Enjoy this showcase of all the winners from the HIA Victorian regional kitchen & bathroom awards – we’ll cover Western, Eastern and Northern Victoria in this wrap up.
Western Victoria
Bathroom of the Year
Partnered By Miele
Enso Homes
The ensuite of the Lighthouse 26 display in Armstrong Creek is a refined, elegant and modern space. A flat roof solar openable skylight, complete with rain sensor, and LED lighting surrounds on the mirrors ensure the space always has the perfect amount of light. Quality fixtures and finishes are used throughout. A shelving and drawer tower with a laundry hamper provides convenience and additional storage, and the attention to detail shown by all trades was noted by the judges.
Kitchen of the Year
Partnered by Miele
JV Dodd Building
Achieving a sense of opulence and luxury was key to the brief for this Brown Hill kitchen, and it delivers in every respect: the judges were impressed with all aspects of this kitchen. The black and white colour palette is elegant, matched with brushed-brass tapware. Bi-fold servery windows provide seamless connection to the alfresco area, and a large butlers pantry provides ample storage and additional work space. Careful consideration has been given to ergonomics and workflow. The judges noted the quality of the work done by all trades to deliver a refined, practical and connected space, and touches such as the waterfall edges on the island bench round out an outstanding package.
Laundry
Partnered by Miele
Enso Homes
The laundry of the Lighthouse 26 display home in Armstrong Creek is designed with modern families in mind. Discreetly tucked behind the kitchen cabinetry door, it offers compact convenience with a number of unique features. One such standout feature is a pet bathing station with a matte black hand shower and nib walls. The room boasts premium finishes, hanging rails and ample storage, and high quality workmanship completes a very impressive package.
Outdoor Kitchen
Partnered by Miele
Claytons Alfresco
Located in Bell Post Hill, this outdoor kitchen is the centerpiece of an extensive alfresco renovation. Purpose-designed for entertaining large groups, the space includes a barbecue, double-door fridge, sink and tap, as well as plenty of bench space and a 1.7 metre long breakfast bar overlooking the home’s pool. Steel frame construction is matched with black aluminium mineral composite doors and natural granite benchtops, for a finish that looks fantastic and will continue to do so for many years to come.
Eastern Victoria
Bathroom of the Year
Partnered by Miele
Virtue Homes
With the Olivia 42 ensuite in Traralgon, the builder wanted to achieve the look and feel of a luxurious five-star hotel. In that respect and more, the finished product is a huge success. A freestanding bath is the centerpiece of the design, and reeded glass walls for the shower and toilet areas maintain both privacy and the minimalist aesthetic. Quality fixtures, finishes and fittings are on display throughout, and all works have been completed to a very high standard. The icing on the cake is the large Velux skylight over the bath, which ensures the space receives ample natural light and enjoys a bright, airy feel.
Kitchen of the Year
Partnered by Miele
de Wacht Cabinets & Design
The renovation of this Mornington kitchen has both modernised the space and greatly improved its functionality. The level of craftsmanship displayed on this project, and the careful consideration given to every detail, impressed the judges greatly. Pull-down iMove shelves and two pull-out pantries provide ease of access, while finger recess drawers and touch-to-open doors ensure ease of use and also a clean, minimalist look. The joinery has been customised to the needs of the owners, ensuring that everything has a home and is easily accessible. Excellent tradesmanship rounds out an impressive package.
Kitchen Design
Partnered by Miele
Arkadian Homes
The design of the Sandpiper display home in Warragul is a modern take on the classic farmhouse style. The space enjoys ample storage, with a generous walk-in pantry located off the butlers pantry. Shaker cabinets, soft-close drawers and a pot filler tap are among just some of the well-considered inclusions.
Outdoor Kitchen
Partnered by Miele
Claytons Alfresco
Part of a knock-down rebuild project in Inverloch, this outdoor kitchen has been placed so the owners can enjoy ocean views while they cook! Located on the homes second level, it features a six-burner barbecue, double door fridge, sink and tap. Aluminium mineral composite doors and steel frames ensure this kitchen will stand the test of time in its harsh coastal environment, and the judges noted the attention to detail that has gone into the build.
Laundry
Partnered by Miele
Virtue Homes
The laundry of the Windsor 38 display home in Traralgon has been designed to exude luxury and style. The oversize room boasts a huge central working bench, navy cabinetry and stone benchtops. There is ample storage, and the space is perfectly suited to the needs of a working country home. The judges were impressed by the work of all trades on this room.
Northern Victoria
Bathroom of the Year
Partnered by HIA Insurance Services
Second Generation Builders
This renovated bathroom in Tatura is a stunning, light-filled space thanks to the fully-glazed ceiling installed over the length and width of the shower. VJ panels and floor-to-ceiling tiles are complemented by feature timber on the vanity. Ergonomics and layout could not be faulted, and the judges were impressed with the quality of workmanship on display.
Kitchen Design | Kitchen of the Year
Partnered by HIA Insurance Services
LA Smith Studio
The goal for this Wodonga kitchen was to create a modern, Hamptons-style space that showcases high-end architectural joinery and design detail. It succeeds in all respects. Natural quartzite and feature-grade blackbutt timber combine with a custom colour palette to deliver space that is as stylish as it is functional.
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