Te Puke Supreme
By Shaw Builders
Judges comments: The builders’ “perfect” attention to detail, coupled with clear and concise workmanship have helped them to create an incredibly well-executed home. The use of metal cladding, white plaster and cedar boarding on the exterior of the home is aesthetically pleasing and incredibly well-executed. Metal cladding fixings are seamless, which is very difficult to achieve and a real credit to the builder.
Described by the Master Builder Awards judges as having “perfect attention to detail, coupled with clear and concise workmanship”, we built this exceptional home and sanctuary for a retired couple in Te Puke. It won the Master Builders Gold Award, it was winner of it’s category, winner of the Gold Reserve Award, the Craftsmanship Award and the National Sustainable Home Award. Learn more about the Master Builder Awards. As the judges pointed out, a high calibre of craftsmanship and attention to detail was essential to the client’s brief of a minimalist home. Combining crisp lines, immaculate finishings and attention to detail, we used metal cladding, white plaster and cedar boarding on the exterior.
The Project
Judges raved that it was “an incredibly well-executed home… Metal cladding fixings are seamless, which is very difficult to achieve and a real credit to the builder.” With plenty of upfront communication, organised project management and dedication to getting it right.
Our awards for this property
- Registered Master Builders, House of the year, National Winner, 2013
- Registered Master Builders, House of the year, Local Craftsmanship Award, 2013
- Registered Master Builders, House of the year, Local Supreme Winner, 2013
- Registered Master Builders, House of the year, Local Category Winner, 2013
- Registered Master Builders, House of the year, Gold Award, 2013
- Registered Master Builders, House of the year, Gold Reserve Award, 2013
Testimonial
The homeowners tell the building story best:
“For more than 30 years we owned a 200 acre piece of land in the Papamoa Hills. The contour is challenging but this also means there are beautiful valleys with native bush and hillsides with breathtaking views of the countryside, with the ocean as a backdrop. However, getting well beyond retirement age meant we had to scale down and find somewhere else to live. We looked around for a year and saw many nice homes, but there was always something not quite what we wanted; a warm and cozy home that would not “cost the earth” to heat. We came to the conclusion that the only way was to build a new home ourselves. We were able to subdivide the farm and create a stunning house site.
Finding the right building team
We decided to go for under floor heating in part of the house and radiators in all the bedrooms. As we did not want to use fossil fuels to heat the home, we were going to make extensive use of the sun to heat our water and the home. These incorporated ideas would be a New Zealand first. This was going to create some extra challenges for the architect and the builder, which meant that we had to find the right team for the job. After making some inquiries we decided to use Shaw Builders to build the home and Brendon Gordon as the architect. We never looked back. It has been a fantastic experience. When our friends heard we intended to build a new home, they always said are you sure you know what you get yourself into at your age? Are you sure you will be able to deal with all the stress?
Shaw Builders made the job look easy.
David did all the planning and made sure to choose the right subcontractors, who were always there when required. Building materials were always there when needed. No unnecessary delays. He also communicated very well with the architect. Carolynne provided us every month with a breakdown of the cost of labour and materials, which was easy to follow. David’s team of leading hands and tradesmen are second to none. David has a good eye for detail and is a perfectionist. He has a lot of pride in his job. This means he will only work with tradesmen and subcontractors who will perform to his standards. The final result is a stunning warm comfortable home which oozes quality. Visitors comment that the house has a good feeling. We think that is because all the workers on the job were always in a good mood and obviously enjoyed what they were doing. Finally the proof is in the pudding. The house won multiple regional and national awards.
Thanks a lot Shaw Builders, we love it here.”
Gerben and Gerbrig Muntendam
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We have built a reputation for high-quality construction
Owners Dave and Carolynne Shaw established Shaw Builders Ltd back in 2002 and have made a serious commitment to support the local Mount Maunganui residential construction industry. The Company will continue to pursue it's vision of exceeding client expectations through excellence in award winning design and construction.
Our builders are passionate about building exceptional family homes
Kiwi owned and operated, we’ve been building new homes and renovating existing high-end homes in Mt Maunganui, Papamoa, Bethlehem, Tauranga and the greater Western Bay of Plenty for more than three decades. Our aim has always been to build the finest homes with quality craftsmanship, a dedication to perfection and a listening ear to what our clients need. We are passionate about creating a future-proof home that suits your family and your lifestyle and endures far into the future..
You can trust Shaw Builders
We’re committed to building New Zealand’s finest homes and have been doing so in Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty for more than 30 years. We help meet our clients’ changing lifestyles, fulfil their innovative house build design ideas and achieve sustainable building practices. From concept to successful result, we’re determined to give our clients a positive project experience. Dave Shaw loves the details and tackles every new home build and renovation project with a hands-on approach. He checks, double checks and puts his perfectionist skills into action from build concept to completion.
Carolynne Shaw manages the office and along with Dave, builds relationships with our Tauranga clients and keeps the lines of communication open, even after the project is successfully completed. .As members of the Registered Master Builders Association of New Zealand, the Shaw Builders team and all our trusted contractors meet the standards, qualifications and quality controls that give our clients peace of mind.
Award winning Tauranga homes
With more than 60 awards since 2007, there’s no questioning the consistency of our new build and renovations work. But we don’t build homes to win awards, we build them to meet the needs of our clients’ evolving lifestyles, give them a positive building experience and a satisfying result..
“A Shaw build is a quality build. We build every home as if it was our own and that quality sets us apart.”
How we work
Quality project management and clear, consistent communication is key to an enjoyable building experience. With us, you get an open book. we work with you, your architect, our quantity surveyor, our contractors and subcontractors to give you the home of your dreams, something we can all be proud of.
Our process:
- Get the ball rolling. If you need some help with scope, design concepts and ideas to bring to your architect’s plans, our extensive building knowledge makes the design process easier. We know what works, how to practically achieve your vision and when to consider alternatives.
- Realistic pricing – We work with the quantity surveyor to give an estimated project scope and then sit down with you to talk it through and align building practicalities with concept drawings, ideas and inspiration.
- Once the scope, budget and project overview is agreed, we coordinate, project manage and communicate with contractors to start work.
- The journey begins. We work alongside you, your family and neighbours to make sure the building experience meets your expectations, fits your budget and achieves the best result.
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