Builder strikes gold

The Point Wells house was entered in the $650,000 to $1 million category.

Local builder Steve Haycock Construction has won a gold in the Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition for a Point Wells home.Mr Haycock says the multi-layered cedar exterior of the three-bedroom house made for a challenging job.

It was the first project for the company’s new foreman, Matt Isted.

“It’s extremely elaborate for a small building,” Mr Haycock says. “Matt did a wonderful job.”

The 220m2 house was designed by the owner’s son and built in the new Sandpiper Avenue subdivision in Point Wells.

Warkworth business Composite Joinery did the joinery for the house, while Bill Holden Design and Landscape designed the outdoor area.

The house won in the $650,000 to $1 million category.

Steve Haycock Construction has won a gold medal every year it has entered the competition.

Mr Haycock says the company is experiencing growing demand and currently has three houses on the go, with 13 staff.