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This award recognises excellence in the construction and design of a residential building or other accommodation project tailored to meet the specific housing needs of an individual or group, such as aged persons dwellings, retirement villages, accommodation for people with disabilities, accessible, adaptable, liveable or universal design housing, student accommodation, or similar.
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Program
Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards
Contact
qld_events@hia.com.au
Judging criteria
Projects will be judged according to:
| Criteria | Points |
| Quality of workmanship and appeal | 50 |
| Design effectiveness including environmental sustainability | 20 |
| Specialised design features and innovation | 15 |
| Visual and market appeal | 15 |
Competition area by postcode
Entries are submitted into the regional awards based on the geographical location of each project:
Sunshine Coast/Wide Bay Awards
4517 - 4519, 4521, 4550 - 4581, 4600 - 4610, 4615, 4620, 4621, 4625, 4650, 4655, 4660, 4670, 4671, 4673, 4674, 4677
Previous Specialised Housing winner
The Whites Road dwelling in Buderim is a specialised auxiliary residence that showcases tailored luxury and innovative design. Its unique features, such as a glass roof over the ensuite for stargazing, a wet room with glow-in-the-dark stone flooring, and...
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