The Border's most impressive builds have been recognised at this years' Master Builder's Association awards. You can find out about the all the winners and check out stunning pictures of their builds in our MBA Awards E-Mag.
Master Builders Victoria is excited to announce that the North East Regional Residential Builder of the Year was awarded to Scott James Builder for its East Albury project.
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Master Builders Victoria CEO Rebecca Casson congratulated Scott James Builder on their well-deserved achievement.
Ms Casson said the East House offered a rare opportunity for a builder in a regional centre to collaborate with one of Australia's leading architects - Kerstin Thompson Architects - on a home where size was not the driver but rather craftmanship, quality, innovation, and sustainability.
"Sited in an established neighbourhood, the compact home manages to be a spatial marvel, packed with surprise and features," she said.
Built over two levels, there are two bedrooms with ensuites, a study and multiple living spaces.
"There's no plasterboard to be seen, having been shunned for more robust, textured, and warmer materials.
"A seriously impressive home, that maximises every inch and sits quietly and respectfully in its surroundings. An exercise in the bespoke and making difficult things look simple."
Meanwhile, Master Builders Victoria is thrilled to announce that the North East Regional Commercial Builder of the Year was awarded to Colin Joss & Co Ltd T/A Joss Construction for the Department of Defence, Joint Health Command Garrison Facilities Upgrade Project, Albury Wodonga Health Centre, at Albury.
The Joint Health Command Garrison Facilities Upgrade is part of a nationwide Joint Health Command infrastructure upgrade providing fit-for-purpose health care facilities to Australian Defence Force personnel that meets all current Defence policies and Australasian Health Facility Guidelines.
This project involved the construction of a brand-new health facility at South Bandiana, providing a suite of services and functional areas including administration, dentistry, mental health, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and support services typical of such a facility.
The new facility will be fully operational before personnel and equipment are relocated from the existing health centre located at Latchford Barracks. The existing facility will be demolished.
Master Builders Victoria CEO Rebecca Casson congratulated Colin Joss & Co Ltd T/A Joss Construction, who also took out the category for Excellence in Construction of Commercial Buildings over $6M, on their award.
Ms Casson said construction of this facility occurred within an operational army barracks and a coordinated proactive approach to the build ensured that no issues were incurred.
Early works involved the removal and relocation of overhead power lines, and the removal and remediation of an existing underground storage tank. The slabs were poured over four sessions.
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"This staged approach allowed for the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic services to commence in the other stages," Ms Casson said.
"Some pours commenced as early as 3am to allow the concrete to cure before the heat of an Albury/Wodonga summer day."
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