2018 HIA–CSR AUSTRALIAN HOUSING AWARDS FINALISTS: ACT/Southern NSW:G C Building Hunter:Rustic Touch North Queensland:GJ Gardner Homes Cairns Northern Territory:Killarney Homes NSW: John McDonald Building Services Queensland:Dayne Lawrie Constructions South Australia:TEK Building & Design Tasmania:Blackley Builders 1 2018 HIA AUSTRALIAN WINNER: SPEC HOME AVERNA HOMES WESTERN AUSTRALIA Outside is a stunning 180-degree view of the Perth city skyline. On the inside this substantial home encompasses an impressive gourmet kitchen and scullery, a guest bedroom with ensuite, and a spacious open-plan living and dining area with a magnificent 3.5 metre built-in fireplace. But that’s not all – there’s also a secret home theatre room behind a striking timber pivot wall, a plunge pool, two-storey alfresco, and a six-car garage. www.avernahomes.com.au PARTNERED BY WINNER: CORDWELL LANE TASMANIA 2 2018 HIA AUSTRALIAN RENOVATION/ADDITION PROJECT Truly remarkable workmanship can be seen throughout this project, a restoration of the historic 1830s Captain Kelly’s Cottage on Bruny Island. Judges commented ‘a comfortable home has been created… it has all of the conveniences contemporary living requires while allowing appreciation of the rich history.’ The cosy cottage is a perfect blend of modern technology including insulation and double-glazed windows and nostalgic décor with PARTNERED BY bespoke light fittings and concrete features. www.cordwelllane.com.au FINALISTS: ACT/Southern NSW:Harrison’s Joinery Hunter: CJ Pearce Constructions North Queensland:Lancini Homes Northern Territory: Overlander Homes NSW: John R Dean Constructions Queensland:L.A.K. Constructions South Australia:BTF Constructions Victoria:Beaton Projects Australia Western Australia:Tallwood Constructions MAY 2018 HOUSING 51