New Farm projects take top awards

PROPERTY NEWS


Two New Farm projects were honoured when winners of the Master Builders Brisbane Region Housing and Construction Awards were announced at a recent gala presentation in Brisbane.

The Housing and Construction Awards recognise those at the forefront of building innovation and excellence in the housing and construction industry in Queensland. Master Builders executive director Graham Cuthbert said the awards were a great way for builders to gain public and industry recognition, especially in these strained economic times.
The calibre of entrants in this year’s awards were outstanding and resulted in only the best of the best being chosen.
“The enormous effort that members went through to produce quality projects was evident on the night,” Mr Cuthbert said. Tom Dooley Developments took out the Project of the Year award, as well as the Residential Buildings (High Rise Over 3 Storeys) $15 million to $60 million category for Aquila.
The New Farm project has 12 luxurious apartments, each occupying an entire floor and featuring spectacular river and city views. Inclusions range from fully automated light and audio systems, entertainment systems, ensuited bathrooms, media room, personal lift, pool and gym.
Mr Cuthbert said Master Builders member Rycon Constructions took out the House of the Year honours for its entry at New Farm. The home also won in the Renovation/Remodelling Project over $1.5 million.
Rycon Constructions transformed a single level 1920s Queenslander into a two-storey contemporary, executive home. The existing structure was repaired to its original condition with the finest materials and intricate detail, resulting in a warm, opulent home.