New Zealand’s Supreme Homes Announced
Christchurch has come out on top at this year’s Registered Master Builders 2018 House of the Year Awards, taking out the
Supreme Awards with a Redwood home and Merivale renovation.
Christchurch company Metzger Builders (MBL) Ltd was awarded the coveted title of Registered Master Builders 2018 Supreme
House of the Year with their Redwood home. They also took out the national category win for the New Home over $2 million
Award and the Plumbing World Bathroom Excellence Award.
Christchurch’s Takahe Construction Limited won the title of Registered Master Builders 2018 Renovation of the Year, with
their superb renovation of a Merivale home. The company also took out the national category win for the Renovation over
$1 million Award and the Outdoor Living Award.
House of the Year
Judges were impressed with Metzger Builders (MBL) Ltd’s clever and balanced design, with their home showing a considered
approach in every respect.
“The large home sits boldly on a rural site, but peacefully in its landscaped environment. The impeccable crafting and
attention to detail demonstrated by the builders and subcontractors is truly exceptional.
“The collaboration between client, architect and builder has made this a home that perfectly suits the needs of the
growing family.
“It is a well deserving winner of this award.”
Renovation of the Year
Judges remarked on the amazing quality of the Takahe Construction Limited’s renovation, which was extensively damaged in
the Christchurch quakes.
“Originally built in the 1990’s, the client chose to engage the original architect to complete a full re-design, whilst
retaining the elegance of the original home.
“A collaborative approach between client, architect, engineer and builder made this project a success. The quality
demonstrated in both the re-build work and the overall renovation is a credit to the team involved.
“This is truly a spectacular home, which the builder should be extremely proud of.”
The awards were announced at a gala dinner attended by over 550 people from the building and construction industry. The
event was held at The Cordis Hotel in Auckland this evening. Other national category winners and lifestyle awards were
also announced.
Registered Master Builders Chief Executive David Kelly says, House of the Year epitomises building excellence and
showcases Master Builders as the custodians of quality and innovation across all types of homes and price brackets.
“Residential building continues to fuel the construction boom, and while these homes need to be built quickly and cost
effectively, it must not be at the expense of quality. House of the Year sets the standard of what is possible, both in
quality and innovation.
“The craftmanship demonstrated within all of our finalists shows that our members are building quality homes for all New
Zealanders. From the luxury homes, to the cost-effective builds, to apartments, these homes are some of the finest in
the country.
“Congratulations to our Master Builders, especially to our Supreme Award recipients, Metzger Builders (MBL) Ltd and
Takahe Construction Limited. Your projects represent the dedication and workmanship of all of our members. We are
incredibly proud to represent you and provide platforms like these awards to highlight the amazing work you do.”
The Awards are made possible through the support of PlaceMakers, Master Build 10-Year Guarantee, GIB, Nulook, CARTERS,
Plumbing World, Resene and Bunnings Trade.
For more information about the competition, visit www.houseoftheyear.co.nz.
Photos the 2018 Supreme House of the Year can be found here.
Photos of the 2018 Supreme Renovation of the Year can be found here.
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