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MASTER BUILDER
Official Magazine of the Master Builders Association of NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018
2018 EXCELLENCE IN HOUSING
AND POOL AWARDS
All the Winners Revealed Inside
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MASTER BUILDER
Official Magazine of the Master Builders Association of NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018
In this issue
REGULARS
4 Contact List
7 President’s Viewpoint
9 Executive Director’s Viewpoint
58 Regional Roundup
86 Looking Back
2018 EXCELLENCE IN HOUSING
87 Dates for Your Diary AND POOL AWARDS
All the Winners Revealed Inside
FEATURE ARTICLES
About the cover:
11 Excellence in Housing & Pool Awards This edition’s cover is from the 2018 Excellence
in Housing & Pool Awards - Master Builder of
Showcasing the best of NSW the Year - EJ Constructions
Project: Gyllenpalm
GENERAL FEATURES
56 Training
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CONTACTS
MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NEW SOUTH WALES
Contacts
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52 Parramatta Road, Forest Lodge NSW 2037 | Private Bag 9, Broadway NSW 2007
Tel: 02 8586 3555 | Fax: 02 9660 3700 | Email: enquiries@mbansw.asn.au
Website: www.mbansw.asn.au | ABN 96 550 042 906
HEAD OFFICE CAREERS ADVISORY SERVICE
Careers Advisor Steve Magner 0412 499 754
EXECUTIVE BOARD Careers Advisor Daniel Edwards 0429 576 417
Martin Patience President Manager Karen Kellock 0458 234 735
Simon Pilcher Deputy President
Ross Mitchell Immediate Past President EVENTS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Chris Calderbank Park Vice President Awards Coordinator Susan Manning 8586 3506
Mick Banks Vice President Awards Coordinator Assistant Linda Morris 8586 3564
Mike O’Donnell Vice President Special Projects Officer Amanda Kelly 8586 3504
Bob Black Vice President OPERATIONS
EXECUTIVE Director Operations Craig Donovan 8586 3537
Executive Director Brian Seidler 8586 3503 Government Projects & Programs Manager Omesh Jethwani 8586 3539
Executive Assistant Amanda de Vries 8586 3507 ICT Manager Amanda Kernaghan 8586 3580
Communications Steven Swan 8586 3562
MBA INSURANCE SERVICES IT Support/Webmaster Alexander Ashley-Carrington 8586 3525
FOREST LODGE OFFICE Sponsorship Relations Manager Haley Tibbetts 0412 980 829
NSW State Manager Mark Barnes 8586 3519
0466 431 218 FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION
Senior Account Manager (General) Edwina Lyall 8586 3570 Manager Finance & Administration Strebre Delovski 8586 3508
0412 806 700 Credit Control Manager Frank Chevell 8586 3509
Account Executive (Corporate) Diane Craven 8586 3594 Credit Officer Daniela Fraumeni 8586 3567
SME Team Leader (General) Jess Walsh 8586 3556 Inventory & Administration Officer Georgia Hunt 8586 3527
0478 401 931 Accounts Payable Officer Bridget Delmore 8586 3510
Snr Account Executive Hilda Marfo 8586 3501 Assistant Accountant Sebastian Aguilera 8586 3511
Account Executive Harry Rankin 9296 6609 Reception #2 8586 3526
Account Executive Linda Thompson 8586 3568 Charles Martin Room 8586 3546
Account Executive Diego Califato 9296 6605
Business Development Manager (General) Dele Omisore 8586 3583 REGIONAL OFFICES
0410 234 605
0466 770 910 NEWCASTLE OFFICE
Business Development Executive Patrick Rafferty 8586 3565 Level 1, 165 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 2292 4953 9400
0481 906 275 Hunter Region Manager Len Blakeney 4979 0101
Business Development Assistant Shaian Carmona 9296 6604 Member Services Representative Ashleigh O’Brien 4979 0103
Team Leader – Warranty Peter Usher 8586 3512 Receptionist Jenaya McNaught 4953 9400
Senior Account Executive – Warranty Daniel Vine 8586 3566 Industrial Relations 0fficer Ben Ziolkowski 4979 0107
Assistant Account Executive – Warranty Maria Karamalis 8586 3528 Membership Officer Kevin Sullivan 0439 157 141
National Business Development Manager (Surety) Bill Korakis 8586 3541 Safety Officer John McGhee 4979 0112
0431 658 067 NSW Regional Office & Divisional Coordinator Luke Reeves 4979 0109
NEWCASTLE OFFICE Events and Training Coodinator Kerri Richards 4979 0105
Business Development Manager Leanne Farmer 4979 0115 Trade Events Coordinator Rebeccah Kilmurray 0499 022 677
0466 777057 Business Development Manager Leeanne Farmer 4979 0115
Account Executive – Warranty Kirra Parr 4979 0108 0466 777 057
Account Executive – Warranty Kirra Parr 4979 0108
NORTHERN REGIONS OFFICE
Business Development Manager Alan Fraser 6681 4266
Account Executive – Ballina 0410 234 605 NORTHERN REGIONS
2 Boeing Ave, Ballina NSW 2478 6681 4266
MASTER BUILDERS FINANCIAL SERVICES Regional Coordinator Matthew Meury 0428 412 784
Leasing and Car Search Ogarit Kelley 0414 919 194 Member Services Representative Marlee Rudgley
MEMBER SERVICES MBA Insurance Services Alan Fraser 9296 6717
Manager Member Services Graham McGuiggan 8586 3554 0410 234 605
Membership Coordinator Paul Love 8586 3540 GOSFORD
0413 306 556 Unit 7/4 Stockyard Place, West Gosford NSW 2250 4323 4588
Membership Sales Support James Stevenson 8586 3581 Member Services Representative
Member Engagement Representative Josephine Lee 8586 3569
Marketing and Website Support Samantha Harris 8586 3572 SOUTHERN REGIONS
Administration Assistant Sarah Gunn 8586 3545 Unit 1, 171 Princes Highway, Ulladulla NSW 2539 4454 1955
Regional Coordinator Lynn Smith 0418 633 297
NORWEST EDUCATION CENTRE & TRAINING Member Services Representative Teresa Townsend 4454 1955
5 Burbank Place, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
Tel 8586 3588 ALBURY/WODONGA
MBA Skill Recognition Centre 1300 884 315 35 Hovell Street, Wodonga VIC 3690 02 6058 2000
APPRENTICESHIP SERVICES Regional Manager Steve Donaghey 0402 044 075
Tel 8586 3533 Administration Assistant Ashlee Lempa 02 6058 2000
Apprenticeship Services Manager Karen Kellock 8586 3538 Administration Assistant Vanessa Hollis 02 6058 2000
LEGAL PORT MACQUARIE
Head Solicitor Robert Collings 8586 3517 Unit 3, 12 Jindalee Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444 6581 4033
Member Services Representative Kerrie Clark 6581 4033
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND SAFETY
Director Construction Peter Glover 8586 3535 WOLLONGONG
Executive Officer Safety & Risk David Solomon 8586 3552 Unit 3, 29-35 Princes Highway, Unanderra NSW 2526 4272 9409
Industrial Relations Officers Iain Jarman 8586 3502 Member Services Representative Ruth Billington 4272 9409
Matthew Gissane 8586 3573 Regional Coordinator Lee Tanks 0419 140 126
Alex Gohari 8586 3529 ORANGE
Safety Officers Chris Schultz 8586 3522 Level 1, 296-298 Summer St, Orange NSW 2800 02 6362 6895
Nicholas Ruston 8586 3607 Regional Coordinator Chris Dunn 0458 243 976
Secretary – IR & Safety Beverly Glover 8586 3523
IR Administration Officer Annette Gee 8586 3531 MATES IN CONSTRUCTION
Industry Sector Co-ordinator Tracey Van Breugel 9296 6666 Hotline 8586 3575
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INDUSTRY STRENGTH
Introduction
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From the
President
WORKERS INTEGRAL TO INDUSTRY STRENGTH
Statistics indicate building and construction
is going from strength to strength in NSW.
Our industry is a major pillar of the Australian
economy, accounting for more than a 20%
of the national value of work on its own, and
has the Nation’s strongest economy. NSW is
experiencing high net inflow of people, some
60,000 last year, which will support strong
building and construction prospects over the
next 5 years.
NSW, in the year up to the end of the March
quarter 2018, has seen well over 50,000 contribute to a long lasting supply of skilled a Mathematics in Trades for years 11 and 12,
dwelling starts, and with housing finance trades people, the MBA is now involved in, which should be ready for the start of the 2019
commitments in proportion to this number, this and committed to a number of unique building school year.
has contributed to making NSW the nation’s industry focused pilot programs. We are very proud to have been associated
number one economy. The Master Builders Association has with the development of the Mathematics
Nationally the building and construction commenced a program in partnership with the in Trades pathway as it will assist students
industry is now the second largest sector in NSW Government’s Department of Education develop the maths skills they will require for their
Australia employing some 1.15 million workers, and four Universities, to establish a pathway future careers in the construction industry.
representing nearly 10% of Australia’s workforce from a trade apprenticeship to a bachelor This edition of the Master Builder Magazine
and contributes some 9% of the national gross degree. showcases the winner of each category for this
domestic product. The pilot program includes: year’s Excellence in Housing & Pool Awards.
MBA estimates that the work to be carried out, »» A pre-apprenticeship program; These awards celebrate and acknowledge
over the next 4 years across Australia is some excellence in building and construction in NSW.
»» The trade apprenticeship;
$900 billion – across all sectors, with NSW’s This year the industry has again produced
»» A Diploma of Project Management; and magnificent quality and exceptional levels of
share being some 30% of that amount.
»» A Bachelor Degree in Construction construction. Ten judges commenced judging
Master Builders calculates that some 300,000 in April this year – and concluded in July, some
Management.
new skilled workers will be required nationally in four months of full time judging across NSW.
the industry by the end of this decade to meet Participants who complete their apprenticeship
and the diploma will be eligible for exemptions Each building project entered was visited and
the demand for future new building projects. a site inspection conducted. The construction
However, in addition, some 30,000 workers will to time off the bachelor degree of their choice,
through one of the universities the MBA has an value for all of the entries received this year
leave the industry annually due to retirement or equated to some $870M.
career change. agreement with.
This pilot program addresses the increase I am told that the judges literally agonised over
You may be aware that historically our main their decisions due to the high quality of building
feeder to replenis-h these tradespeople in calls from industry to have trade-based
project managers, as well as introducing work and ever increasing challenges to the
leaving the industry is through the traditional construction process.
apprenticeship system, and even though the the opportunity for those who wish to go to
number of apprentices in our industry is rising, university - can do so via a trade. A special mention goes to the 2018 Master
the current intake will not meet the future Another, and most important initiative the Builder of the Year, EJ Constructions, and Mark
demand of retiring trades people. Association has become involved in is through Newman of Newmark Constructions, awarded
the Apprenticeship Engagement Forum, in Young Builder of the Year.
It is therefore critical, that we as builders
encourage our contractors and tradespeople, the development of Mathematics in Trades On behalf of the Master Builders Association
to embrace the engagement of apprentices and pathway. of NSW, I congratulate all of the entrants and
we push to make our industry the first choice The MBA believes it is vital that high school winners of the 2018 MBA/NSW Excellence in
career move and enhance the concept that a students in years 9 to 12 be made aware of Housing and Pool Awards. I would also like
trade skill is a most worthwhile profession. the importance of mathematics as a subject to thank the judges, and the sponsors for
for undertaking apprenticeships in the building supporting the industry and such an important
The trend to buy in the skill, rather than training event.
our future needs is now certainly becoming and construction industry. The Mathematics in
entrenched – a trend which we must resist, for Trades course is now being trialled in a number
the sake of the future of the industry. of Western Sydney Schools for years 9 and Martin Patience
10, and the forum is currently putting together
To address this shortage of trades and MBA NSW PRESIDENT
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SECTION HEADER
APPRENTICESHIPS
Introduction
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From the
Executive Director
MATHEMATICS IN TRADES PATHWAY
I thought I would expand a little on some of
the observations made by our President in his
column.
Our President refers to the importance of
mathematics for high schools students,
particularly in years 9 to 12. In early September
this year, the MBA was asked to present and
contribute to what I believe is an extremely
important initiative of educators working with
industry – to produce better outcomes for
young people who are seeking a trade pathway. However, one barrier surveys continually identify • Ensure students can achieve workplace
is the inability of those seeking apprenticeships numeracy requirements as required in
The initiative originates from the Apprenticeship
in the building and construction industry, to Australian Core Skills Framework;
Engagement Forum, which brings together
deal with the required level of mathematics, • Ensure students achieve all outcomes in the
high school principals, various building
that is – a large percentage of students seeking current mathematics syllabus;
and construction industry bodies and
an apprenticeship were unsuccessful due to
representatives of a number of NSW • Ensure students meet all industry numeracy
their inability to deal with the required level of
government agencies. The MBA is the chair of requirements to undertake an apprenticeship.
mathematics.
the AEF. During 2018, Mathematics in Trades has been
There has been an increasing trend over the
The Forum is a NSW industry training body trialled in years 9 and 10 at 3 western Sydney
past 10 years for high school students to avoid
formed in 2015 to increase the uptake of high schools. All indicators are pointing to a
choosing maths as a subject. They are much
apprenticeships to meet the future needs of the successful conclusion of the trial.
more inclined to choose subjects they perceive
building and construction industry. It aims to Furthermore, since the trials commenced the
as ‘easier’ and ‘more interesting’.
meet this objective by engaging with a range response from students has been very positive.
of stakeholders, including students, parents, Consequently, among the barriers to
Outcomes from maths classes made up of
career advisors and teachers. The organisation apprenticeship growth in the construction and
uninterested students have now been turned
helps promote jobs and careers in the plumbing industries, two in particular stand out:
around. They are finding that the maths they
construction industries by encouraging quality • A low level of maths and English are reasons are being taught now truly relates to their world.
training and highlighting career pathways, and for unsuccessful apprenticeship applications; The Maths in Trades pathway is inspiring them
works with industry to identify training needs • A lack of pathway programs that to continue on with mathematics in years 11
and priorities. engage students sufficiently to consider and 12.
What is clear from studies and statistics, is that apprenticeships. The AEF is currently putting together a website
the building and construction industry needs The MBA believes that it is vital that students and teacher resources so that the Maths in
more tradespeople – particularly in NSW. in Years 9 to 12 be made aware of the Trades pathway can be introduced to the other
Industry surveys also indicate that we cannot importance of maths as a base for undertaking high schools in 2019.
get the young people we need for a whole apprenticeships. Following on from that belief, We are also putting together a Maths in Trades
host of reasons – what we call “barriers to the Australian Apprenticeship Forum (which pathway for years 11 and 12 that will be ready
entry”. We actually identified 11 barriers. These the MBA is a member of), a forum which for the start of the school year in 2019.
include: brings together NSW high school principals,
The MBA strongly believes that high school
• Parents expectation that their children should industry and Government representatives
students should be choosing a maths course
go to University; and in conjunction with the Mathematical
because it ensures future job skills. We are
Association of NSW fully funded the creation of
• Students expectation they would like to go to very proud to have been associated with the
a ‘Mathematics in Trades’ pathway.
University; development of the Mathematics in Trades
The pathway aims to: pathway.
• Candidate quality;
• Engage students uninterested in maths to
• Cost to prospective employers;
undertake the Mathematics in Trades pathway
• Exposure to WHS & WC. Risks and cost and Brian Seidler
in years 9-12;
so the list goes on. MBA NSW Executive Director
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BARANGAROO
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THE BUILDING INDUSTRY’S
NIGHT OF NIGHTS
Master Builder of the Year – EJ Constructions.
T
he Master Builders Association of NSW Excellence
in Housing and Pool Awards is the state’s most
prestigious residential building awards. It celebrates
excellence in construction, innovation and quality in the
building and construction industry in NSW.
The Housing Awards showcase the very best in
residential construction and attract a broad cross-
section of the residential building sector, including
project home builders, contract builders, apartment
constructors and builders specialising in additions,
alterations and renovations.
This year saw a record number of projects entered with
the judges astounded by the quality of construction, the
many building obstacles successfully overcome during
the building process, as well as maintaining excellent
relationships with clients, sub-contractors and design
teams.
The winners were announced at a gala presentation at
The Star - Sydney on September 1, with the black tie
event hosted by television personalities Johanna Griggs
and Andrew Daddo, and entertainment provided by
comedian Nick Cody and the After Party Band.
The MBA congratulates all winners and acknowledges
the Master Builder of the Year, EJ Constructions and
the Young Builder of the Year, Mark Newman from
Newmark Constructions.
The MBA would also like to thank its dedicated panel of
judges and generous sponsors.
12 MBA NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018AWARDS NIGHT
BARANGAROO
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Young Builder of the Year, Mark Newman from Newmark
Constructions.
MBA NSW President, Martin Patience.
Issue Four | August/September 2018 | MBA NSW 13JUDGING PANEL
ROSS FINNIE
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Ross Finnie has worked in the construction indus- NSW Construction Industry Working Party and
try for more than 40 years, managing numerous Standard Australia’s Construction Advisory Group.
projects of various types, sizes and complexity and In addition, he is a member of Resolution Institute
specialises in health, safety, environmental and Australia and the NSCA – National Safety Council
quality issues. He is a member of various organ- of Australia and has been secretary of the Asbes-
isations including MBA NSW, where he is a Gold tos Removal Contractors Association (ARCA).
member and a divisional ex-president of the North- Ross established his own business, TREW
ern Suburbs Division. He is also a Certified Build- Enterprises in 2012, which specialises in the fields
ing Consultant and involved in Legal and Con- of building, project management, restoration and
tracts plus Council of Management at MBA NSW, heritage building works and as an expert witness
and the MBA representative on the WorkCover and HSEQ and training consultant.
PAUL GIRDLER
Paul Girdler is a licensed builder with 48 years of designing and teaching Basic Home Maintenance
experience in the industry and a long-term mem- for Petersham TAFE and teaching in the School of
ber of industry associations. Building at Sydney TAFE.
Initially working as a contractor, he obtained his
Building Certificate in 1988, established his own
business and continues undertaking projects
across inner Sydney, specialising in residential
renovations, extensions and restorations.
During his career he has been a part-time teacher
PETER MASIA
Peter Masia is a building consultant and building It Yourself Handbook” published by ABC Books;
designer, and former licensed building contractor, and Chief Consultant to “Trade Secrets”, “Save
with over 45 years’ experience in the design and $20,000.00 With A Nail”, and “Fix It Yourself”
construction of mainly residential projects ranging published by the Readers Digest. Peter is a long-
from alterations/additions/houses to multi-dwell- term member of the Master Builders Association,
ing/multi-level structures. Peter spent 17 years a former MBA Accredited Consultant, and holds a
appearing weekly on ABC Radio 702 answering BA from Macquarie University.
listener’s questions on building matters including
11 years on a Saturday morning program called
“The Woodies”. He is co-author of “The Don’t Do
MAX MOSHER
Max Mosher is an energy consultant and has He has been on the judging panels for the Building
worked in the energy industry for more than 40 Designers Association Annual Design Awards, the
years. He has a wealth of knowledge and experi- Master Builders Association Excellence in Housing
ence in relation to solar and energy-efficient house and Construction Awards, the Master Builders
design, including energy utilisation in the domestic Australia National Excellence in Building and
sector and thermal performance assessments. Construction Awards, and the Local Government
Max has been a committee member on a Stand- Association Environment Awards. Max is a found-
ards Australia Review Committee BD/058 titled ing member and former director of the Association
“Materials for the Thermal Insulation of Buildings”. of Building Sustainability Assessors (ABSA).
MICHAEL O’DONNELL
Michael O’Donnell is a licensed builder, accredited Building Division. Michael left Huxley Homes in
building consultant and is currently vice president 1995 and established his own business, MKO
of MBA NSW and chairman of the MBA NSW Constructions, which specialises in the design and
Housing Committee. He is the NSW representative construction of residential extensions, renovations
on MBA Australia’s Residential Builders Council and first-floor additions. Michael has his Diploma
and is one of four industry representatives on the in Building and Construction and Diploma in Work-
NSW government’s Home Building Compensation place Training and Assessment.
Fund Underwriting Committee. Michael joined
NSW homebuilder Huxley Homes in 1976 and
in 1979 took over Huxley Homes’ new Regional
14 MBA NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018JUDGING PANEL
SIMON PILCHER
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Simon Pilcher commenced work in the building on the MBA of NSW Council of Management since
industry in 1986, joining his family construction 1994. Simon is currently deputy president of MBA
company. He completed his Building Certificate NSW.
course in 1990. Simon is now managing director
of C E Pilcher & Son Pty Ltd, a building company
with more than 60 years of membership of MBA
NSW and which undertakes residential, commer-
cial and industrial construction work. Simon is a
past president of the Northern Suburbs division, a
recipient of the divisional gold medal and has sat
STEPHEN RAYNER
Stephen Rayner has been a member of the Master at Hornsby TAFE, teaching the building compo-
Builders Association for 39 years. He is a past nent of the Real Estate Certificate. He received the
president of the MBA Northern Suburbs Division MBA Divisional Gold Member Award in 2012.
and has been treasurer since 2008.
Stephen holds a Carpenter and Joiner Trade
Certificate along with a Clerk of Works Certificate.
He is the director of Stream Constructions Pty Ltd,
which specialises in architect-designed projects,
domestic and commercial renovations. During his
building career, Stephen was a part-time teacher
DANIELLE TOWNSEND
Danielle Townsend is a freelance editor at Universal Design. This is Danielle’s 15th year as editor of the
Media Co, a well-known publisher of niche titles Master Builders Association Excellence in Housing
for the Australian and international markets. She Awards Annual. She was previously features editor
has worked on numerous home titles including at a country newspaper, where one of her main
Grand Designs Australia, Pool + Spa, Australian roles was as real estate editor.
Period Home Style, BuildHome, Poolside, Kit
Homes Yearbook, Master Builders Association
Excellence in Housing Awards Annual, Renovate,
Kitchens and Bathrooms Quarterly and Home
LEN TULLY
Len Tully completed a Bachelor of Architecture 2012, he retired from his position as director of
in 1975 and has more than 35 years’ experience T+E Architects but remains involved with the judg-
in the building and construction industry, work- ing of the Masters Builders Association of NSW
ing mainly on projects in aged care, schools and Excellence in Construction and Housing Awards.
churches.
He has worked with several architectural firms in
Sydney, including holding directorship positions.
As part of his work, he managed designs through
documentation to completed built projects. In
JOHN WORTHINGTON
John Worthington has been a member of the University of Technology Sydney in 2004, and was
Master Builders Association of NSW since 1976. nationally accredited by the Institute of Arbitrators
He graduated from Sydney Technical College in and Mediators 2008. He was chairman of the
1971 and holds a building certificate and build- Building Consultants Council for nine years and
ing diploma. He also received a Timber Pest a member of the Council of Management of the
Certificate from TAFE in 1989, Master of Dispute MBA for six years. John is currently engaged as a
Resolution from the University of Technology in building consultant, acting as an expert witness in
1998, Professional Certificate in Arbitration and the Consumer Trader & Tenancy Tribunal and the
Mediation from the University of Adelaide in 1999, court system in Australia.
Accredited Certifier Program (BSAP) from the
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16 MBA NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018MASTER BUILDER OF THE YEAR
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MASTER BUILDER
OF THE YEAR
EJ CONSTRUCTIONS
GYLLENPALM
HEAVENLY HAMPTONS
G
yllenpalm, an exquisite American and underground tank walls were changed
Hamptons-style home of around 600m2, to approximately 700m2 of Dincel structural
sits on a Bronte site of approximately formwork-reinforced concrete walls. This al-
1100m2 with a 10m fall and had significant lowed for easier material handling on the soft,
landscaping works. There was a large amount sandy, sloping site and quicker wall construc-
of additional works and changes during the tion, which also set up level work areas faster.
construction period yet despite this, the These walls were faced with sandstone block
owners moved in for Christmas, 13 months or granite façade or render.
after construction commenced. The site has a 40,000-litre re-use water tank,
50,000-litre OSD tank and a 45,000-litre
There is extensive use of painted H3 LO-
pool. The excessive crossfall on the drive-
SP-treated timber with banding, columns,
way prevented delivery of the 500m3-plus of
beams, soffits and architraves externally; and
concrete supply by a standard concrete truck,
internally with decorative ceiling beams and
so instead, many mini truck deliveries were
wall panels to achieve the Hamptons look.
required.
The floor finish throughout is an engineered
The airconditioning, plumbing and electrical
roasted blackbutt oiled timber.
services had to be designed and coordinated
The windows and doors were changed from
during the construction period. Later, a full ad-
aluminium to painted rosewood timber as a
vanced electronic system was added during
just-in-time selection decision. Considera-
the construction phase. Due to the timing of
ble design detail changes were developed
the decision, this needed to be fast tracked,
concurrent to the construction arising from
so the cabling was installed and sheeted over
this change.
before the design was completed and the ICT
The client had a significant amount of design
contractor was selected.
detail selection ideas and requests to be de-
To manage the many scope additions, design
termined during the construction period. The
changes, selection development and chang-
client and designer were on site every second
ing building details, additional resources, fast
day, using the work-in-progress space to de-
tracking construction before design comple-
velop design selections in collaboration with
tion and reliable contractors were required
the builder, who also worked on developing
in order to complete the works in a similar
the building detail with the trades and special-
time to the original timeframe. These resourc-
ist suppliers. There were numerous set-out
es included the two directors having more
options and samples to achieve the verbally
involvement than usual in the project, such as
instructed desired outcomes.
in design management and project manage-
Much of the civil engineering external works
ment.
scope and design was determined during
The joinery trade was resourced with three
the construction period with very low docu-
joinery contractors and the timber window
mentation. New or upgraded retaining walls
supplier was carefully selected for quality,
were built to the five neighbouring bounda-
delivery and detail development. The regular,
ries, existing retaining walls were removed
reliable EJ Constructions trade contractors
and replaced and underpinning required. The
were used to bring the project to successful
initially designed and additional core-filled
fruition.
reinforced blockwork retaining, boundary
JUDGES’ COMMENTS: There were many entries this year, and the final selection for the
Master Builder of the Year award was a very difficult one due to the high calibre of entries. After
careful deliberation and discussion the judges all agreed on the winner based on many different
criteria, including design, craftsmanship and finishes. This home delivered in spades and is
an exceptional build despite difficult access and timeline constraints. The builder delivered a
home with supremely impressive attention to detail and quality control. The build also included
the demolition of the existing properties. The landscaping and pool at the front of the property
were also included. The builder’s project team demonstrated an overall desire to achieve
excellence in management skills and delivery of exquisite carpentry and joinery installations. The
level of quality to all finishes was faultless. It’s no surprise that all judges agreed to award EJ
Constructions the Master Builder of the Year award.
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18 MBA NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR
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YOUNG BUILDER
OF THE YEAR
MARK NEWMAN,
NEWMARK CONSTRUCTIONS
T
hirty-eight-year-old Mark Newman of favourite architects. “My clients get the best
Newmark Constructions always wanted outcomes and we get the best clients as ar-
to own his own building company. chitects want the best builder for their clients,”
His father ran a small business and it was says Mark.
always a matter of when, not if, Mark would Quality workmanship underpins Newmark’s
open his own company. Knowing that, Mark approach to every element of its projects
was selective in the roles and companies and the way that Mark runs the business.
he worked for. Unless the role offered good For Mark, quality of workmanship is not only
experience and had good people willing to the way things look and feel at the end, but
teach best practice, Mark wasn’t interested. also the quality of the unseen work, and the
approach taken to the work by all team mem-
After 20 years of industry experience, when
bers, contractors and consultants.
the opportunity came for Mark to form New-
Mark currently sits on the committee of the
mark Constructions, he did so on the back of
Master Builders Northern Suburbs division
two decades of investment in learning about
as the junior vice president, and has been on
the industry from within. During this time,
the committee for the past two years. He also
Mark completed his carpentry apprenticeship
regularly attends Master Builder meetings at
and worked as a carpenter for a number of
the Manly Warringah division where he is able
years before completing further study. Initially,
to discuss current issues with a wide range of
he completed a Certificate IV and a Diploma,
other builders.
before studying at university.
He enjoys the opportunity for industry and
After nine years in business, Newmark has
personal development that is offered by the
built a reputation as easy, professional and or-
MBA, such as the recent visit with 40 other
ganised builders, skilled in their craft, who pay
builders and industry professionals to the
attention to detail and know how to translate
Hyne Timber mill and XLam factory near the
unique designs into unforgettable homes.
NSW/Victoria border.
At the heart of Newmark is a deep passion
In 1996 Mark was awarded the Master Build-
for working with visionaries and Mark gets
ers First Year Apprentice of the Year and was
great satisfaction from the important role that
an MBA Group Training Scheme apprentice
the company plays in every project. “There
from 1996-2000. He has gone on to see this
is nothing more fulfilling than standing on a
Apprentice of the Year award given to one of
spot where there was once soil, and knowing
Newmark’s apprentices in 2010, a testament
we’ve played a significant role in bringing an
to the importance that Mark places on the
imaginary home to life,” says Mark.
association and training partnership with the
Newmark partners with elite architects
MBA.
because the company believes building
He has always had a bond to the MBA
better homes will create better connections,
throughout his career - as an apprentice, a
build better communities and contribute to a
member, when employed by other builders
better world. Mark has developed a few key
in Sydney, and now running his own building
relationships with architects he works with on
business and growing the industry and sup-
an ongoing basis year after year and believes
porting its excellence.
in investing in long-term relationships with his
JUDGES’ COMMENTS: The exceptionally high standard of building work achieved by all
the candidates for the Young Builder of the Year award in 2018 presented the judges with the
unenviable task of choosing a winner from a formidable field of builders who are continually
raising the bar in terms of refinement and sophistication in building. The judges never cease to
be amazed by the high quality of the entries, including entries that have not managed to win
an award this year, but are nonetheless of a very high calibre. After careful consideration, the
judges decided unanimously that this young builder was the most deserving in view of the com-
plexity, refinement and beauty of his winning entry, and the flawless execution of the demanding
design which was delivered under a “lump sum” contract, on time and on budget. The project
involved the renovation of a stone-built worker’s cottage and the construction of a rear addition
of pre-dominantly off-form concrete, and was, in the opinion of the judges, a masterclass in
building by a talented young builder, Mark Newman.
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WINNER WINNER
THRIVE HOMES MASTERTON HOMES
EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES
UP TO $250,000 $250,001 - $300,000
SIENNA 22 WITH ASCOT FACADE, AIRDS SYMPHONY EXECUTIVE, EMERALD HILLS
The Sienna 22 with Ascot Facade is on display in the booming The layout of the Symphony Executive brings together all the best as-
south-west Sydney growth area of Airds, and is a classic family home pects of design and blends them into one remarkable floorplan featur-
comprising of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large feature-filled ing shared areas and personalised trafficable spaces. The home caters
family dining and living area. The home is being offered for a price of just for all the new technology with a home theatre that can transport the
under $250,000, which is very affordable in the “thriving” Sydney new owner into a new world and relieve the stress of the working week.
home market.
WINNER MERIT
ADENBROOK HOMES NORTHERN RIVERS & TWEED MCDONALD JONES HOMES
EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES
$300,001 - $350,000 $300,001 - $350,000
THE ORION, BALLINA SAN MARINO EXECUTIVE 16, ORAN PARK
The Orion is a stunning, single-level home with a design that tran- The San Marino Executive 16 built by McDonald Jones Homes is spec-
scends across a range of different demographics. The multigenera- tacularly designed and offers excellent value for money. At the front of
tional floorplan adapts to the growing and shifting needs of today’s the home is the children’s wing, providing a very spacious activity room
families. The street elevation is modern and attractive featuring a stone that allows free access to the three minor bedrooms, convenient study
panel infill which complements the façade, along with louvred windows nook and family bathroom.
which provide excellent ventilation.
WINNER WINNER
RAWSON HOMES PTY LTD BURBANK HOMES
EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES
$350,001 - $400,000 $400,001 - $500,000
DERWENT 27 WITH REGAL FACADE, AIRDS DENMAN 257, GOOGONG
The Derwent 27 with Regal Facade exhibits a highly intelligent use of Judges, when rating display home entries, place significant importance
space on a narrow footprint which is suitable for 10m-wide blocks. The on how readily adaptable the home is to suit multiple orientations,
two-storey design offers generous spaces throughout the home. This shapes and slopes of blocks. The goal of this home was to create a
culminates in a large open-plan family space at the heart of the design striking design that would cater for sloping land and provide access to
incorporating the large kitchen, living and dining rooms as well as the coveted winter sun which is not dependent on the orientation of
access to a sizeable alfresco area. the owner’s individual block of land.
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For A Living
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WINNER WINNER
MOJO HOMES PTY LTD METRICON HOMES
EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES
$500,001 - $600,000 $600,001 - $800,000
ENIGMA 46, TERALBA DESIGNER BY METRICON METRO 31, NORTH MACQUARIE
With its impressive foyer and stunning staircases, the Enigma is a spe- The Metro 31 home redefines present-day urban living, combining
cial home. The ground floor features a home theatre, living and kitchen stylish family living with a compact floorplan which is designed for nar-
spaning the entire width of the design with an integrated outdoor room row blocks. The facade features a Hamptons-inspired design with the
to accommodate the biggest of parties. The Hamptons feel has been feature roof tiles and cladding boards. The interior offers an impressive
adopted for this home and begins with the Grand Hamptons facade amount of space. At the rear, the open-plan living area emphasises a
and continues with the spacious free-flowing interiors. mastery of free-flowing spaces.
WINNER WINNER
MEADOWBANK HOMES PTY LTD GRANNY FLAT SOLUTIONS
EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES GRANNY FLATS
$800,001 & OVER UP TO $100,000
HARRINGTON, KELLYVILLE CUSTOM DESIGN, NORMANHURST
The builder’s relentless attention to detail in all aspects of the construc- Through clever design and positioning on the block this self-contained
tion and finish is obvious in this family home. The traditional methods set of living spaces can accommodate family members, home office,
employed by Meadowbank flow throughout the home, with all joinery visitors or paying tenants enabling the homeowner to earn an extra
works being to an exceptionally high quality. The kitchen features the income. Its clever design features two well-sized bedrooms, a general
most magnificent benchtop which is complemented by the layout of bathroom with laundry space and a well-appointed kitchen.
the kitchen cupboards.
WINNER WINNER
ANSA HOMES PRESCOM CONSTRUCTIONS
GRANNY FLATS GRANNY FLATS
$100,001 - $150,000 $150,001 - $200,000
THE LELLAH, ORAN PARK AVALON TREE HOUSE
This granny flat is part of a two-storey family residence that has been The Avalon Tree House features two bedrooms, two balconies with
so cleverly designed its fits in perfectly with the residence. It contains ocean glimpses and a fully functional kitchen. The shape of the house
a front bedroom with ensuite and laundry along with a well-appointed is designed to utilise the surrounding trees and embrace the landscap-
kitchen and dining area opening into the living room. A feature of the ing and native gardens. The back of the house is at ground level and
living area is the three-sided gas fire and the large sliding alumini- the front about 6m above the ground level.
um-framed glass doors opening to the rear patio area.
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WINNER WINNER
CODE GREEN PTY LTD CODE GREEN PTY LTD
GRANNY FLATS DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$200,001 & OVER UP TO $500,000
THE BARN, TERREY HILLS THE COTTAGE, TERREY HILLS
The brief called for the construction of a Hamptons-style barn over- The builder met the clients’ brief, he not only designed the home but
looking the bushland and ocean. However, this lovely image was com- delivered a stunning one-bedroom sandstone cottage of open plan.
plicated by the imposing of bushfire-zone restrictions. The stylish and Various building materials and techniques captured the surrounding
practical solution to a specific design challenge, the barn appears to environment with careful attention to detail, especially the re-use of
be lined with timber boarding but is a magnesium oxide-based board materials, many recycled from site
which achieves a one-hour fire rating and adhered to all regulations.
MERIT WINNER
BLUETONGUE HOMES PTY LTD PENINSULA HOMES PTY LTD
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
UP TO $500,000 $500,001 - $800,000
SAPPHIRE 21 MKII, SPRING FARM DEE WHY
BlueTongue Homes has designed and built a great entry-level home Peninsula Homes has designed and built a quality home to a tight
without compromise to quality and/or finishes, excellent value for budget on a fixed-price contract. The home has been designed to
money. take into account the spectacular water views from many areas. Ex-
ceptional finishes both externally and internally. Carpentry works were
undertaken by in-house craftsmen with excellent execution. Great
value for money.
WINNER MERIT
CONSTRUCTION BY DESIGN ELO SILO PTY LTD
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$800,001 - $1 MILLION $800,001 - $1 MILLION
KELLYVILLE THE CONTAINER, CHURCH POINT
Great value for money. The two-storey home is more than 500m2 with This was a difficult sloping site; however, the builder was able to deliver
exceptional interior finishes, plasterboard, ceilings, tiling and painting. a fine example of engineering and building design with a difference.
The exterior showed great attention to detail. A worthy winner for The home is built by joining six shipping containers with a composite
under $1 million. steel structure. The interior has no gyprock and is fully lined with lime-
washed plywood including the in-house joinery.
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WINNER
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PALAZZO DESIGNER HOMES
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$1 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION
ELIZABETH HILLS RESIDENCE
An excellent example of a quality project by a young builder of just 31. The
level of detail, design concepts and execution of finishes were faultless. The
builder also carried out much of the carpentry work himself. A very well-de-
served winner.
MERIT
MILLBROOK HOMES
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$1 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION
GLENHAVEN
Another fine example of a quality build in a design and construct lump sum
project. The home included the pool and landscaping. The level of quality
was very well executed with attention to detail between different materials.
WINNER
RE BUILDING PTY LTD
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$1.5 MILLION - $2 MILLION
MONA VALE
Although a cost-plus project, budgets had to be met. A difficult build with
stringent boundary restraints and deep excavation requiring 800m3 of soil
removal. The structure has incorporated different building materials in the
design to achieve environmental elements and visual aspects. Interior finish-
es highlighted excellent quality control.
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WINNER
GREMMO HOMES PTY LTD
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$2 MILLION - $2.5 MILLION
EPPING
Over the past years Gremmo Homes has built many homes of varying de-
signs and costs. This year it has delivered a quality home with an excellent
calibre of outstanding finishes. Both judges concurred a worthy winner.
WINNER
CPLUSC ARCHITECTURAL WORKSHOP
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$2.5 MILLION - $3 MILLION
IRON MAIDEN HOUSE, LONGUEVILLE
An unique architectural design with some industrial tones. The building uses
natural light, timber, glass, concrete, water features and steel. An excellent
example of a melding of different materials and finishes. Although this design
may not suit everyone, it met the clients’ brief and the quality of workman-
ship was faultless. A worthy winner.
WINNER
UNIQ BUILDING GROUP PTY LTD
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$3 MILLION - $6 MILLION
KANGAROO POINT
The street view presents as a simple build, however, difficult terrain required
thoughtful design and structure to suit the landscape. The builder has deliv-
ered an excellent home with a variance of building materials and well-exe-
cuted finishes.
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unique construction
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existing home, Uniq Building Group has the expertise, knowledge and
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J GROUP PROJECTS
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE
$6 MILLION & OVER
NEWPORT
The site was challenged by a steep slope with restricted access. Materials
handling and the method of delivery required both excellent skills in project
management and construction. The design took into account surrounding
water views, landscape and the necessity for privacy due to its exposure of
the bay. The quality workmanship and materials used were exceptional.
WINNER
AVANTI PROJECTS GROUP PTY LTD
CONTRACT HOUSES
UP TO $500,000
CASA MARONGIU, DENHAM COURT
Despite its seemingly basic design, this two-storey, four-bed construction
provides all the comforts and inclusions for relaxing family living. The build
has high ceilings and open-plan living complete with an outdoor alfresco
barbecue area. Great value for money.
WINNER
PAH INNOVATIVE CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT HOUSES
$500,001 - $650,000
WAGGA WAGGA
The house is built on different levels to fit in with the contours of the block
and to maximise the view. External materials are well blended, which
makes the house stand out. Large-format tiles throughout the house have
been well set out to minimise cut, with expansion joints well placed to not
be obvious. The project was well finished and great value for money.
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ANTARA HOMES
CONTRACT HOUSES
$500,001 - $650,000
BELLA 40, ORAN PARK
A great example in the use of a variety of materials to achieve a well-exe-
cuted build at a budget price. The brickwork and plaster work are of a high
standard.
WINNER
VIVA LIVING HOMES
CONTRACT HOUSES
$650,001 - $800,000
AUSTINMER
First-rate design of an environmentally and energy-efficient dwelling. The
basic construction of this home is made up of straw bales finished in lime
render. The internal finishes have been excellently executed with exposed
timber construction using timber dowels rather than nails.
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