2018 HIA–CSR AUSTRALIAN HOUSING AWARDS FINALISTS: Hunter:Kerry Ahrenfeld, Coolwater Constructions North Queensland: Roslyn Smith, Anity Designer Homes NSW:Amy Thackeray, Sunday Homes Qeensland:uAngela Scott, Bungalow Tasmania: Angela Turner, Jak Allie Constructions Western Australia:Paula West, Inspired Homes 3 2018 HIA AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PARTNER PARTNERED BY Susie is a proactive, poised and positive business manager with her finger on the pulse. After a major rebranding for her family business in 2015, Susie moved from accounts to become the business manager. In two short years, her creativity, astute business sense and passion for housing has seen the business exceed its early goals. Susie has implemented innovative business systems and marketing strategies, and the business sponsors several local community groups. She’s hands-on and closely involved in every project, attending all client meetings, WINNER: supporting clients through each stage of the building SUSIE MARTIN, process and personally attending handovers. AARON MARTIN www.aaronmartinconstruction.com.au CONSTRUCTION SOUTH AUSTRALIA WINNER: CREATIVE STRUCTURES SOUTH AUSTRALIA 3 4 4 2018 HIA AUSTRALIAN TOWNHOUSE/VILLA OF THE YEAR This ultra-modern semi-detached duplex makes a bold statement from the street with meticulous attention to every detail. The rectangular overhanging upper-level with black vertical Scyon axon cladding framed in white render creates a crisp, clean and contemporary finish. However it’s the integration PARTNERED BY of the recycled red bricks that really elevates this project to the next level, wrapping around the side of the home and inviting visitors inside. www.creative-structures.com.au FINALISTS: ACT/Southern NSW:Troy Raulston Constructions Hunter:Mavid Construction North Queensland: Keir Constructions (Townsville) NSW: Elliott Projects Queensland:Condev Construction Tasmania: Lyden Builders Victoria:MK Building Group Western Australia:Lime St Projects MAY 2018 HOUSING 49