Impressive Innovation At The Master Builders Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards

The region’s annual Master Builders Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards was once again a glamorous affair, with leaders in the construction industry showcasing innovative methods and breathtaking design at the 2022 awards.

Held at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre (MECC) on August 13, a wide range of projects were recognized for thoughtful execution. From premium education facilities to resort-style homes and contemporary family homes, judges made note that this year’s field of entries was impressive.

Fergus Builders swept the pool with six awards on the night, including four awards in the construction category.

The team took out the coveted BUSSQ Builders Super President’s Award for their Richmond project, Cormac.

From the magnificent oversized outdoor area to the stunning living spaces and Hampton’s-inspired kitchen, this home was a standout for the judges.

“Quality workmanship abounds with this project and noticeably on all the Fergus Builders projects,” the judges’ comments read.

“Congratulations to the Fergus team on this immaculate home, a worthy winner of the President’s Award.”

The other big winner of the night was Icon Building Contractors collecting the House of the Year for Coryle at Grasstree Beach. The sprawling four-bedroom, two-office home also snagged the Individual Home from $650,000 up to $750,000.

Coryule was designed to capture and take in its amazing rural and ocean views. With open plan living, the home flows effortlessly to embrace both indoors and outdoor living.

The Ken & Nola Clark Perpetual Award for Quality Workmanship went to Rick Chelman Builders for Home Among the Gum Trees in Greenmount.

Building homes in remote and bushland settings is something that Rick and his team have specialised in for many years.

The project boasts the very best of innovative products and materials throughout the build.

Master Builders' Mackay & Whitsunday Regional Manager, Malcolm Hull, congratulated all the winners across the 36 categories.

"Our members have truly lived up to this year's Awards theme, Building Brilliance, which was inspired by them and their work. The projects they've delivered during these challenging times are a testament to their skills and resilience," he said.

“The quality of our winning homes is also second to none and epitomises what living in the Mackay & Whitsunday region is all about.

"It doesn't matter whether they've taken an Award home this year or not. Each of our 2022 entrants is a part of the Master Builders family and helps cement why we're so widely trusted and respected.”

2022 WINNERS

Major awards

● President's Award – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for Cormac (Richmond)

● Project of the Year Award – Woollam Constructions for Catherine McAuley College (West Mackay)

● House of the Year – Icon Building Contractors Pty Ltd for Coryule (Grasstree Beach)

Individual awards

● Apprentice of the Year Award – Jake Christensen from Cotter Builders Pty Ltd

● Women in Building – Ashlee Denyer from Lowcock Builders Pty Ltd)

● The Ken & Nola Clark Perpetual Award – Rick Chelman Builder Pty Ltd for Home Among The Gum Trees (Greenmount)

● Residential Trade Contractor of the Year – R & R Cabinetmaking for House of Arches (Beaconsfield)

● Commercial Trade Contractor of the Year – Coral Coast Plastering Pty Ltd for Carlisle Adventist College (Beaconsfield)

Specialty awards

● Best Residential Bathroom – Hotondo Homes Mackay for Parkedge Project (Richmond)

● Best Residential Kitchen – R & R Cabinetmaking for Farlane Park (Middlemount)

● Best Residential Swimming Pool – Urban Trend Constructions Australia Pty Ltd for Mango Residence (Eimeo)

Housing awards

● Home Renovation/Remodelling Project from $200,000 up to $400,000 – Cotter Builders Pty Ltd for Cottage on MacKenzie (West Mackay)

● Home Renovation/Remodelling Project from $400,000 up to $650,000 – Nathan Bow for Glenella Richmond Farm House (Mackay)

● Display Home from $450,000 up to $550,000 – Hotondo Homes Mackay for Seacoast 259 (Shoal Point)

● Individual Home up to $250,000 – Hotondo Homes Mackay for Ravenswood 157 (Rural View)

● Individual Home up to $350,000 – Cotter Builders Pty Ltd for Casa Sadie (Richmond)

● Individual Home from $350,000 up to $450,000 – Matthew Brady Projects for Mount Martin (Kuttabul)

● Individual Home from $450,000 up to $550,000 – Latitude 20 Homes for Hydeaway Bay Beach House (Hydeaway Bay)

● Individual Home from $550,000 up to $650,000 – Urban Trend Constructions Australia Pty Ltd for Sugarloaf Residence (Balnagowan)

● Individual Home from $650,000 up to $750,000 – Icon Building Contractors Pty Ltd for Coryule (Grasstree Beach)

● Individual Home from $750,000 up to $950,000 – Lowcock Builders Pty Ltd for Brampton House (Bowen)

● Individual Home from $1.25 million up to $2 million – Urban Trend Constructions Australia Pty Ltd for Mango Residence (Eimeo)

● Medium Density up to 3 storeys – 2 to 5 dwellings – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for West Mackay Apartments (West Mackay)

Construction awards

● Health Facilities up to $20 million – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for South Side Medical Centre (Mackay)

● Education Facilities up to $10 million – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for Carlisle Adventist College (Beaconsfield)

● Education Facilities over $10 million – Woollam Constructions for Catherine McAuley College (West Mackay)

● Community Service Facilities – Hamilton Island Constructions No.1 Pty Ltd for Hamilton Island Waste Water Treatment Facility Upgrade (Hamilton Island)

● Retail Facilities up to $5 million – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for Reece Plumbing (Mount Pleasant)

● Retail Facilities over $5 million – Mainbrace Constructions (QLD) Pty Ltd for Coles Andergrove (Andergrove)

● Tourism and Leisure Facilities up to $10 million – Red Emperor Constructions for Bettys Beach Boardwalk (Whitsunday Island)

● Tourism and Leisure Facilities over $10 million – Hutchinson Builders for Proserpine Entertainment Centre (Proserpine)

● Commercial Building up to $5 million – Endurance Sheds for MCI Complex (Paget)

● Commercial Building from $5 million up to $50 million – Vassallo Constructions Pty Ltd for Shute Harbour Marine Terminal (Shute Harbour)

● Industrial Building up to $5 million – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for Blenners Transport (Paget)

● Refurbishment/Renovation up to $750,000 – Lowcock Builders Pty Ltd for Construction of Health Care Space at Bowen TAFE Campus (Bowen)

● Refurbishment/Renovation over $750,000 – CiteCon for Club Wyndham Resort Airlie Beach (Airlie Beach)

Fergus Builders won six awards at the Master Builders Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards ceremony at the MECC

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