Luxury, legacy & local impact: Gold Coast builders celebrated at 2025 Awards

22 August 2025

A soaring copper roof, a transformational sporting and community precinct, and an off-grid mountaintop abode came out on top at the 2025 Gold Coast Housing & Construction Awards.

The who’s who of the region’s industry walked the red carpet for the highly anticipated event at The Star Gold Coast on Friday 22 August, to celebrate the year’s most outstanding projects and people.

Blenkins Build was honoured with the coveted Gold Group Consulting House of the Year Award and best Individual Home over $10 million for Currumbin Valley masterpiece, The Copper Arbour. Boasting a hand-rolled copper roof that echoes its name, the judging panel hailed the execution of the jaw-dropping estate as ‘flawless.’

The BADGE Constructions (Qld) team took home three gongs, including the McInnes Wilson Lawyers Project of the Year Award, best Sporting Facilities and best Community Service Facilities for their Palm Beach Aquatic & Community Centre, credited as a unifying project for the local area.

Rounding out the Major Awards category was Innovative Design and Build Group, who won the BUSSQ Building Super President’s Award, as well as best Individual Home from $4 million up to $5 million for Illalangi – a fully self-sustaining, off-grid home perched above the Scenic Rim.

In the Individual category, high-level craftsmanship, a work ethic rated second-to-none, and mentoring younger colleagues earned Cameron Montague of Varli Building the TAFE Queensland Apprentice of the Year Award – the accolade follows his regional win at the 2025 World Skills Competition. The Xact Accounting Women in Building Award commended Sarah Davey as being the glue that holds Davey Constructions together as Director, Contract Administrator, Project Manager and Interior Designer – as well as a sought-after advocate and industry voice for women.

Hutchinson Builders emerged as the biggest winners of the night, taking home four awards. Their wins included Best Residential Building (high-rise over three storeys) up to $20 million for Marella Residences, a collection of exclusive canal-front villas in Runaway Bay. They also received the WorkCon Residential Building (high-rise over three storeys) from $20 million up to $50 million Award for Emerson Kirra, a high-end development featuring a penthouse that set a record sale price for the area. Their third major accolade was Best Residential Building (high-rise over three storeys) over $50 million for the landmark Eve Residences, which includes a rooftop pool and sun deck overlooking the Broadwater. Rounding out their wins, Hutchies also took home Best Community Accommodation for The Verge Stage 3 at Miami, a project that included 10 high-care residential suites and achieved 4-star green accreditation.

“It’s a privilege to work with our members every day. This year’s entrants showcase the next-level talent driving the Gold Coast’s building scene, and all deserve to be congratulated on their efforts,” Master Builders Regional Manager – Gold Coast, Adam Profke, said.

“We’re entering a transformative chapter for the region. With major government investments committed to upgrading schools and sporting clubs, building a new hospital at Coomera, a new ambulance station at Southport East, and ahead of the 2032 Games, an aquatic centre at Mudgeeraba, rail upgrades, and a new Athlete Village, our industry continues to be front and centre.

“This year’s winners prove our builders and tradies are ready to deliver. Their work reflects the depth of expertise and drive that defines the Gold Coast industry – and it’s that foundation that will carry us confidently into the future.

“We’re now counting down to the Queensland Housing & Construction Awards, to be hosted on the Gold Coast for the first time in the program’s 39-year history. I look forward to celebrating at The Star once again on 11 October.”

Major winners

Winner of the 2025 Gold Coast Gold Group Consulting House of the Year Award – Blenkins Build for The Copper Arbour

The Copper Arbour is just spectacular. This estate exudes quality and ultimate luxury. From the tip of the hand rolled full copper roof through to the custom hardwood flooring, our judges hailed the execution of the home by the Blenkins Build team as flawless—a true testament to traditional craftsmanship and the relentless pursuit of quality. This estate is equipped for enviable multigenerational living, health and fitness, with dedicated zones for living, partying and entertaining around a show-stopping swimming pool.

Winner of the 2025 Gold Coast McInnes Wilson Lawyers Project of the Year – BADGE Constructions (Qld) for Palm Beach Aquatic & Community Centre

More than just a swimming pool, this is an inspiring precinct that has transformed an under-utilised marshland into the heart of its southern Gold Coast community. Boasting multiple indoor/outdoor pools, a gymnasium and community space, this project is packed full of details that are testament to the excellent craftmanship of BADGE Constructions. The team overcame significant hurdles in delivering this project including multiple subcontractor insolvency—our judges applauding them for delivering such a beautiful and high-quality project under immense pressure.

Winner of the 2025 Gold Coast BUSSQ Building Super President’s Award – Innovative Design & Building Group for Illalangi

Perched high on top of a mountain, Illalangi is a wonder of modern construction. Fully off-grid and self-sustaining, the home has been designed to maximise its 360° breathtaking views of the Scenic Rim region. The project required the Innovative Design and Build Group to push the boundaries, expertly coordinating its integrated technologies, and precisely executing the complex outdoor living space. Boasting superior craftsmanship and hailed by our judges as ‘spectacular’, Illalangi sets a new benchmark for excellence in residential construction.

All Gold Coast winners

Major winners

• Gold Group Consulting House of the Year Award – Blenkins Build for The Copper Arbour (Currumbin Valley)
• McInnes Wilson Lawyers Project of the Year Award – BADGE Constructions (Qld) for Palm Beach Aquatic & Community Centre (Palm Beach)
• BUSSQ Building Super President's Award – Innovative Design and Build Group for Illalangi (Bunburra)

Individual winners

• TAFE Queensland Apprentice of the Year Award – Cameron Montague from Varli Building
• Xact Accounting Women in Building Award – Sarah Davey from Davey Constructions

Specialty winners

• Best Residential Bathroom – Dawson Constructions QLD for Palm Beach House (Palm Beach)
• Best Residential Kitchen – Enclave Constructions for Two Paddocks (Hope Island)
• Best Residential Swimming Pool – CMR Constructions (QLD) for Vespa (Isle of Capri)

Housing winners

• Display Home from $400,000 up to $600,000 – Ultra Living Homes for Calista 33 (Worongary)
• Display Home from $600,000 up to $800,000 – Clarendon Homes for Teneriffe 360 (Worongary)
• Display Home over $800,000 – Simonds Homes for Hinterland 58 (Worongary)
• Home Renovation Project from $300,000 up to $450,000 – Larimar Build for Walliston (Helensvale)
• Home Renovation Project from $600,000 up to $750,000 – East Coast Designer Homes for Laguna (Elanora)
• Home Renovation Project from $1 million up to $2 million – Seeka Constructions for Broadwater Project (Biggera Waters)
• Home Renovation Project over $2 million – Bravia for Annead (Bundall)
• Individual Home up to $400,000 – Villaworld Homes by AVID for Positano 24 (Ormeau)
• Individual Home from $400,000 up to $550,000 – Creation Homes for Seacrest 28 (Yarrabilba)
• Individual Home from $700,000 up to $850,000 – Bluewood Homes Gold Coast for Riverside House (Currumbin Waters)
• Individual Home from $850,000 up to $1 million – Heritage Homesteads for Kalbar Homestead (Obum Obum)
• Individual Home from $1 million up to $1.5 million – Resolve Construction for Coastal Muse (Palm Beach)
• Individual Home from $1.5 million up to $2 million – PJH CONSTRUCTIONS AUSTRALIA for Larch House (Tallebudgera)
• Individual Home from $2 million up to $2.5 million – MSR Building Co for Eclipse (Mermaid Waters)
• Individual Home from $2.5 million up to $3 million – Jtech Design & Construct for SOLANA (Burleigh Heads)
• Individual Home from $3 million up to $4 million – CMR Constructions (QLD) for Vespa (Surfers Paradise)
• Individual Home from $4 million up to $5 million – Innovative Design and Build Group for Illalangi (Bunburra)
• Individual Home from $5 million up to $10 million – MCD Construction for Kanagawa (Miami)
• Individual Home over $10 million – Blenkins Build for The Copper Arbour (Currumbin Valley)
• Foundation Technologies Australia Best Use of Sloping Sites Award – Wave Developments for Hill House (Burleigh Heads)
• Truecore Best Use of Steel Frame Housing Award – Hudson Homes (Qld) for Mahogany 43 (Flagstone)
• Medium Density up to 3 storeys – 2 to 5 dwellings – PJH CONSTRUCTIONS AUSTRALIA for Tides (Palm Beach)
• Medium Density up to 3 storeys – over 5 dwellings – Carmichael Build for Burleigh Beach Houses (Burleigh Heads)
• Excellence in Home Sustainability & Innovation – Resolve Construction for Coastal Muse (Palm Beach)
• Residential Trade Contractor of the Year – M J B Rendering for DUNE (Burleigh Heads)

Construction winners

• Health Facilities up to $20 million – Evbuilt for Smith Street Medical Centre (Southport)
• Health Facilities over $20 million – BESIX Watpac for Gold Coast University Hospital - Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (Southport)
• Education Facilities up to $10 million – TFA Constructions for Kids Early Learning Centre - Oakland Way Childcare (Beaudesert)
• Education Facilities over $10 million – Alder Constructions for St Hilda's School Granowski Building Redevelopment (Southport)
• Sporting Facilities – BADGE Constructions (Qld) for Palm Beach Aquatic & Community Centre (Palm Beach)
• Community Accommodation – Hutchinson Builders for The Verge Stage 3 (Miami)
• Community Service Facilities – BADGE Constructions (Qld) for Palm Beach Aquatic & Community Centre (Palm Beach)
• Commercial / Industrial Building up to $5 million – Evbuilt for Boutique Business House (Bundall)
• Commercial / Industrial Building from $5 million up to $15 million – McNab for Porsche Service Workshop (Southport)
• Commercial / Industrial Building from $15 million up to $30 million – TOTAL CONSTRUCTION for STORELOCAL, PACIFIC PINES (Gaven)
• Commercial / Industrial Building over $50 million – Evans Built for Proxima (Southport)
• Retail Facilities up to $5 million – Revolve Projects for Vikasati Bathhouse Southport (Southport)
• Retail Facilities over $5 million – Corella Construction for Yarrabilba Community Hub (Yarrabilba)
• Tourism and Leisure Facilities up to $10 million – DNA Builders for Action Zone Arcade (Oxenford)
• Tourism and Leisure Facilities over $10 million – Alder Constructions for The Wizard of Oz Precinct (Oxenford)
• Commercial Refurbishment/Renovation up to $5 million – Magnes Projects for Helensvale State School - A Place of Wonder (Helensvale)
• Commercial Refurbishment/Renovation from $5 million up to $15 million – SHAPE Australia (Qld) for Tallebudgera Surf Life Saving Club Refurbishment (Palm Beach)
• Commercial Fitout up to $5 million – Zero 9 Constructions for Barrington College (Southport)
• Commercial Fitout from $5 million up to $10 million – SHAPE Australia (Qld) for Gold Coast Airport Existing Terminal Retail and Operational Optimisation (Bilinga)
• Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storeys) up to $20 million – Hutchinson Builders for Marella Residences (Runaway Bay)
• WorkCon Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storeys) from $20 million up to $50 million – Hutchinson Builders for Emerson Kirra (Coolangatta)
• Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storeys) over $50 million – Hutchinson Builders for Eve Residences (Labrador)
• Commercial Trade Contractor of the Year – Lui's Rendering for Florence & Augusta (Burleigh Heads)