alignconcepts.com.au Tatjana Plitt, Tatjana Plitt Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The 3G House Stephen Goh 0413 946 383 3ghomes.com.au Dave Kulesza

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Roberts House Bear Agushi 0414 880 157 agushi.com.au Derek Swalwell

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Best Multi Unit Development - Up to 3 units

Align Concepts Pty Ltd

Anthony Larne Constructions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Brunning House Lachlan Mckenna 0413 990 675 alignconcepts.com.au Tatjana Plitt, Tatjana Plitt Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Evan Street Anthony Larne 0433 528 546 alconstructions.com.au Luke Myers, Lamp Photography

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

APC Build

APC Build

APC Build

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Storey Avenue Lidia Scida 0422 172 890 apcbuild.com.au Tatjana Plitt, Tatjana Plitt Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Albert Park Project Lidia Scida 0422 172 890 apcbuild.com.au Damien Kook, Damien Kook Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Northcote Project Lidia Scida 0488 110 037 apcbuild.com.au Tatjana Plitt, Tatjana Plitt Photography

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Best Multi Unit Development – Over 12 units

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 units

ArcAbodes

Bluestar Living

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Albion Mews Mat Scanlon 0418 883 414 arcabodes.com.au Rob Hamer

Best Kitchen Over $40,000

Bluestar Living Project Contact Phone Website Photo

KAL022 Vicky Manjerovic 0400 370 526 bluestarliving.com.au Impress Photography

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Beachstone Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Banksia Maggie Kamvissis 0413 230 643 beachstonehomes.com.au Les Hams, realtywriters

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

KAL022 Vicky Manjerovic 0400 370 526 bluestarliving.com.au Impress Photography

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Blue Diamond Building and Construction Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Stewart Street Adrian Moran 0422 019 055 bluediamondbc.com Perfect Property Media

Best Renovation/Addition $300,000-$500,000

Bearwood Building and Construction Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Barkers Road Sam Mazzoletti 0408 660 454 bearwoodbuilding.com.au Maddison Gay, Now U C Digital

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Bluestar Living Project Contact Phone Website Photo

KAL022 Vicky Manjerovic 0400 370 526 bluestarliving.com.au Impress Photography

Best Custom Home $2M-$4M

BCM Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Horizon Wye River David Moyle 0417 160 078 ballaratcm.com.au Josh Driscoll, Josh Driscoll Creative & Anastasia Nixon, Anastasia Nixon Photography

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

Beta-Value Homes Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Argyle Project Giulia Berto 0419 693 591 betavaluehomes.com.au Daniela Fulford, Daniela Fulford Photography

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Bridgewood Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Cannon Street Display Ebony 0423 028 655 bridgewoodhomes.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studios

Best Multi Unit Development - Over 12 units

Best Multi Unit Development - Over 12 units

Brompton Construction Pty Ltd

Brompton Construction Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Carnegie SDA Laine Garvey 0419 227 619 brompton.com.au Sophie Sideris, Hortenzia

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Awaken Laine Garvey 0419 227 619 brompton.com.au Sophie Sideris, Hortenzia

Best Multi Unit Development - 4 to 12 units

Best Multi Unit Development - Over 12 units

Best Multi Unit Development - Over 12 units

Brompton Construction Pty Ltd

Better Living Group

Better Living Group

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Avenue Laine Garvey 0419 227 619 brompton.com.au Sophie Sideris, Hortenzia

Best Multi Unit Development - 4 to 12 units

Better Living Group Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Gertrude Street Silvio Mazzei 0404 827 552 betterlivinggroup.com.au Peter Bennetts Images

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Clingin Street Silvio Mazzei 0404 827 552 betterlivinggroup.com.au Media Strategy

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Nisbett Street Silvio Mazzei 0404 827 552 betterlivinggroup.com.au Media Strategy

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Best Kitchen Under $40,000

Bloom Projects Pty Ltd

Bloom Projects Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Armadale Hill House Emma Elliott 0412 655 602 bloomprojects.com.au Elisa Watson

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Armadale Hill House Emma Elliott 0412 655 602 bloomprojects.com.au Elisa Watson

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Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Bloom Projects Pty Ltd

Bloom Projects Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Armadale Hill House Emma Elliott 0412 655 602 bloomprojects.com.au Elisa Watson

Best Bathroom Over $30,000

Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Designer Photo

Hollyrood Street Hampton Peter Imperatori 0413 057 734 baypointprojects.com.au Frank Imperatori Baypoint Projects

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Elwood Residence Emma Elliott 0412 655 602 bloomprojects.com.au Lisa Cohen Photography

Best Renovation/Addition Under $300,000

Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Murphy Street Peter Imperatori 0413 057 734 baypointprojects.com.au Robin Payne, Jam Media Australia

Best Multi Unit Development – Over 12 units

Samssons Projects Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Waterloo Moura Kairouz 0421 822 776 samssons.com.au Emily Bartlett, Emily Bartlett Photography

Best Kitchen Over $40,000

Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Murphy Street Peter Imperatori 0413 057 734 baypointprojects.com.au Robin Payne, Jam Media Australia

Best Bathroom Over $30,000

Best Kitchen Over $40,000

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd

Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd

Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Munster Avenue Bathroom Peter Imperatori 0413 057 734 baypointprojects.com.au Suzi Appel, Suzi Appel Photography

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Flowerdale Peter Imperatori 0413 057 734 baypointprojects.com.au Suzi Appel, Suzi Appel Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Chapel Street Peter Imperatori 0413 057 734 baypointprojects.com.au Suzi Appel, Suzi Appel Photography

Best Bathroom Over $30,000

Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Munster Avenue Ensuite Peter Imperatori 0413 057 734 baypointprojects.com.au Suzi Appel, Suzi Appel Photography

Best Renovation/Addition Under $300,000

Baypoint Projects Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Munster Avenue Peter Imperatori 0413 057 734 baypointprojects.com.au Suzi Appel, Suzi Appel Photography

Best Kitchen Over $40,000

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Byde Constructions Pty Ltd

Byde Constructions Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Constance Nick Broadhead 0418 355 556 bydecon.com.au Tom Blachford

Best Renovation/Addition Under $300,000

Capital Building Contractors Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Toorak Road, Second Storey Extension Tiffanie 0498 999 390 capitalbuilding.com.au Paul West Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Dorrington Avenue Peter Broadhead 0418 355 556 bydecon.com.au Tess Kelly

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Byde Constructions Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Constance Street Nick Broadhead 0433 563 119 bydecon.com.au Tom Blachford

Best Renovation/Addition $300,000-$500,000

Capital Building Contractors Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Preston Second Storey Extension Tiffanie 0498 999 390 capitalbuilding.com.au Paul West Photography

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Arden Homes

Arden Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Rockwell 23 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Sedona 40 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

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Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Arden Homes

Arden Homes

Arden Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Verona 40 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Pavilion 33 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Positano 45 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

Best Display Home $750,000 - $1M

Best Sustainable Home Under $1M

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Arden Homes

Arden Homes

Arden Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Positano 45 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Verona 40 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Milan 29 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

Best Sustainable Home Under $1M

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Best Renovation/Addition $750,000-$1M

Arden Homes

Never Stop Group

Y Projects

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Milan 29 Shannen Young 0422 514 404 ardenhomes.com.au Michael Downes, UA Creative

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lorne Street Damien Collins 0418 777 366 neverstop.com.au Martina Gemmola

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Wattletree House Alistair Meallin 0421 108 764 yprojects.com.au Tatjana Plitt, Tatjana Plitt Photohgraphy

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Stroud Homes Melbourne Outer North East

Stroud Homes Melbourne Outer North East

Hudson Ridge Builders

Project Contact Phone Website

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

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Rusty Gate Graham Cairns 0431 683 016 stroudhomes.com.au/melbourneouter-north-east-builder Neisha Breen, Neisha Breen Photography

Lorikeet Graham Cairns 0431 683 016 stroudhomes.com.au/melbourneouter-north-east-builder Neisha Breen, Neisha Breen Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Bismark Residence Darren Fraser 0458 002 269 hudsonridge.com.au Donna Fraser Photography

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Bathroom in a Display Home

Best Bathroom in a Display Home

Hudson Ridge Builders

United Homes Australia Pty Ltd

United Homes Australia Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Bensch Residence Darren Fraser 0458 002 269 hudsonridge.com.au Donna Fraser Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Waverly Abhimanyu Kumar 0403 206 368 unitedhomesaustralia.com.au Ashish Parmar, PSM Productions

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

United Homes Australia Pty Ltd

United Homes Australia Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Waverly Abhimanyu Kumar 0403 206 368 unitedhomesaustralia.com.au Ashish Parmar, PSM Productions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Waverly Abhimanyu Kumar 0403 206 368 unitedhomesaustralia.com.au Ashish Parmar, PSM Productions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Waverly Ensuite Abhimanyu Kumar 0403 206 368 unitedhomesaustralia.com.au Ashish Parmar, PSM Productions

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 units

Ultra Project Services Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Templeton Street Alan Sturzaker 0427 004 538 ultraprojectservices.com.au Richard Iskov, Little Brother Media

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Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Hark Custom Builders Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Clematis Andrew Fuller 0418 125 180 harkbuilders.com.au Daniela Fulford

Best Renovation/Addition $300,000-$500,000

Latrobe Valley Building Services Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Cairnbrook Road Renee Brady 0434 266 239 lvbs.com.au Project Blue Digital Marketing

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

Latrobe Valley Building Services Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Jeeralang Andrew Brady 0434 266 239 lvbs.com.au Project Blue Digital Marketing

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Latrobe Valley Building Services Pty Ltd

Superior Living Homes

Superior Living Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Arapilies Drive Andrew Brady 0434 266 239 lvbs.com.au Project Blue Digital Marketing

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

Superior Living Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Baldock Street Anthony Murphy 0427 416 378 superiorlivinghomes.com.au Chad Muller, Captured Space

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Jubilee Road Anthony Murphy 0427 416 378 superiorlivinghomes.com.au Chad Muller, Captured Space

Best Multi Unit Development - Up to 3 units

Superior Living Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Chenery Steet Anthony Murphy 0427 416 378 superiorlivinghomes.com.au Simon Dallinger, Simon Dallinger Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Avondale Drive Anthony Murphy 0427 416 378 superiorlivinghomes.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Coben Building Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Bayside House Ben Weber 0402 842 975 coben.com.au Sharyn Cairns, Sharyn Cairns Photography

Best Renovation/Addition $750,000-$1M

Excellence in Health and Safety

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Jardon Group Pty Ltd

Mazzei

Lamaro Homes Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Hat Factory Brian Donovan 0427 428 771 jardongroup.com.au Peter Clarke, Peter Clark Photography,

Best Kitchen Under $40,000

Insite Design and Construction Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Wattle Street Crystal Douglas 0408 743 790 insitedc.com.au Tim Loft, of Loft Image

Project Contact Phone Website

Bateman Daniel Mazzei 0456 946 840 mazzei.com.au/homes

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Insite Design and Construction Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Wattle Street Residence Crystal Douglas 0408 743 790 insitedc.com.au Tim Loft, of Loft Image

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Smiths Beach House Christian Lamaro 0409 559 110 lamarohomes.com.au Chris Groenhout , Chris Groenhout Photography

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Impressive Homes and Developments Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Scenic Lauren Harrington 0411 087 467 impressie-homes.com.au Trif Visuals

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

Impressive Homes and Developments Pty Ltd

Impressive Homes and Developments Pty Ltd

L.V.D Group Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Clubpoint Lauren Harrington 0411 087 467 impressive-homes.com.au Trif Visuals

Campaspe Lauren Harrington 0411 087 467 impressive-homes.com.au Trif Visuals

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Malta Daniella Lagana 1800 583 476 lvdgroup.com.au L.V.D Group Pty Ltd

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Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

L.V.D Group Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Highlander Daniella Lagana 1800 583 476 lvdgroup.com.au L.V.D Group Pty Ltd

Best Renovation/Addition Under $300,000

L.V.D Group Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Huntington Daniella Lagana 1800 583 476 lvdgroup.com.au L.V.D Group Pty Ltd

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

L.V.D Group Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Providence Daniella Lagana 1800 583 476 lvdgroup.com.au Capture By Tobias

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

Best Kitchen Under $40,000

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

L.V.D Group Pty Ltd

Varcon Group

Varcon Group

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Vintage Daniella Lagana 1800 583 476 lvdgroup.com.au Capture By Tobias

Project Contact Phone Photo

Hazel Way Deniz Ahmet 0433 956 556 Sarah Louise, Sarah Louise Photography

Project Contact Phone Photo

Hazel Way Deniz Ahmet 0433 956 556 Sarah Louise, Sarah Louise Photography

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Best Bathroom Over $30,000

Best Custom Home $2M-$4M

Varcon Group

Swell Building Group

Swell Building Group

Project Contact Phone Photo

Hazel Way Deniz Ahmet 0433 956 556 Sarah Louise, Sarah Louise Photography

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Wallaces Road Master Bathroom Camila Casey 0419 587 078 swellbuildinggroup.com Jack Productions

Project Contact Phone Website Designer Photo

Wallaces Road Camila Casey 0419 587 078 swellbuildinggroup.com Jack Productions

Best Renovation/Addition $750,000-$1M

Best Kitchen Over $40,000

Best Custom Home Over $4M

Swell Building Group

Swell Building Group

Leone Constructions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Valetta Street Camila Casey 0419 587 078 swellbuildinggroup.com Jack Productions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Dromana Farmhouse Camila Casey 0419 587 078 swellbuildinggroup.com Jack Productions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Gathering House John Leone 0417 526 895 leoneconstructions.com.au Tim Kaye

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Long Island Homes

Long Island Homes

Saaoud Constructions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Sorrento 260 Michael Graham 0401 574 151 longislandhomes.com.au Kieran Yap, Alt Group

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Kayan 430 Michael Graham 0401 574 151 longislandhomes.com.au Kieran Yap, Alt Group

Project Contact Phone Photo

Second Avenue Residence Imran Saaoud 0432 493 297 Timothy Kaye

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Display Home Over $1M

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Renovation One

Marque Property Group

Marque Property Group

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Tregunter Street Sean Kiley 0413 569 283 renovationone.com.au Tess Kelly Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Patterson 63 Atiya Jeka 0457 795 409 marque.com.au Urban Angles

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Patterson 63 Brett Wilson-Leach 0457 795 409 marque.com.au Urban Angles

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Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Sherridon Homes

Sherridon Homes

Sherridon Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Monterey 41 Aurora Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Eden 25 Aurora Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lexington 27 Orana Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Sherridon Homes

Sherridon Homes

Sherridon Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Elmont 32 Smiths Lane Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Best Renovation/Addition Under $300,000

NBuilt Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Rose Street Nadia Warren 0423 408 318 nbuilt.com.au Jade Cantwell

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Merricks 24 Orana Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Huntington 47 Smiths Lane Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Best Sustainable Home Under $1M

Best Kitchen Under $40,000

NBuilt Pty Ltd

NBuilt Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Colorado Steet Nadia Warren 0423 408 318 nbuilt.com.au Jade Cantwell

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Colorado Steet Nadia Warren 0423 408 318 nbuilt.com.au Jade Cantwell

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Best Kitchen Over $40,000

Best Bathroom in a Display Home

NBuilt Pty Ltd

NBuilt Pty Ltd

Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Colorado Steet Nadia Warren 0423 408 318 nbuilt.com.au Jade Cantwell

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Rose Street Nadia Warren 0423 408 318 nbuilt.com.au Jade Cantwell

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Windsor Nerida Hamilton 0458 888 070 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home Over $1M

Best Display Home $750,000 - $1M

Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Kingston Nerida Hamlton 0458 888 070 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Windsor Nerida Hamlton 0458 888 070 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Olivia Nerida Hamlton 0458 888 070 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Best Bathroom in a Display Home

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

Virtue Homes Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Windsor Nerida Hamilton 0458 888 070 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Olivia Nerida Hamlton 0458 888 070 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Olivia Nerida Hamilton 0458 888 070 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

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Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Oceanic Design & Build Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Margarita Street Melinda Watson 0438 360 427 oceanicdb.com.au Luke Ray & Accomplice Media

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Oceanic Design & Build Pty Ltd

RoomFour Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Poath Road Richard Watson 0438 360 427 oceanicdb.com.au Luke Ray & Accomplice Media

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Coronation Project Peter Gurovski 0448 877 765 roomfour.com.au Reannon Smith & Sharyn Cairns

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Sustainable Home Under $1M

Coy’s Constructions Pty Ltd

Coy’s Constructions Pty Ltd

Coy’s Constructions Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Kangaroo Ground Warrandyte Road Clare Coy 0432 031 819 coysconstructions.com.au Michael Bottomer, Life Through A Lens

Project Contact Phone Website Designer Photo

Shady Grove Thomas Coy 0432 031 819 coysconstructions.com.au Tizia May, Tizia May Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Shady Grove Thomas Coy 0433 312 605 coysconstructions.com.au Tizia May, Tizia May Photography,

Best Sustainable Home Under $1M

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Best Kitchen Under $40,000

Coy’s Constructions Pty Ltd

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Kangaroo Ground Warrandyte Road Thomas Coy 0433 312 605 coysconstructions.com.au Michael Bottomer, Life Through A Lens

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Featherdale Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Molood Mudassar, Realty Photos Wyndham

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Featherdale Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Molood Mudassar, Realty Photos Wyndham

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Alloca Display Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Nick Cooper, Procurement101

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Featherdale Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Molood Mudassar, Realty Photos Wyndham

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Alister Grove Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Nalin Sharma, Preview Media

Best Display Home $250,000-$300,000

Best Bathroom Over $30,000

Best Kitchen Over $40,000

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

13 Alloca Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Nick Cooper, Procurement101

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Corrigans Run Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Nick Cooper, Procurement101

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Corrigans Run Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Nick Cooper, Procurement101

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Best Renovation/Addition $750,000-$1M

Singh Homes Pty Ltd

Samssons Projects

Melbourne Home Builders Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Corrigans Run Daman Anand 0434 407 493 singhhomes.com.au Nick Cooper, Procurement101

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

St James, Park View Penthouse Moura Kairouz 0421 822 776 samssons.com.au Emily Bartlett, Emily Bartlett Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Ormond House Wendy Wandaller 0414 371 237 melbournehomebuilders.net.au Adele Elisabeth

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ENTRANTS

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Best Custom Home $2M-$4M

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Prolifica Building Group Pty Ltd

Concept Build

Concept Build

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Northside House Karl Ammitzboll 0411 823 683 prolificabuilding.com Derek Swalwell Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Beltane Avenue Matt Murison 0431 448 018 conceptbuild.com.au Jack Lovel, JL Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Vautier Street Matt Murison 0431 448 018 conceptbuild.com.au Jack Lovel, JL Photography

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Display Home $750,000 - $1M

Concept Build

Pearl Construction Group

Carlisle Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

New Street Matt Murison 0431 448 018 conceptbuild.com.au Jack Lovel, JL Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Designer Photo

Ivanhoe Derwen Rozario 0452 641 878 pearlhomes.com.au Nick Cooper, Procurement 101

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Astoria Grand 54 Sarah O’Neill 0413 865 525 carlislehomes.com.au Urban Angles

Best Display Home $750,000 - $1M

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Best Display Home $750,000 - $1M

Carlisle Homes

Carlisle Homes

Carlisle Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Montpellier Grand 46 Sarah O’Neill 0413 865 525 carlislehomes.com.au Urban Angles

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Amberley 29 Sarah O’Neill 0413 865 525 carlislehomes.com.au Urban Angles

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Rothbury Grand Atrium 50 Sarah O’Neill 0413 865 525 carlislehomes.com.au Urban Angles

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Best Display Home $250,000-$300,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Carlisle Homes

Carlisle Homes

Carlisle Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Granada Grand Deluxe 46 Sarah O’Neill 0413 865 525 carlislehomes.com.au Urban Angles

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Glenbrook 27 Meridian Sarah O’Neill 0413 865 525 carlislehomes.com.au Urban Angles

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Sacramento 31 MK2 at Redstone Sarah O’Neill 0413 865 525 carlislehomes.com.au Urban Angles

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Carlisle Homes

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Illawarra Grand Deluxe 45 Sarah O’Neill 0413 865 525 carlislehomes.com.au Urban Angles

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Churchill 220 Everley Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Mandurah 287 Everley Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Mansfield 256 Peppercorn Hill Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Saba 331 Newhaven Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Mansfield 256 Newhaven Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

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ENTRANTS

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Stanley 248 Highlands Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Mornington 282 Highlands Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Leemore 221 Katalia Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Enfield 201 Katalia Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Saba 287 Smiths Lane Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Hamilton 223 Botania Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Stanley 248 Botania Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Balmoral 396 Peppercorn Hill Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Stanley 248 Meridian Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Mornington 282 Meridian Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Goldsmith 272 Atherstone Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Goldfield 277 Armstrong Estate Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Best Display Home $250,000-$300,000

Best Display Home $750,000 - $1M

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Johanna 240 Armstrong Estate Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Macedon 424 Armstrong Estate Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Saba 331 Armstrong Estate Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Best Display Home $250,000-$300,000

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Churchill 220 Armstrong Estate Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Saba 250 Austin Estate Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Mandurah 326 Austin Estate Peter Holt 0438 601 885 mimosahomes.com.au Mimosa Homes

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ENTRANTS

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home $2M-$4M

Three Eight Building Group

Roseleigh Homes

Hedger Constructions Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Madison Jai Fisher 0428 530 883 three8build.com.au Jimmy Logan, Jimmy’s Projects

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Kent Street Brad Chugg 0417 278 560 roseleighhomes.com.au Jonathan Tabensky, JT Photo

Best Multi Unit Development – Over 12 units

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 units

Lowe Living

HISTYLE

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Topaz Parkdale Tim Lowe 0422 196 002 loweliving.com.au Dave Kulesza

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Visioneer Project Contact Phone Website Photo

South Yarra Residence James Gooley 0400 871 405 visioneer.com.au Shannon McGrath, Shannon Mcgrath Pty Ltd & Timothy Kaye, Timothy Kaye Photography

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Nepean Duplex Mitchell Stevens 0400 986 701 histyle.com.au Kay & Burton

Best Multi Unit Development – 4 to 12 units

Visioneer Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Heyington James Gooley 0400 871 405 visioneer.com.au Timothy Kaye, Timothy Kaye Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Stefanetti Steven Hedger 0419 105 612 hedgerconstructions.com.au Paul West, Paul West Photography

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Visioneer Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Hawthorn Residence James Gooley 0400 871 405 visioneer.com.au Derek Swalwell, Loft Production Pty Ltd

Best Display Home $500,000-$750,000

Eight Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Maisa 4-45 Gen Fyansford Katerina Kostevski 0481 229 645 urbanedgehomes.com.au Michael Downes, Urban Angles

Best Renovation/Addition $300,000-$500,000

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Eltcon

Eltcon

Lonsdale Building Group

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

McKean Kyle Templeton 0431 902 674 eltcon.com.au Sinden Creative, Sophie De Wit

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 units

JNX Construct Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Barkly Robert Xerri 0418 352 261 jnxconstruct.com.au Sky Images Australia

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

A’Beckett Kyle Templeton 0431 902 674 Eltcon.com.au Sinden Creative, Sophie De Wit

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Secon Constructions

Gethsemane Garden Group Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Drake Street Belinda Goodwin 0403 187 841 seconconstructions.com.au Emily Bartlett Photography

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Gethsemane Garden Group Pty Ltd

Loxton Built Pty Ltd

The Blackburn ZION Sanctuary Stephen Goh 0413 946 383 3ghomes.com.au David Kulesza

Power Avenue Nick Lonsdale 0411 781 867 lonsdalebuildinggroup.com.au Jose Calix, Jose Calix Media, Lonsdale Building Group

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 units

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Florence Road James Ind 0422 318 817 loxtonbuilt.com.au Dylan James, Dylan James Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Blackburn ZION Sanctuary Stephen Goh 0413 946 383 3ghomes.com.au David Kulesza

Best Renovation/Addition $750,000-$1M

Loxton Built Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Bonny House James Ind 0422 318 817 loxtonbuilt.com.au Dylan James, Dylan James Photography

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ENTRANTS

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Sustainable Home Over $1M

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Loxton Built Pty Ltd

Croft Wootton Construction Pty Ltd

Mancini Made

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Andrew Haus James Ind 0422 318 817 loxtonbuilt.com.au Dylan James, Dylan James Photography

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Mancini Made Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Anderson Street Anthony Mancini 0413 467 870 mancinimade.com.au Timothy Kaye

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Helsal Point Nick Wootton 0431 170 880 croftwootton.com.au Alison Hoelzer Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Selbourne Street Anthony Mancini 0413 467 870 mancinimade.com.au Peter Clarke Photography

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 units

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

MK Building Group

Westmark Building Group Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Photo

Regent Magdalena Pozorska 0433 411 852 Michael Downes, Urban Angles

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lygon Street Tim West 0409 937 243 westmarkbg.com.au Tim West, Tim West Photography

Best Custom Home $2M-$4M

Best Renovation/Addition $750,000-$1M

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Larkin and Drought Homes Pty Ltd

Larkin and Drought Homes Pty Ltd

Latitude 37

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Terrace Drew Larkin 0409 543 439 ldhomes.com.au Carli Wilson Photography

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Hodgeson Street Craig 0409 543 439 ldhomes.com.au Carli Wilson Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Sorrento Kaz Sedgwick 0447 484 056 l37.com.au Alex Reinders, Alex Reinders Photography

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Best Bathroom Over $30,000

Latitude 37

Latitude 37

Progressive Bathroom Renovations

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Canterbury Kaz Sedgwick 0447 484 056 l37.com.au Steven English, Shine Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Carrum Kaz Sedgwick 0447 484 056 l37.com.au Alex Reinders, Alex Reinders Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Clancys Lane Nathan Delaney 0420 277 632 progressivebathroomrenovations.com.au Burke Walton, Real Property Photography

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Best Bathroom Over $30,000

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Progressive Bathroom Renovations

Progressive Bathroom Renovations

Progressive Bathroom Renovations

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Whitecliffe Drive Nathan Delaney 0420 277 632 progressivebathroomrenovations.com.au Burke Walton, Real Property Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Beckett Road Nathan Delaney 0420 277 632 progressivebathroomrenovations.com.au Burke Walton, Real Property Photography

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

WestUrban Construction Pty Ltd

WestUrban Construction Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Rue de la Cherryl Jean Ding 0413 549 488 westurban.com.au Jack Tseng Resh Australia Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lightwood Summit Jean Ding 0413 549 488 westurban.com.au Jack Tseng Resh Australia Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Marlborough Road Nathan Delaney 0420 277 632 progressivebathroomrenovations.com.au Burke Walton, Real Property Photography

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Edifice Construction Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Ponton Dugald Campbell 0409 935 378 Leon Schotts, Leon Schoots Photography

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ENTRANTS

Best Custom Home $2M-$4M

Englehart Homes Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

St Helens Julia 0431 227 966 engleharthomes.com.au DPI Photography

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 units

Englehart Homes Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Gordon Street Julia Reece 0413 190 102 engleharthomes.com.au DPI Photography

Best Display Home Over $1M

Englehart Homes Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

La Maison Julia Reece 0431 227 966 engleharthomes.com.au DPI Photography

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Best Bathroom in a Display Home

Best Bathroom in a Display Home

Enso Homes

Enso Homes

Enso Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Olsen Design Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, Bwrm Bellarine

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Olsen Design Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, Bwrm Bellarine

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lighthouse Design Ensuite Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, Bwrm Bellarine

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

Best Bathroom in a Display Home

Best Display Home $250,000-$300,000

Enso Homes

Enso Homes

Eight Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Designer Photo

Lighthouse Design Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, Bwrm Bellarine

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lighthouse Design Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, Bwrm Bellarine

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

s THREE Kaduna Park Katerina Kostevski 0481 229 645 8homes.com.au Michael Downes, Urban Angles

Best Bathroom Under $30,000

Best Kitchen Under $40,000

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

Urbanised Homes Australia Pty Ltd

Urbanised Homes Australia Pty Ltd

Urbanised Homes Australia Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Blackmore Mary Ilievski 0448 373 215 urbanised.com.au Yong Video Productions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Albert Mary Ilievski 0448 373 215 urbanised.com.au Ben Roberts

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Preston Mary Ilievski 0448 373 215 urbanised.com.au Yong Video Naksavath

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $300,000-$350,000

SJD Homes

SJD Homes

SJD Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Patterson 280 Madison Debnam 0400 480 944 sjdhomes.com.au Leonie Grbic, Exseption Studio

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Charleston 311 Madison Debnam 0400 480 944 sjdhomes.com.au Leonie Grbic, Exseption Studio

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

SJD Homes

SJD Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Holland 332 Madison Debnam 0400 480 944 sjdhomes.com.au Leonie Grbic, Exseption Studio

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Greenland Madison Debnam 0400 480 944 sjdhomes.com.au Samuel Dennis, Exseption Studio

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Botanic 254 Madison Debnam 0400 480 944 sjdhomes.com.au Leonie Grbic, Exseption Studio

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

SEMMbuild Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

McKinnon Damien Semmler 0409 054 534 semmbuild.com.au Steffen Pedersen, Little Viking Productions

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ENTRANTS

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

SEMMbuild Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Bentleigh Damien Semmler 0409 054 534 semmbuild.com.au Steffen Pedersen, Little Viking Productions

Best Renovation/Addition Under $300,000

EvoBuilt Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Mahony Robby Kruyer 0409 505 948 evobuilt.com.au Ryan Trif, Trif Visuals

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Todd Newman Builders Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Olympic Parade Kate Newman 0417 508 153 toddnewmanbuilders.com.au Leon Schoots Photography

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Best Kitchen Over $40,000

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

SEMMbuild

LLORCON

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Glen Iris Damien Semmler 0409 054 534 semmbuild.com.au Steffen Pedersen, Little Viking Productions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Linden House Oscar Mellor 0430 319 739 under construction Kate Shannasy

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Best Display Home Over $1M

Tenet Construction Group

Metricon

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Adelaide Villa Tom Hartlett 0423 391 818 tenetconstruction.com.au Timothy Kaye

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lumiere 70 Rachel Johnson 0409 029 262 metricon.com.au/display-homes/ melbourne/mount-waverley Kirralee Ashworth

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$750,000

Crisp Projects Pty Ltd

K2 Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Casa Victoria John Cartwright 0418 327 196 crispprojects.com.au Sharyn Cairns Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Beach Road Glenn Johnson 0419 018 284 k2homes.com.au Elise Scott, Elise Scott Photography

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Olsson Building Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Vista Valle Mark Olsson 0428 155 933 olssonbuilding.com.au Simon Carter, B2B Photography

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 units

Helico Constructions Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Tennyson & Turner Nathan Roberts 0403 279 059 helico.com.au Odd Creative

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Helico Constructions Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Brighton Residence Nathan Roberts 0403 279 059 helico.com.au Odd Creative

Best Sustainable Home Over $1M

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Display Home $250,000-$300,000

Ovens & King Builders

Joluca Homes Pty Ltd

Eight Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Orchard Court Passiv Haus Lachlan Gales 0428 573 904 ovensandkingbuilders.com.au Richard Iskov, Little Brother Media

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Griffiths Street Joe Sofra 0423 412 895 jolucahomes.com.au Timothy Kaye, timothykaye.com

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

s SIX.2 Aurora Katerina Kostevski 0481 229 645 8homes.com.au Michael Downes, Urban Angles

Best Display Home $250,000-$300,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Eight Homes

Eight Homes

Eight Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

s FOUR Coridale Katerina Kostevski 0481 229 645 8homes.com.au Michael Downes, Urban Angles

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

d SIX.1 Kaduna Park Katerina Kostevski 0481 229 645 8homes.com.au Michael Downes, Urban Angles

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

d TWO Aurora Katerina Kostevski 0481 229 645 8homes.com.au Micheal Downes, Urban Angles

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ENTRANTS

YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR

YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR

Kyle Templeton

Nathan Roberts

Eltcon

Helico Constructions Pty Ltd

YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR

YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR

YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR

Mitchell Garvey

Imran Saaoud

Nadia Warren

Brompton Construction

Saaoud Constructions

NBuilt

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ictorian owned and operated, Long Island Homes’ directors have more than 60 combined years of experience in construction and the delivery of outstanding new homes. Homes which have been designed to satisfy the needs of first-home buyers, second and third homeowners and investors.

When we started Long Island Homes we did so with a vision and a desire to design homes that really made a difference in people’s lives.

We are constantly looking at what clients are thinking about when choosing a place to call home. We always prefer to be seen as innovative, creating trends rather than following them. Houses that you could unplug from a display village and drop into any suburban area.

The Islander range of homes have been designed to offer a wonderful lifestyle for discerning buyers. Single and double-storey floor plans ranging from 26 squares to 53 squares,

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plus the flexibility of making changes to satisfy your individual lifestyle needs. Open plan, gourmet kitchens, indoor and outdoor entertaining, combined with spacious bedrooms and an abundance of storage space have all been carefully considered when designing the Islander range of homes. Innovative designs, excellent inclusions and competitive pricing makes a home from the Islander range a good choice.

Innovation is at the forefront of our designs, new home designs which are constantly updated to meet the needs of individuals and families alike. Land sizes have changed over the

past few years and our new home designs have remained ahead of the market in liveability in the residential owner-occupier space. Our primary customer used to be the more discerning second and third homebuyer, however, we are now also a leader in the affordable housing market, with a range of smaller single and double-storey homes.

In a shifting labour market it’s one of our greatest challenges to maintain a standard that not only meets all the regulatory requirements but lives up to our expectations of how a home should be finished. Using industry leaders, building correctly to Australian Standards, only

using great materials, adhering to quality control systems, evoking risk management strategies simply does not make up for caring. We have always strived to provide any owner the peace of mind that their wonderful new home will be in excellent shape for many years to come. Strict adherence to industry and Australian standards are mandatory, indeed we see ourselves as an early adopter of change that will assist in building better homes. Products that support our high standards for a premium quality finish to be delivered to our clients and recounted to us by the many people who walk through our display homes and remark on the workmanship we offer.

With so many questions being asked as to how families can save money on energy bills, Long Island Homes felt there was a need to offer better alternatives to the current six-star efficiency rating. In doing so we wanted to show how a serious combination of energy efficient elements can deliver, if carefully crafted and included in the new home design. We have been able to offer not only a considerable increase in the overall ambience of the home but offer energy savings. These savings may also be viewed as conservative if you then factor in ensuing tariff increases which will be a given over time. It’s important to note that each energy solution at this level is plan and house specific, however that’s something we pride ourselves on getting it right. Customising the solution by looking at how these items coupled with sensible brick-to-glass ratios applied to external walls will make our clients home a pleasant environment to live in for many years to come.

Attention to detail, due diligence and risk management, coupled with expert knowledge, allows us to develop products and strategies aimed at delivering our clients an exceptional quality home. Long Island will always aim to produce quality homes which our clients are proud to own.

Ultimately our aim is for all of our customers to enjoy building a Long Island Home.

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Regional Judges get to know our panel of industry experts

GEOFF FALK

Angelo Inguanti

Geoffrey is highly experienced as an Architect specialising in the master planning and design of major projects, urban spaces and large-scale public facilities.

He has extensive experience in integrated community projects, design for the community and arts and complex heritage issues. He has also practised environmentally sustainable design since the 1970s and is a strategic thinker with a sophisticated knowledge of architectural planning and contemporary aesthetics.

Throughout his career, Geoffrey has been commissioned to design, document and project manage many one-family customdesigned houses, project houses and multiunit residential projects.

Geoffrey has a great capacity to visualise and develop conceptual solutions for a wide array of project types. His visualisations are locally and internationally acknowledged as being highly successful in communicating to the public and stakeholder groups the key design criteria in planning and urban design.

Angelo Inguanti entered into the building industry in 1965 as a young apprentice Carpenter, after leaving the family market gardening business. He carried out cabinetry, framing, lockup and fixings, progressing to become a registered builder in 1983. Angelo has built more than 250 homes as a sole trader within the metropolitan area and Bellarine Peninsula. Now retired at Point Lonsdale, Angelo gives much more time to enjoying his family and grandchildren and travelling around Australia and Europe with his wife, Antoinette.

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ROB LEES

South East Region In 1977 Rob’s building career commenced, working for McDougal Ireland as an Estimator’s Clerk and Contract Administrator.

This experience encouraged him to obtain formal qualifications; he studied at RMIT where he achieved a Diploma of Building (with Distinction) in 1982.

In 1983, Rob formed Faulkner Lees Constructions Pty Ltd, initially as an onsite project management company providing services to numerous developers, mainly specialising in commercial and industrial projects, as well as design and construction projects in light commercial, professional suites, new homes and domestic renovations and extensions.

In the early 1990s, as well as being a Registered Builder and Draftsman, Rob completed a Graduate Diploma in Property at RMIT. Between 1997 and 2017, building consultancy was the primary source of business for Faulkner Lees Constructions Pty Ltd. Rob was equally engaged by builders and owners.

He prepared expert witness reports and regularly appeared at tribunals as an expert witness.

Rob has been a member of the MBV for over 25 years and is a past president of the Australian Society of Building Consultants (Victoria).

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GARY STRAW

DAVID NEWNHAM

PETER SUTTON

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Gary began his career in building as an apprentice carpenter in 1975. For 47 years the building industry has been his working life, with mostly management positions as Supervisor, Building Manager, Estimator, Construction Manager and Project Manager.

Gary is now retired, is a registered builder and worked for some time as a building contractor in his own right. Gary’s role over the past 15 years has been as the building owner’s representative/Project Manager in complex high-end building projects throughout Melbourne, regional Victoria and interstate.

Gary has a passion for innovative, intelligent design and high quality, detailed workmanship and has worked closely with architects, designers, consultants and builders to deliver the best result no matter the budget.

David has been involved in the building and construction industry since completing a degree in Civil Engineering at Monash University in 1971. After more than 20 years in project management in commercial building, with projects including the Reserve Bank Note Printing Works at Craigieburn and the Melbourne Central Project, he moved to residential building as Victorian Building Manager for AVJennings in 1992. In 1997, he joined with two other partners for a management buyout of Stonehaven Homes, where he remained until his retirement in 2016. Stonehaven Homes is an architectural design and construction company involved in inner suburban residential housing. David’s involvement with Master Builders extends back to receiving industrial advice in the late 1970s. His main involvement occurred when he joined the housing sector committee in 1992. He was elected Chairman soon thereafter and served on the state council from that time. Following eight years on the board of management he became President from 2008-2010. David also served for eight years on the Building Practitioners Board from 2000-2008 and continued as a co-opted member until the board was disbanded in 2016. He has served on the CoINVEST (building industry long-service leave fund) board since being elected in 2011. David has enjoyed his time in the building industry and joined the Victorian Small Business Mentoring Service in 2017 as a Volunteer to share his experience with others.

Peter Sutton is a retired Builder who ran his own company. Sutton Constructions was a multi award-winning company that individually designed and built unique, ultra energy efficient homes. He has been a member of Master Builders Victoria for more than 30 years. Within this time, Peter has sat on the Board and Council of Management. Peter has been judging the Master Builders Excellence in Housing Awards for 10 years.

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AUSTIN SWAIN WESTern REGION

The founder of Pivot homes, a custom design and construction company building on the surf coast for more than 25 years, Austin has himself been the recipient of more than 50 awards, including Building Designer of the Year and Builder of the Year. Austin has served as a past Chairman of the Western District Master Builders Victoria country housing and Apprentice of the Year committees.

He is also a member of the surf coast planning committee and was a member of the Geelong land committee for some time. Having recently retired, Austin is now finding time to return to the water. As a keen Sailor, he and his wife, Jan, have sailed their yacht up to the Whitsundays. He also enjoys water skiing, snow skiing and golf. Austin was delighted to this year take on the challenge of judging these awards.

MICHAEL RIGG WESTERN REGION

Registered Builder & Architecture; Life Member, Master Builders Association of Victoria After completing Architecture, Michael worked with Graeme Gunn and Merchant Builders for nine years from 1970-79. In 1981, he established the Design & Construct Company of Urban Spaces and registered as both Builder and Architect. The company specialised in building restoration, custom housing and domestic alterations for 28 years. Over this period the company won 12 Master Builders Awards for their projects.

Michael became a member of Master Builders Victoria in 1983 and graduated from the Housing Committee in 1988 to Council and Board member in 1995. Michael was President of Master Builders Victoria from 2000–2002 and participated on the National Housing Board from 2000–2004. In 2004 Michael was awarded Life Membership to Master Builders Victoria.

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he team at Singh Homes are committed towards designing and building quality homes for a new generation.

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he design encompasses functional efficiency, structural integrity, sustainability, lifetime costing and flexibility as well as responsiveness to the site and its setting. The arrangement, quality and interrelationship of spaces and flow throughout the home was considered when designing the floor plan, as well as having the living areas on the northern aspect of the home to increase energy efficiency and capture the impressive views. The orientation of each room, calculated eaves, use of recycled brick, carefully considered window placements, including large amounts of north-facing glass, and the use of double-glazed windows throughout all, aid in enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of this home.

PROJECT William Street CONTACT Jarrod Gorupic PHONE 0409 058 840 WEBSITE trentwoodhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

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Best Renovation/ Addition $300,000-$500,000 Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Shepparton Project McClelland Rd

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his project was designed to increase the size of the home and create a flowing modernised floor plan. Originally built on a farm in a different location, the home was transported to its current location in the 1970s. The extension included taking out the back of the home and existing kitchen, family room and laundry, and extending out to include a new large kitchen with butler’s pantry, walk-in linen closet, meals, living, study nook and laundry/mud room, and an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe off the master bedroom.

contact Travis Vanderwey phone 0400 884 584 website smithandsons.com.au/renovationbuilder/shepparton-1199 photographer Craig Thorne, Design Creative

PROJECT All Saints Homestead contact Scott James phone 0409 455 340

Best Renovation/ Addition Over $500,000

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ll Saints Homestead is steeped in history, as part of one Victoria’s earliest wineries. The Homestead was built circa 1870 and is on the Victorian Heritage Register. The weatherboard building features soft curving archways, decorative dados and ornate ceiling roses. The home’s restoration has stripped away layers, honouring its original features and uncovering a hidden history including handwritten notations and family crests in the process, adding to the intrigue of this important property. Significant efforts were made to preserve the property’s history and to reuse heritage materials 2023 excellence in housing awards 109

Best Display Home $250,000$350,000 Southern Vale Homes PROJECT The Nova

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he team at Southern Vale Homes designed and constructed a display home in Kialla for their new “Inspire” inclusion range. Inspire was designed to be a complete home ready to move into without expensive extras. The Nova design is completely new to the range. Thoughtfully designed with the growing family in mind, the Nova oozes liveability at its finest, incorporating four large bedrooms with two separate living areas and openplan living. The design simplicity of the roofline and 2400 ceilings has contributed to overall lower costings.

Contact Blaise Fisher phone 0419 611 015 website southernvale.com.au Photographer Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

project The Henderson Display contact Jacob phone 0423 028 655 website bridgewoodhomes.com.au

Best Display Home Over $500,000

photographer Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studios,

Bridgewood Homes

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he grand entry sets the scene for the display home’s striking spatial elegance. Its open-plan arrangement encompasses a large family area, featuring three stunning skylights, flooding the space with natural light and an alfresco terrace, continuing a sense of freedom and sophistication. Each of the cleverly appointed bedrooms takes advantage of the spacious design, epitomised by the master suite with its luxurious ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. This level of comfort flows through into the gourmet kitchen and breadth of ingenious storage solutions that typify this stunning family home.

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Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000-$350,000 Sherridon Homes project Elmont 32 Seven Creeks Estate

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he Elmont 32 brief was to design a contemporary family-friendly home that appeals to the demands of a modern, Australian lifestyle. With the master bedroom tucked away at the rear, the Elmont 32’s unique design features four spacious bedrooms and a study. There’s plenty of storage including a butler’s pantry and walkin wardrobe to each of the four bedrooms, and a separate lounge for family movie nights, formal lounge or kids’ play space. An alfresco off the meals area is also great for an indoor-outdoor dining experience.

contact Atiya Jeka phone 0414 046 061 website ww.sherridonhomes.com.au photographer Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

project 4 Marie Court contact Brent Groenewald phone 0419 997 347

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

photographer Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Brent Groenewald Building Solutions

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his four-bedroom home has a romantic cottage design, clad in weatherboards with timber reveals around the aluminium windows to provide a cosy charm and a cottage-styled front door with sidelights to allow natural light to filter through the hallway. A colonial-stylepanel garage door also includes windows in the same style.

Externally, the home is painted in a slightly darker tone than the internal walls, with a front porch large enough for an outdoor setting. An undercover alfresco area on the eastern side, shielded from the summer sun, boasts abundant lighting, large ceiling fan, TV point and a gas bayonet for the barbecue.

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Best Custom Home $300,000$400,000 Jack Amery Constructions Pty Ltd project McCardle Court

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his weatherboard home is a juxtaposition of modern and traditional living – with a cottage/ Hamptons look on the exterior and the interior’s bright, modern and sophisticated feel. Starting at the inviting entryway, the house opens up through the main hallway to a large open-plan, living, dining and kitchen space. The master area of this home includes a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, with custom window shutters for privacy. There are two more generous size bedrooms, full bathroom and separate toilet, which is adjacent to a further lounge.

contact Jack Amery phone 0447 526 742 website jackameryconstructions.com photographer Simon Attard, Elevated Media

project Gentle contact Kiah Beaumont phone 0401 862 353 website gilchristhomes.com.au

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

photographer Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Gilchrist Homes

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unique custom home, designed to centre around a huge native eucalypt at its entry, the project succeeds in bringing creativity, landscape and privacy together while capitalising on use of space and value for money. This home is unique in layout; the design encompasses four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas and a centre courtyard bringing the landscaped views into almost every room. Incorporating a foundational zoning ability, this home features two wings from the centre living area. With 2700-high ceilings to all bedrooms and a pitching point of 3600 to the raked ceilings of the main living wing, light fills every aspect of this home.

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Best Custom Home $500,000$600,000 Trentwood Homes Pty Ltd project William Street

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t was time for these empty nesters to downsize from their acreage to a low-maintenance chic modern home. The existing home was demolished and a four-bedroom, triple-garage, extremely stylish and liveable home was designed. Externally, recycled bricks and corrugated cladding conjure industrial vibes.

Internally, the use of skillion style roofs creates impact and perfect north-facing roof panes maximise solar panels. Clean lines throughout boast a sleek contemporary feel, featuring raked ceilings, square-set cornices and large expanses of glass.

contact Jarrod Gorupic phone 0409 058 840 website trentwoodhomes.com.au/ photographer Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

project Pipeclay Project contact Bradley Henderson phone 0408 482 758 photographer Gr Videography

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000 North East Builder Pty Ltd

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he vision for this project was to build a family home to cater for a family of four, with a guest bedroom and third bathroom. The cinema room was designed to act as a second lounge room for the family. The aim was to enable working from home for both adults, with two office/study spaces included in the design.

There was also a focus to achieve high energy efficiency through double external walls, insulation and solar panels.

The outdoor entertaining area was uniquely designed for the home to achieve a high level of privacy from neighbouring properties.

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Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M Big Mountain Homes Pty Ltd project Howqua Track

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owqua Track was designed by Ross McKinnon at McKinnon Designs to create a modern sustainable home with rustic elements to sit in the landscape in the high country of Victoria. The three-gabled pavilion house is powered off grid and materials were sustainably sourced, repurposing wharf timbers and skins for cladding and recycled red bricks in the central wing, kitchen and butler’s pantry, and behind the iron fireplace. The many double glazed doors and windows allow uninterrupted views to the foothills of the Alpine country.

contact Nick Dunn phone 0457 757 108 photographer Emily McCormack Photography & Shaye Hughes, Open2View Photography

project BRUNI contact Matthew Sim phone 0400 897 347 website msconstructions.net.au/

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

photographer Rhonda Doyle Photography

MS Constructions Pty Ltd

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he house was designed and built on a 800sq m residential block, on a well established street of traditional-style homes. The two-storey home was designed to have a standout presence while ensuring privacy was not lost for the owners or neighbours. Floor-toceiling glass runs along the north side of the home with a zero-threshold finish from the internal dwelling that creates seamless flow to the outdoor living space.

Externally, the monochrome finish creates a modern and sleek effect, which is eye-catching and sophisticated, even slightly minimalist in its west-facing street view.

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Best Custom Home Over $2M Hedger Constructions Pty Ltd project Caveat

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his stunning new home is situated on a working rural property. The works included the house construction and aspects such as extensive electrical grid connection, plumbing services to water storages and working with the construction team associated with the breathtaking lap pool. With an intent in capturing the 360-degree views from the ridge line of the property, the clients were keen on balancing a need to maintain a farmstyle ambience and functionality with a semi-industrial feel to the build.

contact Steven Hedger phone 0419 105 612 website hedgerconstructions.com.au/ photographer Paul West, Paul West Photography

project Borella Road contact Liam Trethowan phone 0428 995 742

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 Units

website trethowanbuilding.com photographer Jeremy Weihrauch, Wyro

Trethowan Building Pty Ltd

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ituated back from the main road in a service lane and just steps to the Albury Base Hospital, East Albury IGA, sporting grounds and minutes from the Albury CBD, these homes perfectly suit owner-occupiers, as well as offering untapped Airbnb or short-term accommodation potential. The brief for the homes was to be low maintenance for tenants and/or possible short-term accommodation. Thoughtfully designed with functionality, privacy, comfort and energy efficiency at the forefront, the properties are perfectly positioned to feature large amounts of natural light in the open living area and all include a north-facing private outdoor area.

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Best Multi Unit Development – 4 to 12 units Southern Vale Homes project Wodonga Gardens Retirement Village

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outhern Vale Homes were engaged to design and construct 12 new lifestyle retirement homes for over-55 occupants, as well as provide ongoing support to build out the existing development at the Wodonga Gardens Retirement Estate by ASPEN group. The team worked closely with the new residents and the ASPEN, providing exterior and interior colours and selection solutions to fit in with the estate’s existing homes, while taking a slightly modern approach to the new homes.

contact Blaise Fisher phone 0419 611 015 website southernvale.com.au photographer Darcy Bishop, Dzyr Marketing

project Orchard Court Passiv Haus contact Lachlan Gales phone 0428 573 904 website ovensandkingbuilders.com.au

Best Sustainable Home

photographer Richard Iskov, Little Brother Media

Ovens & King Builders

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his project was designed to reflect the client’s passion for sustainability in construction, and part of their larger focus was on environmental consciousness. The home is an example of how housing can be energy efficient without compromising design possibilities or the level of finish internally. The project boasts a NatHERS rating of 8.4 stars and has been submitted for certification by the International Passive House Association. The house is absolutely independent of imported energy sources, going beyond the normally low consumption of electricity taken from the grid by homes of similar specification. Thermal insulation provides effective thermal separation between the heated or cooled inside environment and the outdoors.

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udson Ridge Builders is a family owned and operated business founded in 2018 by registered builder Darren Fraser. He has built a reputable business that has expanded to a team of 40 professionals to develop award-winning outcomes. Working across the Ballarat and Geelong regions for the last five years, Hudson Ridge Builders are very passionate about design and construction as evidenced by their delivery of high level custom designed homes that leave clients with a smile on their face.

A single-storey four-bedroom ranch-style home on Bismark Rd in Brown Hill, along with a contemporary four-bedroom at Thyanver Court in Brown Hill, a modern five-bedroom at Moriarty Rd in Inverleigh and a striking double-storey design at Whites Rd in Mt Duneed, are projects Hudson Ridge Builders entered in the 2023 Western Regional Building Awards.

The Bismark Road at Brown Hill project outlined the clients’ desire for a ranch-style home

and features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a kitchen with a butlers pantry, an open-plan living and dining area leading to a covered alfresco area divided by a double-sided fireplace, a study nook, rumpus room, large laundry and double garage.

The 42.8 squares home is constructed with materials that ensure a timeless country exterior with stunning interior finishes; the selected materials include austral laneway saloon bricks lining the exterior and front wall of the home, Colorbond roofing, exposed beams of spotted gum with black engineered steel plates, a mixture of carpet, tiling and timber flooring throughout, Syracuse hand-scraped super rustic oak engineered floorboards and a back retaining wall to the rear of the home with concrete sleepers.

Hudson Ridge Builders’ passion also extends to giving back to communities where they build by supporting many local businesses, maintaining strong working relationships with their Ballarat and Geelong trades and suppliers, and sponsoring several community sporting clubs.

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ENTRANTS

Best Renovation/Addition Over $500,000

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Scott James Builder

Berg Design

Project Contact Phone Website

All Saints Homestead Scott James 0409 455 340 scottjamesbuilder.com.au

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Big Mountain Homes Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Photo

Howqua Track Nick Dunn 0457 757 108 Emily Mccormack Photography and Shaye Hughes, Open2View Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

RIESLING Matt Bergman 0402 467 921 bergdesign.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Best Custom Home Over $2M

Hedger Constructions Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Caveat Steven Hedger 0419 105 612 hedgerconstructions.com.au Paul West, Paul West Photography

Best Renovation/Addition Over $500,000

Best Multi Unit Development - 4 to 12 units

Big Mountain Homes Pty Ltd

Southern Vale Homes

Project Contact Phone Photo

Bundaleer Nick Dunn 0457 757 108 Emily McCormack, Emily McCormack Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Wodonga Gardens Retirement Village Blaise Fisher 0419 611 015 southernvale.com.au Darcy Bishop, Dzyr Marketing

Best Display Home Over $500,000

Best Display Home $250,000-$350,000

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Southern Vale Homes

Southern Vale Homes

Gilchrist Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Elite Blaise 0419 611 015 southernvale.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Nova Blaise 0419 611 015 southernvale.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Pelican Kiah Beaumont 0401 862 353 gilchristhomes.com.au Devin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Renovation/Addition $300,000-$500,000

Gilchrist Homes

Gilchrist Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Shepparton

Gentle Kiah Beaumont 0401 862 353 gilchristhomes.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Gratwick Kiah Beaumont 0401 862 353 gilchristhomes.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

McClelland Rd Travis Vanderwey 0400 884 584 smithandsons.com.au Craig Thorne, Design Creative

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Display Home Over $500,000

Best Display Home Over $500,000

Attwood Builders Pty Ltd

Bridgewood Homes

Contemp Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

John and Jane’s Brad Attwood 0456 766 395 attwoodbuilders.com.au Erin Davis, Hartwig Beechworth Photographers & Lisa Adminis Graphic Design

Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000-$350,000

Sherridon Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Elmont 32 Seven Creeks Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Henderson Display Jacob 0423 028 655 bridgewoodhomes.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studios

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Canon Street Display Matt 0421 712 407 contemphomes.com.au Georgie James

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

MS Constructions Pty Ltd

Trentwood Homes Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

BRUNI Matthew Sim 0400 897 347 msconstructions.net.au Rhonda Doyle Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Frederic Road Jarrod Gorupic 0409 058 840 trentwoodhomes.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

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Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Best Multi Unit Development - Up to 3 Units

Trentwood Homes Pty Ltd

Trentwood Homes Pty Ltd

Trethowan Building Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Barling Walk Jarrod Gorupic 0409 058 840 trentwoodhomes.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

William Street Jarrod Gorupic 0409 058 840 trentwoodhomes.com.au Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Borella Road Liam Trethowan 0428 995 742 trethowanbuilding.com Jeremy Weihrauch, Wyro

Best Renovation/Addition Over $500,000

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

Best Renovation/Addition Over $500,000

Trethowan Building Pty Ltd

Jack Amery Constructions Pty Ltd

Ovens & King Builders

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lilydale Liam Trethowan 0428 995 742 trethowanbuilding.com Jeremy Weihrauch, Wyro

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

McCardle Court Jack Amery 0447 526 742 jackameryconstructions.com Simon Attard, Elevated Media

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Meldrum St Federation House Lachlan Gales 0428 573 904 ovensandkingbuilders.com.au Little Brother Media

Best Sustainable Home

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

Ovens & King Builders

North East Builder Pty Ltd

Brent Groenewald Building Solutions

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Orchard Court Passiv Haus Lachlan Gales 0428 573 904 ovensandkingbuilders.com.au Richard Iskov, Little Brother Media

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Pipeclay Project Bradley Henderson 0408 482 758 GR Videography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Marie Court Brent Groenewald 0419 997 347 Devlin Azzie, Threefold Studio

Best Multi Unit Development - 4 to 12 units (RBA)

Lang Construction Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Kooroora West Thomas German 0401 186 673 langconstruction.com.au Tom German, Lang Construction

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Founded in Perth by director Peter Fonte, the concept for the software came about when, working as a builder himself, he realised the need for an integrated building package.

BEAMS was five years in the making and although initially developed for internal use only, the ease and functionality of the software prompted them to make it available for commercial use in 1994.

Since then, BEAMS has enabled a greater understanding of what is required to manage and maintain a profitable business thanks to its coverage of the entire building process.

Unique in its offering, BEAMS covers web leads in CRM, estimating with CAD Image, scheduling and accounts, plus the addition of mobile functionality.

In addition to this, BEAMS is backed by an experienced and dedicated team who are

constantly looking for ways to improve the package which is in perpetual development as the market changes and users’ needs evolve.

When it comes to setting itself apart from other similar products on the market, BEAMS offers the unparalleled knowledge and understanding of a builder / company director with years of practical, hands-on experience.

“BEAMS software was developed by a builder who understands the wants and needs of users within the construction industry,” Peter said.

“BEAMS customer support is suited to both the East and West coast, resulting in the longest support hours for our Clients.

“We are currently the only software provider that integrates the functions of at least nine separate applications generally required to manage and operate a successful business, such as word processing, document storage, estimating, scheduling, CAD Image Take-off, email monitoring, accounting, CRM & Beams Mobile — to name a few.”

And while having a vast offering is a key point of business for BEAMS Software, simplicity and functionality have always been areas in which they endeavour to deliver time and time again.

“Users are able to prepare quotes quickly and respond to their clients in a timely fashion,” Peter said.

“We offer the ability to maintain accurate cost control which results in better profits, including time-line scheduling.

“BEAMS is keeping up with legislation changes including GST, T Par, Super Stream, Single Touch Payroll and provides full financial reporting, including BAS & PAYG.” Backed by more than 28 years in business and a relentlessly dedicated team, it is easy to see why BEAMS continues to lead the way in the construction software industry and with international expansion plans in the pipeline, it seems the sky is the limit for this innovative company.

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Regional Residential Builder of the Year SOUTH EAST Brendan Jones Building

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his home was designed to suit the clients’ lifestyle, and includes all the features for the clients to live effortlessly and comfortably now and in the future. The front access has both floating stairs and an accessible ramp to the front entry. All the living and entertaining is at the front of the home. Large north facing windows look out on the alfresco area and expansive gardens, giving a sense of bringing “outside” in.

The hallway from the living room encompasses ample storage including the wine collection, and leads to the sanctuary of the bedrooms. The design of this home has been thought out with meticulous attention to detail, from the impressive street statement to the use of modern contemporary fixtures and fittings, home automation and beautifully landscaped gardens. This is truly an impressive build.

PROJECT Traralgon CONTACT Sally Jones PHONE 0417 599 104 WEBSITE brendanjonesbuilding.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

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Best Renovation /Addition Under $300,000 JSL Builders PROJECT Graduate Place

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he stunning double-storey extension includes the addition of a master bedroom with balcony, ensuite, walk-in wardrobe, lounge area and handcrafted timber staircase with vinyl plank treads and LED lighting. The luxury master suite includes feature wall cladding and a balcony with mountain views. The generous ensuite has a double shower, bath, stone top cabinetry and floor-to-ceiling tiles. There’s quality carpet in the master bedroom and walk-in robe while the lounge room has the same vinyl planks as the stairs, creating a welcoming entrance.

CONTACT Steph Langstaff PHONE 0401 438 042 WEBSITE jslbuilders80.wixsite.com/ jslbuilders PHOTOGRAPHER Jay Langstaff

PROJECT Breed Street CONTACT James (Jimmy) Down PHONE 0419 596 460 PHOTOGRAPHER Reece Smee, Project Blue Digital Marketing

Best Renovation /Addition $300,000-$500,000 Nezink Building Group

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hat started as a bathroom and ensuite makeover became a full house renovation and extension. Situated on a large block on a busy street close to the CBD, the clients dreamed of a fresh look with sharp lines for their home. The property boasted generous rooms but lacked a large, functional alfresco entertaining area and place to securely park a caravan. A modern kitchen and walk-in pantry was designed with the dining, lounge, alfresco and pool area updated to feel as one, with custom reeded glass doors as the finishing feature on this fresh, modern family home.

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Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000 Virtue Homes PROJECT The Kingston

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he design and outfit of the Kingston Display home demonstrates the high-quality standard inclusions that Virtue Homes offers in all their homes without upgrades. The design is versatile and adaptable to accommodate a range of occupants including families, professionals or retirees. The layout is thoughtfully designed with practical spaces such as a quiet room or theatre, ample walk-in storage, separate kids’ wing and living space, as well as generously sized rooms. Importantly, the frontage will suit most regional residential blocks with minimal modifications.

CONTACT Jess Rode PHONE 0474 556 775 WEBSITE virtuehomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

PROJECT The Windsor CONTACT Jess Rode PHONE 0474 556 775 WEBSITE virtuehomes.com.au

Best Display Home Over $500,000

PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Virtue Homes

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he Windsor Display home design began with Virtue Homes identifying a need for a large luxury ranch-style home for customers interested in rural properties post-Covid, an untapped market in the region. The team created a unique country lodge feel using warm tones, moody furnishings and liveable areas. The home boasts rural property design elements such as large farm-style kitchens with ample benchspace, generous bedrooms, fireplaces, mudroom areas and protected outdoor living areas. Different materials and finishes showcase innovative ideas and craftsmanship.

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Best Volume Builder Display Home $350,000-$500,000 Sherridon Homes PROJECT Woodside 3000

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he Woodside 3000 is a contemporary, familyfriendly home that suits the demands of a modern lifestyle. The fundamental goal was to create an affordable home that was replicable in high volume. It is the perfect fit for acreage lots, with freeflowing living and entertainment spaces. This spacious design includes four bedrooms, with the master suite boasting a generous walk-in wardrobe and ensuite.

The heart of the home is a stunning open-plan kitchen, meals and living area, with a butler’s pantry and easy access to the laundry allowing a seamless flow.

CONTACT Atiya Jeka PHONE 0414 046 061 WEBSITE sherridonhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

PROJECT Cowwarr CONTACT Sally Jones PHONE 0417 599 104 WEBSITE brendanjonesbuilding.com.au

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

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haring the grounds of a deconsecrated church with a heritage overlay, this country home had to pay homage to its surrounds. A charming cottage look was created while encompassing all the modern requirements of comfortable living. The home was designed around entertaining and functionality, with three good size bedrooms, centrally located kitchen, meals and living space which flows to a large veranda/entertaining area that wraps around to the front entry. This home is finished with heritage details that blend beautifully with the adjacent church giving a feel that it has been there forever, which was the initial vision of the owners.

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Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000 HarrisBuild PROJECT Spinifex

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ocated in Cape Paterson, Spinifex is small but mighty and has been cleverly designed so it is open, airy and boasts ample storage. Complete with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, generous study and open-plan living, this low-maintenance home combines functional spaces within a small footprint, while interacting with its environment to passively heat and cool the home. It has been fitted with a 3.7kW solar system, an electric vehicle charging point and an impressive 10,000 litres of underground water storage.

CONTACT Troy Harris PHONE 0400 521 079 WEBSITE harrisbuild.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Hannah Keily

PROJECT Project Bowen CONTACT Erin Nash PHONE 0402 571 957 PHOTOGRAPHER April Pyle, Moving Pictures

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000 G.J. Gardner Homes Warragul

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pre-existing site cut from the developer and a strict budget meant outside-the-box design was needed to create this dream home. The primary aim for the aesthetic was one of simplicity – a simple black and white colour scheme was used on the exterior that exaggerated the clean lines of the structure. With a combination of an enviable outlook and a battleaxe block hidden from the road, the end result is a home that feels like a sanctuary. Like all homes built by G.J. Gardner Homes Warragul, every aspect of this home is of the highest quality and finished with a high level of attention to detail.

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Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000 Baybuilt Homes PROJECT Ohalloran

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he house, as per the covenant, had to be 70 per cent brickwork, which was bagged and painted white. The builder also incorporated white Linea weatherboards and Surf Mist aluminium windows to give the house a beachy feel. The house sits on top of a concrete waffle pod slab. Engineered oak flooring was installed through the kitchen, living, hallway and entry. The bathrooms are tiled to full height and include some wet-area VJ panelling, which really offsets the tile. The two kitchen skylights let even more light into the north-facing sun-drenched living room.

CONTACT William Blundy PHONE 0423 634 027 WEBSITE baybuilthomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Shelly Price

PROJECT Heartwell Street CONTACT Brad Chugg PHONE 0417 278 560 WEBSITE roseleighhomes.com.au

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

PHOTOHGRAPHER Jonathan Tabensky, JT Photo

Roseleigh Homes

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his striking, contemporary four-bedroom home maximises its street appeal with a complementary combination of exterior finishes and design components. The home is a modern take on the traditional pitched roof, its double-gable roofline evoking a sense of two pavilions, reinforcing the sleek contemporary design.

The home is cleverly zoned and features two living areas combined with extensive storage, including integrated wraparound cabinetry from the kitchen to the gallery. The home is a considered combination of function and style, further enhanced by the winged gable over the outdoor entertaining area, providing integrated indoor/outdoor living.

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Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000 Virtue Homes PROJECT Healeys Road

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estled into a hill with amazing views, this home offers a practical living space that maximises the potential of the rural lifestyle.

The owners aimed to create a home that captured the idyllic beauty of the neighbouring properties and bushland. Large glazed areas with an open feel became an integral part of the floor plan, allowing the views to be captured from all areas. The home is a ranch-style house with raked ceiling, large glass windows with alfresco sliding doors and high-end stone finishes, and is a testament to the craftsmanship and attention to detail put into its construction.

CONTACT Jess Rode PHONE 0474 556 775 WEBSITE virtuehomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons, Open2View Gippsland

PROJECT Kent Street CONTACT Brad Chugg PHONE 0417 278 560 WEBSITE roseleighhomes.com.au

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

PHOTOGRAPHER Jonathan Tabensky, JT Photo

Roseleigh Homes

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howcasing a contemporary design and construction, this light-filled three-bedroom home was carefully designed to maximise space required for family living. The main living areas have been located on the first floor to capture treetop views to the local Civic Park. These include an open-plan kitchen, with oversized island bench, dining zone highlighted by feature skylights and elegant living area. Features include unique curved walls to the entry, dual curved walls in the master bedroom and ensuite shower recess, and a curved ceiling to the first floor. Outdoor living spaces include an upstairs balcony under roofline and fibreglass swimming pool with seamless concrete pool surround.

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Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000 Baybuilt Homes PROJECT Robertson

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his is one of the biggest homes built by Baybuilt Homes and is a waffle pod slab with timber frames and trusses. The main living, dining and kitchen is made up of four steel portal frames with LVL rafters tying it all together. The south end of the living room has a huge concrete tilt panel fireplace with concrete bench and storage running through. The entrance and links ceilings have been lined with spotted gum, which really draws your eye.

The polished concrete throughout the kitchen, living and dining ties in perfectly with the concrete tilt panels.

CONTACT William Blundy PHONE 0423 634 027 WEBSITE baybuilthomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Shelly Price

PROJECT Traralgon CONTACT Sally Jones PHONE 0417 599 104 WEBSITE brendanjonesbuilding.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M Brendan Jones Building

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lthough adjacent to the CBD, this beautiful home is a tranquil retreat. The main living and bedrooms overlook a beautiful garden and entertaining arbour. The formal front entry boasts a stunning handcrafted leadlight door, which opens to a foyer allowing access to the office, garage and to the body of the home. Upon stepping into the combined living room and kitchen area you get the sense of grandeur, while the warm textures and colours give it the feel of a comfortable family home. This is complemented by a spacious master suite, bedrooms, bathroom and laundry. The home incorporates modern materials, recycled brick and timber, which gives it a sense of warmth.

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Best Custom Home $1M-$2M Allchin Builders PROJECT Project 70

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his custom-designed split-level home features four bedrooms, two living rooms and guesthouse on a 1708sq m battleaxe block on the outskirts of Warragul. It is luxurious in size, being 34.84 squares of living, consisting of a spacious entry with built-in cabinetry, beautiful engineered oak timber floors, a large master suite and an open-plan living area.

Other features include high ceilings with a raked ceiling to the living/dining area, custom cabinetry, concealed cedar cladded door, hidden bar and designer lighting layouts including 360-degree movement sensors.

CONTACT Leigh Allchin PHONE 0488 039 989 WEBSITE allchinbuilders.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Exseption Warragul

PROJECT Cape Woolamai CONTACT Troy Harris PHONE 0400 521 079 WEBSITE harrisbuild.com.au

Best Sustainable Home

PHOTOGRAPHER Hannah Keily

HarrisBuild

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esigned and built for a professional couple from Melbourne, for a tranquil and relaxing beach retreat on the weekends, the design brief stipulated a low-maintenance holiday home that combined functional spaces within a small footprint and was sustainable as possible. It is a project that interacts with its environment, capturing solar gains with carefully positioned passive solar design, working to maintain a stable and comfortable temperature all year round.

Thermally broken double glazing, air tightness, very high insulation levels and thermal mass walls all contribute to the home’s energy efficiency.

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Project 70 Leigh Allchin 0488 039 989 allchinbuilders.com.au Exseption Warragul

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

Best Renovation/Addition $300,000-$500,000

Nezink Building Group

Nezink Building Group

Project Contact Phone Photo

Dooyork Crescent James (Jimmy) Down 0419 596 460 Leonie Grbic, Exseption Studio

Project Contact Phone Photo

Breed Street James (Jimmy) Down 0419 596 460 Reece Smee Project, Blue Digital Marketing

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home$500,000-$600,000

Roseleigh Homes

Roseleigh Homes

Roseleigh Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Wheelers Road Brad Chugg 0417 278 560 roseleighhomes.com.au Jonathan Tabensky, JT Photo

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Kent Street Brad Chugg 0417 278 560 roseleighhomes.com.au Jonathan Tabensky, JT Photo

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Sloane Square Brad Chugg 0417 278 560 roseleighhomes.com.au Jonathan Tabensky, JT Photo

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Roseleigh Homes

BG & TH McNamara Builders Pty Ltd

Brendan Jones Building

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Heartwell Street Brad Chugg 0417 278 560 roseleighhomes.com.au Jonathan Tabensky, JT Photo

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Montage Tania Mcnamara 0409 293 361 independentbuildersgippsland.com.au Tania McNamara

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Traralgon Sally Jones 0417 599 104 brendanjonesbuilding.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

Brendan Jones Building Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Cowwarr Sally Jones 0417 599 104 brendanjonesbuilding.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

G.J. Gardner Homes Warragul Project Contact Phone Photo

Project Bowen Erin Nash 0402 571 957 April Pyle, Moving Pictures

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

G.J. Gardner Homes Warragul Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Botanica Erin Nash 0402 571 957 April Pyle, Moving Pictures

Best Sustainable Home

HarrisBuild Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Cape Woolamai Troy Harris 0400 521 079 harrisbuild.com.au Hannah Keily

Best Sustainable Home

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

TS Constructions Pty Ltd

Davidson Builders

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Eco - Blakely & Bentley Tony O’Connell 0438 744 886 tsconstructions.com.au Andrew Harrison

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Cuttriss Clinton Davidson 0407 844 751 davidsonbuilders.com.au John Thompson, Coastal Snaps

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

G.J. Gardner Homes Warragul Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Winslow Erin Nash 0402 571 957 April Pyle, Moving Pictures

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

HarrisBuild Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Spinifex Troy Harris 0400 521 079 harrisbuild.com.au Hannah Keily

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Davidson Builders Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Bayview Clint Davidson 0407 844 751 davidsonbuilders.com.au John Thompson, Coastal Snaps

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Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Holt Construction Group Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Isabella Matthew D Holt 0409 540 881 holtcon.com.au Mel Cameron Photography

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Virtue Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Healeys Road Jess Rode 0474 556 775 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Virtue Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Pindari Road Jess Rode 0474 556 775 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Virtue Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lonsdale Court Jess Rode 0474 556 775 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

BEST DISPLAY HOME OVER $500,000

Best Display Home Over $500,000

Virtue Homes

Virtue Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Olivia Jess Rode 0474 556 775 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

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The Windsor Jess Rode 0474 556 775 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Virtue Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Dunbar Road Jess Rode 0474 556 775 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Virtue Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Kingston Jess Rode 0474 556 775 virtuehomes.com.au Dave Aarons, Open2View Photography Gippsland

Best Renovation/Addition $300,000-$500,000

Latrobe Valley Building Services Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Cairnbrook Road Renee Brady 0434 266 239 lvbs.com.au Project Blue Digital Marketing

Best Custom Home Under $300,000

Latrobe Valley Building Services Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Jeeralang Andrew Brady 0434 266 239 lvbs.com.au Project Blue Digital Marketing

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Latrobe Valley Building Services Pty Ltd

Baybuilt Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Arapilies Drive Andrew Brady 0434 266 239 lvbs.com.au Project Blue Digital Marketing

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

BEST custom home $800,000-$1m

Baybuilt Homes

JC Beavis Builders

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Robertson William Blundy 0423 634 027 baybuilthomes.com.au Shelly Price

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Jilliby Justin Beavis 0418 361 390 jcbeavisbuilders.com.au Dean Goad

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Ohalloran William Blundy 0423 634 027 baybuilthomes.com.au Shelly Price

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

T Young Builders Pty Ltd Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Custom Montego Terry Young 0428 363 888 stroudhomes.com.au Luke McNee Seagrass Films Pty Ltd

Best Renovation/Addition Under $300,000

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Best Volume Builder Display Home $350,000-$500,000

JSL Builders

Zurma Building Group Pty Ltd

Sherridon Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Graduate Place Steph Langstaff 0401 438 042 jslbuilders80.wixsite.com/jslbuilders Jay Langstaff, JSL Builders

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

King Street John Zurma 0428 762 051 Gareth Richards, Gareth Richards Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Woodside 3000 Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

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herridon Homes has been constructing homes for Australian families since 2005, with a strong presence in Melbourne.

But more than three years ago, the building company expanded into regional Victoria and have successfully built strong and dynamic teams, reliable partnerships and engaged local trades to help Victorian families build their dream homes within the communities they are proud to call home.

As testament to the craftsmanship of their regional Victorian teams, Sherridon Homes won three awards at this year’s Master Builders Victoria Regional Building Awards.

These includes the north-east region’s Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000$350,000 with the Elmont 32, south-east region’s Best Volume Builder Display Home $350,000-$500,000 with the Woodside 3000 and western region’s Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000-$350,000 with the Clifton 27GE. Fundamental to all of Sherridon Homes designs is to create homes that are affordable and easily replicable in high volume.

To achieve this, consideration is given to the buildability of the design; ensuring it is easy and efficient to build enables them to deliver the

home that represents exceptional value for our customers.

The Elmont 32 was designed to be a contemporary family-friendly home that appeals to the demands of a modern, Australian lifestyle.

With open-plan family living flowing out to the alfresco, a separate lounge and four bedrooms (with the master bedroom tucked away at the rear), the Elmont 32’s unique design creates the perfect family home, offering an abundance of space and functionality.

This design is the Woodside 3000 from the Sherridon Homes Homestead Collection. The Woodside 3000 is the perfect fit for acreage lots, offering free flowing living and entertainment spaces for all members of the family. This spacious design includes four bedrooms, with the master suite appointed with a generous walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. At the entrance is a study and a theatre room providing an additional living area to the home. The heart of the home is a stunning open-plan kitchen, meals and living area, with the kitchen area featuring a butler’s pantry with access to laundry, allowing seamless flow throughout the home.

The Clifton 27GE can make anyone feel at home, with the stylish design featuring a central entertaining zone. The alfresco is seamlessly

fused with the family entertaining zone, providing the ultimate indoor and outdoor living experience. A large separate study space is included in this design and is perfectly suited for working from home and the functional bathroom and laundry amenities are seamlessly positioned with direct access to the family bedrooms.

This design ticks all the boxes when it comes to family living.

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Regional Residential Builder of the Year: WESTERN BCM Homes

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he Horizon Beach House is a remarkable new home that harmoniously combines contemporary design with a focus on aesthetics and the environment. Built to withstand bushfires, it offers an ideal retreat for a family of six with room for more. Nestled into a steep slope, the house features cantilevered balconies and roof lines, creating a robust yet refined architectural response. The upper floor provides an open-plan space for kitchen, dining and living areas, maximising views and connections between rooms. The exterior colour scheme blends with the surrounding bush landscape, while perforated steel screens ensure privacy.

The design caters to the needs of elderly parents and respects the community, showcasing responsive and resilient design principles. The Horizon Beach House is a testament to construction excellence, demonstrating the benefits of holistic design and sustainability.

PROJECT Horizon Wye River CONTACT David Moyle PHONE 0417 160 078 WEBSITE ballaratcm.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Josh Driscoll, Josh Driscoll Creative & Anastasia Nixon, Anastasia Nixon Photography

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Best Renovation/ Addition $500,000-$1M Hayden Bromley Building Pty Ltd PROJECT Lyons Street House

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his impressive home renovation has a modern aesthetic with a new kitchen, living room, study, and garage clad in cedar. Expressive steel frames support Victorian Ash beams, while Maxi Birch ply lines interior walls. The floors are polished concrete. Hydronic heating and insulation provide energy efficiency. Sustainability was key, with recycled materials and minimal use of high-energy materials.

The existing house underwent significant renovations.

The project seamlessly combines architectural beauty, sustainability, and major functional improvements.

CONTACT Hayden Bromley PHONE 0409 258 587 WEBSITE haydenbromleybuilding.com.au

PROJECT Kerrie CONTACT Dean Cummings PHONE 0400 052 901 WEBSITE builtbybespoke.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Bespoke Homes

Best Renovation/ Addition Over $1M Bespoke Homes and Renovations

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his stunning modern farmhouse harmonises with nature through external timber cladding and stone. Recycled timber and stone features grace the interior, adding warmth and character. The existing bedroom wing was renovated, and the rest of the house demolished for a fresh, practical design. Raked ceilings and custom-made trusses are complemented by engineered timber floors and travertine stone. The grand kitchen, dining, and living area with a stone chimney is a focal point.

This transformation showcases impressive living spaces and a striking facade that blends with surrounding scenery.

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Best Display Home $350,000$500,000 Geelong Homes PROJECT Riverside 246

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he Riverside 246 display home in Lara’s Coridale Estate is a spacious haven for families, with four bedrooms and ample living space. At its heart, the kitchen has a walk-in pantry and island bench, overlooking open-plan areas. The Classic facade blends into any streetscape. A welcoming entrance with stunning artwork and porcelain tiles awaits. Contemporary styling continues from the lounge to the stylish kitchen, study nook and alfresco area. The master bedroom offers privacy and natural light, with a well-appointed ensuite.

CONTACT Bianca Clair PHONE 0437 143 362 WEBSITE geelonghomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Nikole Ramsay

PROJECT Cumberland 266 CONTACT Bianca Clair PHONE 0437 143 362 WEBSITE hamlan.com.au

Best Display Home Over $500,000

PHOTOGRAPHER Nikole Ramsay

Hamlan Homes

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et set to be captivated by the Newport facade, an architectural marvel in prestigious Gen Fyansford display village. Drawing inspiration from classic American design, it boasts a flat profile, tiled roof, creating character and charm. The fusion of materials, including strapping, vertical cladding, render, and stonework, adds sophistication and visual intrigue. With a palette of soft greys, inside and out, this project exudes elegance and timelessness. The spacious interior, with earthy tones and exquisite details, will amaze. The Newport facade reflects creativity, craftsmanship, and architectural excellence.

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Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000$350,000 Sherridon Homes PROJECT Clifton 27GE Coridale Estate

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he Clifton 27GE is a modern masterpiece for families. Located in Lara’s Coridale Estate, it is designed with affordability and replicability in mind, offering exceptional value with functionality and style. The central entertaining zone with an adjacent walk-in pantry creates a seamless flow for indoor and outdoor living, while the master suite boasts a generous walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. A spacious study space and energy-efficient features such as 6star energy rating, gas ducted heating and LED lighting make this home a true winner for sustainable living.

CONTACT Atiya Jeka PHONE 0414 046 061 WEBSITE sherridonhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

PROJECT Highlander 66 CONTACT Rachel Johnson PHONE 0409 029 262 WEBSITE metricon.com.au

Best Volume Builder Display Home Over $500,000

PHOTOGRAPHER Kirralee Ashworth

Metricon

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tep into a world of grandeur with this architectural marvel that combines elegance with functionality.

Seamlessly integrated indoor and outdoor living spaces are designed for the entertainer. The first floor boasts a master retreat, theatre room, sitting room, guest suite, and bedrooms. With its dark stained timber, marble finishes and brass accents, the design exudes luxurious charm. Every detail, from stone benchtops to furniture and artwork, has been selected to enhance modern country style. Vaulted ceilings, balconies and breathtaking views provide a true country retreat experience for any family.

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Best Custom Home Under $300,000 VR Builders PROJECT Wyndham St

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iscover the charm of compact living with this 64sq m architectural gem. Design is central in this functional home – the smallest complete house footprint built. The well-appointed kitchen and generous bathroom cater to visitors with ease. Solar passive design and near-Passivhaus specifications ensure minimal running costs. Hempcrete finishes and a warm colour palette create a welcoming atmosphere.

Noteworthy is its environmental sustainability and significantly reduced bills, thanks to solar passive features, eaves and double-glazed windows.

CONTACT Ross O’Neill PHONE 0409 858 881 WEBSITE vrbuilders.com.au/#1 PHOTOGRAPHER Shayne Hill, Xtreme Visuals

PROJECT Cumulus Avenue CONTACT Sam Piasente PHONE 0477 883 469 WEBSITE ensohomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Stefan Young, BWRM Bellarine

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000 Enso Homes

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collaboration between the client’s family architect and Enso Homes crafted this beautiful home. The compact, functional layout caters to a young couple with a newborn. The facade combines stacked, glazed white bricks and sleek timber cladding, creating an elegant, contemporary look. The open living area steals the show with a raised, raked ceiling, natural light, passive heating and cooling. Sustainability is at the forefront, with 6-star energy rating, double glazing, solar panels and water-saving features. This home harmonises design and function while minimising ecological impact.

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Best Custom Home $400,000$500,000 Enso Homes PROJECT Wirilda Way

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harmonious blend of nature and modern design, the facade showcases thermally modified timber cladding and rendered Hebel, seamlessly integrating with the environment. As you enter, a floor-to-ceiling window draws your gaze to the central courtyard, aptly named the Lighthouse, which bathes the home in natural light, connecting every room to the outdoors. Native plants, stones and bark create a tranquil ambience. Large sliding doors enhance flow and can be opened for a seamless indoor-outdoor experience or closed for privacy.

CONTACT Sam Piasente PHONE 0477 883 469 WEBSITE ensohomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Stefan Young, BWRM Bellarine

PROJECT Parkins Reef Rd CONTACT Ross O’Neill PHONE 0409 858 881 WEBSITE vrbuilders.com.au/#1

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

PHOTOGRAPHER Shayne Hill, Xtreme Visuals

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he charter for this home was to maximise views and solar passive aspects. It features a main living area, master bedroom, and separate guest wing with two bedrooms, sitting area, and a bathroom. Built into a steep hill, it has a garage below and living spaces above.

The design is executed well, with a comfortable layout and impressive finishes. The orientation is optimal for sunlight, with double-glazing, insulation, and cladding. It is powered by solar energy, heated with a heat pump. Construction includes metal and spotted gum cladding. Inside, it boasts raking ceilings, solid timber floors and stylish kitchen.

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Best Custom Home $500,000$600,000 MJS Built Pty Ltd PROJECT Richardson Street

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he home underwent a transformative, minimalist design, focused on capturing northern light. With a tree-lined backdrop, it seamlessly blends into the established street. A collaboration with architect Dierijk at Drent Design refined the vision. Sustainability was a priority – passive solar principles include building orientation, window placement, cross ventilation, thermal mass integration, and insulation. North-facing living areas connect to a garden, while the private master bedroom enjoys filtered daylight. A striking, elegant entry sets the tone.

CONTACT Michael Stanley PHONE 0433 193 063 WEBSITE mjsbuilt.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Nic Stephens Photography

PROJECT Cashmore Drive CONTACT Michael Stanley PHONE 0433 193 063 WEBSITE mjsbuilt.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER Nic Stephens Photography

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000 MJS Built

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his single-story design was crafted considering the selection of Castellation timber profile and parapet framing. Four slabs and 17 steps made top use of the block’s slope. A highlight is the integration of a courtyard screening wall for privacy, and seamless connection between the north courtyard and south aspect through framing features, decking, planter boxes, and a fire pit. Sustainable features include thermal efficiency with rendered foam, double glazing, insulation, reflective colours, ethically sourced timber, window selection, wool carpet, concrete flooring and low-energy lighting.

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Best Custom Home $600,000$800,000 BuildTrend Homes Pty Ltd PROJECT Newham Project

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his compact, single-storey home in the Macedon Ranges spans 216sq m, providing everything a young, rural family needs. It features three bedrooms, study, master ensuite, powder room, main bathroom, laundry, mudroom and drying room. Muted external colours blend seamlessly into the landscape. The property is off-grid, with solar power, rainwater tanks, on-site wastewater treatment.

Construction was completed in under eight months, showcasing a clever design that captures the northerly aspect and embraces sustainable, passive living.

CONTACT Daniel Favaro PHONE 0434 552 640 WEBSITE buildtrendhomes.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER KGMG Creative

PROJECT Prestwick Ave CONTACT Michael Stanley PHONE 0433 193 063 WEBSITE mjsbuilt.com.au

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

PHOTOGRAPHY Nic Stephens Photography

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he Jan Juc project underwent a knockdown rebuild on a sunny, north-facing lot. The doublestorey design maximises sunlight, and optimises space for the terraced rear yard. Initial construction difficulties arose from a significant site cut, but measures were taken to minimise disruptions. Covid caused delays in cladding and block deliveries, but careful preparation and weatherproofing saved the client eight weeks. The finished home showcases an industrial aesthetic with steel, timber, block, and matte metal elements. Despite the obstacles, the project was completed within 11 months.

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Best Custom Home $1M-$2M Geelong Property Investments Pty Ltd project Coolatai

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his project involved constructing a modern, mid-century home with a farm and resort ambience on reactive clay soil, while staying within budget. The entrance features two circles – a circular atrium in the front portico ceiling and a glazed circular window for a preview of the back yard. The interior design aimed for simplicity and natural light.

Construction challenges were overcome, including an on-site redesign of the airconditioning plan which included repositioning the outdoor unit to the roof. A fulfilling outcome was gained with client collaboration.

contact Cam Henderson phone 0418 136 427 website cjhenderson.com.au photographer Niche Photography

Siniat Opal

The perfect finish to a project It all comes together beautifully with Siniat Opal plasterboard. Opal features a superior smooth paper lining that helps to create near invisible joints, reducing glancing light issues. Opal is a sustainable and carbon neutral plasterboard.

It is certified by Global GreenTag to GreenRate Level A and carbon neutral certified by Climate Active. On top of it all, Opal delivers superior acoustics and enhanced impact resistance. From an effortless start to a flawless finish, it’s a seamless experience with Opal. Choose Opal for walls that reflect well on you.

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Best Custom Home $1M-$2M Derbyshire Homes project Barwon Heads

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his unique, compact design was created in response to the client’s desire for river views and a warm, inviting home blending with the landscape. Inspired by mid-century modern interiors, it is a sanctuary for relaxation and family gatherings, with flexible living spaces. Despite limited space, the design incorporates amenities like caravan storage, spacious garage, vegie patch, and an outdoor shower. Inside are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, home office and ample living space. Challenges such as flood protection and building height restrictions were overcome.

contact Bek Lennon phone 0405 725 930 website derbyshire.com.au photographer Nikole Ramsay Photography

project Horizon Wye River contact David Moyle phone 0417 160 078 website ballaratcm.com.au

Best Custom Home Over $2M

photographer Josh Driscoll & Anastasia Nixon

BCM Homes

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he Horizon Beach House is a remarkable new home that harmoniously combines contemporary design focusing on aesthetics and environment.

Built to withstand bushfires, it offers an ideal retreat for a family of six with room for extended family and friends.

Nestled into a steep slope, it has cantilevered balconies and roof lines for a robust yet refined architectural response. The upper floor has open-plan kitchen, dining and living areas, with views and connections between rooms. The exterior colour scheme blends with the bush landscape, while perforated steel screens ensure privacy.

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Best Custom Home Over $2M Larkin and Drought Builders project The Terrace

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he project in Ocean Grove is a stunning threestorey build cascading down a steep slope.

With floor-to-ceiling bi-fold doors, every room has beach and river views. A custom swimming pool is integrated into the home’s foundations. High windows and double glazing on street frontages ensure privacy.

Meticulous attention to detail is evident in flawless linear panel joins and whitewashed timberwork. Curves and feature walls enhance the master bedroom and other areas. Immaculate carpentry, high-quality fencing and simple landscaping complete the home.

contact Drew Larkin and Craig Drought phone 0409 543 439 website ldhomes.com.au photographer Carli Wilson Photography

project Sweeney Street contact Scott Baker phone 0458 037 256 website jetsonian.com.au photographer Scott Kittelty, One Point Photography

Best Multi Unit Development – Up to 3 Units Jetsonian Constructions

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itness the rebirth of Ballarat’s historic district with these two luxury modern townhouses.

Atop Black Hill, they offer unparalleled city views. The duplex, on a sloping site, features underground cellars that also serve as laundries. Functionality is paramount within a compact footprint. Street appeal is enhanced by a fusion of ultra-modern claddings and traditional brick, paying homage to Selkirk Bricks, the client’s employer. The townhouses are a testament to the builder’s expertise, overcoming formidable challenges to deliver a flawless outcome that aligns with the original plan.

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Best Multi Unit Development – 4 to 12 units Clancy Constructions project Park Avenue

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his project reimagines classic architecture with contemporary vision. Nine residences replace three demolished dwellings, with two, three, and four bedrooms. Designed for work-from-home integration, they feature soaring ceilings and versatile floor plans. A restrained yet striking design contrasts textures and details like cladding, timber screening and hooded windows. Residents enjoy private entrances, parking with electric vehicle provisions, and storage.

Oak timber-look cabinetry adds warmth to living spaces, with a focus on natural light and harmony.

contact Yana Smith phone 0411 800 772 website clancyconstructions.com.au photographer Patrick Britt, BWRM

project Cumberland 266 contact Bianca Clair phone 0425 774 471 website hamlan.com.au

Best Sustainable Home

photographer Nikole Ramsay

Hamlan Homes

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he Cumberland 266 at Gen Fyansford is a testament to a commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability. Hamlan has incorporated a range of energy efficient features. Living in an energy efficient home reduces your ecological footprint and offers long-lasting benefits. The Cumberland 266 surpasses standard energy efficiency ratings with an impressive 7.1 NatHERS rating. With upgrades like a heat recovery mechanical ventilation unit and passive solar design, this home reduces energy bills and ensures comfort and clean air. It’s a truly comfortable and eco-conscious living space.

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esigned for a growing family, this modest home prioritises thermal performance and energy self-sufficiency. The layout maximises passive solar design; habitable rooms have north-facing windows with fixed horizontal shading for winter sun absorption and summer sun exclusion.

High-performance UPVC windows enable cross ventilation. With a NatHERS rating of 8.6, its predicted annual energy load for heating and cooling is low at 60.5MJ/m2. Primary heating is a wood fire fuelled by fallen trees on the property. Rainwater is collected on-site, while wastewater is treated via septic system.

contact Daniel Favaro phone 0402 912 032 website buildtrendhomes.com.au photographer KGMG Creative

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Enso Homes

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Wirilda Way Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, BWRM Bellarine

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Cumulus Avenue Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, BWRM Bellarine

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Rottness Drive Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, BWRM Bellarine

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Enso Homes

Enso Homes

MJS Built Pty Ltd Botanical Drive Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, BWRM Bellarine

Cashmore Drive Michael Stanley Project 0433 193 063 Contact mjsbuilt.com.au Phone Nic Stephens Photography Website Photo

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

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Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

MJS Built Pty Ltd

MJS Built Pty Ltd

MJS Built Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Lighthouse Design Sam Piasente 0477 883 469 ensohomes.com.au Stefan Young, BWRM Bellarine

Prestwick Ave Michael Stanley 0433 193 063 mjsbuilt.com.au Nic Stephens Photography

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Richardson Street Michael Stanley 0433 193 063 mjsbuilt.com.au Nic Stephens Photography

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Sagittarius Street Michael Stanley 0433 193 063 mjsbuilt.com.au Nic Stephens Photography

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Best Custom Home Over $2M

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$1M

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Larkin and Drought Builders

Larkin and Drought Builders

Signature Homes Geelong

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

The Terrace Drew Larkin And Craig Drought 0409 543 439 ldhomes.com.au Carli Wilson Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Hodgeson Street Craig Drought 0409 543 439 ldhomes.com.au Carli Wilson Photography

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Fyansford Courtyard House Bianca Burrell 0431 187 470 signaturehomes.net.au

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Signature Homes Geelong

Mackkcon Pty Ltd

Mackkcon Pty Ltd

Project Contact Phone Website

Sun Trap House Bianca Burrell 0431 187 470 signaturehomes.net.au

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Glenelg 147 Mark Uebergang 0447 877 946 mackkconhomes.com.au Damian Goodman, Goodman Photography and Custom Framing

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Taylor 152 Clarence Mark Uebergang 0447 877 946 mackkconhomes.com.au Damian Goodman, Goodman Photography and Custom Framing

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Massina Builders

Hudson Ridge Builders

Hudson Ridge Builders

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Pearsons Road Barn House Elliott Massina 0409 804 143 massinabuilders.com Chris Burnett Photography

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Brown Hill Residence Darren Fraser 0458 002 269 hudsonridge.com.au Donna Fraser Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Inverleigh Residence Darren Fraser 0458 002 269 hudsonridge.com.au Donna Fraser Photography

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$1M

Best Custom Home $300,000-$400,000

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Hayden Bromley Building Pty Ltd

Jetsonian Constructions

Jetsonian Constructions

Project Contact Phone Website

Lyons Street House Hayden Bromley 0409 258 587 haydenbromleybuilding.com.au

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Nikolaos street Scott Baker 0458 037 256 jetsonian.com.au Guille Guzzoni, Klapper Films

Best Multi Unit Development — Up to 3 Units

Best Volume Builder Display Home Over $500,000

Jetsonian Constructions

Metricon

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Sweeney Street Scott Baker 0458 037 256 jetsonian.com.au Scott Kittelty, One Point Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Artisan 55 Rachel Johnson 0409 029 262 metricon.com.au Kirralee Ashworth

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Bell Street Scott Baker 0458 037 256 jetsonian.com.au Stefan Young, BWRM Bellarine

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Kenrik Constructions Project Contact Phone Website Photo

House on the Hill Rick Kennedy 0401 475 842 kenrikconstructions.com Andy Forssman from Roseneath Creative

Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000-$350,000

Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000-$350,000

Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000-$350,000

Sherridon Homes

Sherridon Homes

Sherridon Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Jasper 25 Anchoridge Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Loft 37 Anchoridge Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Somers 22 Coridale Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

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Best Volume Builder Display Home $250,000-$350,000

Sherridon Homes Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Clifton 27GE Coridale Estate Atiya Jeka 0414 046 061 sherridonhomes.com.au Gerard Warrener, Digital Photography Inhouse

Best Custom Home $800,000-$1M

Best Display Home Over $500,000

VAND Builders

Simonds Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Bundaleer Ben Van Deuren 0409 870 825 vandbuilders.com.au Nikole Ramsay, Nikole Ramsay Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Whitelock 28 Coridale Charlie Summers 0402 066 570 simonds.com.au/vic David Finnegan, Sense 6

Best Display Home Over $500,000

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Simonds Homes

Stroud Homes Ballarat

Stroud Homes Ballarat

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Napier 53 Gen Fyansford Charlie Summers 0402 066 570 simonds.com.au/vic David Finnegan, Sense 6

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Durham Lead - Kentucky Simon Walshe 0438 366 996 stroudhomes.com.au/ballarat-builder Travis Britt, Cre8

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Seaview Simon Walshe 0438 366 996 stroudhomes.com.au/ballarat-builder Travis Britt, Cre8

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Display Home $350,000-$500,000

Best Display Home Over $500,000

Derbyshire Homes

Geelong Homes

Hamlan Homes

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Barwon Heads Bek Lennon 0405 725 930 derbyshire.com.au Nikole Ramsay, Nikole Ramsay Photography

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Riverside 246 Bianca Clair 0437 143 362 geelonghomes.com.au Nikole Ramsay, Nikole Ramsay Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Cumberland 266 Bianca Clair 0437 143 362 hamlan.com.au Nikole Ramsay, Nikole Ramsay Photography

Best Sustainable Home

Best Custom Home Over $2M

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Hamlan Homes

CJ Henderson Builders

Geelong Property Investments Pty lTd

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Cumberland 266 Bianca Clair 0425 774 471 hamlan.com.au Nikole Ramsay, Nikole Ramsay Photography

Best Multi Unit Development – 4 to 12 units

Clancy Constructions Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Park Avenue Ocean Grove Yana Smith 0411 800 772 clancyconstructions.com.au Patrick Britt, BWRM

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Horizon Wye River David Moyle 0417 160 078 ballaratcm.com.au Josh Driscoll, Josh Driscoll Creative & Anastasia Nixon, Anastasia Nixon Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Coolatai Cam Henderson 0418 136 427 cjhenderson.com.au Niche Photography

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Best Renovation/Addition Over $1M

Flynn Built Homes

Bespoke Homes and Renovations

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Ocean Grove Angie Morelli 0438 005 528 flynnbuilthomes.com.au Nic Stephens, Nic Stephens Photography

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Kerrie Dean Cummings 0400 052 901 builtbybespoke.com.au Bespoke Homes

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Custom Home $400,000-$500,000

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

Bespoke Homes and Renovations

VR Builders

VR Builders

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Dorothy May Dean Cummings 0400 052 901 builtbybespoke.com.au Jane Rickard, Life in Light

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Parkins Reef Rd Ross O’Neill 0409 858 881 vrbuilders.com.au/#1 Shayne Hill, Xtreme Visuals

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Symes Rd Ross O’Neill 0409 858 881 vrbuilders.com.au/#1 Shayne Hill, Xtreme Visuals

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Best Sustainable Home

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VR Builders

VR Builders

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Nankervis Rd Ross O’Neill 0402 912 032 vrbuilders.com.au/#2 Shayne Hill, Xtreme Visuals

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Wyndham St Ross O’Neill 0409 858 881 vrbuilders.com.au/#1 Shayne Hill, Xtreme Visuals

Best Volume Builder Display Home Over $500,000

Metricon Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Highlander 66 Rachel Johnson 0409 029 262 metricon.com.au Kirralee Ashworth

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000-$1M

Best Custom Home $500,000-$600,000

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Edifice Construction Pty Ltd

Col Gowers Homes

Col Gowers Homes

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Ponton Dugald Campbell 0409 935 378 edicon.net.au Leon Schotts, Leon Schotts Photography

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Marci Court Jason Gowers 0412 744 526 colgowershomes.com.au Vision House Photography

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Rodi, Menzies Terrace Jason Gowers 0412 744 526 colgowershomes.com.au Vision House Photography

Best Custom Home $600,000-$800,000

Best Sustainable Home

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

BuildTrend Homes Pty Ltd

BuildTrend Homes P/L

Bruce Lee Builder

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Newham Project Daniel Favaro 0434 552 640 buildtrendhomes.com.au KGMG Creative

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Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Newham Project Daniel Favaro 0402 912 032 buildtrendhomes.com.au KGMG Creative

Project Contact Phone Website Photo

Chalmers Residence Casey Lee 0437 589 332 bruceleebuilder.com.au Adam Hobbs from Admedia Australia and Darren Seiler from Darren Seiler Photography