Winning Homes 2012 Magazine by Master Builders Association of the ACT

WINNING HOMES - 2012 MASTER BUILDERS & BORAL EXCELLENCE IN BUILDING AWARDS

THE WOW FACTOR Getting Creative with the family home

Showcasing the BUILDING THE FRANKLIN CHARITY HOUSE

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CONTENTS

2012 MASTER BUILDERS & BORAL EXCELLENCE IN BUILDING AWARDS

WELCOME MESSAGE

WINNERS

MERITS

FINALISTS

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THE FRANKLIN CHARITY HOUSE

Winning Homes 2012 is published by the Master Builders Association of the ACT. Senior Manager Marketing and Membership Services David Leitch Events Co-Ordinator Emma Rice Graphic Design / Marketing Co-Ordinator Richard Boyce HUB COMMUNICATIONS Sales & Marketing Chris O’Brien Office Manager Juanita Lee Graphic Design Tom Buckland

All correspondence to: PO Box 1211 Fyshwick ACT 2609

Finalist: Custom Built Home more than $1m - D Group Long Beach, Bateman’s Bay

Telephone: 02 6280 9119 Email: dleitch@mba.org.au Online: www.mba.org.au

© This publication is copyright. No part of it may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means including electronic, mechanical photocopy, recording or otherwise without the permission of the Master Builders Association of the ACT. Disclaimer: readers are advised that the Master Builders Association of the ACT cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of statements made in advertising and editorial, nor the quality of the goods or services advertised. Opinions expressed throughout the publication are the contributors own and do not necessarily reflect the views or policy of the Master Builders Association of the ACT.

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WELCOME MESSAGE We are proud to present this ‘Winning Homes’ 2012 publication. It wonderfully depicts the incredible level of skill, professionalism and commitment of building and construction industry practitioners in the ACT and surrounding region. The exceptional work on display within these pages is of finalists and winners from the showcase event for the building and construction industry, the 2012 Master Builders & Boral Excellence in Building Awards. All entries are examined in detail by highly experienced current and former industry professionals who dedicate many hours of their valuable time to visit and judge all award entries. Projects are judged against a stringent set of criteria for each award category. The level of workmanship and attention to detail rate most highly in judging criteria set for the awards. Functionality, innovation, use and application of materials and sustainability also feature in judging. Ultimately, the Awards set the benchmark for others to aspire to and surpass. Everyone is acutely aware of the need and desire to improve environmental outcomes and sustainability. The local industry has taken up that challenge by embedding new and innovative products into the built form that will improve performance and help meet targets set by governments and sought by consumers. In meeting this challenge, our major awards partner and iconic Australian company, Boral, has stood alongside of industry to change things for the better. We are proud of our relationship with Boral in presenting the awards and of the work they have done and continue to do in partnering with industry to innovate for better environmental outcomes. We also acknowledge the outstanding contribution of our many other sponsors and supporters in presenting the awards and the finalists and winners featured throughout the pages of Winning Homes 2012. Across the land, the building and construction industry continues to be closely scrutinised. The work of the industry is constantly in the limelight because it is such a public display of craftsmanship. Our members are aware of the spotlight they operate in but never resile from the challenge. These pages are testament to their endeavour, their willingness to break new ground, and the pride that they have in their work undertaken for their clients.

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House of the Year HOUSE OF THE YEAR & CUSTOM BUILT HOME MORE THAN $1,000,000 CREATIVE BUILDING SERVICES / MARCUS GRAHAM ARCHITECT / CIA LANDSCAPES AND COLOUR / ARCHERTEC INTERIORS SUBURB O’MALLEY

The collaboration between Creative Building Services and the design team has resulted in a magnificent multi award winning project. This house was awarded top prize in four categories including Bathroom Design & Construction more than $25,000, Kitchen Design & Construction more than $25,000, Custom Built Home more than $1,000,000 and House of the Year. Our congratulations go to Creative Building Services, Marcus Graham Architect, Cia Landscapes and Colour, Archertec Interiors, OFM Direct and Pacific Stone for their part in this year’s most prestigious residential award, House of the Year. This modernist residence results from a five year collaboration between builder, architect, interior designer and landscape architect.

The result is a superb home constructed over two levels with basement. The ground floor is stepped to provide appropriate relationship to the site contours. Basement car parking is discretely located to ensure it is not visible from the street. A palette of high quality materials has been utilised both inside and outside the residence including:

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The residence focuses away from the street but maintains an attractive and interesting address

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The en-suite features a beautiful freestanding Apaiser bath in Grey Mist sitting on natural Crema Europa stone floors with surrounding seamless white Retroglass and stone wall panels. The bath is centred in front of large fixed glass windows maximising the view out to the surrounding hill tops and selected to match the Apaiser Grey Mist vanity top with basins integrated to create a seamless â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;all in oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; surface. The timber veneer finish used for the vanity and wardrobe joinery picks up on the warm earthy tones in the Crema Europa stone and the golden flecks seen in the Apaiser Grey Mist material adds depth to the colour palette. The en-suite also provides a large walk in shower behind the vanity and a toilet area hidden behind glass panels providing privacy. All walls and parts of the ceiling and bulkheads are panelled in stone or Retroglass creating a clean and seamless effect that really adds to the wow factor of this minimalist interior design.

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residential interior architecture & design

Inspiration for the kitchen design came from the mezzanine level above with the link bridge connecting the upper floor level over the kitchen and meals area. Using the strong architectural lines already seen in the house, the kitchen was formed to follow the same design language. The main island bench divides the kitchen for the meals area, with a connecting bench intersecting through the front of the island that then transforms into three linear light boxes with New York marble stone that sits with frames of white Caesarstone boxes that match the intersecting bench top. The front island is made out of the same New York marble that is seen inside the light boxes and is the inspiration for the colour palette used within the rest of the kitchen. The white quartz stone is used for the main cook top bench, the main sink bench and the main splash back, providing a practical and easy to maintain surface. Colour backed glass was used to follow the lines of the open timber shelves that lead around to the same timber veneer finish used on the cupboard doors above wall appliances integrated into the joinery. This detail creates a bold line intersecting the splashback wall and joinery alongside. The glass was colour matched to draw out the plum tone seen in the veins of the New York marble and to complement the timber and chocolate finishes used in the general interior.

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The landscape design complements the geometry and form of the architecture. Strong lines and grids of planting enhance this intent, with the asymmetrical arrangement of walls and scales carefully drawing the eye toward the house entry. The natural slope of the block is addressed and celebrated through a series of layered landscape treatments, all slightly different, yet unified in character.

As a result the landscape provides a series of ‘outdoor rooms’ providing a different visual and user experience.

THIS PROJECT WAS A WINNER IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: > HOUSE OF THE YEAR > CUSTOM BUILT HOME OVER $1 MILLION > BATHROOM DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION OVER $25,000 > KITCHEN DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION OVER $25,000

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CUSTOM BUILT HOME $600,000 - $1,000,000 COMPLETE CONSTRUCTIONS (AUST) SUBURB O’CONNOR This stunning O’Connor home by Complete

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CUSTOM BUILT HOME $300,000 - $600,000 TODAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOMES AND LIFESTYLE / MICHAEL PISCONE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER SUBURB TURNER The judges said this is an exceptionally well constructed home. The attention to detail and the quality of the design is immediately obvious in the naturally lit kitchen and family room. Accommodation consists of five large bedrooms, a formal lounge room, an open and airy informal family, meals and kitchen with seamless transition and accessibility to the outdoor entertaining area and beautifully landscaped gardens. The master bedroom is complete with a private ensuite and spacious walk-in robe. The use of materials has made this luxury home an outstanding project.

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Brilliant design with the environment in mind Design and build an energy efficient home to suit your taste, lifestyle and budget with Today’s Homes and Lifestyle, a reputable, multi-award winning builder. This home features many sustainable design ideas including: MBA Green Living inspired solar passive design; COLORBOND® steel with Thermatech® solar reflectance technology; and 20

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Today’s Homes and Lifestyle provide a flexible, professional approach to custom design, project management and construction – the results and our clients, speak for themselves. For more information visit www.todayshomes.com.au to view 100+ plans and to download the ‘Fundamental Building Guide’. You can also visit our 6 Star EER display homes at the Crace Demonstration Village – Crn of Chance and Barrata Streets, Crace. act winning homes 2012 Open Sat to Weds – 11am to 5pm

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‘BOLDREWOOD’ The light-filled spaces, stylish finishes and quality workmanship make the house a pleasure to live in for our whole family. The house was built with energy efficiency in mind without compromising style or function. The indoor-outdoor flow is perfect for entertaining, as is the spacious kitchen. The Today’s Homes team were very approachable and flexible throughout the building process and we now have our dream home to enjoy for years to come, thanks to the friendly and capable team at Today’s Homes and Lifestyle”.

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CUSTOM BUILT HOME LESS THAN $300,000 ANDARA HOMES SUBURB FORDE The property combines simple pleasures with real luxury living, using designer elements and innovative ideas to create a standout end result. The mix of quality face brick work, a corner window, timber panelling and stacker stone columns gives the residence beautiful street appeal. The complex building structure surrounding the alfresco area will allow use all year round. Overall, this project is well executed and represents high end quality for an affordable price.

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andara homes Custom Building Specialists Andara Homes appreciate that every client is exceptional in their own way, we ensure that all of our clients remain informed and stress free throughout the construction process. With a wealth of experience, our directors play active roles in meeting all our client’s customisations from start to ﬁnish, making themselves contactable at any stage of construction to deal directly with clients, all the while ensuring the utmost care and quality is assured. As with all of our clients, we are conﬁdent that our attention to detail and professionalism will leave you more than pleased. We will ensure that no stone is left unturned in maintaining a superior quality throughout each Andara built home.

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IV in building and construction and in 2008 earned a C Class licence. Wanting to position himself as a builder of high end housing, Rod purchased and successfully completed several ‘knock down re-builds’ in some of Canberra’s prominent suburbs.

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Our delivery systems and methodology has been recognised by the ACT Government by the fact that RAM is Prequalified in the fields of Project Management, Civil Contractor, Building Contractor (Residential and NonResidential) and Landscaping Contractor. This prequalification comes as a result of demonstrated performances in these fields of work and more importantly the Company exhibits the ability to continually deliver successful projects. We are preferred Contractors on several panels and have successfully delivered projects for Disability Housing and Community Services, Defence and the Land Development Agency. We believe that our core knowledge in project delivery, coupled with the abilities of our key personnel, subcontractors and suppliers allow us to deliver any construction project. If you are planning an important project, think RAM Constructions.

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DISPLAY HOME MORE THAN $300,000 SHAW LIVING SUBURB CRACE Shaw Living’s ‘The Odelle’ display home is an innovative solar-access design showcasing a range of sustainable features including, low energy ‘thermally broken’ double glazed windows and low energy lighting. The four-bedroom plan features two living areas and is designed for easy access, with doors 870mm wide and generous hallways. The kitchen has ample stone bench space and Smeg appliances. This comfortable, well designed and constructed home combines superiority inclusions and finishes with exceptional function and efficiency. The quality of ‘The Odelle’ is evident from the moment you approach the site and is reinforced on entering the home.

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DISPLAY HOME LESS THAN $300,000 ANDARA HOMES SUBURB FORDE The well-orientated aspect of Andara’s display home makes great use of natural light and adds to the spacious atmosphere internally. This unique property was built to very specific requirements with the result being a luxurious home representing good value for money. The workmanship is of a very high standard with the internal tiling a real standout. The judges also commented on the innovative use of the lightweight rendered ‘green board’ as a factor to help keep building costs down. Innovative and elegantly finished, this is a home to be proud of.

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APARTMENTS & UNITS UP TO THREE STOREYS AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL CONTRACTORS / ARCHITECTS RINGS & ASSOCIATES PROJECT ARTIQUE APARTMENTS The Artique Apartments were built to craft a living environment for people who live and work in the area, with the Campbell shops in close proximity to the apartments. Adding to the complexity of the project, which consists of one bedroom and two apartments, were the constraints with existing trees, driveways and the slope of the block. The end result is a building constructed with a contemporary mix of materials, achieving an interesting streetscape that also defines each apartment, allowing the residents a sense of ownership in the building.

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Architects Ring and Associates wish to congratulate all 2012 MBA award winners. We w o u l d l i k e t o t h a n k a l l c l i e n t s i n v o l v e d o v e r t h e p a s t y e a r. A s p e c i a l t h a n k y o u t o t h e f o l l o w i n g p a r t n e r s i n v o l v e d : P e r s e D e v e l o p m e n t s , B l a c k e t t H o m e s , A u s t r a l i a n C a p i t a l C o n t r a c t o r s , E m m a d a l e G r o u p , M m m I n t e r i o r s , F o x y ’s L a n d s c a p e s and photographer Jeremy Rozdarz. 2 / 5 9 We n t w o r t h Av e n u e K i n g s t o n A C T 2 6 0 4 PO Box 3299 Manuka ACT 2603 Phone: 02 6239 7177 Fax: 02 6239 7100 Email: araa@araa.com.au

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APARTMENTS & UNITS ABOVE THREE STOREYS CAPEZIO & CO / GOODWIN AGED CARE SERVICES PROJECT GOODWIN AINSLIE ILV’S (BLOCKS H + I) This project demanded the use of the best available trade resources. Trade contractors and suppliers were handpicked to ensure that Canberra’s best people were engaged on the project. Goodwin Ainslie is one of Canberra’s first multi-storey purpose built aged care residential projects. The design of each apartment includes a range of provisions for future adaptability, for example, removable kitchen cabinets, bathroom wall substrates for future grab rails, and accessible toilet compartments and showers. The internal finishes are nothing short of stunning and complement the high quality exterior design of the building. The level of workmanship and detail far exceeds industry standards, and complements the immense amount of time and effort that Goodwin and the design team have invested in this project.

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MEDIUM DENSITY / TOWNHOUSES CONSOLIDATED BUILDERS SUBURB DEAKIN The workmanship and attention to detail put into the construction of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Horizonsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; townhouses in Deakin is of an extremely high quality with the elegant design lending itself to a generously proportioned layout. The high ceilings provide a spacious and serene atmosphere while its northerly aspect offers plenty of natural light. Consolidated Builders have meticulously planned this project to maximise the views to Black Mountain Tower, Red Hill, parklands and surrounding hilltops whilst maintaining the privacy of each of the owners.

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MEDIUM DENSITY / VILLAS PINTO HOMES SUBURB FORDE This well designed and meticulously built development oozes class and style. Nestled in a bush setting the free-standing residences in this boutique development enjoy bush views from almost every window. The judges found the workmanship difficult to fault and noted the experience of the builder stands out with the quality of the finishes. Great planning and expert workmanship have resulted in a top class development.

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MEDIUM DENSITY / SMALL LOT HOUSING FGC DEVELOPMENTS SUBURB CHIFLEY FGC Developments have showcased their high quality craftsmanship in the functional design of this Chifley residence. Their eye for design allows for generously spacious living areas segregated from the bedrooms making exceptional use of the space available. The low maintenance residence creates a great sense of privacy for its residents and blends well with the streetscape.

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MEDIUM DENSITY / DUAL OCCUPANCY & RESIDENTIAL GREEN LIVING PROJECT PICHELMANN CONSTRUCTION / DNA ARCHITECTS SUBURB O’CONNOR Pichelmann Construction and DNA Architects in partnership with the owners have designed and built a dual occupancy for the family and parents on the site of an old home. The old home was “de-built” in that all materials found new life in the new homes and even in the neighbour’s home. All rooms of both homes face north, have direct access to gardens and take advantage of natural ventilation. 3D modelling was used to test all environmental features and to ensure the end result was a true work of art. The homes have 7 star energy ratings, an in-ground water tank, and 5 kilowatt solar panels. Recycled timber has been used throughout the homes.

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The burnished concrete floors with inlaid gum leaf designs are beautiful and add to the country feel. The stained glass windows from the old home form part of the art features of the home. High quality double glazed windows control heat gain and this, combined with the thermal properties of the floors, ensures a constant temperature. The enclosed fireplace is the only source of heat which is transferred to other rooms in the homes. A great use of material in these highly efficient residences.

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SPECIAL PURPOSE DWELLING TOTAL PROJECT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT SOUTHERN CROSS FREEMASONS VILLAGE The judges found Total Project Construction’s execution of the Freemason’s Village in Harden difficult to fault. With excellent attention to detail, quality use of materials and effective workmanship, the construction of the 45 apartment aged care facility features several dining rooms, lounge rooms, sitting areas and courtyards. Paying particular attention to design, the long verandas and generous living areas allow residents to make use of the elevated location of the apartments which provide commanding views of the rolling hills around Harden.

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STUDENT & GROUP ACCOMMODATION BAULDERSTONE PROJECT LENA KARMEL LODGE, THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY Lena Karmel Lodge has been purpose built to provide affordable student accommodation within the student residential precinct in the ANU Exchange. The project consists of a new two level basement totalling approx 22,000sqm, combined use ground floor comprising of retail, ANU Gym, dining halls and student amenities. The student accommodation with its associated study and common spaces is spread across three wings. Two are five storey wings and one is seven storeys. There are many highlights in Lena Karmel Lodge, two standouts are the timber clad feature staircase & linking bridge facing Barry Drive and the landscaped rooftop gardens with planter beds prefabricated from Corten metal sheets that provide soft landscaping for both permanent planting and for community use garden beds.

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PROJECT HOME MORE THAN $275,000 CLASSIC CONSTRUCTIONS SUBURB CRACE Finished to the highest level of quality, Classic Constructions did not want to compromise on the luxury inclusions and finishing materials. This can be seen with features like the raked ceiling in living areas, the polished timber floor boards throughout the home, the customised staircase with frameless glass and stainless steel handrail and with the hidden power points in the kitchen and bathrooms. This is another fine example of quality building from Classic Constructions.

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PROJECT HOME LESS THAN $275,000 BLACKETT HOMES SUBURB CASEY Looking out to the tree lined parkland in Casey this project home by Blackett Homes is an investorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delight. The flexible floor plan would appeal to a wide range of potential tenants, but it was the consistent high quality of workmanship throughout the house that impressed the judges. The design provides maximum living space, taking advantage of the blockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s northerly aspect and the value in each square metre is evident.

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Why Blackett Homes? 30 Years in Canberra Celebrating 30 years of building quality homes in Canberra, Blackett Homes have the local experience and expertise to ensure your new home is delivered on time and budget.

25 Year Structural Guarantee Our building management system ensures all our homes are constructed to the highest standards, allowing us to offer you a rock solid 25 year structural guarantee knowing you’ll never need it.

20 Week Build Time For your peace of mind and security, Blackett Homes offer a 20 week guarantee build time for single level construction starting from commencement on site. Now you can plan your move with certainty. Conditions apply.

Award Winning Homes Over the last 30 years, Blackett Homes have won many Housing Industry Association (HIA) and Master Builders Association (MBA) awards. In 2006 Blackett Homes was named the MBA’s National Residential Builder of the Year.

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Blackett Flexibility Our own in-house architectural design team are happy to make modifications to our standard home designs to suit your requirements. This can be done quickly and cost effectively.

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HERITAGE RESTORATION OR REFURBISHMENT & REMODELLING MORE THAN $400,000 PREFERRED BUILDERS / KARIN MCNAMARA DESIGN SUBURB FORREST Preferred Builders had a formidable challenge in extending this 80-year-old residence into a large contemporary home whilst maintaining its historic significance. The preservation of the original concept of the house within its park-like garden setting is apparent with the continuation of the simple but robust form and the detailed design of the features and fixtures resulted in the perfect balance of old and new.

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Outer buildings such as the garage, studio and gazebo overlooking the pool were constructed onsite and were so precisely done that it is impossible to tell that they were not a part of the original buildings. Stand-out features are the beautifully polished floors and the black and cream tiles in the bathroom and ensuite. The exceptional eye for detail in maintaining the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s external heritage appearance was of the highest order in the refurbishment of this magnificent home in Forrest and for that the judges were more than prepared to offer their highest accolades.

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REMODELLING $200,000 - $400,000 GEOFF REES SUBURB HACKETT A large cedar entry door draws you inside to the warm welcoming tones of the polished spotted gum timber floors. These extend throughout the residence until they meet the kitchen and family room which feature polished concrete floors that are heated hydronically, enhancing the overall warmth of this home. The exceptionally large double-glazed multi-fold sliding doors open off the living areas to the impressive timber deck. The cedar double-glazed windows are larger than normal; allowing the sun to shine right through the house. The quality of the workmanship and the finishes used throughout the renovation and remodelling of this home in Hackett are to be commended.

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REMODELLING LESS THAN $200,000 WAYNE GOODWIN BUILDING SERVICES SUBURB FISHER The extremely high attention to detail is evident in both the external and internal aspects of this outstanding remodelling job. The innovative design allowed the existing residence to blend magnificently into the new extension, offering a greater visual dimension to the homes street appeal whilst also providing a greater practical use of space to the home. The team from Wayne Goodwin Building Services has exceeded expectations. Representing exceptional value for money, this project succeeds in providing additional space internally for the family while increasing the privacy required for a home based business.

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KITCHEN DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION MORE THAN $25,000 & BATHROOM DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION MORE THAN $25,000 OFM DIRECT / PACIFIC STONE / CREATIVE BUILDING SERVICES / ARCHERTEC INTERIORS SUBURB Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;MALLEY Working closely with the builder and subcontractors the design team wanted to create a kitchen that not only worked well within the space allowed by the architect, but also provided the area with a creative design impact. Sitting within the heart of the home it was important that the kitchen integrated well with the meals and family rooms. The main island bench divides the kitchen from the meals area, with a connecting bench intersecting through to the front of the island that then transforms into three linear light boxes with New York marble stone that sits within frames of white Caesarstone boxes that matches the intersecting bench top.

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The en suite features a beautiful freestanding Apaiser bath in Grey Mist sitting on natural Crema Europa stone floor with surrounding seamless white Retroglass and stone wall panels. The bath is centred in front of large fixed glass windows, maximising the view out to the surrounding hill tops and selected to match the Apaiser Grey Mist vanity top with basins integrated to create a seamless â&#x20AC;&#x153;all in oneâ&#x20AC;? surface.

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KITCHEN DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION LESS THAN $25,000 SIMPLICITY KITCHENS SUBURB CAMPBELL The client wanted a modern and contemporary kitchen whilst maintaining a relatively conservative approach. Space was an issue as the kitchen area had to flow between a casual dining area and a multi-use area next to the pool. The cabinetry has been designed to be practical and functional with a minimalist feel so as to not be the centre of attention. Solu aluminium railings have been incorporated into the cabinetry allowing the doors and drawers to be opened without the need for handles. The pullouts in the pantry and an abundance of drawers allow full use of the space. The appliance cupboard is neatly tucked away to the side allowing the bench to be free from any unnecessary clutter.

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BATHROOM DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION LESS THAN $25,000 ACT HOMES / ARCHERTEC INTERIORS SUBURB CALWELL The original separate bathroom and WC were joined to create a more useable open space, an oversize shower was built into the WC room and the doorway closed off. New cabinetry and stone work were installed with custom mirror doors which add to the spacious feel. Stone feature tiles add to the glamorous effect. New white translucent glass was installed to the windows and the reveals tiled to create clean lines and keep cleaning to a minimum. The frameless shower screen and chrome fillings along with under tile heating complete the luxury feel of this room.

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OUTSTANDING WORKMANSHIP SELECT CUSTOM JOINERY SUBURB FALLS CREEK This kitchen has been manufactured to fine furniture grade standards with particular attention being placed on the finishing of materials. The utmost care and attention has been taken with each individual cabinet and component to create a kitchen that was designed and installed with the care and attention of a piece of fine furniture. The ‘Tree Pantry’ takes an artistic yet practical approach with the use of shapes and carvings from coffee ply bamboo and leadlight glass which has been laminated and cut to shape. Select Custom Joinery’s philosophy of showcasing the materials and construction methods in the final product is noteworthy with the exposure of the end grains a feature worth admiring.

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LANDSCAPING - APARTMENTS / UNITS / AGED CARE LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS/CAPEZIO & CO/GOODWIN AGED CARE SERVICES PROJECT GOODWIN AINSLIE ILVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S (BLOCKS H + I) The landscape constructed at the Goodwin Aged Care Apartments exhibits excellent skills in the installation of hard and soft landscape materials under demanding site conditions. The landscape contractor faced the challenge of working on a site surrounded by existing occupied residential apartments and tight access and operation restrictions. In spite of these conditions the completed landscape displays a high standard of execution and finish. Landscape Solutions has interpreted the essence of the landscape design and created a landscape setting that provides residents with pleasant external spaces for active and passive pastime as well as an attractive and comfortable path system that connects with the established village.

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BEST USE OF MATERIAL & INTERIOR FINISH PROFESSIONAL TILING SERVICES SUBURB ARANDA From the moment you step foot into this home, you know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve stepped into something special. The combined 700m2 of porcelain, glass and ceramic tiles give this home a warm and luxurious overall finish. This beautiful home has a number of innovative points of interest. While the same floor tile was used throughout all the wet areas, a different feature tile was used in each of the five bathrooms to individualise and personalise the spaces.

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The most striking feature of all the tiled areas is the suspended arch in the master ensuite shower. A metallic, textured, glazed porcelain tile was selected to reflect the feature highlights in the floor tile and provide a contrast to the simple, yet elegant finish of the wall tiles. Flawless attention to detail, including mitred corners, custom made step treads and meticulous sourcing of tiles combine to create an overall effect of minimalist excellence.

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EXCELLENCE IN WORK HEALTH & SAFETY - RESIDENTIAL BLACKETT HOMES (AUST) / MATRIX SYSTEMS PROJECT DEFENCE HOUSING AUSTRALIA Blackett Homes (Aust) has been at the forefront of the development and implementation of quality occupational health and safety systems to ensure its construction operations are the safest places to work. Blackettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s have in place risk management strategies, training systems and onsite implementation activities for each of its projects. Their projects, such as the suite of DHA homes in Crace, deploy these systems through the dedication of its staff and its specialist contractors which are formally managed and continuously improved to retain the excellent safety record it is rightfully proud of in Canberraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residential building community. It pays careful attention to involving all construction staff in the development and integration of safety, quality and environmental management from the beginning to the end of each project.

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OUTSTANDING APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR

JAMIE GIANCHOU Jamie was simply outstanding throughout his apprenticeship. His commitment and focus in both onsite and offsite training allowed him to develop and master his bricklaying skills. Apart from the Apprentice of the Year award Jamie has won a gold medal award in the ACT Worldskills and will go on to represent MBA Group Training at the National Worldskills competition. Jamie is an ambassador for both MBA Group Training and the bricklaying industry and has set a very high standard for other apprentices to follow.

OUTSTANDING CADET OF THE YEAR

TRYSTAN WARN It became clear very early in his placement that Trystan had the personal and professional presentation and commitment to become a great asset to this industry. His engaging personality, ability to be flexible and willingness to learn, together with his interest in the building industry are a credit to him. At Project Coordination Trystan has contributed to in-house cost saving recommendations which will be adopted by the company. His research information, presentation, and recommendation for these innovations are second to none. After moving to St Hillers, Trystan finished his cadetship and gained the respect of his subordinate staff, peers and clients. He will no doubt have a long and productive career in the construction industry.

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YOUTH PARTICIPATION & TRAINING BRIAN LAWRENCE Having completed a bricklaying apprenticeship in

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Sydney on the 16th April 1993. He has also trained apprentices at CITEA and for the last eight years has

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A GRADUATEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PERSPECTIVE. Brett Price was looking for a new challenge and he is a fine example of how work and study can go hand in hand. After completing an Electrical Apprenticeship in 2003, Brett worked in his trade for two years. Not wanting to stand still, Brett was interested in furthering his career in construction and started as a part-time student at the University of Canberra in the Building & Construction Management program. At the same time Brett was also looking for employment as a cadet or junior project manager with a commercial building company to complement his studies. He found work with St Hilliers on the Novotel refurbishment, then moved onto Hindmarsh Construction Australia working at the ANU as part of the construction team for the $240m Colleges of Sciences precinct. Hindmarsh is known for its flexible working arrangements allowing staff to meet both work and study commitments, and Brett was one of five Hindmarsh staff on the Colleges of Sciences project who were all working towards their Bachelor of Building and Construction Management. For Brett, time management was crucial, combining work, UC lectures and contact hours, assignments and studying for exams. He was, however, very grateful for the support he received from Hindmarsh and Lecturers at UC. His efforts resulted in a degree that can see Brett taking on Project Manager roles. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next for Brett? Continuing his work with Hindmarsh on the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Suite, another exciting and challenging project within the ANU Colleges of Sciences precinct.

Graduate Success Brett Price of Hindmarsh Construction Australia, on-site at the Australian National University.

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Project Domain on the Park

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Project Lena Karmel Lodge

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Goodwin Aged Care Services

Project University of Canberra

Project Goodwin Ainslie ILV’s (Blocks H + I)

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Finalist Wedler Contracting

Finalist Preferred Builders /

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Finalists Grayton Building Services /

Suburb O’Connor

Karin McNamara Design

Suburb Reid

DNA Architects Suburb Braddon

Suburb Forrest

REMODELLING MORE THAN $400,000

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Finalists Build Professional /

Karin McNamara Design

Suburb Reid

Suburb Griffith

TT Architecture

Suburb Forrest

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REMODELLING $200,000 - $400,000

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Finalists Build Professional /

Suburb Hackett

Interiorone

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TT Architecture Suburb McKellar

Suburb Duffy

REMODELLING $200,000 - $400,000

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Finalists Brother Projects /

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Finalist Steadfast Structures

MMM Interiors

Services

Suburb Farrer

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Suburb Fisher

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Pacific Stone

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Archertec Interiors

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Suburb O’Malley

KITCHEN DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - MORE THAN $25,000

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Sugar Designs

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Suburb Kambah

KITCHEN DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - LESS THAN $25,000

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KITCHEN DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - LESS THAN $25,000

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Master Builders SkillsSkills Centre Building FundFund has has been The Master Builders Centre Building been established will be exclusively for the for established for theand benefit of used non profit organisations benefit of non profit organisations for the acquisition, the acquisition, construction or maintenance of buildings construction or maintenance of buildings for building for building and construction training. and construction training. The Trustee is seeking financial contributions and other gifts for the Building Fund from Master Builders members and the public. The primary objective of the Fund is to purchase land and pay for construction where there are definite plans to construct a building to be used as a school by non-profit organisations for the training of apprentices and others in the building and construction industry and any other industry as the Trustee may decide from time to time. To make a tax deductible contribution to Master Builders Skills Centre Building Fund please contact Master Builders Association of the ACT.

Master Builders Association of the ACT 1 Iron Knob St, Fyshwick ACT 2609 | PO Box 1211, Fyshwick ACT 2609 Tel: (02) 6247 2099 Fax: (02) 6249 8374 Email: canberra@mba.org.au Web: www.mba.org.au

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The

Franklin

Charity House Five local charities that provide services to Canberraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homeless and disadvantaged are set to benefit from the auction of the Franklin Charity House in early 2013. Canberraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s peak building and construction association, the Master Builders Association of the ACT, has joined forces with the Land Development Agency on the Franklin Charity House project. The construction of the Franklin Charity House has been led by Classic Constructions, a business that is recognised as one of Canberraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading construction companies and renowned for its quality and service. A true example of the ACT building and construction industry coming together to support the local community, the Franklin Charity House is set to become a benchmark in residential construction. The two storey, double garage, 384 square metre house will feature a 7 star thermal rating which is achieved by its orientation on the block and its modern slab construction together with the use of double glazed windows and extensive insulation. With its sleek design and modern features, the House will be the ideal setting for entertaining family and friends in the undercover alfresco area with built-in barbecue surrounded by a generously sized backyard with easy care landscaping. The House will also boast hydronic heating, solar hot water and the lower level will provide adaptable design features, making it accessible for older people and people who may have physical disabilities.

Built for hopes and dreams

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The Land Development Agency’s dedication to achieving new standards of innovation, excellence and value in urban design and sustainable development in Canberra is evident in their development of Franklin. The suburb of Franklin illustrates the Land Development Agency’s commitment to developing residential communities that are resourced with a range of residential styles and well defined and efficient corridors for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. Franklin’s top class community facilities with high quality recreational open spaces further enhance the liveability of this suburb.

Franklin set the benchmark for community building initiatives by the introduction of the Land Development Agency’s ‘Mingle’ Program. ‘Mingle’ seeks to develop vibrant communities and hosts a variety of events such as the Gubur Dhaura heritage site tour. Franklin was developed to ensure that the cultural significance of Gubur Dhaura remains protected and respected, while enabling visitors to experience and enjoy the area. The Franklin Charity House is located in a quiet suburban street, close to public transport and schools with city views to the south.

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THE

FRANKLIN

CHARITY HOUSE

The proceeds from the auction are set to benefit five charities within the ACT including YWCA of Canberra, YouthCARE Canberra, the Canberra Men’s Centre, Toora Women and Inanna Inc. Each of these charities work to provide services to specific members of the Canberra community who are either homeless or in danger of becoming homeless and includes young people, older men and women and those escaping domestic violence. The YWCA of Canberra The YWCA of Canberra currently works with approximately 4,500 Canberrans through the delivery of 28 quality programs, across 20 physical locations, in the areas of children’s services, community development, housing, youth services, personal and professional training, and women’s leadership. The YWCA of Canberra is proposing to use the funds raised through the Franklin Charity House project to contribute to the purchase and fit-out of two properties to meet the housing needs of older single women who have insufficient superannuation savings to enter the rental market, but are not eligible for public housing. YouthCARECanberra YouthCARECanberra managed by Communities@Work offers a range of services to young people aged 12 to 25 years who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or in need of intensive support to help them get back on their feet. It is proposed that funds raised will be used to employ a part-time, female outreach worker to complement the existing full-time, male outreach worker as well as providing emergency assistance to meet immediate needs such as accommodation and medical services. Given the nature of the issues being confronted by many clients (drug/alcohol abuse, mental health issues, family breakdown, domestic violence), and their emotional fragility, a female worker will enhance the capacity of the program to meet the needs of a broader cross-section of clients and enable the current case load of 25 clients to be increased. The Canberra Men’s Centre The Canberra Men’s Centre’s objective is to have service clients regain a valued place in society, including safe housing, employment and participation in social cultural

and recreation activities. The Canberra Men’s Centre has identified support worker training as the priority activity to be supported by the project. The training will be in the form of classes, workshops, complex needs clinics and a one week internship in Adelaide. The Canberra Men’s Centre will support the training of eight ACT support workers. Inanna Inc. Innana Inc will direct money to assist indigenous children in families experiencing homelessness. Inanna propose to reconnect children in crisis and at risk with education. The project will hire a case manager to support a gradual reentry into an education stream. The case worker will visit target families and initially conduct education activities on site in the local area with educational activities conducted in a small bus or similar transport vehicle. The case worker will also supply access to books, materials, on site meals, and sports and recreational supplies. The program would aim to introduce children to a school-like learning environment, and a school-like discipline of classes and teacher – pupil interaction. The ultimate goal would be to prepare children to enroll in a conventional school and participate in the full school curriculum. Toora Women Toora Women provides a range of support services to women and women with children who are homeless due to domestic violence, drug and alcohol issues, mental health, sexual assault and exiting prison. Toora Women proposes to fund extended opening hours for a women’s shelter and associated crisis support services with project funding. With the project funding, the service will open later in the evenings, and provide a wider range of services, survival kits, and consumables for clients To date, over 60 companies have generously come on board to supply the labour and materials for the construction of the four bedroom house. Their contributions will greatly add to the proceeds from the auction, providing hope for the future for the ACT homeless and disadvantaged. Keep up to date with all the exciting news at W: www.franklincharityhouse.org.au F: www.facebook.com/franklincharityhouse T: @franklin_house

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BUILDING THE

CHARITY HOUSE

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Below are the floor plans for the Franklin Charity House

CHARITY HOUSE

Building the Franklin Charity House has involved more than 60 Master Builders members (see page 104). Some have given their time, some have given materials, without the generosity of these parties this project could not have happened.

BUILDING A 7 STAR ST

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BUILDING THE FRANKLIN

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With its sleek design and modern features, the Franklin Charity House will be the ideal setting for entertaining family and friends in the undercover alfresco area with a built-in barbecue surrounded by a generously sized backyard with easy care landscaping. To achieve the 7 star energy rated home , the Franklin Charity House needed a number of key aspects for the building fabric. The most crucial being double-glazed windows. Compared with existing energy efficient window options, Trend thermAL windows are a more cost effective solution, and one that provides a high energy efficiency rating for the house. This, combined with the modern slab construction, the orientation of the house on the block and the extensive insulation have ensured the desired energy efficiency will be achieved.

The House will also boast hydronic heating. This type of heating works by circulating warm water through a network of crosslinked poly-ethlene pipes laid in the slab (pictured left), efficiently spreading heat throughout the house. The Apricus solar hot water unit on the roof uses evacuated tube technology to heat the water and is boosted by a gas system which will ensure that hot water is always available at the cheapest possible price. The owner of the house will save serious dollars in running costs. Michael and George Tanchevski of Classic Constructions are hoping to add to their vast collection of awards in 2013 with the Franklin Charity House project.

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ADAPTABLE DESIGN FEATURES The lower level of the Franklin Charity House will include some Adaptable Design features making it accessible for older people and people who may have physical disabilities. Many of the simple design changes would not be noticeable unless we were to point them out.

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Level access to the front door

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870mm wide doorways and wider corridors.

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Raised power points

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Lever action taps

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Reinforced wall linings in the bathrooms to allow ‘grab rails’

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The TV in the family room can be viewed from the kitchen

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Easy height toilets (50mm higher than standard)

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Low pile carpet

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Push button light switches

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Classic Constructions

Branco Boilers & Engineering

Licensed Builders

Foundation & Hydronic Heating

Classic Constructions is a strong supporter of charities within Canberra and the region and were delighted to assist when asked by Master Builders ACT for technical experience and assistance in managing the Franklin Charity House project.

Under floor heating creates a feeling of well being, as it gently and evenly warms the home. We are grateful to Branco Boilers who have installed a Rehau Under Floor Heating System. This type of heating works by circulating warm water through a network of cross-linked poly-ethlene pipes laid in the slab, efficiently spreading heat throughout the house. Using a modern control system the underfloor heating provides the right amount of heat to various rooms individually controlled by thermostats.

With a large number of loyal contractors, the wider team at Classic Constructions were willing to follow suit and provide their products and services to this great cause. Classic Constructions is a family owned company established in 1987 by Michael and George Tanchevski. Over time Classic Constructions has grown by continuously improving the level of service and high quality homes built for each client, treating every home as though it were one of their own.

Call (02) 6024 4628 for more information

At Classic Constructions the philosophy is simple â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to provide you with a creative, cost effective solution to your lifestyle and space needs, while guaranteeing the highest level of quality and service, to make sure your dream is a reality. Classic Constructions hope that much needed funds and greater community awareness are generated from the completion of the Franklin Charity House and look forward to assisting many more local charities in partnership with excellent organisations such as the Master Builders ACT, LDA and the ACT Government. Visit www.classicconstructions.com.au for more information

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MBA Group Training Apprentices Lending their skills for a good cause MBA Group Training provides continual learning opportunities through industry training and education services. Safe work practices within the industry are a priority with the Master Builders and expert advice is available in a range of areas including workplace health and safety requirements, industry codes of practice, education and training. The MBA Group Training Scheme has created significant employment opportunities for Apprentices, Trainees and Cadets and has eased administrative burdens for Host Employers.

MBA Group Training Apprentices have assisted in the build of the Franklin Charity House.

Throughout the Franklin Charity House project MBA Group Training apprentices have gained valuable onsite experience working with the subcontractors by erecting the frames and trusses, bricklaying and more recently, fitting the external cladding. The MBA Group Training carpentry apprentices have also constructed this superb Cubby House for the back yard of the Franklin Charity House. To make sure the colours are a match for the Charity House, Melinda Boag our project design consultant provided the colour scheme. We then asked Baressi Painting Services to help clients of the Canberra Men’s Centre with the painting.

MBA Group Training Apprentices built the cubby house for the Franklin Charity House. (Above and Below)

Thanks to The Canberra Men’s Centre for the painting of the cubby house.

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Barresi Painting Services

A Murray and Sons

Painting and Varnishing

Plumbing

Painting was not Frank Barresi’s trade of choice when he finished college.

A. Murray and Sons (ACT) Pty Ltd have been operating in the ACT since 1988 and has been a member of the Master Builders ACT since 1990.

Barresi Painting Services is a family business that started in the early 70’s. Frank remembers being pulled out of bed when it was still dark to go and spend his school holidays on the scenic building sites around Canberra and because of that, he was pretty certain at a young age painting was not for him. How wrong he was! As Frank explains “After college I started working with my dad for extra money which then led to me to an apprenticeship with him. I then grew to appreciate the trade and how much of an important part it plays in the overall building process. As a finishing trade you walk into a house with bare gyprock and transform it into a home, leaving you with a real sense of personal achievement”. Barresi Painting Services takes pride in their quality workmanship, together with the modern painting technologies used, ultimately providing superior customer service and satisfaction. Barresi Painting Services is constantly evolving and improving painting systems which allow them to produce a higher quality finish more efficiently. In the past Frank’s experience in contributing to charities was through donations. Like most people he always felt he could do more, so when Classic Constructions asked if was interested in participating in the Franklin Charity House he thought it would be a great way to incorporate his skills directly to the charities that will benefit from the sale of this house. Frank said he felt it was important to be part of the Franklin Charity House “With the information provided to me I can see these charities cover a widespread part of the Canberra community ranging from young people to older men and women. It is very satisfying knowing that my involvement in the Franklin Charity House may in some way help a fellow member of our community in their time of need”. Call 02 6242 0033 for more information

During the last 24 years AMS have grown from a small company to one of the largest Hydraulic companies in the ACT with a current staff of 68 people seven of these staff are MBA Group Training Apprentices. AMS have worked on hundreds of construction sites in the ACT, such as Hospitals, Office Blocks, High-rise Apartments, Shopping centres, Student Accommodation, Major Refurbishments and schools all ranging in contract value from as small as $100 to $7million dollars. AMS provide services in the way of Sanitary Plumbing, Drainage, Hot and Cold water supply, Gas services, Civil Works and Design and Construct services. AMS take pride in delivering all projects on time and with the highest quality of workmanship and professionalism. When the Master Builders ACT asked AMS if they would help in the plumbing to the Franklin Charity House, David Morgan said he would be happy to help. The work involved in the installation of this plumbing consists of installing Stackwork to upper level of the house servicing the bathroom, including the hot and cold water to the fixtures. The work for the lower level consists of an Alfresco area with a sink, a powder room with WC and basin, laundry, kitchen and ensuite. All of these areas will have hot and cold water supplied. The type of water pipe AMS will use is a new system called Multec. This pipe is an aluminium plastic coated pipe. To avoid any cross connections this pipe is coloured white for cold and red for hot. For more information visit www.amurrayandsons.com.au

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Caesarstone Engineered Stone Surfaces Operating in Australia since 2001, Caesarstone® is today the market leading brand of quartz surfaces in Australia. Caesarstone Australia Pty Ltd is a fully owned subsidiary of the manufacturer and has branches in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia and sub distributors in New Zealand. With an extensive distribution network, Caesarstone® is well positioned to meet the needs of both retail and trade customers Australia wide. The exceptional beauty, strength and durability of quartz ensure a product that is far superior to natural stone and other manufactured surfaces. Created from 93% natural quartz aggregates, organic pigments and enhanced polymer resins, Caesarstone® provides a surface with exceptional properties of heat, stain, scratch and chip resistance. The Caesarstone® product range includes four collections - Classico™, Supremo™, Motivo™ and Concetto™. These collections offer a contemporary approach to kitchen design and renovations while maintaining the quality and luxury that consumers have come to expect from this category. With five new designs added to the Caesarstone® Classico™ collection, this has not just expanded our range, but also further refined its relevance to the needs of design professionals and end consumers alike.

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Cocoa Fudge™ is deliciously rich from both its organic blended structure and chocolate brown colour.

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Shitake™ can simply be described as beautiful, with a delicate organic blend of mushroom, white and darker tones – we see this as a new sophisticated classic design.

Caesarstone® engineered stone surfaces are a smart, modern alternative to products such as marble and granite for kitchen bench tops and splash backs as well as bathroom vanities and wall linings. For homeowners looking to renovate their kitchen or bathroom, Caesarstone’s website (www.caesarstone.com. au) is a fantastic place to start that process with colour and design ideas and a ‘where to view’ feature that will locate the nearest, most convenient showroom with Caesarstone on display, anywhere in the country. Caesarstone was very pleased to be involved in the Franklin Charity House and provided its Pure White colour from its core Classico collection for the kitchen bench tops.

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Ocean Foam™ is a whiter white on blended fine quartz structure which has evolved from our core white palette.

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Southern Innovations & Southern Plumbing Plus Plumbing, Bathroom & Kitchen Products Southern Innovations and Southern Plumbing Plus are proud to be associated with the wonderful concept of the Charity House at Franklin. In conjunction with their suppliers, they’ve been able to donate plumbing, bathroom and kitchen products which will provide real quality for the ultimate owners of the house. These include Baumatic appliances for the kitchen, high-end European fixtures from Rogerseller for the bathrooms, and on the roof, an efficient and highly effective solar hot water system from Apricus. A Canberra locally-owned company, Southern Plumbing Supplies has been serving the capital and the region around it for more than 35 years. Their two main stores in Canberra are at 21 Lyell Street in Fyshwick and 149 Flemington Road in Mitchell. At both locations, customers will find showrooms that are places of inspiration and ideas. They display contemporary products of outstanding quality with the latest in European design, form and colour. The company’s commercial sales team uses the resources of the showrooms to advise builders and developers on the right product for each of their projects – whether it be a multi-level block of units, a cluster of townhouses or a cottage development. With years of experience behind them, members of the commercial team know the best application of bathroom and kitchen products to suit any budget.

appliances in the kitchen include a 7-function fully programmable oven, a four burner gas cooktop with a wok burner, an under-bench dishwasher, a 90cm stainless steel and curved glass canopy rangehood and a built-in microwave with grill function. In the bathrooms there are back-to-wall toilet suites from Rogerseller, pin-lever mixers, sleek bathroom accessories and a luxurious 1700 full metal bath. The Apricus solar hot water unit on the roof uses evacuated tube technology to heat the water and is boosted by a gas system which will ensure that hot water is always available at the cheapest possible price. The owner of the house will save serious dollars in running costs. Managing Director of Southern Plumbing and Southern Innovations, Warwick Beutler, said “the Charity House idea received such widespread industry support because it was a wonderful way of helping a range of needy charities in the ACT. Everyone associated with the project – the MBA, Classic Constructions, the LDA and the ACT Government – is to be congratulated” . Visit www.southerninnovations.com.au for more information

The commercial team has put together some stunning products for the Franklin Charity House. The Baumatic

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Rivoland Tiles Tiling Warmth and simplicity brings this tile selection out of the cold, for the Franklin Charity House. Rivoland is proud to support this worthy initiative to help the vulnerable in our community.

works in the busy accounts area with her daughter, Emily. Denis has developed strong relationships with builders and tilers in the region and overseas suppliers to meet their needs.

Designer Melinda Boag has selected “Desco Latte” a medium sized tile at 400 x 400mm for the main floor area. The architectural style created throughout is minimal and appealing to all styles and tastes. To complement the main area the “Desco Latte” has been applied to the wet areas. This tile is available in a variety of sizes making it a very practical choice for challenging floors. The wet areas have been treated alike though separately identified by the features tiles.

With the customer demand and the family’s commitment to customer service the family began to employ external staff. Today there are over 35 staff throughout the Queanbeyan and Mitchell showrooms and warehouses.

The main bathroom area is warmly accented with “Chic Red” a glazed porcelain tile 240 x 600mm, with a subtle pattern. It’s soft paprika tones are sure to work with any decor. The ensuite area is accented with “Chic Red’s” sister, “Chic Moka”. A tasty and seductive chocolate flavoured tile that is guaranteed to impress and have you wanting more. Finally, to balance these warm tones throughout the remaining wet area walls are finished with a simple yet beautiful Matt white ceramic wall tile 200 x 400mm. This allows all the elements to “have a say” and work together in harmony, letting you get back to what’s important... Living! Tony and Gabriella Guglielmin established Rivoland Granular Marble in partnership in 1976. The business specialised in texture coating for walls, operating out of a premises in Paterson Parade Queanbeyan. In 1981 the business moved into tile industry with Tony and Gabriella’s eldest son, Denis joining the business. They moved to a small premises in the centre of Queanbeyan on Crawford Street with a very small showroom. The tiles then were all Italian ceramic. A few years later with the business expanding Tony constructed their new and still existing showroom at 100 Crawford Street. In the following years their other three children joined the growing business. Ronny and Jeannette played an important part in the showroom and warehouse functions, both have amassed considerable knowledge of the tile industry. Daniela act winning homes 2012

In 2007 they opened a trade store in Mitchell to better serve their customers due to the amount of ongoing construction work on the north side of Canberra. Rivoland opened another showroom in January last year in Mitchell at the same site as the trade centre. It has been received well and both the Queanbeyan and Mitchell showrooms continue to provide inspiration and ideas for those that visit. Rivoland works closely with many of Canberra and the surrounds builders and tilers. We pride ourselves on our customer service and have several trucks on the road each day delivering tiles to builders throughout the region. Sales and logistics staff work together to strive to get the right product to the customer in a timely manner. Rivoland Tiles product availability is the largest in the ACT and NSW regional area. They import from Italy, Spain, China and Brazil, products ranging from ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone in all shapes and sizes. Rivoland also work closely with Australian suppliers and wholesalers showcasing a range second to none. Rivoland Tiles is also a major supplier of tiling materials, tools and adhesives for all trade and renovation needs. Specialist fixing systems for those hard to lay floors, wet saws, tiles cutters to suit all projects and budgets, hole saws plus more are some of our specialities. Primers, adhesives, grouts and specialist finishing products are kept in constant supply to ensure the best possible finish. Visit www.rivoland.com.au for more information 99

Tankworks Australia Rainwater Harvesting Package Tankworks Australia is a leading national manufacturer of corrugated steel rainwater tanks with production plants in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. The operation supplies many builders, trade customers and consumers on the East coast of Australia including a significant level of business within the ACT. The operation began as a small Sydney suburban tank building operation in 1934 and has operated continually since this date. Over the last decade the business has steadily grown to now be recognised as one of the main suppliers of rainwater harvesting solutions. Tankworks Australia is proud to be supplying an industry leading Rainwater Harvesting package for the Franklin Charity House. The package consists of two made to measure 4000L Modline corrugated steel water tanks with the latest Integrated Evolution MKII pump and switching system. The tanks are designed to fit neatly at the rear of the property and are colour matched to the brick work to be unobtrusive and practical. Tankworks pioneered the made to measure solution and the latest design of the Modline tank (square ended slimline) means the maximum amount of water can be stored with the smallest possible footprint. “Many builders are surprised how economical we can be in the manufacture and delivery of a made to measure tank to suit their house design and meet the capacity requirements, often matching or beating other off the shelf solutions” says David Mortimer of Tankworks.

In addition to the tanks the system will utilise an internal sump pump feeding the tank mounted Evolution MKII switching system. This system will feed the rainwater first and then switch seamlessly back to the mains water supply when the tanks are empty. The system is neatly packaged into the tank and contains a two stage filtration setup to ensure the water is sediment free when delivered to the toilets and other devices. “We are very excited to be offering the Evolution MKII system which is exclusive to Tankworks Australia and is a result of lengthy development with Industry Partner Davey Water products” says David Mortimer. “The system is factory integrated to the tank and delivered ready for a simple hookup to the house pipe work, installation time is halved and the whole unit is backed by a full 3 year onsite warranty” It is expected that the system will save over 40 000 litres of water a year and provide a reliable water source avoiding wasting precious drinking grade water for such task as flushing toilets or garden watering. The operation is ISO9001 certified and all the tanks carry the Watermark approval providing consumers confidence and security of a quality product backed by a well established company. Tankworks specializes in supplying complete packages to the residential building sector which are well engineered and price competitive to achieve many years of seamless operation. Visit www.tankworks.com.au for more information

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Leader Security Site Security - Ness Home Security Alarm System Leader Security is a proud supporter of the Franklin Charity House. With security playing such a vital role in any home, it makes sense that when building such a prestigious home that protecting the asset as well as the people who live in it now and into the future makes for a sound investment. Leader Security is a locally based Australian owned innovator of cutting edge security solutions for a diverse range of industries. Leader specialises in the delivery of affordable physical and electronic security solutions. We offer an extensive range of protection services to accommodate varying levels of risk, and we are pro-active in identifying, prioritising and managing the security requirements of our clients. Leader Security train and employ local people to the highest standard to assist in the provision of security services for local families and business. Leader Security is dedicated to the protection and preservation of assets, people, property and information. We, in consultation with you, can select or design an efficient, yet cost-effective security program to suit your specific needs. Leader Security was built on the foundations of quality, service and excellence. We strive to exceed expectations through a process of continuous innovation and by providing the highest levels of quality service. We understand that each client’s requirements are unique and special to their own needs, hence flexibility is a key factor in our organisation. We meet our clients’ safety challenges by creating a secure, organised, stress-free environment in which we’re committed to providing superior service, second to none.

Leader Security with the support of Seadan Security and Electronics will be showcasing the latest range of security solutions within the Franklin Charity House Project; the services being provided include the provision of Leader’s Virtual Security solution to protect the project throughout the construction phase. Virtual Security involves the installation of an intruder activated video alarm system, backed by a rapid response from highly trained man & dog teams to confirmed activations. Since its inception Leader’s Virtual Security solution has led to more than 400 arrests primarily from construction sites. Ensuring the outside is protected is only one part of what the Leader Team will be delivering. Knock Knock… Who’s there? The new owners will know exactly who’s there with this state of the art video door intercom system complete with colour video monitor, the ability to safely screen your guests means no more unwanted visitors. The Gidatech colour video intercom represents one of the finest video intercom systems commercially available and supports multiple entry points as well as multiple answering points throughout the house. Another great feature of the Gidatech system is its ability to record images of visitors whilst the occupants are away from the home for review on their return, so you will always know who’s dropped by for a visit. To top things off Leader Security will be installing an Australian Made quality Ness home security alarm system incorporating a state of the art Navigator LCD touch screen. The Navigator touch screen is one of the best looking touch pads on the market, its backlit digital display is extremely user friendly making it an ideal choice even for the biggest technophobe, and its ultra-modern design ensures it will complement the most modern of homes. Visit www.leadersecurity.com.au for more information

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Trend Windows Thermal Energy Efficient Windows & Doors To achieve the 7 Star energy rating the Franklin Charity House needed double glazed windows. Trend Windows joined the project to showcse their new thermal energy efficient windows and doors.s Trend thermAL energy efficiency windows & doors are a revolutionary hybrid window product combining the strength and security of aluminium with ERP, a new patented insulating skin. ERP is an advanced Extruded Rigid Polymer, which incorporates a number of innovative properties. These properties include pre-stressing to eliminate expansion and contraction, UV stabilisation to protect from sun exposure and impact modification to protect against accidental damage.

This innovative feature allows for a bold exterior colour choice while a more subtle and complimentary colour can be used for the interior. When compared with existing energy efficient window options, Trend thermAL is a more cost effective solution by far. Trend thermAL is available in awning, casement and fixed windows and sliding doors. Thank you to Trend Windows for providing their energy efficient thermAL windows and doors. For more information about this unique product contact the team at Trend Windows. Visit www.trendwindows.com.au for more information

Trend thermAL has been designed to accommodate double glazed units up to 24mm for maximum energy efficiency. With over 60 glazing options available, there is one to suit any situation or climate zone in Australia. For design and aesthetic purposes,Trend thermAL enables selection of a two colour option. One colour for the aluminium exterior and a separate colour for the ERP interior. The colours have been tested for non-degradation and steadfastness in order to withstand harsh climatic conditions.

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James Hardie

Austral Bricks

Cladding & Flooring Systems

Bricks

James Hardie have come on board the Franklin Charity House project with the provision of a cladding and flooring system.

Austral Bricks™ are very proud to be associated with the Charity House development at Franklin. Austral has had a long and close relationship with both the Master Builders Association of the ACT and Classic Constructions so it made sense to come on board to support such a worthy cause. The Charity House is a good way to give back to the community that has supported our business over many years.

Smarter building begins before a single hammer is lifted. It starts from the moment the building materials are designed and produced. This new generation of sustainable building products feature the advanced cement composite Scyon.™ Challenging conventional building methods, they ingeniously combine workability and durability with artful simplicity. Not only is Scyon™ resistant to damage from termites, rot and fire1, but it can also be gun nailed and is easy to cut – like timber. From breathtaking facades, to resilient flooring, Scyon™ opens the door to a new generation of sustainable, efficient and durable products. Scyon Axon – Vertically grooved cladding. Scyon Axon is a vertically grooved cladding panel that looks sharp and smooth. Select from the two (133mm and 400mm) vertical groove width patterns. In the Franklin Charity House we selected Axon 400mm. Axon is cladding is made from Scyon, the advanced lightweight cement composite with heavy duty performance. Not only resistant to damage from termites, rot and fire(1) , but it can also be gun nailed and easy to cut – like timber.

Austral Bricks™ is a part of the Brickworks Group which includes Bristile Roofing™, Auswest Timbers™, Austral Masonry™ and our newest addition Austral Precast™. Brickworks have a long history of supporting various charities throughout Australia. For the past 10 years the Brickworks has been donating $30,000.00 a year to the Children’s Cancer Council. On top of this participating staff members donate $1.00 a week from their wage that also goes to this charity. Overall around $60,000.00 is donated to the Children’s Cancer Council. This money is used to buy new medical equipment. Austral Bricks would like to thank the Master Builders Association of the ACT for giving them the opportunity to be involved with this development and are looking forward to continuing to work together. Visit www.australbricks.com.au for more information

Scyon Secura flooring throughout the second floor. Scyon™ Secura™ interior flooring is a heavy weight structural flooring substrate that can be easily used for tile, vinyl and carpet finishes over timber or steel floor joists in both residential general interiors and wet areas. The strong, no-squeak feel of Secura™ interior flooring gives a solid impression without the weight and cost of concrete. Secura™ interior flooring has a10-year product warranty. When installed and maintained correctly and to the extent set out in James Hardie’s published literature current at the time of installation.

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Thank you to the following companies and organisations for their ongoing support of this important initiative.

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A Murray and Sons AC Blue ACT Recycling ACT Waterproofing Amey Bros Artistic Concrete Austral Bricks Barresi Painters Bluescope Steel Branco Boilers Burning Log Canberra Sand & Gravel Capital Cranes Caeserstone Classic Tiling Classic Excavations Capital Gas Works Capital Insulation Coates Hire Corinthian

Corkhill Brothers CRT Dawe Constructions Designs by Mahony Easy Care Landscaping Eclipse Carpentry Enviropest Ern Smith Euro Bricklaying Evatt Cleaning Fast Reo Gainsborough Herzog Steel Hewatt Earthworks Independent Property Group James Hardie Leader Security M & S Kitchens M & S Surveyors Master Builders Fidelity Fund

Melinda Boag Designs Meyer Vandenberg Monaro Mix Palmers TV Rivoland Tiles Southcoast Stairs Regency Screens Rent a Fence Rovera Scaffolding (ACT) Scaffad Australia Simeco Electrical Contractors Southern Innovations Stoddart Group Stonehenge Tankworks Thirlston Floor Coverings Trend Windows WR Engineering

If you would like to be a part of this important local project, please contact:

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