Our Current Projects....

PANORAMA CRESCENT, BUDERIM

Out with the old and in with the new. Core Architects have designed a new residence on a steep slope that will capture the amazing North Easterly views from Buderim to Mooloolaba. The home will be built over three levels with an internal lift access. The project is expected to be completed in early 2011.

 

STONEY WHARF ROAD, BLI BLI

This major renovation and extension has been designed by Sprout Architects to a rural property in Bli Bli. This project is expected to be completed in October 2010 and will capture the amazing views from Bli Bli to Maroochydore and Mt Coolum. The extension will take advantage of the beautiful environment with a edgeless pool linking the outdoor and indoor areas. The design incorporates eco friendly building practices and inlcudes the installation of a interactive power system and the use of solar energy.

MOONDARRA CRESCENT, MOOLOOLABA

This existing home was in need of a revamp and extra roof height to give it a feeling of space and connection to the Mooloolaba canal. The project was designed by Buderim Design Studio and is expected to be completed in August 2010.

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Our Recent Projects....

LARA DRIVE, BUDERIM

A delightfully designed home by Buderim Design Studio. This home captures the view towards the top of Buderim and also captures the expansive bushland surroundings. This house has been constructed using block and timber construction. The internal upper level is select brushbox and lower level is polished concrete giving it a modern contemporary feel. It's internal features also include an atrium to the main bathroom area which brings the outdoors inside while maintaining absolute privacy.

 

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37 BALLINGER ROAD, BUDERIM

This home has been designed by local architect Chris Morrison of morriarchi. It takes advantage of it's lovely forest setting at the same time catching glimpses of the ocean and was recently showcased in The Weekender, page 52.

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14 WARRACK STREET, YAROOMBA

This grand home has been designed by Carlo Magini Design to capture the beautiful outlook of Mt Coolum.

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32 STONEY WHARF ROAD, BLI BLI

This beautiful home, is set back from the Maroochy River in Bli Bli, in a lovely Balinese styled garden. The home has been designed by Carlo Magini Design and has been designed to capture the views of the river to the Maroochydore Airport and Marcoola while taking in the magnificant gardens.

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Industry News ....

SHOW YOUR LICENCE, OR YOU'LL BE SHOWN THE DOOR!
The Building Services Authority (BSA) have launched a new campaign to increase the awareness amongst consumers of the need for builders to be licensed. The aim of the campaign is to urge Queenslanders to only use licensed trade contractors for building and renovating projects. If contractors are licensed with the BSA, consumers are protected under BSA's Home Warranty Scheme. It is also important that you have the correct licenses in place for the type of work being performed by a contractor. (Source: Master Builder Magazine June 2009). Consumers should also be aware that if they are performing works as a Owner/Builder that all contractors are licensed including their Designers, Carpenters and other sole tradespersons.

GOVERNMENT CALLS FOR BUILDERS AND DEVELOPERS
The Department of Public Works is managing delivery of Queensland's share of the Australian Government's $42 billion Nation Building Economic Stimulus Plan. In response to the social housing element of the Plan they are calling for builders and developers to submit proposals for increased housing supply, and in particular one bedroom units and studio apartments. See details at www.publicworks.qld.gov.au

QUEENSLAND BUILDING SERVICES AUTHORITY (QBSA) DEMERIT POINTS SYSTEM
The State Government has passed legislation, which may result in a 3 year ban or life ban on Subcontractors and Builders if they fail repeatedly to comply with the QBSA Act or Domestic Building Contracts Act with the use of contracts. These bans will also apply to grossly defective building works. Some of the new regulations are that all builders must have a written contract with their subcontractors, give variations in writing, give directions to subcontractors in writing within 3 business days and other rules which the QBSA or QMBA can give further information on. (Source: QMBA LC1-05/2003)

NEW SAFETY WHITE CARD INTRODUCED
From 1 July 2009, the general safety induction Blue card has been replaced by the national construction safety induction White card - however, Blue cards will continue to be recognised throughout a long term transitional phase.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

• Minimising of sun through habitable rooms on the east and west must be minimised. This can be achieved by the use of adjustable external shutters or blinds or sunhoods.
• Sun entry through glazed areas of north facing habitable rooms in winter months must be facilitated. Sunhoods and adjustable external shutters or blinds can bring about this.
• Cross ventilation through habitable rooms is achieved by having a window or door in two opposite walls, which are openable to the outside. Also a direct air flow is provided from an openable window in the room through the doorways or other openings within the house to another window or operating to the outside. (Master Builders T-1-2000)

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