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WINNING

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MASTER BUILDERS EXCELLENCE IN HOUSING AWARDS

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4 WINNING HOMES VICTORIA 2016

The Master Builders Excellence in Housing Awards o� ers us an annual opportunity to shine the spotlight on a

handful of extraordinary residential projects that, in the eyes of our judges, clamour for attention and recognition.

Our judges have the privilege of visiting these homes in person, and of appreciating what no photographer could

possibly capture. And thank goodness for that.

The residential projects featured tonight have been built for their clients, not us. That is as it should be. This means

the Excellence in Housing Awards is as much about what those of us in the audience can’t see, as what we can—like

the smoothness of a surface, the solitude of an interior, the transition from one room to the next.

I said last year that we like to think no building talent escapes our o� cial attention, and given the healthy number

of submissions to our awards program this year, our members have done a commendable job of helping that be

the truth.

The pages that follow demonstrate the diversity of dwellings these Master Builders have contributed to Victoria’s

residential communities. They range from innovative renovations and additions to high-end, contemporary

apartments and everything imaginable in-between.

This year, we name Capelcon as Master Builder of the Year for their execution of a home in Flinders with sweeping

arms of sandstone. The structure is confi dent, muscular and elegant and makes the living areas the focal point of

activity.

Also, Hedger Constructions P/L has won the Regional Builder of the Year award for a Marysville pavilion home that

resonates with the foothills that surround it, and with intimate spaces that are expansive in their solitude. And we

commend David Moyle of Ballarat Construction Management on being named Young Builder of the Year.

Master Builders could not fully recognise the achievements of our members without experienced and highly qualifi ed

judges, who appear on the pages immediately following. We thank them for donating considerable time to the

process, and for allowing us to benefi t from their expertise. Master Builders also enjoys the support of many valuable

sponsors; without their help we would not be able to celebrate the winners in such fi ne style. We thank them for

their ongoing support of excellence in the building and construction industry.

PETER PICKINGPresident, Master Builders Association of Victoria

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Master Builders Excellence in Housing Awards 2016 magazine

2016 SPONSORS

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REGIONAL WINNERS SOUTH EASTREGIONAL RESIDENTIAL BUILDER OF THE YEAR

WALTCON CONSTRUCTIONSProject: Traralgon

Contact: Walter Furlan

Phone: 0402 309 287

Website: www.waltcon.com.au

Photographer: Colin Page Photography

The design strategy of this new three-bedroom architectural bespoke

home involves the use ”Versalok” masonry blocks with structural

steel, to support a suspended slab on Bondek, over the three separate

levels of living areas. There is the ability to create an indoor/outdoor

experience as the kitchen is bounded by double-glazed sliding

doors, which feature the highest European quality, promoting a

sophisticated and fl awless fi nish. Exceptional workmanship and

attention to detail have created a remarkably fi nished product that

can be enjoyed by the owners for years to come.

BEST RENOVATION/ADDITION UNDER $200,000

LATROBE VALLEY BUILDING SERVICESProject: Traralgon

Contact: Andrew Brady

Phone: 0434 266 239

Designer: SBM Designs

Photographer: Belinda Riddle, Digital Devotion

Walking into this renovation defi nitely delivers the wow factor,

displaying beautiful, polished floorboards and a high-pitched

ceiling vault with a fully automated V-Lux window system. The

kitchen/dining area features a modern, provincial, open plan style

complemented by a slate fi replace feature wall. The client wanted

to create an entertainment area, achieved by installing a beautiful

high-pitched ceiling with a timber deck, accessible from the living

area through sliding timber doors. It is evident that the highest quality

of fi xtures and fi ttings has been used throughout this project.


SPONSORED BY

SPONSORED BY

REGIONAL WINNERS SOUTH EASTBEST RENOVATION/ADDITION $200,000 - $300,000

WALTCON CONSTRUCTIONSProject: Yinnar South


Phone: 0402 309 287


Designer: SBM Designs

Photographer: Angela Landua, Danae Studios

Stage one of this home features the only double-compound log

peak home built in Australia, which makes this extension unique. The

exterior boasts rendered Hebel in natural tones promoting an earthy

appearance, with wide-open verandah areas featuring Messmate

timber, fl owing seamlessly through to the spacious entry. 130 Square

metres of undercover decking varnished in hydraulic oil provide a

rustic appearance to match the characteristics of the home, and allows

spectacular views over the undulating hills. Exceptional workmanship

and skill, with attention to detail has created a remarkably

fi nished product.

BEST DISPLAY HOME $350,000 - $500,000

ROSELEIGH HOMESProject: The Sienna, Warragul

Contact: Lisa Dodenciu

Phone: 0412 674 343

Website: www.roseleighhomes.com.au

Designer: Brad Chugg, Roseleigh Homes

This stylish, contemporary three-bedroom home delivers a delicate

balance among the clients’ needs, expectations and the orientation

of the site. A large timber deck is integrated into the large open

kitchen, meals and living area, in addition to a pantry and a dedicated

laundry. A separate parent’s area benefi ts from a formal lounge, large

master bedroom complete with ensuite, separate toilet and walk-in

robe. Exceptional workmanship and attention to detail, both in style

and materials, combine to create an exceptionally fi nished product.


SPONSORED BY

SPONSORED BY

REGIONAL WINNERS SOUTH EAST

BEST CUSTOM HOME $600,000 - $800,000

WALTCON CONSTRUCTIONSProject: Traralgon


Phone: 0402 309 287


Photographer: Colin Page, Colin Page Photography

The design strategy of this new three-bedroom, architect-bespoke

home requires the use ”Versalok” masonry blocks with structural steel

to support a suspended slab on Bondek, over the three separate

levels of living areas. There is the ability to create an indoor/outdoor

experience as the kitchen is bounded by double-glazed sliding

doors, which feature the highest European quality, promoting a

sophisticated and fl awless fi nish. Exceptional workmanship and

attention to detail have created a substantial fi nished product that

can be enjoyed by the owners for years to come.

BEST CUSTOM HOME $500,000 - $600,000

KOVE CONSTRUCTIONSProject: Inverloch

Contact: Leigh McDonald

Phone: 0438 150 780

Website: www.kove.com.au

Designer: DB Design, Darren Brown

Photographer: Angela Landua, Danae Studios

This four-bedroom holiday home in South Gippsland has been

planned with inspiration from the surrounding natural vegetation.

The design has created something special, with the angled projection

of the upstairs living deck area angled towards river views. The

ground level contains the children’s accommodation featuring

polished concrete entry and rumpus area, family bathrooms and

three large bedrooms with another deck area. High-end fi nishes are

evident throughout, including spiraled exterior stairs, a combination

of polished timber and concrete fl oors and detailed cabinetry fi nishes.


REGIONAL ENTRANTS SOUTH EAST

BEST CUSTOM HOME $800,000 - $1M

REFUGE HOMES P/LProject: MetungContact: Matt PhelanPhone: 0416 016 542Website: www.refugehomes.com.auDesigner: Slap ArchitectsPhotographer: Matthew Phelan, Refuge Homes

A main feature of the home’s internal living and kitchen area

is the openness and extensively large windows providing a

sense of one with the surrounding landscape. The free-fl owing

kitchen sits adjacent to the main living area, integrating well into

the overall open-plan theme of the home. Privately positioned

o� the main living areas is the master bedroom, complete with

expansive ensuite with fl oor-to-ceiling tiles. Bedrooms two and

three are located on the fi rst fl oor, boasting master bedroom

size with captivating views of the lake. The external entertaining

areas are integrated seamlessly with the interior, creating the

perfect entertainment space.

BEST CUSTOM HOME $400,000 - $500,000

T + J DESIGNER BUILDERSProject: WarragulContact: Tim BethunePhone: 0419 314 720Designer: Tim BethunePhotographer: Nathan McLean, Satin Edge Photography

The bold use of clean lines, a stark grey and white palette

and clever use of textures makes this an imposing home

from the outset. The chic industrial residence features superb

solid timber elements throughout, drawing the eye from the

oversized entrance door to the cabinet benchtops, fl oors,

kitchen and most importantly, to the magnifi cent staircase.

Large picture windows o� er ample natural light and expansive

views of the countryside.

BEST RENOVATION/ADDITION $200,000 - $300,000

WALTCON CONSTRUCTIONSProject: Yinnar SouthContact: Walter FurlanPhone: 0402 309 287Website: www.waltcon.com.auPhotographer: Angela Landua, Danae Studios

Stage one of this home features the only double-compound

log peak home built in Australia, which makes this

extension unique. The exterior boasts rendered Hebel in

natural tones promoting an earthy appearance, with wide-

open verandah areas featuring messmate timber, fl owing

seamlessly through to the spacious entry. 130 square metres

of undercover decking varnished in hydraulic oil provide

a rustic appearance to match the characteristics of the

home, allowing spectacular views over the undulating hills.

Exceptional workmanship and skill with attention to details

has created a remarkable fi nished product.

BEST RENOVATION/ADDITION UNDER $200,000

LATROBE VALLEY BUILDING SERVICESProject: TraralgonContact: Andrew BradyPhone: 0434 266 239Designer: SBM DesignsPhotographer: Belinda Riddle (Digital Devotion)

Walking into this renovation defi nitely gives the wow factor

displaying beautiful polished fl oorboards and a high-pitched

ceiling volt with fully automated V-Lux window system. The

kitchen/dining area features a modern, provincial, open plan

style complemented by a slate fi replace feature wall. The client

wanted to create an open plan entertainment area, achieved

by installing a beautiful high-pitched ceiling with a timber deck

and accessible from the living area through timber sliding doors.

It is evident that the highest quality of fi xtures and fi ttings have

been utilised throughout this project.

BEST CUSTOM HOME $500,000 - $600,000

KOVE CONSTRUCTIONSProject: InverlochContact: Leigh McDonaldPhone: 0438 150 780Website: www.kove.com.auDesigner: Darren Brown, DB DesignPhotographer: Angela Landua, Danae Studios

This holiday home in South Gippsland consists of four

bedrooms. The design has created something special, with

the angled projection of the upstairs living deck area angled

towards river views. The ground level contains the children’s

accommodation featuring polished concrete entry and rumpus,

family bathrooms and three large bedrooms with another

deck area. High-end fi nishes are evident throughout, including

spiraled exterior stair, a combination of polished timber and

concrete fl oor and detailed cabinetry fi nishes.

BEST CUSTOM HOME $300,000 - $400,000

BEACH HOUSE CONSTRUCTIONS P/LProject: Cape WoolamaiContact: Amy PlantPhone: 0425 512 999Website: www.beachhouseconstructions.com.auDesigner: Bek KoplickPhotographer: Coast Media P/L

The design of this new home strived to deliver a compact

home suited to the location, orientation, and budget whilst

prescribing to the ethos of quality, affordability, energy

e� ciency and sustainability. The double-storey home has

been oriented to make the most of the views to the south,

and to make the most of solar access from the north. Upstairs

features expansive kitchen, living and dining room opening

to the feature suspended slab deck. The main bedroom and

bathroom enjoy views from this fi rst fl oor and are accessed

via the kitchen. Downstairs the guest wing has two bedrooms

and a bathroom.

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REGIONAL ENTRANTS SOUTH EAST

BEST CUSTOM HOME $600,000 - $800,000

TS CONSTRUCTIONS P/LProject: Sunderland BayContact: Trevor BowlerPhone: (03) 5672 2466Website: www.tsconstructions.com.auDesigner: Beaumont ConceptsPhotography: Alan Foon, Foons Photographics

This two-storey luxury home on the foreshore at Phillip Island

consists of an upper level kitchen, meals and living area, master

bedroom, ensuite, robe, study and second bedroom. The design

masterfully separates living and sleeping zones in two distinct

areas, while the lower level features a third bedroom, second

study, laundry, bathroom and rumpus room. The fi nishes are to

an exceptionally high specifi cation, with polished concrete fl oor

on the lower level and polished solid timber upstairs. Feature

racked ceilings in the main living areas add visual impact.

BEST CUSTOM HOME $600,000 - $800,000

WALTCON CONSTRUCTIONSProject: TraralgonContact: Walter FurlanPhone: 0402 309 287Website: www.waltcon.com.auPhotographer: Colin Page Photography

This project required the demolition of the original dwelling

and subsequent construction of this architectural bespoke

home. “Versalok” masonry blocks were installed along with

structural steel to support a suspended slab on bondek over

the living areas and due to the large span over the garage,

hollow core planks were craned into position, thus creating

three separate levels of living. Living areas include master

bedroom with ensuite, two bedrooms, home o� ce, rumpus

room, two bathrooms and an open-plan lounge/dining/kitchen

with walk-in pantry.

BEST CUSTOM HOME $300,000 - $400,000

HOTONDO HOMES INVERLOCHProject: InverlochContact: Caroline AllenPhone: 0407 531 081Website: www.hotondo.com.auDesigner: Hotondo HomesPhotographer: Leo Edwards Photography

This coastal inspired, contemporary beach house offers

unrivalled modern living. Its smart design features couples

with the textures and tones of the nearby coastline encapsulate

seaside living at its best. The expansive, rear living area is a

true highlight, featuring interconnected living, dining and

meals areas. It also boasts a large alfresco area directly o� the

kitchen to create a secondary entertainment zone. The master

bedroom, in the front of the home, captures the view over the

wetlands, and has a spacious walk-in robe and stylish ensuite

whilst the other three bedrooms all o� er built-in robes and

access to a secondary living zone.

BEST VOLUME BUILDER DISPLAY HOME UNDER $250,000

JG KING HOMESProject: Barossa 1, WarragulContact: Louise MinikenPhone: 1300 545 464Website: www.jgkinghomes.com.auDesigner: JG King Homes

The Barossa 1 is a sophisticated, well-proportioned home

o� ering stylish space to embrace and enjoy. The open-plan

living design with direct access to the verandah incorporates

a lavish family and meals area complemented by a gourmet

kitchen and walk-in pantry. This home features three good-

sized bedrooms including a master bedroom complete with a

walk-in robe and ensuite. An additional living room is situated

at the front of the home ensuring plenty of space to grow

and fl ourish.

BEST VOLUME BUILDER DISPLAY HOME $350,000 - $500,000

SIMONDS HOMESProject: Rio, WarragulContact: Colin BischofPhone: 0419 220 140Website: www.simonds.com.auDesigner: Simonds Homes

The Rio is an e� cient home design that caters to the large

family perfectly. The home fl ows from an elegant, formal

entry with the master suite on one side, through to a separate

lounge area before fl owing into an open-plan kitchen with

butler’s pantry, dining and living area. The entire living zone

has access to a large wooden deck and alfresco area for outdoor

entertaining. The secondary bedrooms with built-in robes,

are situated at the rear of the home together with the main

bathroom and separate toilet.

BEST VOLUME BUILDER DISPLAY HOME $350,000 - $500,000

SIMONDS HOMESProject: Dakota, TraralgonContact: Colin BischofPhone: 0419 220 140Website: www.simonds.com.auDesigner: Simonds Homes

The Dakota provides function and a� ordability that suits a

14-metre wide lot. The home itself features four spacious

bedrooms, two bathrooms and two living areas, as well as a

modern, open-plan kitchen that is accessible to the meals/

dining and entertainment areas. This home easily achieves a

6-star rating, utilising bulk insulation in the walls and ceilings,

and o� ering double-glazing as an option.

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