7 August 2020
QUALITY craftsmanship and cutting-edge construction have seen local builders overcome the challenges of these uncertain times for the industry, at this year’s Master Builders Sunshine Coast Housing & Construction Awards.
The Awards ceremony was livestreamed to an at-home audience on Friday, 7 August, with more than 50 builders, projects and individuals recognised.
Hutchinson Builders dominated this year, taking home an amazing seven awards, including the coveted House of the Year and Project of the Year.
House of the Year, Seaview Terrace at Sunshine Beach was a “once-in-a-lifetime project”. The client was committed to the best possible environmental outcome, resulting in efficiencies including Hempcrete thermal walls, solar performing glass, and a rooftop garden being incorporated into this luxury home. Quality and sophistication are at its core, boasting six bedrooms, steam room, saunas and ice bath, recreation room, bar and theatre, and a 25m pool taking in the beach views. Seaview Terrace was also named Best Individual Home over $10 million and nabbed Best Residential Bathroom. C2 Projects’ carpentry, insulation, and plastering work on the home, which all adhered to a complex brief, were also recognised, earning them the Residential Contractor of the Year award.
Hutchinson Builders also got dual nods for Project of the Year and Best Retail Facilities over $5 million for Baringa Retail Centre – the first shopping precinct in the new Aura Development at Caloundra South. Hutchies’ Statiim-Yaga team and Stocklands worked with Traditional Land Owners, the Gubbi Gubbi people before, during and after construction. The project also achieved a 5-Green Star rating for sustainability.
Hutchies rounded out the construction categories with the Best Retail Facilities up to $5 million award for Baringa Tavern, and Best Commercial Building $5 million – $50 million for Parkridge Noosa Springs Stage 2.
Inspired by the Sunshine Coast’s local beaches, President’s Award winner Lentara 23 by Brighton Homes invokes a holiday vibe with its coastal meets Scandi style. From the sunny yellow wallpaper in the master suite to the beautiful deep blue kitchen island, this is a home full of life, which certainly lets life in. It was also named Best Display Home $251,000 – $350,000, while Brighton Homes also won Best Display Home $351,000 – $450,000 for its Harper 29 project.
Master Builders Sunshine Coast Regional Manager, Will Wilson, congratulated all 54 category winners.
“In the current economic climate, it’s more important than ever to create positivity and bolster our industry through programs like the Housing & Construction Awards – even if they looked a little different this year,” Mr Wilson said.
“The diversity and quality of building work across the Sunshine Coast is testament to the resilience of our local industry, and all of our 2020 entrants should be extremely proud of their achievements.
“With projects like the Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club Redevelopment, University of the Sunshine Coast Energy Efficiency Though Innovation Project and Mooloolaba Beach Holiday Park Redevelopment & Coastal Pathway Upgrade also among the award winners, it’s fantastic to see our local communities benefiting from quality workmanship, and cutting-edge design.”
Major winners
A destination for one of the fastest-growing populations in Australia
Winner of the 2020 Sunshine Coast Project of the Year – “Baringa Retail Centre” by Hutchinson Builders
At the heart of the first suburb in the $5 billion Aura development south of Caloundra, Baringa Retail Centre is an integral part of the community. Its construction has highlighted the sense of engagement with both the first inhabitants of the land and present-day residents. A reconciliation action plan, indigenous employment and engagement requirements were implemented; and the main entrance designed by a local indigenous artist.
The $20 million Stage 1 of the shopping precinct includes a Supa IGA Supermarket and loading docks; retail, dining and food tenancies; two-storey office/commercial centre and amenities; a 320-space carpark, including shade sails, and extensive hard and soft landscaping. The project achieved its 5- Green Star rating by incorporating solar, window shading, bike storage and use of sustainable products. It will service not only its residents but also the surrounding Bellvista and Bells Reach communities.
Judges’ comments:
“This dynamic urban heart complements other parts of the community now completed, including a state primary school, sports fields, civic square, skate and scooter plaza, and council community centre.”
“This project successfully brings together the best in retail, design, innovation and sustainability to create a centre that the whole community can benefit from and enjoy.”
Luxury and sustainability combine for a ‘once in a lifetime’ build
Winner of the 2020 Sunshine Coast House of the Year – “Seaview Terrace” by Hutchinson Builders
Scaling the dunes, this masterpiece has truly transformed its dramatic location on Sunshine Beach, appearing to blend into the landscape when viewed from the shoreline and national park. It is a truly unique structure that melds into the dunes and vegetation and belies the luxury beneath the asymmetrical and organic-shaped arches, leaving its inhabitants wanting for nothing.
Access was severely limited and so an off-site construction office and staging area were required for workers and deliveries. The complexity of design and immaculate finish are a true testament to Hutchinson Builders, and their team of trades. A journey of vision has culminated in a completed home of excellence – an impressive, modern beach house in a stunning coastal setting.
Judges’ comments:
“Drop-dead location in an elevated position nudging up against Noosa National Park. Ocean and national park outlook to the north and east. Street appeal is intriguing. Protected from the west by partly sand covered roof and Corten fascia with beachside grasses and succulents to blend in with the sand dune area on which it is situated.”
Beachside inspiration makes for an aspirational home
Winner of the 2020 Sunshine Coast President’s Award – “Lentara 23” by Brighton Homes
Perfectly balanced from front to back, the Lentara 23 grabs your attention the moment you walk in the door. This place is something special. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home not only offers great value for money, but remarkable use of natural light and seamless indoor-outdoor areas in a spacious setting. The warm on-trend ochres were teamed with various shades of coastal blue, and light coastal oak. The outdoor dining area provides a great space to enjoy the sublime Sunshine Coast climate at any time of the day or night.
Judges’ comments:
“The combination of price and quality of the product make the Lentara 23 a house everyone can aspire to, and one that anyone will be proud to call home.”
“An exceptional home for function, space and value.”
All Sunshine Coast winners
Construction
- Health Facilities up to $20 million – Evans Built Pty Ltd for Genesis Buderim (Buderim)
- Education Facilities up to $10 million – BADGE Constructions (QLD) Pty Ltd for Immanuel Lutheran College Block B & Q (Buderim)
- Education Facilities over $10 million – McNab NQ Pty Ltd for Chancellor State College (Sippy Downs)
- Sporting Facilities – Palm Lake Works Pty Ltd for Hemingway’s Country Club (Little Mountain)
- Community Service Facilities – Murphy Builders Qld Pty Ltd for Mooloolaba Holiday Park Redevelopment & Coastal Pathway Upgrade (Mooloolaba)
- Retail Facilities up to $5 million – J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders for Baringa Tavern (Baringa)
- Retail Facilities over $5 million – J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders for Baringa Retail Centre (Baringa)
- Tourism and Leisure Facilities up to $10 million – Evans Built Pty Ltd for Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club Redevelopment (Sunshine Beach)
- Commercial Building up to $5 million – RCQ Projects Pty Ltd for University of the Sunshine Coast Energy Efficiency through Innovation Project (Sippy Downs)
- Commercial Building $5 million – $50 million – J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders for Parkridge Noosa Springs Stage 2 (Noosa Heads)
- Industrial Building up to $5 million – B A Murphy Constructions Pty Ltd for King Truss Industrial Shed (Bells Creek)
- Industrial Building over $5 million – BADGE Constructions (QLD) Pty Ltd for RoadTek Sunshine Coast Depot (Bells Creek)
- Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storeys) over $20 million – Mosaic Construction Pty Ltd for Drift by Mosaic (Coolum Beach)
- Community Accommodation for Aged Care and Nursing Homes – Total Construction Pty Ltd for The Ormsby McKenzie Aged Care Buderim (Buderim)
- Refurbishment/Renovation up to $750,000 – Vantage Holdings Australia Pty Ltd T/A Vantage Building Group for Design Trader by Vantage - cafe and showroom (Maroochydore)
- Refurbishment/Renovation over $750,000 – Travcon Pty Ltd T/A Build 4 U Quality Constructions for Novotel Twin Waters - Reception, Lobby and Pool Area (Twin Waters)
- Excellence in Energy Efficiency and Environmental Management – Murphy Builders Qld Pty Ltd for Mooloolaba Holiday Park Redevelopment & Coastal Pathway Upgrade (Mooloolaba)
Housing
- Home Renovation/Remodelling Project up to $275,000 – Luna Constructions Pty Ltd for Cooroy Queenslander Renovation (Cooroy)
- Home Renovation/Remodelling Project $276,000 – $575,000 – LA & MM Hancock Builders Pty Ltd for The Sunshine Bungalow (Sunshine Beach)
- Home Renovation/Remodelling Project $576,000 – $1 million – Smart Choice Homes Pty Ltd for Buddina 2nd Level Addition (Buddina)
- Home Renovation/Remodelling Project over $1 million – GTO Building Pty Ltd for Noa By The Beach (Noosa Heads)
- Display Home up to $250,000 – Thompson Sustainable Homes (Qld) Pty Ltd for The Trinity (Nirimba)
- Display Home $251,000 – $350,000 – McDonald Jones Homes Pty Ltd T/A Brighton Homes for Lentara 23 (Baringa)
- Display Home $351,000 – $450,000 – McDonald Jones Homes Pty Ltd T/A Brighton Homes for Harper 29 (Baringa)
- Display Home $451,000 – $550,000 – Metricon Homes Qld Pty Ltd for Merricks 42 (Baringa)
- Display Home over $551,000 – Murphy Builders Qld Pty Ltd for Harmony Estate Display Home (Palmview)
- Individual Home up to $250,000 – Thompson Sustainable Homes (QLD) Pty Ltd for Glasshouse Granny Flat (Glasshouse Mountains)
- Individual Home $251,000 – $350,000 – TyStyle Pty Ltd for Bikini Court (Bokkarina)
- Individual Home $351,000 – $450,000 – QLD Built Pty Ltd for The Industrial Terrace (Sunshine Cove)
- Individual Home $451,000 – $550,000 – J Co Constructions Pty Ltd for Snapper (Maroochydore)
- Individual Home $551,000 – $650,000 – Brendan Schmidt Construction Pty Ltd for Palmview Forest (Palmview Forest)
- Individual Home $651,000 – $750,000 – Platinum Property Group Pty Ltd T/A Platinum Residential Designer Homes for North Point 48 (Pelican Waters)
- Individual Home $751,000 – $950,000 – Secomb Bramley Pty Ltd T/A Secomb Constructions for Barbados (Maroochydore)
- Individual Home $951,000 – $1.25 million – Menzie Designer Homes Pty Ltd for Noosaville Project (Noosaville)
- Individual Home $1.26 million – $2 million – Grant McDonald Homes Pty Ltd for Maroochy River House (Maroochy River)
- Individual Home $2.1 million – $10 million – Chris Smith Construction Pty Ltd for Beckmans Estate (Noosaville)
- Individual Home over $10 million – J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders for Seaview Terrace (Sunshine Beach)
- Best Use of Sloping Sites – A & M Hoogenhout Constructions Pty Ltd T/A Hoogenhout Constructions for Johnston Residence (Rosemount)
- Medium Density up to 3 Storeys – 2 to 5 Dwellings – Qld Built Pty Ltd for The Mooloolaba Duplex (Mooloolaba)
- Medium Density up to 3 Storeys – over 5 Dwellings – Devcon Building Co for Ascent (Meridan Plains)
- Excellence in Sustainable Living – Overland Design and Construct Pty Ltd for Black Mountain Straw Bale House (Black Mountain)
Specialty
- Best Use of Steel Frame Housing – Ausmar Homes Pty Ltd for Narrabeen (Baringa – Aura)
- Best Residential Bathroom – J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders for Seaview Terrace (Sunshine Beach)
- Best Residential Kitchen – Menzie Designer Homes Pty Ltd for Sunshine Beach Project (Sunshine Beach)
- Best Residential Swimming Pool – Grant McDonald Homes Pty Ltd for Maroochy River House (Maroochy River)
Individual
- Alan Eichmann Memorial Award for Quality Workmanship – Koncept Construction Pty Ltd for Oceanic Project (Warana)
- Commercial Trade Contractor of the Year – Oz Set Australia Pty Ltd for Peregian Beach Hotel (Peregian Beach)
- Residential Trade Contractor of the Year – C2 Projects Pty Ltd for Seaview Terrace (Sunshine Beach)
- Apprentice of the Year – Jordan Burke from Community Solutions T/A Acclaim Apprentices and Trainees (Parrearra)
- Rising Star – Steven Lamper from SKL Projects (AUST) Pty Ltd T/A Lamper Constructions (Maroochydore)
- Women in Building – Alyssa Pepper from MATIRA Developments Pty Ltd (Caloundra)
Major
- President's Award – McDonald Jones Homes Pty Ltd T/A Brighton Homes for Lentara 23 (Baringa)
- Project of the Year – J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders for Baringa Retail Centre (Baringa)
- House of the Year – J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson Builders for Seaview Terrace (Sunshine Beach)
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