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Residential Exterior WinnerMoonlight Cabin by Jackson Clements Burrows

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Distinctive winners.

Intergrain is proud to celebrate the distinctive and innovative uses of timber in design, displayed by all entrants in the 2015 Intergrain Timber Vision Awards.

All contending architects, building designers, builders, landscape architects, interior designers and design professionals should be commended on their visionary use of timber in residential, commercial and landscape projects.

Intergrain was pleased to provide an opportunity to showcase these projects to a prestigious industry audience, and be judged by highly qualified design professionals.

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It is some two years on from the formation of the National Association of Building Designers (NABD) in July 2013. Now in 2015 we are again gathered for the 2nd annual National Building Design Awards in Melbourne. The Inaugural event in 2014 will be remembered by those that attended as a momentous night and occasion for the NABD. The room was filled with Building Designers from across Australia and was alive with enthusiasm and comradery. The Building Design profession is one that has over the past years gained in popularity with clients and students alike. Clients are realising the benefits of engaging Building Designers and Building Design is now seen as a career of choice amongst young and upcoming designers.

Building Designers work closely with clients and builders to ensure the design outcome is not only aesthetically pleasing but is also practical and functional with a real focus on buildability and the clients budgetary requirements. From public buildings to private residences, Australian Building Designers are at the forefront, leading the way, and having an enormously positive impact on the built environment.

The entrants are all members of strong State/Territory-based Associations that cultivate design excellence and professional development within their membership. So if you have an upcoming project, be sure to partner with a Building Designer who is an active member of their State/Territory association.

This year we will recognize Australias best Building Design for 2015. We will also pause to recognize a number of individuals who have gone above and beyond for the Building Design profession. The formation of NABD was a direct result of the commitment and passion of the following individuals. Greg Pershouse (BDAQ Immediate Past President), Michael OSullivan (BDAV Immediate Past President), Steven Claridge (current BDAQ President), Alastair McDonald (current BDAV President). As representatives of their State Associations these four worked extremely hard to ensure that the NABD became a reality. On behalf of the State/Territory Associations and their members, the current NABD Council would like to sincerely thank them for their dedication and service to the NABD.

This year with the help and support of our major partner James Hardie and our silver sponsor Weathertex and bronze sponsor Ametalin we again bring you some very fine examples of the astonishing work being produced by Australian Building Designers. Once again our judges have had to deliberate long and hard over the multitude of extremely worthy entries. I would like to thank the judges for their efforts and valuable input in deciding this years winners.

You will find within the pages of this magazine some truly inspiring designs for projects located across Australia. From rural to inner city locations, from beautiful interiors to outstanding commercial projects that are as the judges have stated world class. Design work that is sustainable, inventive and creative is what sets these projects apart.

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National Association of Building Designers (NABD) Member States/Territories. Formed in July 2013, the National Association of Building Designers is a collaboration of:

Formed in July 2013, and now representing over 2600 building design professionals with members in every state and territory the NABD has seen the unification of more than 85% of the nations building design association members.

The NABDs goals are: To be the voice on national issues. To promote and develop the profession of Building Design and advance the quality of

the built environment. To facilitate the exchange of information and foster continuing professional development. To circulate information affecting the profession of Building Design, to print, publish,

circulate such papers, periodicals, books, circulars and any other literary publications as may seem conducive to the objects of the Association.

To confer and enter into any discussions with any government, authority or industry.

The Association will not affiliate with or support any sectarian body or political party.

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W I N N E R S & C O M M E N D A T I O N S


National Building Design of the Year 2015

Northbridge Brewing CompanyDesigner: d4 DesignsPhone: 0412 987 757Web: www.d4designs.com.auBuilder: Utopia Industries Pty LtdLocation: Northbridge, WA



The brief for this complex project was to activate the northern end of the Northbridge Piazza entertainment precinct, with its bars, restaurants, nightclubs, specialty shops and open air cinema. This meant having to deal with the City of Perth, the tenants, the landlord, 26 consultants and multiple state and local government authorities, making for a challenging design process. The result is a sophisticated solution that relies on its industrial aesthetic and framework to create a glass house environment where the sculptural quality of the micro-brewery becomes the focal point both inside and outside the building. Two glass towers act as lanterns, marking the entrance at night, while the working 12 hectolitre micro-brewery gives the interiors an excitingly complex industrial aesthetic with all the brewing pipework and kettles exposed. A rich mix of industrial materials, such as glass, steel copper, raw concrete and recycled bricks, take their cue from the sites industrial history and provide a relaxed and unpretentious backdrop that is intimate and engaging, inviting the public to explore. Patrons enter the venue by physically walking through the micro-brewery. There is no fake faade or faux brewing kettles, what is poured from the beer font is brewed only meters away. Visually, the venue responds respectfully to the site, giving the interior a robust industrial aesthetic with superb interplay between form, function and the patrons. The balance of industrial materials provide an unpretentious backdrop creating a relaxed and welcoming space. Impressive and bold!


Planet Homes DisplayDesigner: Reitsma + AssociatesPhone: (07) 5491 6834Web: www.reitsma.com.auBuilder: Planet Homes QldLocation: Pelican Waters, QldPhotographer: Kelly BlackThis project challenges peoples perceptions about display homes and demonstrates what is possible on a 15m wide and 480m lot. The homes multi-level layout is expressed from the street via the strong horizontal roof plains, and the broad overhang, in combination with an open carport, give the home a sense of depth. The elevated pool, which appears to have no pool fence, becomes the focal point to all living areas, bedrooms and the detached studio while the clean-lined kitchen, with flush rear wall and concealed butlers pantry, takes minimal kitchens to the next level. The homes rectilinear single depth layout, wrapped in glass and courtyards, achieves its point of difference.

Best New Residential Design - up to $500K construction cost


Silverleaves ProjectDesigner: Beaumont ConceptsPhone: (03) 5672 5196Web: www.beaumontconcepts.com.auBuilder: Constructing SpacesLocation: Silverleaves, VICPhotographer: Impress Photography

Set among the twisting trunks of banksia and eucalypt, this compact Phillip Island home exudes a relaxed holiday vibe that compliments its island location. Silverleaves is a compact, cost effective holiday home that sits both lightly on and effortlessly within its coastal surrounds. It exudes a relaxed holiday ambience with a nature conscious contemporary edge. The residence has been successful in responding to the constraints of the site and aesthetic requirements resulting in satisfi ed clients and rental occupants alike.

Best New Residential Design - up to $500K construction cost


Coastal ExposureDesigner: Designers By NaturePhone: (03) 5562 9823Web: www.designersbynature.com.auBuilder: Dance ConstructionsLocation: Port Fairy, VICPhotographer: Rowena Naylor PhotographyThis home integrates with its surrounds and affords its owners a perfect haven from the elements while offering spectacular views of the southern ocean. Using courtyards and lightweight cladding that has a proven history of longevity, the home is extremely robust whilst having strong aesthetic appeal. Strong form in the suspended guest wing gives a sense of drama on approach as does the bluestone groin leading you to the entry. A design that focuses on solar gain, thermal mass, view sharing from within and privacy from the outside are all achieved with great success.

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Hebe BraceDesigner: Visionary VanguardPhone: (08) 9221 8482Web: www.visionaryvanguard.com.auBuilder: Grandwood Homes By ZorziLocation: Stirling, WA

A simple yet dramatic solution to a simple brief that asked to take the client away from a more provisional style of residential architecture by stripping the house down to the absolute basics, to accentuate the form so as to contrast with the existing suburban fabric. Using simple common materials, such as texture coated concrete and brickwork, provided the designer with the tools to create this fine example of minimalist design. Thus standard materials used in a modern way illustrate poetry through minimalism, and give durability over time.


Trentham House - 700 hausDesigner: Glow Design GroupPhone: 0438 192 155Web: www.glowbuildingdesign.comBuilder: Rick EganLocation: Trentham East, VICPhotographer: Peter Clarke

This farmhouse style house utilises its site to not only expand and frame the views to various aspects, but also by being thermally efficient and comfortable. The designer worked closely with the client to achieve a design that meets their needs through presenting detailed images, three dimensional models and a comprehensive brief.It has satisfied the client brief, and works with materials that suit the surrounds and are low maintenance. The environmental efficiency is such that it has a low footprint and very good build quality using locally sourced materials.

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Finalist 2015 for the National Design Awards NABDfor Hebe Brace Stirling.

Winner 2015 Master Builders of WA Housing Excellence Awardfor Best Contract Home for Hebe Brace Stirling.

Finalist 2015 for the Design Excelllence Awards BDAWA for Hebe Brace Stirling.

Winner 2015 New Buildings 251m2 to 350m2 Category BDAWA for Hebe Brace Stirling.

Finalist 2015 for the Design Excelllence Awards BDAWA for Hebe Brace Stirling.

Finalist 2015 Conceptual Design / Unbuilt Projects BDAWAfor Castle Street North Beach.

Winner 2014 Conceptual Design / Unbuilt Projects BDAWAfor the Bowden Commercial Centre.

Winner 2013 Conceptual Design / Unbuilt Projects BDAWAfor the Perth International Concert Hall.

Finalist 2011 Conceptual Design / Unbuilt Projects BDAWAfor the Vaswani Residence Cairo Egypt.


TarakanDesigner: Rachcoff Vella Architecture Pty LtdPhone: (03) 9429 2733Web: www.rachcoffvella.com.auBuilder: Rod Layton BuildersLocation: Sorrento, VICPhotographer: Christine Francis PhotographyTarakan proudly occupies this site, surrounded by landscaped gardens and retention of significant Moonah trees. The end result is a contemporary family home which responds to the clients brief for an energetic yet relaxed home, ensuring large numbers can be entertained in a relaxed environment, whether around the pool, playing ball, reading under the Moonah tree, taking in the views or simply lounging around the feature local stone fireplace, whilst consuming the local Pinot Noir the Mornington Peninsula is known for. The choice of robust external materials such as Hillview Quarry Stone, Eco 3D Shiplap cladding together with elements of Zinc and natural finish render allows the home to age beautifully over time and further recede into its environment.

Best New Residential Design - over $1M construction cost


Best New Residential Design - over $1M construction cost

White Stone HouseDesigner: Chris Clout DesignPhone: (07) 5474 8107Web: www.chriscloutdesign.com.auBuilder: Coastal Building CertificationsLocation: Alexandra Headland, QLDPhotographer: Patrick Oberem

This site, with its coastal location, suited a contemporary beach house style. The light freshness of this house is noticed immediately with contemporary detailing on the faade. Successively sized portholes create interest with Eco outdoor Newport limestone cladding accentuating the light fresh appearance. Upon entering the house the natural light feeling is continued with the added warmth of timber flooring and cabinetry. Cantilevered timber treads extend over a pond with a glass bridge leading to the master suite. The eye is drawn out through the frameless picture window to the pool in a central courtyard. This allows maximum light penetration to the ground level whilst providing a focal point from all areas.


Convertible Courtyards HouseDesigner: Christopher Megowan Design Pty LtdPhone: 0451 025 525Web: www.christophermegowandesign.com.auBuilder: Jodans BuildingLocation: Prahran, VICPhotographer: Nils KoenningA central courtyard was created between the weatherboard and modern extension in order to flood the open kitchen, living and dining area with natural light. The conceptual strength of the house is found in the manually operated retractable roof which runs over 12 metres from north to south to cover both courtyards. A hand winch and a block and tackle, allow the slatted timber, steel and polycarbonate roof panel to help regulate sun and rain on the two outdoor spaces, a valuable feature given Melbournes famously fickle weather. Two sets of hardwood bi-folding doors, one on each side of the living room, help successfully ensure the all-important connection between indoors and out.

Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - up to $350K construction cost


North Perth RenovationDesigner: arc seven.1Phone: (08) 9201 1280Web: www.arc-seven1.com.auBuilder: Jason SaundersLocation: North Perth, WAPhotographer: F22 PhotographyNeatly tucked away behind the Art Deco faade of the existing home one finds the eye drawn to glimpses of this brilliantly resolved, tastefully crafted and exquisitely detailed addition - a deluxe adult cubbyhouse that is a space for the owners and their growing family to play, explore and relax. A light filled glazed connection from the existing house leads to the two-storey box at the rear. Built using lightweight construction methods it seems to float unanchored above the lower level enhancing the feeling of space and light that permeates the entire design. The interior spaces interact seamlessly with the lush outdoor courtyard area that is the final piece in this outstanding example of what quality building design is all about.

Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - $350K to $800K construction cost


Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - $ 350K to $800K construction cost

Heritage Re-InventionDesigner: EME Design Pty LtdPhone: 0402 335 588Web: www.emedesign.com.auBuilder: Rock City Building GroupLocation: South Yarra, VICPhotographer: EME Design

On entering, your first impression is that of light and space - a complete transformation from the dark warren it used to be. Rooms are generously proportioned to complement furniture collected over a lifetime, and the palette provides a modern backdrop of white, accented with charcoal planes of floor and benchtop and honey tones of timber ceilings. A departure from the conventional response, its staggered sections and borrowed views allow maximum efficiency where elements are designed for multiple functions.


View Street HouseDesigner: DTDA Pty LtdPhone: (08) 9286 4911Web: www.dtda.com.auBuilder: MAEK ConstructionsLocation: Peppermint Grove, WAPhotographer: DMAX PhtographyThis extensive alteration and additions project respects the original limestone house with elegant, beautifully detailed and executed interiors. Focus is on the internal views of the site rather than compromising the design in pursuit of river views. The resultant views to the outdoor areas from the new areas are the primary focus of the design, featuring a pool located close to the new build. The retention of a large existing tree beautifully compliments the house and provides substantial shading during the summer months. A cellar was added which celebrates the family business and love of wine, while the garage and loft bedroom at the rear provide a bookend to the property and enclose the views emphasising the seclusion and privacy the owners were seeking.

Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - over $800K construction cost

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Preston TownhousesDesigner: Taylor Reynolds Pty LtdPhone: (03) 9417 4833Web: www.taylorreynolds.com.auBuilder: Kleev HomesLocation: Preston, VICPhotographer: Patrick ReynoldsThe design vernacular echoes the landscape of the surrounding streetscape in a contemporary manner through both its form and fabric. The form is comprised of pitched boxes, which reflect the gable-ended roofs pervading the streetscape, which are broken up by single storey garages, dividing the mass and creating a sense of rhythm and articulation. The fundamental approach was simplicity in ornamentation; the success of the homes is the restrained detailing and restricted palette of materials. The polycarbonate clad entry element is the main axis of the home, the partial translucence of this traditionally utilitarian material reutilised to allow soft, ethereal light during daylight hours, while at night the light from within serves as a lantern, invoking a sense of theatre.

Best Multi-Residential Design - up to 6 Dwellings


Loftus StreetDesigner: Meyer Shircore and AssociatesPhone: (08) 9381 8511Web: www.meyershircore.com.auBuilder: Georgiou GroupLocation: West Leederville, WAPhotographer: David Morcombe

Best Multi-Residential Design - over 6 Dwellings

This unique site is surrounded on all sides by roads with a high level of exposure. Its nine storeys of mixed use development comprises of six storeys of offices and thirty apartments with commanding views of the surroundings across the top three levels. It separates commercial and residential lobbies at the ground floor podium level. The site demands a building with presence and the form of the development strives to achieve this. It is bold and commanding with strong vertical lines. The monochromatic colour scheme further enhances the cubic nature of the building. The design is modern, efficient and innovative.


Best Small Lot Design

Wray AvenueDesigner: Sam Martin Building DesignPhone: 0410 393 098Web: www.sammartin.net.auBuilder: Michael BeckLocation: Fremantle,WAPhotographer: Georgina WalshThis design solution, on a difficult and small site of under 250m2, takes great advantage of the limited northerly aspect, clever use of long sightlines, high ceilings and appropriate courtyard locations to provide the desired sense of space and a connection to the outdoors. Use of cedar louvres, limestone and weatherboards create the relaxed casual feel of the Fremantle coastal village environment. Efficient use of living and traffic spaces allow for a multitude of entertaining options while the long distance ocean views from upstairs are magnificent.


Urban Oasis TownhouseDesigner: Peter Searle DesignPhone: 0403 842 080Web: www.petersearledesign.com.auBuilder: Owner BuilderLocation: Kew, VICPhotographer: Simon Smith PhotographyThe small irregular site sits between a conservative residential street at the front and a largely industrial location at the rear, and successfully merges the polarities to create a respectful response to the design brief. The architectural form epitomises the positives between the industrial and residential location. The entrance is respectful and the rear is a striking yet subtle meeting of urban industrial. The result is a luxurious urban oasis capturing light and maximising the limited space and allowing quiet enjoyment of flowing indoor and outdoor areas.

Best Small Dwelling Design - up to 150m2


Northbridge Brewing CompanyDesigner: d4 DesignsPhone: 0412 987 757Web: www.d4designs.com.auBuilder: Utopia Industries Pty LtdLocation: Northbridge, WAA complex brief including having to deal with the City of Perth, the tenants, the landlord, 26 consultants and multiple state and local government authorities made for a challenging design process. The outcome is an outstanding building on the northern end of the Northbridge Piazza. It houses a working 12 hectolitre micro-brewery giving the interiors an excitingly complex industrial aesthetic with all the brewing pipework and kettles exposed. A rich mix of industrial materials, such as glass, steel copper, raw concrete and recycled bricks, take their cue from the sites industrial history and provide a relaxed and unpretentious backdrop for a welcoming space for clients and patrons alike, and a turnover for the owners well beyond their expectations.

Best New/Alteration/Addition Commercial Design



Best New/Alteration/Addition Industrial Design

A working microbrewery, showcased within two feature glass boxes, is a proud display of the offerings inside. Patrons enter the venue from Lake Street, by physically walking through the microbrewery and its honest mechanics. There is no fake faade or faux brewing kettles, what is poured from the beer font is brewed only meters away. Visually, the aesthetics of the venue responds respectfully to the site by taking cues from its industrial history within a contemporary form. A balance of industrial materials such as glass, steel, concrete and aged bricks, provide an unpretentious backdrop to form a relaxed and welcoming space.


Koala Childcare and Early Learning Centre, WarrnamboolDesigner: Form & Function Building DesignPhone: (03) 5561 1099Web: www.formandfunction.net.auBuilder: Nicholson ConstructionLocation: Warrnambool, VICPhotographer: Phinc

Best New/Alteration/Addition Public Building Design

The local history and sheer presence of this old school building sitting proudly in the streetscape made it a simple choice to be retained and restored for its next chapter. A solid brick gem ready for a revival and given the opportunity to once again have children running through its corridors. The Koala Childcare Centre, Warrnambool was respectfully restored to tell the story about the history of the building and most importantly, to provide a friendly and homely environment for its occupants. The result; a sustainable, modern day refurbishment that will ensure this old building is enjoyed for generations to come.


Best New/Alteration/Addition Public Building Design

Maranoa Regional Council- Roma Community HubDesigner: StruXi Design Pty LtdPhone: (07) 4638 4658Web: www.struxi.com.auBuilder: Sm + KA Duff Builders Pty LtdLocation: Roma, QldPhotographer: StruXi Design Pty Ltd

Maranoa Regional Council needed purpose built premises to serve as a hub for the provision of social services delivered by Maranoa Regional Council and other social service providers in the region. Key elements from the existing council structures were included in the new design to create continuity and, whilst embracing these existing elements, boldly incorporate vigorous and unique structural elements to create its own identity reflecting the communitys vibrant spirit.


Preston TownhousesDesigner: Taylor Reynolds Pty LtdPhone: (03) 9417 4833Web: www.taylorreynolds.com.auBuilder: Kleev HomesLocation: Preston, VICPhotographer: Patrick Reynolds

Best Residential Interior Design

With unadorned detailing and modest materials, it references the textural mid-century modern aesthetic in lieu of glossy surfaces. Honest materials - brick, concrete and timber - secured our attention and, in combination with these materials, the spaces and volumes became the focus. Prefinished oak boards, concrete and polycarbonate were employed internally to contrast against the neutral white walls. To soften the harder materials, thick woven wool carpets were used along with sheer linen curtains concealed in the ceiling recesses. The fireplace - an off the shelf proprietary item - was extended in elevation to sit more comfortably within the wall.


LK GroupDesigner: Studio MintPhone: (03) 9092 2678Web: www.studiomint.com.auBuilder: Intact ProjectsLocation: Melbourne, VICPhotographer: Latitude Group Pty Ltd

Best Non-Residential Interior Design

Working within the realms of the original 1972 construction, the design exposes the original architecture of Mordechai Benshemesh and uses the essence with a high-end New Yorkesque opulent working environment. This not only stages the expected success of the group aesthetically but also encapsulates the unison of the group of companies working under one umbrella organisation. Not withstanding the uniqueness and diversity of each sub-brand to foster their own culture and collaboration, it allows for communication within their business and across firms.


Heritage Re-InventionDesigner: EME Design Pty LtdPhone: 0402 335 588Web: www.emedesign.com.auBuilder: Rock City Building GroupLocation: South Yarra, VICPhotographer: EME Design

Best Heritage Design

The contemporary extension references rather than imitates the existing. The charm of elements such as the fireplace and arched opening have been showcased; faded wallpaper stripped away to reveal the brick walls and brought into the modern day with a coat of white. Keeping with the palette of dark and light, textured and smooth, existing 1960s fluted timber was given a second life as cladding to the master bathroom. At the juncture between old and new the timber ceiling of the extension wraps down the wall, with the dark timber floor seamlessly linking the two and cove lighting illuminating high heritage ceilings.


Richmond Icon - Dimmeys, RichmondDesigner: Armsby ArchitectsPhone: (03) 9676 2296Web: www.armsby.com.auBuilder: Crema ConstructionsLocation: Cremorne, VICPhotographer: Latitude Group Pty Ltd

Best Special Project Design

Balancing Heritage Victoria, town planning and community concerns whilst still maintaining a building that was affordable to build and could offer both restoration and revitalisation of Dimmeys was an incredible challenge. Facilitating vehicle and pedestrian access to the site whilst retaining the majority of the faade was challenging. Designing a building with a vision for the future in a form that was both sympathetic to and respectful of the existing presented an enormous challenge. It is a positive response for adapting and creating adaptable buildings for our future. This building could well be converted back to commercial use in future should building requirements change.

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Best Sustainable Design

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Today our award winning homes are 8 or 9 star in energy performance, and use only 30% of mains water compared to a standard 6 star home. We pride ourselves in selecting materials that are low in embodied energy, do not contribute to the loss of rainforest & habitat, nor off-gas dangerous chemicals to the internal environment. Combined with photovoltaics, solar hot water and efficient appliances, our houses are able to be truly Carbon Positive, meaning they will use less energy than they produce.


AthanaCategory: Best New Residential Design - up to $500K construction costDesigner: Arche Design ServicesPhone: (08) 8584 6797Web: www.handbuilt.com.auLocation: Loxton, SAPhotographer: Jane Wilson

Mt Crosby HouseCategory: Best Sustainable DesignDesigner: Archetype Designs and ProjectsPhone: (07) 3378 1202Web: www.archetype.net.auBuilder: Holley HomesPhotographer: David Spencer

Pyap ViewCategory: Best New Residential Design - $500K to $1M construction cost and Best Sustainable DesignDesigner: Arche Design ServicesPhone: (08) 8584 6797Web: www.handbuilt.com.auLocation: Pyap, SAPhotographer: Jane Wilson

The GreenwoodCategory: Best Multi-Residential Design - up to 6 DwellingsDesigner: Archsign Pty LtdPhone: (03) 9230 1400Web: www.archsign.com.auBuilder: EdgebuildLocation: Briar Hill, VICPhotographer: Rohan Tennakoon and Jean-Luc Syndikas

Richmond Icon - Dimmeys, RichmondCategory: Best Heritage DesignDesigner: Armsby ArchitectsPhone: (03) 9676 2296Web: www.armsby.com.auBuilder: Crema ConstructionsLocation: Cremorne, VICPhotographer: Latitude Group Pty Ltd

Trentham ProjectCategory: Best New Residential Design - up to $500K construction costDesigner: Beaumont ConceptsPhone: (03) 5672 5196Web: www.beaumontconcepts.com.auBuilder: Ecoliv BuildingsLocation: Trentham, VICPhotographer: Coast Magazine

James Street Indoor Gun RangeCategory: Best Special Project DesignDesigner: Aspect Architects & Project ManagersPhone: (07) 4632 9962Web: www.aspectapm.netBuilder: Cavanough Builders Pty LtdLocation: Toowoomba, QLDPhotographer: Trevor Cavanough

DaisyCategory: Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - up to $350K construction cost and Best Sustainable DesignDesigner: Blue Star DesignPhone: (08) 8554 3152Web: www.bluestar-designs.com.auLocation: Port Elliot, SA

Lexus of SpringwoodCategory: Best New/Alteration/Addition Commercial DesignDesigner: Brad Read Design Group Pty LtdPhone: (07) 3806 1855Web: www.brdg.com.auBuilder: Sunwest ConstructionLocation: Springwood, QLDPhotographer: Paul Smith

The Post Office Bar and RestaurantCategory: Best Non-Residential Interior DesignDesigner: Brad Read Design Group Pty LtdPhone: (07) 5443 3726Web: www.brdg.com.auBuilder: Reed Construction QueenslandLocation: Sunshine Coast, QLDPhotographer: Tiam Whitfield

Pac Av Tannum SandsCategory: Best Multi-Residential Design - over 6 DwellingsDesigner: Brad Read Design Group Pty LtdPhone: (07) 5443 3726Web: www.brdg.com.auBuilder: KHA Development ManagersLocation: Tannum Sands, QLDPhotographer: Angus Martin

Riverside DuplexCategory: Best Multi-Residential Design - up to 6 DwellingsDesigner: Chris Clout DesignPhone: (07) 5474 8107Web: www.chriscloutdesign.com.auBuilder: Coastal Building CertificationsPhotographer: Patrick Oberem


Matilda ResidenceCategory: Best Sustainable DesignDesigner: JUOPhone: 0421 378 225Web: www.juo.com.auBuilder: JA Constructions Pty LtdLocation: Perth, WAPhotographer: Kelly Bucksey Photography

The Wynnum Road ProjectCategory: Best New Residential Design - over $1M construction costDesigner: JR Design Services Qld Pty LtdPhone: (07) 3356 4546Web: www.joereggi.comBuilder: H4Living by BuiltexLocation: Norman Park, QLD

Murray Rd DwellingsCategory: Best Multi-Residential Design - up to 6 DwellingsDesigner: HMA of WAPhone: (08) 9475 0455Builder: Bill Pitt & SonsLocation: Bicton,WA

Integrated Wellbeing CentreCategory: Best New/Alteration/Addition Commercial DesignDesigner: Greg Pershouse & Associates Pty LtdPhone: (07) 4151 8350Web: www.pershousedesigns.com.auBuilder: Wayne KleidonLocation: Bundaberg, QLD

Trentham House - 700 hausCategory: Best Sustainable DesignDesigner: Glow Design GroupPhone: 0438 192 155Web: www.glowbuildingdesign.comBuilder: Rick EganLocation: Trentham East, VICPhotographer: Peter Clarke

Anderson ResidenceCategory: Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - $350K to $800K construction cost and Best Residential Interior DesignDesigner: EME Design Pty LtdPhone: 0402 335 588Web: www.emedesign.com.auBuilder: Andrew Bazell BuildingLocation: Grey River, VICPhotographer: EME Design

View Street HouseCategory: Best Residential Interior DesignDesigner: DTDA Pty LtdPhone: (08) 9286 4911Web: www.dtda.com.auBuilder: MAEK ConstructionsLocation: Peppermint Grove, WAPhotographer: DMAX Phtography

The Page ResidenceCategory: Best Heritage DesignDesigner: DesignBuild Homes Qld Pty LtdPhone: (07) 3252 2147Web: www.designbuildhomes.com.auBuilder: Tierney Constructions

The Abbott ResidenceCategory: Best New Residential Design - $500K to $1M construction costDesigner: DesignBuild Homes Qld Pty LtdPhone: (07) 3252 2147Web: www.designbuildhomes.com.auBuilder: Gala ConstructionsLocation: Taringa, QLDPhotographer: Damien Bredberg

Walker ResidenceCategory: Best New Residential Design - $500K to $1M construction cost and Best Residential Interior DesignDesigner: David Frazer DesignPhone: (08) 8379 8733Web: www.davidfrazerdesign.com.au

Newman AvenueCategory: Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - over $800K construction costDesigner: Cunningham DesignsPhone: 0411 888 177Web: www.cunninghamdesigns.com.auBuilder: D Pearce ConstructionsLocation: Camp Hill, QLDPhotographer: Angus Martin

McGahan Street ResidenceCategory: Best New Residential Design - over $1M construction costDesigner: Christopher DesignPhone: 0416 104 465Web: www.christopherdesign.com.auBuilder: New Way ConstructionsLocation: Carina, QLDPhotographer: David Kekwick


Flinders ViewCategory: Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - over $800K construction costDesigner: Penna Planning & DesignPhone: (08) 8683 3355

Apollo ResidenceCategory: Best New Residential Design - up to $500K construction cost and Best Residential Interior DesignDesigner: Penna Planning & DesignPhone: (08) 8683 3355

Casuarina PlaceCategory: Best Multi-Residential Design - over 6 DwellingsDesigner: Neo Building DesignPhone: (07) 3182 1488Web: www.neobuildingdesign.com.auBuilder: Prospero HomesLocation: Bray Park, QLDPhotographer: Neo Building Design

The TimberlineCategory: Best New Residential Design - $500K to $1M construction costDesigner: Neil Salvia Building DesignPhone: (08) 9344 6747Web: www.nsbd.com.auBuilder: Timik DevelopmentsLocation: Baynton, WAPhotographer: Margaret Bertling

Coolbinia ResidenceCategory: Best New Residential Design - over $1M construction costDesigner: NDP DesignPhone: 0414 592 142Web: www.ndpdesign.com.auBuilder: Azure ConstructionLocation: Coolbinia, WA

Dome Port HedlandCategory: Best Heritage DesignDesigner: Meyer Shircore and AssociatesPhone: (08) 9381 8511Web: www.meyershircore.com.auBuilder: WestructPhotographer: David Morcombe

Knight ResidenceCategory: Best New Residential Design - up to $500K construction costDesigner: Merge Building DesignPhone: (08) 9721 5300Web: www.mergedesign.com.auBuilder: Dagastino DevelopmentsLocation: Bunbury WAPhotographer: Matt Moyes Photography

Eco AutowashCategory: Best Special Project DesignDesigner: Merge Building DesignPhone: (08) 9721 5300Web: www.mergedesign.com.auBuilder: IGM ConstructionsLocation: Bunbury, WAPhotographer: Matt Moyes Photography

Churchlands ResidenceCategory: Best New Residential Design - $500K to $1M construction costDesigner: Mata Design StudioPhone: (08) 6143 7861Web: www.matadesign.com.auBuilder: Alpha Projects WALocation: Churchlands, WAPhotographer: D-Max Photography

Tropical House CairnsCategory: Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - $350K to $800K construction costDesigner: Lawson DesignPhone: (07) 4053 2058Web: www.lawsondesign.com.auBuilder: Maxa ConstructionLocation: Cairns, QLDPhotographer: Maxa Construction

Carine GladesCategory: Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - up to $350K construction costDesigner: KTR CreationsPhone: 0435 201 585Web: www.ktrcreations.com.auBuilder: RU DevelopmentsLocation: Duncraig, WAPhotographer: Lumiere Creative

The Courtyard HouseCategory: Best New Residential Design - up to $500K construction costDesigner: Kieron James DesignPhone: 0417 633 275Web: www.thebuildingdesigner.comBuilder: Bob Smith HomesLocation: Peregian Springs, QLDPhotographer: Kieron James


Scope Business ImagingCategory: Best New/Alteration/Addition Commercial DesignDesigner: Veens Design GroupPhone: (08) 9721 2526Web: www.veensdesign.com.auBuilder: Perkins BuildersLocation: Bunbury, WAPhotographer: Graham Hay Photograph

Bunbury Farmers MarketCategory: Best New/Alteration/Addition Public Building DesignDesigner: Veens Design GroupPhone: (08) 9721 2526Web: www.veensdesign.com.auBuilder: Civilcon BuildersLocation: Bunbury, WAPhotographer: Graham Hay Photography

Wireline ServicesCategory: Best New/Alteration/Addition Commercial Design and Best Non-Residential Interior DesignDesigner: Tascone Design TeamPhone: (08) 9227 6719Web: www.tascone.com.auBuilder: Spyda ConstructionsLocation: Osborne Park, WAPhotographer: Red Carpet Photography

Woolock StCategory: Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - up to $350K construction costDesigner: Synergy Building DesignPhone: (07) 3613 0030Web: www.synergybd.com.auBuilder: Premier RenovationLocation: Red Hill, QLDPhotographer: Matthew Rex

Seventh AveCategory: Best Small Dwelling Design - up to 150m2Designer: Synergy Building DesignPhone: (07) 3613 0030Web: www.synergybd.com.auBuilder: Kamda ConstructionLocation: Windsor, QLDPhotographer: Judi Turner-Buzer

McCarthy Residence The Club HouseCategory: Best Residential Interior DesignDesigner: StruXi Design Pty LtdPhone: (07) 4638 4658Web: www.struxi.com.auBuilder: Build Scape Pty ltdLocation: Toowoomba, QLDPhotographer: Salt Studions

CQ Crane Hire AdditionsCategory: Best New/Alteration/Addition Industrial DesignDesigner: Rufus Design Group Pty LtdPhone: (07) 4928 8011Web: www.rufusdesigngroup.comBuilder: Close Constructions Pty LtdLocation: Rockhampton, QLDPhotographer: Alicia Harvey

Holly ResidenceCategory: Best New Residential Design - $500K to $1M construction costDesigner: Reitsma + AssociatesPhone: (07) 5491 6834Web: www.reitsma.com.auBuilder: Clare HollyPhotographer: Trevor Reitsma

Undara StreetCategory: Best Small Lot DesignDesigner: Principal Plans Pty LtdPhone: 0414 301 234Web: www.principalplans.com.auBuilder: Monooka HomesLocation: Sunshine Cove, QLDPhotographer: Jason Smith Photography

Urban Oasis TownhouseCategory: Best Small Lot DesignDesigner: Peter Searle DesignPhone: 0403 842 080Web: www.petersearledesign.com.auBuilder: Owner BuilderLocation: Kew, VICPhotographer: Simon Smith Photography

Springfield ResidenceCategory: Best Alteration/Addition Residential Design - up to $350K construction costDesigner: Penna Planning & DesignPhone: (08) 8683 3355


E D I T O R I A L

There are not too many building products in the Australian market that tick all the boxes for style, simplicity of use, price, aesthetics and environmental sustainability.

And there are definitely very few companies in Australia that still manufacture building products from PEFC-certified state forests or private hardwood suppliers and have been since 1939.

Weathertex is almost an enigma an all Australian-owned company with a better than zero carbon footprint manufacturing high-quality timber cladding for residential and commercial projects.

The latest release in Weathertexs suite of products is Weathergroove, a new timber cladding being produced in smooth, ruff sawn, woodsman or natural profiles, Available in 150, 300, 600 and 1200mm spacings, Weathergroove can be painted with any exterior-grade acrylic or solvent-based paint.

The characteristics of each profile are: Smooth - a flat surface finish Ruff Sawn - a surface finish that has the characteristics of un-uniformed vertical and

horizontal shallow lines portraying a rustic appearance. Woodsman - a finish that has the characteristics of a wood-grain effect. The pattern

pressed displays the knots and curves of natural timber trees. Natural- an unprimed surface finish that provides a unique appearance with the

features and look of raw undressed timber.

Quick and easy to install, Weathergroove has an exclusive joining system designed to clip onto the rebated edges of each panel, allowing each sheet to blend in perfectly for a continuous panel finish.

It requires no special tools, silicone or adhesives for installation, is guaranteed not to rot, split or crack for 25 years and fixes directly to the building frame.

An added bonus, Weathergroove also provides a safe and reliable means of structural bracing.Weathergroove is the largest panel product available on the Australian market and ideal for covering large areas in a short time.

Aesthetically, Weathergroove is the perfect solution to satisfy the trend for natural timber. It is 100% natural - 97% hardwood and 3% wax.Featuring unprimed board with the characteristics and appearance of raw undressed timber, the surface is pressed to create a woodgrain effect. Its rough, deep-cut pattern shows all the knots, cracks and imperfections of natural timber and it can be left to weather naturally or be stained. When allowed to weather naturally, the depth of colour will vary, subject to location and sun exposure, however the board will gradually silver. If the surface is oiled, the look of fresh brown timber is maintained.

Weathertex Weathergroove has a thickness of 9.5mm and is available in: 3660mm x 1196mm 2745mm x 1196mm 2440mm x 1196mm

Weathertexs other range of products include Classic, Selflok and Primelok, all high-quality, natural timbers that are easy-to-install and competitively priced.

The companys commitment to environmentally sustainable does not end with its production of timber products.

Discarded wood fibre is used as nutrient rich compost; pallets are made from rejected board; bore water is pumped from an on-site aquifer, supplying the factory and then recycled on site to irrigate pasture and wood lots; and packaging is recyclable low-density polyethylene.

With more and more ordinary Australians seeking out products and companies that do more than just pay lip-service to environmental sustainability, Weathertex is the perfect choice for any building project.

Visit www.weathertex.com.au for more information.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSThe NABD thanks everybody associated with the 2015 NABD National Building Design Awards, including:

Judges

Steve ClaridgeBuilding Designer, Built Environment Design Institute LtdMember and President BDAQ

Sean HamiltonBuilding Designer, Hamilton Design Pty LtdFellow and Past President BDAV

Tamica LewisBuilding Designer, Tempus Design Studio Pty LtdMember and Vice President BDAQ

Andy MatthewsonBuilding Designer, Andy Matthewson DesignsMember MBDANT

Michael NobleBuilding Designer, M.C. Noble Building DesignMember BDASA

Sam PayneBuilding Designer, Payne DesignsMember and Vice President BDAWA

Karalyn PatrickBuilding Designer, Stuart J Patrick & Associates Pty LtdMember and President BDASA

Chris RenehanBuilding Designer, Moombeam DesignMember and Vice President BDANT

Ian Wilson Building Designer, Wilson id Pty LtdMember BDAV

Paul WilsonBuilding Designer, Beilby DesignMember and President BDAWA

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Editorial ContributionsTamica LewisMember and Vice President BDAQ

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