In this feature, “CityNews” speaks with some of the winners from the 2024 Master Builders Association ACT Awards.

The 2024 Master Builders and Asset Construction Hire Excellence Awards celebrate the innovative, functional and beautiful projects of Master Builders ACT members.

Skilled workmanship creates dream homes

Brother Projects is honoured to be the recipient of the 2024 Master Builders ACT Home of the Year for the Deakin Pavilion project, and to be announced as the winners of the Custom Built Home $2 million-$4 million category, says managing director Jamey Dutkiewicz.

The award-winning four-bedroom Pavilion House is perched on an expansive, elevated block in Deakin with views to Canberra landmarks. He says the client’s dream was to create a warm, family home that pays dues to Canberra’s natural beauty and modern design.

“The client was inspired by barn-style pavilions, where a seemingly simple construction is set in an open parkland, with the indoors seamlessly connecting to the outdoors,” says Jamey.

“This was to be incorporated with a desire to push design and construction boundaries.”

Jamey says client satisfaction is always front of mind for Brother Projects, with the relationship with the client during the build sacrosanct, and meticulous attention to detail applied throughout construction.

“The minimalist nature of this project left no room for anything but the utmost care to be taken during construction and installation of every material, fitting and fixture,” he says.

“The client’s dream was achieved by establishing a best-practice partnership between client, architect and builder, where the client’s design ideas were complemented respectfully by expertise from the architect and building team. 

“As a builder, you know you’re doing something right when you’re invited to the client’s wedding!”

Brother Projects, call Jamey on 0419 266289 or visit brotherprojects.com.au

Young builder’s passion recognised with top award

Brother Projects managing director Nathan Dutkiewicz says client satisfaction is number one when undertaking a project with them, and quality will never be compromised, with no specific requirement or unique finish ever being a problem.

Nathan has been awarded 2024 Master Builders Association and Asset Construction Hire Excellence Young Builder of the Year.

He says they begin all projects by going through a thorough planning and design stage with all relevant parties collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and clients to ensure that the design meets both aesthetic desires and functional requirements. 

“Throughout the construction process there are rigorous quality control measures in place,” he says. 

“Any issues identified or imperfections are addressed immediately to prevent small issues from escalating into larger problems. 

“This proactive approach helps maintain the integrity of the construction, and ensures that the final product is of the highest quality.”

Nathan, who has worked in the construction industry for more than 15 years, says he puts time and effort into sourcing materials from reputable suppliers that Brother Projects has long-standing relationships with.

This way, he says Brother Projects has maintained a reputation of ensuring that every component of a clients home reflects superior craftsmanship, with quality materials and attention to detail the focus. 

Brother Projects, call Nathan on 0419 205728 or visit brotherprojects.com.au

Innovative, stylish award-winning display homes

Sunny Homes is a local, family-owned building company that has constructed more than 250 high-quality homes since its founding in 2012, says director and builder, Sunny Malhotra.

“We are thrilled to announce that our stunning display home in Taylor has been awarded the prestigious Master Builders Award for 2024,” says Sunny.

“These esteemed awards recognise excellence in Canberra’s housing industry, highlighting the finest tradespeople and businesses across the region.

“Receiving the Master Builders Award reflects the hard work and dedication of the Sunny Homes team.”

The award-winning display home at 73 Robin Boyd Crescent, Taylor, is available to visit on weekends from 10am to 6pm, and by appointment on weekdays, and Sunny invites Canberrans to come and experience first-hand the superior craftsmanship and innovative design that distinguishes Sunny Homes. 

Alongside being finalists for the Business Excellence Award in the Medium Residential Building Company category (Annual Turnover between $5 million-$20 million) at the 2024 National Business Excellence Awards, Sunny says they were finalists in four categories of both the 2021 and the 2023 HIA ACT/Southern NSW Region Awards, as well as winners of the Custom Built Home Up to $500,000 category in 2021.

He says Sunny Homes has also been named as winners at the Master Builders and Asset Construction Hire 2022 Awards in three categories, and a finalist in one.

Sunny Homes, Taylor Display House, 73 Robyn Boyd Crescent, Taylor. Call 0493 030306. Googong Display Home, 60 Edward Street, Googong. Call 0493 742880. Visit sunnyhomes.com.au

Custom, quality and award-winning builds

Drewaire Constructions specialise in custom built homes, extensions, heritage and remodelling projects across the Canberra region, says owner and director Andrew Foster. 

It is a multi-award winning company that received further recognition at the 2024 Master Builders and Asset Construction Hire Excellence Awards, where it was announced as the winner in the Custom Built/Project Home $1.5 million to $2 million category.

“This is a house that had to be as energy efficient as possible, access winter sun to the main living areas, connect to the garden and views, yet remain private and intimate,” says Andrew.

“It needed all the modern amenities, but had to be practical and functional.”

After 25 years of operating, Andrews says they continue to pride themselves on giving clients confidence with their master craftsmanship on each and every project, and attention to detail.

Drewaire Constructions has also been recognised as the winner of the 2011 MBA and Boral Excellence in Building Awards for the Custom Built Home $600,000-$1,000,000 category and was a finalist at the 2012 awards in the Remodelling $200,000-$400,000 category.

They also received a commendation at the 2014 Excellence in Building Awards in the Custom Built Homes, less than $500,000 category.

In 2017 they were the winner of the MBA and Boral Excellence in Building Awards and the National Winner in the MBA Australian National Awards in the Remodelling, $250,000-$450,000 category.

They were also winners of the 2017 HIA ACT/Southern NSW Region Awards in the Renovations/Additions Project, $200,000 to $350,000 category.

Drewaire Constructions, 38 Woodland Avenue Carwoola. Call 6299 7335 or visit drewaire.com.au

Creating spaces that are designed to feel effortless

In collaboration with Papas Projects, Studio Black Interiors was the winner for the Bathroom Project up to $50,000 category at the 2024 Master Builders and Asset Construction Hire Excellence Awards, says interior designer Maria Cerne. 

“This elegant bathroom is a mix of contemporary, yet classic design,” says Maria. 

“Balancing character and charm with modern-day living, Papas Projects and Studio Black Interiors have created a bathroom that feels relaxed and elegant with a feeling of calmness, serenity and cohesiveness. 

“The brief for the bathroom was to create a space that felt calming and tranquil with a tone-on-tone palette and emphasis on handmade, bespoke qualities.

“A warm natural palette acts as the foundation for this bathroom space, with subtleties in materials and joinery details.”

Studio Black Interiors is passionate about good design, says Maria, and she believes the best outcomes are achieved in collaboration.

“We specialise in residential design, bringing our experience and genuine love of design to create family homes that feel effortless and make you feel happier for being in them,” she says.

At Studio Black, Maria says their design philosophy is simple – function-driven design that supports and enhances the client’s lifestyle, without sacrificing on quality or aesthetics.

“We strive to create spaces that balance function, beauty, and simplicity,” Maria says.

“We embrace time-honoured materials, clean lines, and meticulous attention to detail.

“Our work focuses on creating spaces that are designed to feel effortless.”

Studio Black, 41 Gledden Street Chifley. Call 0410 501729 or visit studioblack.com.au