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2018 Housing & Construction Awards
Sunshine Coast 2018 Housing & Construction Awards - Master Builders Queensland
Welcome
                                                                                                                                       With Will Wilson,
                                                                                                                                       Master Builders Sunshine Coast regional manager

                                                                                                       When I think back over the years of Master Builders Housing & Construction
                                                                                                       Awards ceremonies, I see smiling, excited faces, champagne glasses clinking
                                                                                                       as success and hard work is celebrated.
                                                                                                          The steel caps and hi-vis are stowed away, the gala gowns and dinner coats
                                                                                                       dusted, shoes shined and the daily grind put on hold for a night of celebration.
                                                                                                       Colleagues, contractors and connections come together as we celebrate
                                                                                                       those at the forefront of building innovation and quality craftsmanship.

       Contents                                                                                           Master Builders Housing & Construction Awards cater for entrants ranging
                                                                                                       from apprentices to trade contractors and small family businesses to the
                                                                                                       biggest names in the building and construction industry. It is with great honour
                                                                                                       that I welcome you to the 2018 winners’ magazine.
                                                                                                          The calibre of entries into this year’s awards program has been second to
                                                                                                       none and highlights the exceptional skills and craftsmanship of the Sunshine

       03        Full List of this Year’s Winners: For construction,                                   Coast’s Master Builders.
                 housing, individual and major awards.                                                    Over the past few months, our panel of judges have attended each entrant’s
                                                                                                       property and made a thorough assessment against a list of strict criteria. This

       04        2018 Master Builders House of the Year:
                 Peter Curley Constructions
                                                                                                       included quality of workmanship, degree of construction difficulty, external
                                                                                                       appeal, sitting and aspect along with amenities and aesthetics.

       05        2018 Master Builders Project of the Year:                                                Each of our entrants has put their business, product and workmanship under
                 Hutchinson Builders                                                                   scrutiny as part of an extremely competitive process. Their work, whether a
                                                                                                       winner this year or not, is a credit to the unwavering quality and craftsmanship

       06        Individual Awards: The Rising Star and Women in
                 Building Awards for 2018
                                                                                                       of a Master Builder.
                                                                                                          Since 1882, Master Builders has been the voice of the industry, representing

       07        Individual Awards:                                                                    the interests of our members and the broader industry. We are the peak body
                 The Apprentice of the Year 2018                                                       of practical and relevant information to the industry and consumers.
                                                                                                          We have helped thousands of builders and trade contractors to operate

       08        Meet Your Master Builders: Find the perfect builder to
                 suit your personal needs and style.
                                                                                                       professional, profitable and viable businesses that deliver superior quality and
                                                                                                       craftsmanship to their customers.
                                                                                                          The Sunshine Coast Housing & Construction Awards carry a long and
       25        Why Build with Masters: Find out why Master Builders
                 are the best choice for your next build or renovation
                                                                                                       distinguished history of showcasing the absolute best in the industry, and the
                                                                                                       level of competition among this year’s entrants is unsurpassed. If you are

       26        Social Pictures from the Awards: Did we catch you at
                 the 2018 Master Builders Awards?
                                                                                                       considering a new build or renovation, please consider this book a showcase
                                                                                                       of the incredible work that can be achieved when choosing a Master Builder.

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                    Cover photo: 2018 House of the Year by Peter Curley Constructions photographed by Patrick Oberem House and Project of the Year: Words by Erle Levey

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AWARDS WINNERS

AWARD WINNERS
These builders have been recognised for their achievements in excellence within the construction industry

Construction                                                Display Home over $551,000                                 Medium Density up to 3 Storeys
Education Facilities up to $10 million                      GM Coastal Developments                                    – 2 to 5 Dwellings
Badge Constructions                                         Golf Course Display Home                                   B A Murphy Constructions
Immanuel Lutheran College                                   Individual Home up to $250,000                             Lakeside Villas
- Year 2 and 3 GLA Building                                 Qld Built                                                  Medium Density up to 3 Storeys
Education Facilities over $10 million                       The Aura Home                                              – over 5 Dwellings
F K Gardner and Sons                                        Individual Home $251,000 – $350,000                        R C Q Construction
Baringa State Primary School                                Mick Gilbert Homes                                         Aquiv
Sporting Facilities                                         Tallowwood                                                 Excellence in Sustainable Living
Badge Constructions                                         Individual Home $351,000 – $450,000                        Josh Martin Design & Constructions
USC Sports Stadium Refurbishment                            Blinco Constructions                                       Wilson Residence
Community Service Facilities                                Kingfisher                                                 Residential Trade Contractor of the Year
Ri-con Contractors                                          Individual Home $451,000 – $550,000                        Phoenix Fencing & Landscapes
Curra Community Hall                                        Ausmar Homes                                               The Retreat
Tourism and Leisure Facilities up to $10 million            Ausmar Custom Home – Bryan residence
Ruby Developments                                           Individual Home $551,000 – $650,000
Living Gems Pacific Paradise – Country Club                 Grant McDonald Homes                                       Trade Contractor/Speciality
Commercial Building up to $5 million                        Riviera House                                              Best Residential Bathroom
Hutchinson Builders                                         Individual Home $651,000 – $750,000                        Platinum Residential Designer Homes
Peregian Beach Digital Hub                                  D J Sommer Homes                                           Home Waters
Commercial Building over $50 million                        Mountain View Home                                         Best Residential Kitchen
Hutchinson Builders                                         Individual Home $751,000 – $950,000                        Platinum Residential Designer Homes
Youi Headquarters                                           K J Homes                                                  Home Waters
Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storeys)             Schutt House                                               Best Residential Swimming Pool
up to $20 million                                           Individual Home $951,000 – $1.25 million                   D R M Design & Construction
Walter Iezzi Building Group                                 Stuart Homes & Renovations                                 Duke Project
Elysee Alexandra Headland                                   Sol-Aer
Refurbishment/Renovation up to $750,000                     Individual Home $1.26 million – $2 million
Watermark Constructions                                     D R M Design and Construction                              Individuals
Pier 33 Mooloolaba                                          Duke Project                                               Apprentice of the Year
Refurbishment/Renovation over $750,000                      Individual Home over $2 million                            Reece Cleeton
Hutchinson Builders                                         Peter Curley Constructions                                 East Coast Apprenticeships
Bryant House Extension                                      Tropical Contemporary House                                Rising Star
Excellence in Energy Efficiency and                         Best Use of Sloping Sites up to $500,000                   Tyson Dalziell
Environmental Management                                    A &M Hoogenhout Constructions                              Ty Style Pty Ltd
Hutchinson Builders                                         Buderim Forest                                             Women in Building
Moko Dewatering                                             Best Use of Sloping Sites over $500,000                    Laurie Tucker
Excellence in Workplace Health and Safety                   Damien Davidson Builders                                   Murphy Builders
Hutchinson Builders                                         White Water House                                          Alan Eichmann Memorial Award for Quality
Hutchinson Builders Sunshine Coast Office                   Best Use of Steel Frame Housing                            Workmanship
Commercial Trade Contractor of the Year                     Coral Homes Qld                                            Kernohan Construction
GT Tiling Qld                                               Santorini 29 MkII                                          Cayman
Youi Headquarters                                           Home Renovation/Remodelling
                                                            Project up to $275,000
                                                            Swan and Neill Building Solutions                          Major
Housing                                                     Yandina                                                    President’s Award
Display Home up to $250,000                                 Home Renovation/Remodelling                                Qld Built
Bold Living                                                 Project $276,000 – $575,000                                The Aura Home
Calypso 187                                                 Koncept Construction                                       Project of the Year
Display Home $251,000 – $350,000                            Lowanna Drive                                              Hutchinson Builders
Matira Developments                                         Home Renovation/Remodelling                                Youi Headquarters
Jagera 250                                                  Project $576,000 – $1 million                              House of the Year
Display Home $351,000 – $450,000                            Damien Davidson Builders                                   Peter Curley Constructions
Vantage Homes Qld                                           North Sunshine House                                       Tropical Contemporary House
Sinatra Display Home                                        Home Renovation/Remodelling
Display Home $451,000 – $550,000                            Project over $1 million
Plantation Homes                                            Damien Davidson Builders
Mirage 43                                                   White Water House

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HOUSE OF THE YEAR

Right out of the box on the Circle
Peter Curley Constructions wins 2018 House of the Year

An intricate building constructed over three levels and                    Upstairs, the curved steel ceilings have been lined          period. With garden beds, saunas and bathrooms part
encompassing a variety of lifestyle features has taken                   with timber and cantilevered over the outdoor living as        of the basement construction the drainage system
out the 2018 Master Builders Sunshine Coast House of                     well as partly covering the riverfront swimming pool.          needed to be innovative and precise for effective
the Year.                                                                This creates a seamless effect of floating out towards         functioning.
   From rooftop garden and solar generation to                           the water.                                                        The ground level consists of a guest bedroom with
waterfront pool and expansive basement, the house at                       The basement level consists of gym, sauna,                   ensuite, a powder room, office, laundry, sumptuous
Witta Circle, Noosa Heads, is an example of                              bathroom, wine cellar, car garage, atrium, concrete            living and dining areas, butler’s kitchen, kitchen and
craftsmanship and ingenuity on many levels.                              suspended stair and lift access.                               serving bench, plus internal gardens.
   Peter Curley said this was a very challenging and                       Meticulous attention was given to all areas of the              The first level is serviced by an internal lift and the
rewarding home to build.                                                 screw piling, footings, slab details and the installation of   spiral staircase. There are a further three bedrooms on
   “Many elements of the build needed careful                            waterproof membrane.                                           this level, all ensuited and with walk-in robes.
consideration for its services to be installed.                            The infrastructure required to allow the excavation             The main ensuite contains a solid stone bath and
   “I cannot explain how much detail was involved, and                   for this basement area included filtration units, water        vanity bench with integrated basins. These hand-made
the infrastructure to go in place at the start to make it                pumps, equipment for de-watering, boring and                   items add to the finish of this open, light-filled area
work.’’                                                                  grouting, excavators and on-site concrete pumping              with a garden bed sitting alongside the bath. Several
   The multi-level home faces the water and has a                        equipment.                                                     garden beds contain edible fruit and vegetables. All the
bushland backdrop. Access to the site was restricted to                    The de-watering of the site was an integral start of         gardens are automatically irrigated and drained from
single vehicle street parking.                                           construction and was monitored weekly by an                    the basement.
   All-concrete roof and floor structures meant there                    environmental scientist to check all water was in a               Hidden behind the timber-look aluminium screening
were minimal ceiling spaces to work with. And the                        clean and healthy condition.                                   is the solar pool heating while a 15kw solar system is
house has a basement two metres below the level of                         The quality of the water once filtered on all                also fitted.
the Noosa River.                                                         occasions was equal to if not better than the quality of          The glass-roofed outdoor kitchen has a built-in
   Such was the degree of problem-solving, the                           the adjacent river. Installation of the concrete piling        barbecue with pizza oven. The full-length swimming
magnificent blackbutt timber central staircase was                       took four weeks and the de-watering system ran                 pool has raised clear edges that gives the impression of
made in two sections in order to get through the entry                   continuously until the ground-level concrete slab was          water floating above the surrounds.
doors.                                                                   completed and backfilled. This spanned a 16-week                  Quite simply, a house like no other.

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PROJECT OF THE YEAR

A place of vision
Hutchinson Builders take out 2018 Project of the Year with Youi

A landmark building that embraces the vision of the
education and innovation hub at Sippy Downs has
been named 2018 Master Builders Sunshine Coast
Project of the Year.
   It’s one of the catalyst projects within the emerging
Sippy Downs business and technology district.
   Developed on 4.88ha, the Youi Headquarters abuts
the University of the Sunshine Coast, sporting precinct,
primary school and retail centre.
   Located in a gateway site at Sippy Downs, the vision
was to provide a headquarters and public plaza that
reflected Youi’s fun and dynamic culture.
   The development required a building to
accommodate 1700 staff within 11,000sq m of nett
lettable area.
   The project was handed over to the client ahead of
original practical completion date, on budget and to
Youi Insurance’s expectations.
   The level of quality and workmanship was a
collaboration between all stakeholders involved in
designing and building the Youi headquarters building.
   Quality, sustainability and longevity were all elements
that drove the project.
   A clearly articulated brief outlining desired outcomes
provided key areas of focus with regards to financial        while angling in plan to align with the sweeping                      Remaining online to the world 24/7 was so crucial
issues.                                                      roadway.                                                           to the client that two separate fibre optic systems
   The 4.88ha site needed considerable input from civil         The two simple yet distinct upper forms provide a               were installed, as well as back-up generators to
engineers with the creation of new roads and on-grade        variety of facade treatments that respond to the                   transformers and battery systems to maintain power.
parking, landscape architect contribution for public         orientation.                                                          Chilled water has been used as part of a
plaza and treatment of extensive parking areas.                 Full-height glazing addresses the plaza, providing              high-performance air-conditioning system, along
   With a designated project team and upwards of 160         transparency to the public face of the building and                with heat banks and water harvesting.
on site overall, a good working relationship throughout      maximising internal view-lines through the floorplate                 Youi took the opportunity to connect with the
was essential.                                               while solar penetration to the east/west is controlled by          public by including Youiversity on the ground floor
   The architectural concept was to float the building       reduced glazing and vertical sun shading elements.                 as an educational space for the multi-purpose room
above the ground floor plan, merging the public                 Large, efficient open plan floorplates, interconnected          for functions/ceremonies that is open to community
plaza/landscape with the building’s ground floor             by light-filled stairs, offer flexibility to cater for future      groups the company works with.
functions.                                                   business growth while promoting movement                              This is a building not only for today but for
   The building addresses the public plaza to the north      throughout the building other than lifts.                          tomorrow.

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PROFILE

Attention to                                                                                                        Inspiring women
detail is what                                                                                                      in building
sets him apart                                                                                                      Laurie Tucker always knew she loved construction
                                                                                                                    but craved something more.

2018 Master Builders Queensland Rising Star winner Tyson Dalziel                                                      A career as a building drafter and designer built up her
said he was humbled by an award that recognised those at the                                                          practical knowledge but it was Laurie Tucker’s
forefront of building innovation and quality craftsmanship.                                                           experience with Murphy Builders that ignited a passion
                                                                                                                      for on-site supervision.
                                                                                                                        “In my annual review in 2015, I worked up the
Tyson Dalziel is a builder, carpenter and timber enthusiast who
                                                                                                                      courage to tell my boss that my five-year plan was to
founded his own business, Ty Style Constructions, in 2013.
                                                                                                                      become site supervisor,” she said.
   A hands-on approach means he both oversees building projects
                                                                                                                        “I prepared myself to be disappointed but he
and works alongside the carpentry team to ensure outstanding
                                                                                                                      surprised me. Soon after, Murphy Homes enrolled me
workmanship.
                                                                                           in the Certificate IV in Building and Construction so I could fulfil my dream.”
   “Carpentry is a craftsmanship, not a job,” Mr Dalziel said.
                                                                                              With the Certificate IV completed, Ms Tucker said she loved being on site.
   “It takes patience, precision and forward-thinking, which are qualities I believe are
                                                                                              “Every day is different and some days have been a steep learning curve – I’ll
essential to possess as a builder. I like to pay attention to details, with a focus on
                                                                                           admit I have learnt many things the hard way and have developed a decent
making sure even the smallest of tasks are done right as I take a lot of pride in my
                                                                                           sense of humour,” she said.
workmanship and the workmanship of my subcontractors to ensure I deliver a
                                                                                              Ms Tucker has several projects under her “tool” belt already and has
high-quality home for my clients.”
                                                                                           undertaken further training in first aid and working at heights.
   Mr Dalziel started his apprenticeship straight after school and credits his mentor,
                                                                                              “The best part of my job is seeing the smiles on a client’s face when you
Jim Evans, with making him the builder he is today.
                                                                                           bring them to site for a walk-through as they meander through their dream
   “Quality was his game and I spent four years with him learning it,” he said.
                                                                                           home or the delight when I get to hand over the keys to their beautiful new
   He said the trust instilled in him by Mr Evans gave him confidence in his ability to
                                                                                           abode,” she said.
achieve anything he wanted in the
                                                                                              As winner of the Women in Building award, Ms Tucker hopes to see more
industry.
                                                                                           women on site, which she believes brings a vibrant, positive and proactive
   It’s something Mr Dalziel’s
                                                                                           influence to the construction industry.
carried with him into his own
business, with a motto of “leading
from the front”.
   “You’re only as good as your
weakest member,” he said.
   “So you need to make sure that
you’re putting the right processes
in place to ensure that you’re
getting the best out of your team/
subbies. It’s incredible how far
saying thank you at the end of the
day can go.”

                                                                                             Congratulations
   His Rising Star award is the
region’s way of saying thank you
back.

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                                                  Apprentice of the Year
                                                  for 2018
                                                  Reece Cleeton is not afraid of hard work and it is this determination that led
                                                  him to be named 2018 Master Builders Apprentice of the Year.

                                                  Representing Linear Construction, Reece said he was driven by his competitive
                                                  nature to deliver the highest-quality finish on all his projects.
                                                    This exceptional work ethic is backed by extensive experience, having
                                                  previously worked under Planet Homes building high-end, sustainable
                                                  architectural homes throughout the Sunshine Coast, as well as his work with
                                                  Linear Construction on projects where he has been doing all aspects of the build
                                                  including plastering, landscaping, concreting, painting and cabinetmaking.
                                                    Reece’s inspiration to succeed in the building industry hits close to home, as it
                                                  does for many other family-based builders.
                                                    As a keen learner always ready to improve on his skills, Reece stands out from
                                                  the crowd and his talent and hard work doesn’t go unrecognised by his
                                                  employers and Tafe supervisors.
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                                                  ‘‘   My dad is my biggest motivation and not like
                                                  you’d expect – he is proud of me no matter what
                                                  but I always want to make him prouder. He has
                                                  been a part of the construction industry my whole
                                                  life and I would love to be as successful as he was
                                                  and give my kids the life he gave us.”— Reece Cleeton

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Sophisticated style
takes no prejudice
How can you fit four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a double garage, living areas, alfresco area and a
courtyard onto a tiny block – without making it feel cramped?

Let us paint you a picture.                                              double garage, living areas, alfresco area and a          employees very excited for the future.
   You live in paradise with the goal of designing and                   courtyard onto a block this size – without making it        “The award means a lot to us, giving us confidence
building your first home. You spend your weekends                        feel cramped?                                             that buyers are looking for something different,” he
wandering the display villages and your evenings                            Surprisingly, that’s the easier part. The real         said.
browsing Instagram for inspiration.                                      challenge arises when the client wants to do all of         “We pride ourselves on thinking outside the box to
   You know your style. It’s clean, contemporary,                        the above and, in addition, make their home stand         design and build homes that stand out, no matter the
modern and slightly industrial. You love bold                            out for its designer appeal and street presence.          budget category they fall into.”
contrasts in colours paired with the beautiful                              The result boldly speaks for itself.                     QldBUILT was also awarded the Master Builders
simplicity of open spaces.                                                  No matter from which angle you approach the            Sunshine Coast President’s Award, which recognises
   You prefer minimalism over clutter. A blank wall is                   Aura home, you cannot deny its differences. The           the best home a first home owner or young family
a blank canvas for your imagination. You’d rather                        striking matte black and dark timber facade is the        can aspire to.
keep it blank until you find the perfect piece of                        perfect introduction to what lies through the large         Master Builders Sunshine Coast regional manager
artwork to hang.                                                         clear glass front door.                                   Will Wilson commended the building company.
   You want your house to represent your style and                          Immediately upon entering, the high ceilings give        “Dom Tyacke and the team at qldBUILT have
how you choose to live.                                                  an unlikely sense of space. Paired with polished          delivered a home that few first home owners would
   This is exactly the situation in which the owners of                  concrete floors and crisp white walls, the home’s         dare to dream of within the budget a young family
the award-winning Aura Home found themselves.                            total size could quite easily be mistaken for             could afford,” he said.
   They’d purchased a block of land in the newly                         something much larger.
released Aura estate and were grappling with the                            Bi-fold doors at the rear capture the coastal
decision of choosing a designer and builder.
   They knew their style – bold, striking, modern and
spacious. But they couldn’t find what they were
                                                                         breezes and open the home to the outside world.
                                                                         Inside and outside blend seamlessly to connect
                                                                         spaces that would normally be divided. This makes
                                                                                                                                   ‘‘  It was an amazing surprise
                                                                                                                                   to win the President’s Award.
                                                                                                                                   At the start of the project we
looking for in the display villages.                                     the home rich with configuration possibilities and
   So when they approached Dominic Tyacke,                               extends the living spaces dramatically.                   set out to create a unique and
director and builder at qldBUILT, to tell him about                         The clean, architecturally inspired design allows it
their dreams and visions, he couldn’t resist the                         to sit prominently within its neighbouring homes. It
                                                                                                                                   affordable home for our
challenge.                                                               brings to the table a new style of suburban living.       client, so winning an award
   Lots smaller than 300sq m are common on the                              The home has recently been awarded by the              that recognises exactly that
Coast, which is presenting builders with an exciting                     Master Builders Association Sunshine Coast 2018
new challenge.                                                           Best Individual Home Under $250,000.                      was great.”
   How can you fit four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a                          Mr Tyacke said the win had made company                — Dom Tyacke

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                                                                        Revitalisation for
                                                                        outstanding icon
                                                                        Dealing with a neglected but significant building from the past was never going to be easy but
                                                                        Watermark Constructions truly stepped up for the challenge

                                                                        On inception of the old Mooloolaba Yacht Club                stunning end product.
                                                                        refurbishment project, Watermark Constructions was              Pier 33 Mooloolaba is a unique setting where light,
                                                                        under no illusion that this was going to be a                colour and natural materials are strategically designed
                                                                        straightforward build.                                       across key areas of the building to provide a striking
                                                                           Standing face to face with a 60-year-old,                 design and a contrast to the building’s natural palette
                                                                        unmaintained icon from the past, Watermark                   that are unlike any other.
                                                                        Constructions set a heavy emphasis on a malleable,              The brief was to achieve a light and vibrant space
                                                                        D&C-style building that allowed for the unknown to be        that accentuates the nautical and coastal elements of
                                                                        discovered, decisively planned and executed to               the site and the natural surrounding coastline. What
                                                                        minimise delay on the tight three-month time frame.          was produced is a true reflection of this.
                                                                           A tailored collaboration between Watermark                   The coastal Hamptons feeling that emulates within
                                                                        Constructions, the client and the OGE Group team             the walls has been emphasised by the panelling,
                                                                        provided the necessary input at critical stages of the       Mediterranean feature tiling, vibrant lawn, white picket
                                                                        build to drive this project forward.                         fencing and intricate yet rustic timber details. It
                                                                           There were countless hurdles that were overcome           provides a stunning arena to enjoy some of the Coast’s
                                                                        within the project, due to the weary state of the            best scenery.
                                                                        existing building, years of neglect and the superior            Optimistic vision to achieve the perceivably
                                                                        reputation of the client they wanted to uphold.              impossible has allowed Watermark Constructions to
                                                                           However all of this effort was worth it for the           transform this Sunshine Coast icon inside and out.

        Restoring the past,
        building the future.
        From commercial fit-out & renovations to
        government projects & large tenders.
        Watermark Constructions are an award-winning builder with over 18 years
        experience specializing in commercial fit-out, renovation, multi-residential,
        commercial construction and insurance repair. Watermark continue to
        surpass our client expectations through providing;

          Quality Service • Quality Communication • Quality Staff • Quality Outcomes

        Carpentry | Plumbing | Electrical | Mould & Sanitation | Asbestos Removal | Air Conditioning | Cleaning | Concreting | Tiling
        Equipment Hire | Excavation & Earthworks | Locksmith | Plastering | Painting | Roofing – Metal/Tile | Waterproofing | Cabinet Making

                                                                           Head Office: 4/29 Premier Circuit, Warana Qld. 4575             www.watermarkconstructions.com.au
                                                                           Phone: 1800 3777 92 or 07 5437 7792                             QBSA Act Licence No: 1055 033

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Turning everyday
life into a holiday
Platinum designer homes are unlike any other – their unique designs and innovative vision will set
your home apart from any other in the neighbourhood.

If you dream of a house unlike any other, that is              18-week turnaround (depending on the size of the
customised to the finest detail, then look no further than     home).
Platinum Residential Designer Homes.                              A great example of the business’s attention to detail
   Business partners Anthony Stopka and Aaron Everett          can be seen in an immaculate project they recently
founded the company on the values of precision and             constructed in Twin Waters. The two-storey
originality back in 2007. Eleven years down the track,         masterpiece makes the most of Queensland’s lifestyle,
these core values help the company excel above the             with open-plan living and panoramic waterfront views.
rest, well-known in the region as the custom design            The poolside living area appears detached from the rest
experts.                                                       of the house, which promotes a resort feel that carries
   The dedicated team works with clients to ensure their       throughout the remainder of the home.
new home perfectly suits their unique vision and lifestyle.       Not one corner was overlooked in the design and
   When building with Platinum, clients can expect             construction process of this home, with every part
nothing but the best in every aspect of the project,           offering outstanding views and an abundance of natural
whether that be in communication, planning,                    light. This was achieved by the addition of retracting
construction or delivery. Their dedicated staff and            glass doors that infuse the outdoors with indoors.
exceptional craftsmen will assure you that you are                No two jobs are the same and the staff at Platinum
investing well.                                                are excited by new challenges. Platinum is delivering
   No job is too big or too small for Platinum Homes and       Sunshine Coast residents with unique homes to make
all projects are usually delivered within a comfortable        owners feel as if they’re on a never-ending holiday.

                                                                                Display Home Locations
                                                                                           QUEENSLAND
                                                                                 11 & 13 Sydney Avenue
                                                                             Pelican Waters, Caloundra
                                                                                         M. 0419 092 664
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                                                                                  2018 Best Residential Bathroom

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PROFILE

About McLachlan Homes
Since opening their first display home at Mountain Creek in 1997, this national award-winning company has been
dedicated to creating and building stunning, liveable homes from Noosa to South Brisbane.

Mclachlan Homes believes their progression to                          latest products, colours, trends and technologies.     craftsmen who are not only reliable but offer a high
becoming the leading family-owned company is                              Feel confident with the availability to meet with   quality of workmanship and exceptional attention
based on its valued customers and its motto of                         experienced new homes designers and colour             to detail that you can depend on.
“built around lifestyle”.                                              consultants to guide you in planning your dream          Many repeat customers have enjoyed interactions
  With this passion for high-level customer service,                   home.                                                  with the same trades and suppliers years later on
McLachlan’s prides itself on tailoring each project                       Enjoy regular contact with your own personal        their second and third projects, which is a
to reflect its client’s individual lifestyle, taste and                customer service officer from the contract stage       testimony to their high-quality skill and knowledge.
budget. In line with a more personalised experience                    through to completion.                                   Once construction is under way you can enjoy
than other franchise competitors, this local                              Offering straight-forward problem-solving with      the flexibility to meet with these trusted craftsmen
family-owned builder offers flexibility and                            someone who knows everything about your build          including painters, electricians, plumbers,
high-quality workmanship.                                              and is with you all the way is a tried-and-tested      cabinetmakers etc.
  McLachlan Homes encourages their customers                           formula for success.
to be involved as much or as little as they like in                                                                           Regular contact with your new homes supervisor
every step of the planning and construction                            Variations to contract – no administration fee         McLachlan’s encourages its clients to communicate
process.                                                               Personalise your lifestyle, because nobody knows       not only with the office but also directly with their
                                                                       what you want better than you.                         new homes supervisor.
Dedicated team of head office staff                                       If a change is needed, McLachlan’s offers the          This service sets the company apart from its
Behind the scenes of every McLachlan home is a                         flexibility to make it happen – unlike many of its     competitors where no or limited contact is offered.
dedicated and hard-working team, many of whom                          competitors, where variations are not allowed or       You can have confidence in being able to speak
have more than 10 years of continuous service.                         can incur a hefty administration fee.                  directly to your experienced supervisor via email,
  Their passion and drive fuel each project,                              Whether it be a simple colour change or a           phone or on-site about your project.
bringing the collective wealth across all areas of                     structural item you didn’t think about, McLachlan’s       McLachlan Homes will work with you, ensuring
sales, drafting, estimating, pre-construction,                         offers these variations to all clients with no         that your new home is much more than bricks and
customer service, accounts and after-care service.                     administration cost.                                   mortar.

One-on-one pre-construction planning                                   Long-standing team of craftsmen                        Visit the award-winning display locations today for
Take advantage of their depth of knowledge on the                      McLachlan’s has a long-standing team of talented       more information.

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                                                                                                  “THIS build in particular was very personal and
                                                                                                  it’s a building from my heart and how I see
                                                                                                  home functions and feeling,” said Mr Mills.
                                                                                                      “It’s one person’s vision of adapting a
                                                                                                  home to the landscape, thinking outside the
                                                                                                  box with a strong emphasis on design.”
                                                                                                      Mr Mills said as part of the challenge he
                                                                                                  sought to find an “obscure” lot for the home
                                                                                                  with the aim of maximising the block without
                                                                                                  losing the same sense of flow found in a home
                                                                                                  on a more traditional rectangular block.
                                                                                                      “We came across the block in question
                                                                                                  backing onto the golf course at Peregian
                                                                                                  Springs, an 810 sqm block with a frontage of
                                                                                                  33m tapering to 15m at the rear,” he said of
                                                                                                  the winning Sunshine Coast entry in the 2018
                                                                                                  Master Builders Housing and Construction
                                                                                                  Awards for display homes over $551,000.

                                                                                                    “Our aim was to show
                                                                                                  potential clients as a concept
                                                                                                  to completion construction
                                                                                                  company, we can adapt
                                                                                                  to any shape block.”

                                                                                                     The four-bedroom, four-bathroom home

A home built from the heart
                                                                                                  has a stunning entrance intended to “make a
                                                                                                  statement of design”. An abstract timber feature
                                                                                                  stretches across the front entrance with triangular
                                                                                                  concrete pads with pebble infills between the
GM Coast Developments directors Phil Mills and Andrew Gaul came together with a vision
                                                                                                  front door. The approx. 4m high foyer features
to put design at the forefront of the build process. Coming from two people that live and
                                                                                                  a 12 sqm skylight above the doorway, creating
breathe design it was only natural they would want to shake things up in the industry.
                                                                                                  abundant space and light. Clever storage areas
   By eliminating the requirement for external architects and designers from the design process
                                                                                                  are a feature of the entrance way and the theme
they are able to connect with the client to deliver a family home that not only compliments
                                                                                                  continues into the main kitchen which has a secret
their lifestyle but minimizes the mis-communication throughout the build process.
                                                                                                  door to an additional expansive butler’s pantry.
                                                                                                     “The objective of the kitchen was to be strong
                                                                                                  on storage, functionality and practicality all
                                                                                                  combined with a modern, slick look,” Mr Mills said.
                                                                                                  “The island bench is a full slab of ‘Moak’ which is
                                                                                                  pure granite from the Silestone Cosentino range.
                                                                                                  The same benchtop is continued throughout the
                                                                                                  kitchen, butler’s pantry and the BBQ area outside.”
                                                                                                     The kitchen flows to an open dining and living
                                                                                                  area with bay window seating cantilevering
                                                                                                  over the outside pool, garden and the alfresco
                                                                                                  area, which is under a 7m x 6m floating roof.
                                                                                                  This eliminates the need for a corner post,
                                                                                                  which would have restricted the view of the
                                                                                                  golf course and limited furniture settings.
                                                                                                     While the design elements on the outside of
                                                                                                  the home are amazing, there is no shortage of
                                                                                                  innovation in the interior. Highlights include the
                                                                                                  media room, an open walkway with low level
                                                                                                  floor lights, partitioned powder/shower room,
                                                                                                  2 Pac doors and a 6m x 4m master bedroom
                                                                                                  with a spectacular 4.2m x 3.2m ensuite and a
                                                                                                  walk-in robe with a draw down bar for easy
                                                                                                  access for hanging shirts and pants up high.
                                                                                                     Mr Mills said while the home was being
                                                                                                  constructed he had moments of self-doubt as he
                                                                                                  was “living and breathing” the project. “But the
                                                                                                  response from visitors when they came through
                                                                                                  was just ‘wow’, and you get revitalised by that.”
                                                                                                     He paid tribute to his wife Lee who had a key
                                                                                                  supporting role with elements of the interior design.
                                                                                                     “This is a very abstractly-designed house and
                                                                                                  Lee with her interior design input throughout
                                                                                                  the project furnished and dressed the home
                                                                                                  perfectly with her finishing touch,” he said. “It’s
                                                                                                  helped bring the emotion into the place.”
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                                                                     2018 WINNER

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                                service from concept to completion.                  Developments
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                                With our own creative and innovative            Concept to Completion
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 house should look!             dreaming about, we will make it a reality.
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PROFILE

                                                                        Excellence in multi-use
                                                                        development
                                                                        RCQ Construction plans and manages medium and large-scale projects from
                                                                        Brisbane through to Townsville.

                                                                        Established in 1987, RCQ Construction has grown             awards for RCQ was a boutique-sized multi-use
                                                                        into one of Queensland’s most trusted and dynamic           development. This project offers ground-floor retail
                                                                        building companies and is proud to announce it won          plus A-grade commercial office space fitted out with
                                                                        a prestigious prize at the 2018 Sunshine Coast Master       the latest technology infrastructure.
                                                                        Builders Awards, taking out the prize for House of             To complete the mix, the residential tower
                                                                        Medium Density between Two to Five Storeys.                 comprises six units per floor over three levels (18 in
                                                                           This year was unique for RCQ, with two projects          total). Each spacious apartment has two bedrooms
                                                                        competing against each other in the same category           and two bathrooms, with the top-floor apartments
                                                                        – including Riverland Residences and Aquiv                  featuring generously sized terrace areas that take in
                                                                        Brightwater, part of Stocklands Mainwaring                  ocean and hinterland views.
                                                                        Collection.                                                    Due to the location, design and quality, all three
                                                                           While the company was very proud of both                 projects have appealed to owner-occupier buyers.
                                                                        projects, it was the Aquiv building that ultimately            RCQ feels confident about the growth of the
                                                                        wowed the judges for the win.                               Sunshine Coast region, due to the unprecedented
                                                                           Aquiv is the second stage of four stages that RCQ        infrastructure activity alongside many market sectors
                                                                        is delivering for Stocklands, all of which are part of      that are about to take off. These factors will benefit
                                                                        the Mainwaring Collection, located on or within a           RCQ’s client-focused business model that has
                                                                        short walk to the waterfront at Brightwater.                delivered more than 200 residences each year for the
                                                                           It comprises 14 designer townhouses with a mix of        last three decades throughout the state.
                                                                        two, three and four bedrooms all taking advantage of           For more information visit www.rcq.net.au or
                                                                        the spectacular lake views.                                 phone 5459 1800.
                                                                           The third project that was also entered in this year’s      RCQ Construction QBCC licence No.150 28054.

          Trusted Local Construction Company
                                                                                                        Master Builders QLD Sunshine Coast 2018 Winner

                                                                                                               Over 30 Years Experience
                                                                                                               Quality Commercial Construction
                                                                                                               Innovative Team
                                                                                                               Industry Leading Design and
                                                                                                               Construction Solutions
                                                                                                               Flexible Delivery Options
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  Level 1, 17 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore
  5459 1800
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                                       By the community,
                                       for the community
                                       Even though Ri-con Contractors manages diverse projects throughout the country, many people don’t realise the
                                       major construction company is actually owned and operated right here on the Sunshine Coast.

                                       With a Peregian Beach headquarters situated just a skip       on the Sunshine Coast region that Ri-con has
                                       and a hop away from beautiful beaches, owner John             championed.
                                       Jenkins couldn’t imagine basing his business anywhere           The business has recently been involved with the
                                       else.                                                         construction of the Baringa Community Centre, Curra
                                         The family-run company has two generations of the           Community Hall and both the board walks in
                                       Jenkins clan running the show, with John’s son, Marc,         Mooloolaba and Noosa.
                                       on board as one of the company’s project managers.              The success of these projects was formally
                                         With the majority of the company’s employees living         recognised when the Curra Community Hall won the
                                       on the Sunshine Coast, Ri-con’s business model is             Community Service Facilities Award at the 2018 Master
                                       rather different from its competitors.                        Builder Awards.
                                         “We all live here, our children go to school here and         “We love taking on these jobs because these facilities
                                       so many of us are involved within local community             bring people together and encourage them to get
                                       groups,” Tamika said.                                         involved with their local community,” Tamika said.
                                         “Our owner, John, is heavily involved with the Noosa          Estimating and submission co-ordinator Jocelyn
                                       Heads Surf Life Saving Club, as well as numerous              McLady said Ri-con’s success came from its consistent
                                       families being involved in the nippers program. This          ability to deliver quality projects and service.
                                       involvement makes completing the renovations at the             “In our time working with both Noosa Council and
                                       surf club to the highest standard even more significant.      the Sunshine Coast Council, we’ve won new projects
                                         “We have a commitment to improving the                      based on our previous work,” she said.
                                       communities in which we are working and this one is             “The relationship we have is definitely strong and
                                       special because it’s home.”                                   we will continue to work with them to better the
                                         This is just one of many recent community projects          region.”

                              Committed to the Coast

   Baringa Community Centre       Curra Community Hall                      Noosa Heads Surf Club                        Wattle Street Development

 Ri-con Contractors is an award winning construction specialist with a commitment to Queensland and regions
     throughout Australia. At the foundation of the company is a client-focused, dedicated and experienced
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  management group, who provide responsive support to their teams, from planning through to completion.
     Their core focus is achieving the best construction solutions for their clients. Ri-con has built an enviable
reputation through its guaranteed quality of work for government, council, private developers and individuals.

Find out more www.ricon.net.au or call 5471 3800                                                                              QBCC License No 1030479

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Hinterland Award Winner
Mick Gilbert Homes is a family-owned and operated building company based on the north side of Brisbane, specialising in
new home construction from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast.

With more than 15 years’ industry experience, Mick                       Mick Gilbert Homes had the honour of receiving the          combustion wood fireplace, nine-foot ceilings, stone
Gilbert Homes offers the expert level of knowledge and                   award for the best home in the category of Individual       bench tops throughout, weatherboard-cladded
experience required to build your new home.                              Home $251,000–$350,000.                                     exterior and traditional fully decked front veranda, all
   Since its conception in 2011, Mick Gilbert Homes has                    This award is a testament to the high level of finishes   features that are timeless in its lush acreage
specialised in building a variety of new homes ranging                   and quality workmanship.                                    surrounds. If you are thinking of building a new home,
from small-lot single and two-storey homes through to                      Tallowwood, based in the beautiful Sunshine Coast         whether it is a first home, a luxury home or anything
large, architecturally designed and acreage homes.                       hinterland town of Maleny, was a home inspired by the       in between, phone the team at Mick Gilbert
   At this year’s 2018 Master Builders Queensland –                      owners’ love of the Hampton/cottage-style home, with        Homes on 0413 231 096 or visit
Sunshine Coast Housing and Construction Awards,                          the inclusion of solid hardwood timber floors,              www.mickgilberthomes.com.au/contact/.

                          Call Mick Today
                       0413 231 096
                   www.mickgilberthomes.com.au

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A builder you can trust                                                                             Exactly what you want
time and time again                                                                                 where you want
Grant McDonald Homes is a renowned name which tops the list when discussing                         No one knows how to build a Sunshine Coast home like JM Design and
the best residential builders on the Sunshine Coast.                                                Constructions.

Last year at the 2017 Master Builders Awards Grant McDonald Homes were a                            We carefully tailor our projects to make the most of their natural landscape,
force to be reckoned with. The business won in three separate categories, for its                   specialising in pole homes so our clients can make the most of the fresh sea
local projects, Oloway House, Gumtree House and Russell Street.                                     breeze and picturesque landscapes this region has to offer.
   At the heart of this proud business is director and registered builder Grant                        We have extensive experience building on sloping blocks and no challenge
McDonald, who has over 18 years’ experience in the construction industry.                           is too great. We ensure that you
   Since the business was established over 10 years ago, Grant McDonald Homes                       can build your dream home
has built a solid reputation for delivering outstanding results for its clients by                  wherever and whenever you
offering a five-star service every step of the way, from planning all the way                       want.
through to completion.                                                                                 Approach us with your own
   Now with 25 awards to the                                                                        designs or allow our innovative
business’ name, including this                                                                      team to ‘wow’ you with their
year’s 2018 Master Builders best                                                                    unique and sophisticated plans.
individual home from $551 000-                                                                         Our attentive
$650 000, clients know they can                                                                     communication team will keep
trust Grant McDonald Homes.                                                                         you in the loop every step of
   Grant McDonald Homes was                                                                         the way to ensure you are left
also awarded the 2017 National                                                                      feeling completely satisfied
Master Builders Award for                                                                           with your new beautiful JM
custom home up to 500k.                                                                             home.
Judges commended the project                                                                           We strive to consistently
and said it was “constructed with                                                                   deliver high-quality service and
immaculate attention to detail.”                                                                    customised design.

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PROFILE

                                                                            Caribbean dream
                                                                            comes to life
                                                                            The inspiration for this unique home was propagated during an extended career as an
                                                                            ex-pat Australian living and working in the Cayman Islands.

                                                                            During their time in the Caribbean, Steve and Sandy                              Considerable attention was also given to capturing
                                                                            became infatuated with the vibrant and flamboyant                             the essence of a Caribbean-style home. The building is
                                                                            style of architecture and became determined to                                wrapped in wide timber decks all around on both
                                                                            replicate this ambience in the proposal for their new                         levels, all under a low-pitched, four-hip roof. The
                                                                            home in Peregian Beach. The project emerged as a                              internal floor plan on the main open-plan living level
                                                                            challenging but satisfying collaboration between the                          radiates around an ornate central staircase. Floor joists
                                                                            owners, designer Stephen Kidd and builder Kernohan                            and vaulted ceiling rafters have been exposed in all
                                                                            Construction.                                                                 areas, adding to the building’s old-world charm, while
                                                                               Modern Caribbean architecture attempts to capture                          cabinetry, tile selection, window furnishings and
                                                                            the nostalgia of old-world building design while                              balustrade details add impetus.
                                                                            accommodating the warmer climate and extreme                                     The flamboyance of the Caribbean is captured in part
                                                                            weather patterns. The theory is not dissimilar to that of                     by the vast swimming pool, man cave, bar and gym on
                                                                            the traditional Queenslander.                                                 the ground level. The home is elegantly complemented
                                                                               The building is designed to create the maximum                             with a vibrant furniture package by Carole Tretheway
                                                                            amount of ventilation and shade. Covered open spaces                          Design, which caps off a beautifully appointed home.
                                                                            allow comfortable outdoor living and shaded                                      The project presented a number of construction
                                                                            movement from one area to another. Vaulted ceilings                           challenges. No structural steel has been used. Instead,
                                                                            redirect the heat to a ventilated clerestory, enabling the                    spans and loads have been accommodated using
                                                                            ocean breeze to evacuate the warm air.                                        traditional methods, including timber portal frame box
                                                                               In terms of passive design, the building performs                          beams and deep section hardwood. The exposed floor
                                                                            flawlessly, allowing the owners to enjoy an open-air                          joist and rafters meant the workmanship needed to be
                                                                            lifestyle through the hot Queensland summer.                                  of the highest standard given nothing was concealed.

        2018 Master Builders         2017 Master Builders Sunshine Coast          2012 Master Builders    2011 Master Builders Sunshine Coast       2010 Master Builders Sunshine Coast    2009 Master Builders Sunshine
     Sunshine Coast Housing &          Housing & Construction Awards            Sunshine Coast Housing      Housing & Construction Awards             Housing & Construction Awards               Coast Housing &
        Construction Awards                 Winner House of the year             & Construction Awards    Winner Individual Home $1- $1.5 Million     Winner Low Rise Multi-Residential         Construction Awards
    Winner Alan Eichmann Memorial   Winner Individual Home $1.26 - $2 Million    Winner Individual Home    Winner Housing for Sloping Sites over          Housing up to $4 Million         Winner Low Rise Multi-Residential
    Award for Quality Workmanship    Winner Best Residential Swimming Pool           $1 -$2 Million                     $400,000.00                 Winner Out Door Living and Landscape       Housing up to $4 Million
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