Sunshine Coast Master Builders award-winning homes 2023

A mega-mansion locals once thought was a supermarket or car park has been described as a “concrete masterpiece” after taking out a home of the year award. See all the winners.

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August 22, 2023 - 9:53AM

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A beachfront mansion at Dicky Beach which locals dubbed the “super IGA” during construction has been named the Sunshine Coast’s home of the year.

Wilson Beach House at Dicky Beach won the major prize at the Sunshine Coast Master Builders 2023 Housing and Construction Awards with judges describing it as a “concrete masterpiece”.

The home was initially suspected to become a supermarket or car park by the community, and Dicky Beach shopkeepers had dubbed it the “super IGA” due to the scale of construction.

Nick Hayes Constructions was awarded house of the year and best residential kitchen for homes over $10m for its work on the mega-mansion.

The “intergenerational resort-style beach house” was designed by architect Charles Wright with a focus on low maintenance and durability.

“Maximising ocean views, this timeless contemporary design is an entertainer’s dream with the ability to create multiple zones that can transform into one large open space to host guests,” a Sunshine Coast Master Builders spokesman said.

“Extensive ecological requirements needed to be considered during the construction of this incredible concrete structure with a long-life cycle being the primary design philosophy.”

The property has an underground parking area with a glass lift as well as a massive lap pool, gym, basketball court and even a bowling area.

The judges said no expenses were spared, and that any person staying in the home “would not be found wanting” with all facilities provided within the home.

“The builder’s technical ability and approach to finding innovative ways to incorporate services within the construction of an all-off-form concrete internal structure is evident throughout the build,” judges said.

“A magnificent job bringing it all together in such challenging times.”

Take a look at the other winners:

Sunshine Coast City Hall

McNab snagged the Bathersby Legal Project of the Year and Commercial/Industrial Building more than $50m award for the Sunshine Coast City Hall, designed by Cottee Parker Architects.

Master Builders labelled the development a “modern-day landmark masterpiece” incorporating sustainability features to “reduce environmental impact and embrace the Sunshine Coast climate.”

The building includes retail, civic and commercial spaces across its 10 storeys with theatre-style council chambers the “heart of the project,” the release said.

Mons by JT Homes

The Mons home in Buderim earned JT Homes the BUSSQ Building Super President’s Award, constructed to work with challenging landscape among natural bushland.

The two-storey house showed a “high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail” featuring polished spotted gum floors, a stone fireplace, outdoor entertainment area and customised cabinetry, they said.

Tomkins Commercial and Industrial Builders

Tomkins Commercial and Industrial Builders swept up four awards during the night.

The awards include the Health Facilities up to $20 million and Retail Facilities over $5 million for Forest Glen Village Centre and Excellence in Energy Efficiency and Environmental Management, and Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storeys) more than $20 million titles for Seanna Residences in Bokarina Beach.

The “luxury beachside” Seanna Residences development showcased “exceptional workmanship, superb finishes and quality commercial tenancies”, Master Builders said.

Individuals

Callum Zeuschner from Buildmast Construction was named the Apprentice of the Year and Linn Batey From Nyblad Construction took home the Women in Building Award.