An incredible riverside jungle house, an uber-chic modern apartment and a stylish mansion with its own bar have been named among the best in the Australia.
The Housing Industry Association has held its annual awards, unveiling the most stunning homes in the country.
The HIA also scoured the best new homes across Australia for the most magnificent kitchens and bathrooms with two outstanding designs earning the prize.
‘The workmanship of award winners is exceptional; demonstrated in projects that push the boundaries in design and innovation,’ HIA’s Managing Director Graham Wolfe said.
The Housing Industry Association held their annual awards night last weekend unveiling the most stunning homes in the country including an incredible riverside jungle house, an uber-chic modern apartment and a stylish mansion with its own bar
Australian Home of the Year – Queensland
Taking out the top gong, is a spectacular vine covered house with an understated façade that hides behind it a luxurious high-end pad with all the trimmings.
The Queensland home, which backs onto the riverbank, was completed by Sunshine Coast builders JW Constructions and also won the award for best custom built home.
Downstairs a rumpus room features a huge window that looks into the pool below the water’s surface as well as a glass-encased temperature-controlled wine cellar.
A window wall and expansive glass sliding doors blend the inside and outside areas seamlessly and lush vines drape from the second storey garden over the pool and alfresco patio will make guests feel like they’re at a jungle retreat.
Judges were captivated by the ‘outstanding’ home’s ‘flawless’ workmanship and the quality of its finishes and construction.
Taking out the top gong, is a spectacular vine covered house with an understated façade that hides behind it an luxurious high-end pad with all the trimmings
This year’s Australian Home of the Year features a rumpus room downstairs with a huge window that looks into the pool below the water’s surface as well as a glass-encased temperature-controlled wine cellar
A window wall and expansive glass sliding doors blend the inside and outside areas seamlessly and lush vines drape from the second storey garden over the pool and alfresco patio will make guests feel like they’re at a jungle retreat
People’s Choice Home – Victoria
Home design lovers voted this three-level architectural masterpiece as their favourite home of the year through Houzz Australia and it’s not hard to see why.
The Victorian home built by Below Property Group has a striking angular design making it an eye-catching addition to the suburban Melbourne street it sits on as well as a uniquely curved bathtub in the monochrome ensuite.
It has its own bar that looks like something out of a high end restaurant with a marble-look bench, custom mood lighting, gold details, luxe palm tree wallpaper.
Home design lovers voted this three-level architectural masterpiece as their favourite home of the year through Houzz Australia and it’s not hard to see why
The home has its own bar with a marble-look bench, custom mood lighting, gold details, luxe palm tree wallpaper and a huge window that looks into the pool below the water’s surface as well as a uniquely curved tub in the monochrome ensuite
Apartment of the Year – Victoria
Victoria was represented a second time in the winner’s list with a contemporary apartment by BCG Constructions that oozes luxury and sophistication.
It has a sleek gallery-like interior with textures of marble, European oak chevron timber flooring, a monochrome palette, high ceilings and bespoke joinery.
Judges said the stylish flat is ‘ideal for the most discerning residents’ because of its ‘commitment to quality’, ‘luxurious appointments and meticulous attention to detail’.
Victoria was represented a second time in the winner’s list with a contemporary apartment by BCG Constructions that oozes luxury and sophistication
It has a sleek gallery-like interior with textures of marble, European oak chevron timber flooring, monochrome palette, high ceilings and bespoke joinery
Best outdoor project – Western Australia
An extravagant mansion in the riverside Perth suburb Applecross was awarded the accolade for best outdoor project thanks to its palatial multi-level alfresco and pool space.
Featuring an outdoor kitchen and home theatre, pool house, private roof garden, and curved-wall infinity-edge pool looking out over the river, the impressive space was constructed by Averna Homes.
Judges remarked on the ‘well thought-out, connected and creative design elements’ and were impressed by the quality, customer detailing of the one-of-a-kind tiered outdoor space.
An extravagant mansion in the riverside Perth suburb Applecross was awarded the accolade for best outdoor project thanks to its palatial multi-level alfresco and pool space
Featuring an outdoor kitchen and home theatre, pool house, private roof garden, and curved-wall infinity-edge pool looking out over the river, the impressive space was constructed by Averna Homes
Judges remarked on the ‘well thought-out, connected and creative design elements’ and were impressed by the quality, customer detailing of the one-of-a-kind tiered outdoor space
Bathroom of the Year – Queensland
Queensland’s Ultraspace interior designers and John Cardillo Building Services are responsible for creating the year’s most luxurious Australian bathroom.
The amazing open ensuite has panoramic views showcased through floor-to-ceiling windows but you won’t need to worry about privacy as the home is tucked away on a secluded island.
Large oval mirrors above a double vanity echo the shapes of the quirky retro room divider that separate the bath from a walk-through wardrobe.
Behind the vanity hides a double shower that features Japanese finger tiles and custom lighting.
Queensland’s Ultraspace interior designers and John Cardillo Building Services are responsible for creating the year’s most luxurious bathroom with panoramic views showcased through floor-to-ceiling windows
Large oval mirrors above a double vanity echo the shapes of the quirky retro room divider that separate the bath from a the walk-through wardrobe and there is a double shower that features Japanese finger tiles and custom lighting
Kitchen of the Year- South Australia
A modern mansion in South Australia is home to the country’s best kitchen according to the HIA featuring a gorgeous curved alcove, marble benchtops and butler’s pantry.
Klemm Homes in collaboration with Walls Bros Designer Kitchens were behind the stunning room that would be the envy of any home chef.
It has a unique white induction stovetop to match the crisp white cabinetry and a stretching curved marble island bench and breakfast bar.
A modern mansion in South Australia is home to the country’s best kitchen according to the HIA featuring a unique curved alcove, marble benchtops and butler’s pantry
It has a unique white induction stovetop to match the crisp white cabinetry and a stretching curved marble island bench and breakfast bar
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