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Local builders took top honours at the Master Builders Brisbane 2023 Housing & Construction Awards. From spectacular homes and modern apartments to minimalist designs and precision engineering, the awards showcased a diverse selection of the best in

Although this family home faced lockdowns, delays and even flooding, nothing would stop its light and bright makeover. After being recommended to the owners by a friend, the award-winning Papst Building Group worked with the couple to create a reimag

Quintessential to the sunshine state, Queenslander-style homes have been dotted around Brisbane since the 1840s. For this young working couple with two children, their tired abode was ready for a grand facelift. After discovering award-winning builde

With land in sought-after locations becoming more and more unavailable, it’s time to think outside the box with unique solutions to grant you the tools to find your new home in the location of your choosing. McLachlan Homes’ recent project in the bea

When building designer Matt Bradley from Matt Bradley Designs was searching for someone to build his house, he looked no further than award-winning builders Surfside Homes. He wanted a dwelling on a small block that felt not only spacious, but luxuri

For future homeowners who know exactly what they want, or who have an especially challenging building site, there is no substitute for a bespoke, custom-built abode. Finding a reputable custom builder is the first, and perhaps most important, step on

Boasting features as exceptional as its coastal location, this two-storey abode is an architectural masterpiece. Designed by architectural build specialists EcoMode to withstand the unique challenges posed by its clifftop site, this Scarborough home

While display homes are beautiful, ample, and fit most families’ needs (see stunning ones featured on page 72), homeowners can design a space that perfectly suits their lifestyle and unique needs by building a custom home. Custom-home builders create

Located in the beautiful Hunter region of NSW, Morpeth is a heritage conservation area, showcasing homes with stunning high-pitched roofs, wide-frame windows and heritage profile cladding. This heritage charm is what attracted this working couple and

The owners of this property, a professional couple with two young daughters, wanted a timeless modern design with well-proportioned interior spaces and a varied palette of materials and colours. “Having built before, the owners knew the importance of

Designed and built by local Queensland company, O’Shea & Sons Builders, Tarra Home in Brisbane is immersed in opulence. Suited to a growing family, this custom build prioritises an entertainer’s indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The light and bright dwelling

Located on Sydney’s leafy North Shore, this minimalist and contemporary facade blends beautifully with its surrounds, while its interior wows its guests. Suiting either a growing or multi-generational family, this four-bedroom, three-bathroom abode w

Boasting a classical yet modern facade and an interior designed for luxurious yet casual living, this exquisite new display home from Buildcraft Constructions perfectly showcases the custom builder’s design and construction expertise and eye for deta

It is often difficult to know just where to start when you embark upon what is an exciting adventure — building a new home. There are so many options when it comes to design, floor plans and upgrades, it can be hard to visualise what will work best f

Navigating a narrow 11-metre block, Gremmo Homes was able to artfully fuse a bold, monochromatic colour palette with rich textural finishes to generate a brilliantly bold, powerful street presence sure to captivate those passing by. Charred timber cl

Stepping into this home is like being transported to another world. Featuring towering ceilings and an abundance of light, the Gallery MKII is undoubtedly a showstopper. This modern display home lifts open-plan living to the next level. With features

Kit, modular and prefabricated homes, available in myriad styles, offer a raft of practical solutions to a diverse range of common building challenges. Kit and modular homes are also a sensible option for those faced with a restricted timeframe for b

Finding a cost-effective flooring solution can be hazardous when building your home. Not only is it time consuming waiting for a product to turn up on-site, but you also then need to measure, mark, and cut the bearers and joists. With Spantec Systems

Established in 1986, and with thousands of its iconic homes dotted around Australia, Harkaway Homes is an eminent family-owned business that facilitates the cost-effective construction of high quality, individualised traditional homes. Andy O’Shea, t

Boasting strong economic growth and affordable housing, Sydney’s South West continues to attract young families, downsizers, singles, retirees and investors. People are flocking to the area, eager to embrace the relaxed lifestyle, take advantage of t

We all relish the chance to see how a home is laid out, whether it be in the perfectly poised pictures on Instagram or in the subtly styled home features in magazines. But where better to peruse through a home layout in real-time than at a display vi

Does reading the words ‘dream home’ make your heart start beating a mile a minute? Are your fingertips tingling slightly at the prospect of starting a big build? Turning the grand home you’ve envisioned into reality can make you feel excited and worr

Suited to a growing or established family, this four-bedroom, coastal-style abode by Casaview Homes has plenty of space for everyone. The Crawford 30Mk1 provides everything a functional family needs, with three separate living areas, and it hits the

Sophisticated yet relaxed, the Hamptons style has taken Australia by storm and it’s hardly surprising. With a palette inspired by the coast, light and bright interior spaces, a by-the-beach vibe and classic architectural detailing, the Hamptons look

Leppington Living Display Village is in Sydney’s bustling south west. Leppington is fast becoming one of the south west’s most uniquely connected and dynamic suburbs. With multiple transport links, state-of-the-art schools and infrastructure all set

Building a home can be a daunting experience, but it can also be an exciting one. From choosing the right architect to finding a suitable lot, each formidable step will bring you closer to your own unique and special home designed just for you. Custo