| 19 Robertson Lodge Group: Cook Brothers Matakauri Lodge Cook Brothers Construction delivered the outdoor upgrade, with the project completed in October 2024. REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Efficient team deliver relaxed luxury by the poolside Queenstown-based Kasteel Building Ltd is proud of their part in a stunning transformation of Rosewood Matakauri’s outdoor relaxation area. For guests staying at this tranquil Queenstown lakeside resort, spectacular lake and mountain views can now be savoured from a luxurious new custom pool complemented by expansive timber decks. Adding to the atmosphere of relaxed indulgence are two beautiful spa pools and a fully insulated sauna. Working alongside lead contractor Cook Brothers Construction, Kasteel Building installed all the timber decking needed for the project. Made of durable Vitex hardwood, the decking is skillfully shaped to match a curving boundary and to align with pool and landscaping. “Achieving that curve was quite challenging and involved some redesign to get it just right,” says Tom Hishon, founder and director of Kasteel Building. “We’re really pleased with how it came together – it all looks so nice and sharp.” Tom describes Vitex as a superior decking timber that elegantly ages over time from a light golden colour to a beautiful driftwood grey. It was selected by the project’s award winning landscape designer, Baxter Design. The decking inish, with radius corners, extends to a poolside timber platform, further adding to the uni ied and inviting look of the whole area. While Kasteel Building has previously completed some work at the lodge, Tom says this was the irst project he and his team of four had done with Cook Brothers. “It was a great project to be involved with and we now have a good relationship with Cook Brothers moving forward. We were working to a tight timeline but everyone was very supportive of each other. We’re all quite proud of ourselves – that outdoor area looks amazing. For us, it’s great to be able to showcase what we can do with such an eye-catching project.” Kasteel Building is well-established in the Queenstown market, having completed a number of new home and renovation projects since Tom founded the company in 2018. His professional experience in high-end architectural construction goes back some 10 years. “However, we don’t specialise in one avenue or another – we work across the board. We’ve got a broad knowledge of all types of builds from new builds and renovations to light commercial projects.” The road ahead in 2025 is looking positive for Tom and his team, who are excited by the new projects coming their way. Tom notes a big focus for this year is to start branching out into Wānaka while continuing to service the Queenstown market. BUILDING TRUST ONE PROJECT AT A TIME. Proudly Supporting Robertson Lodge Group GET IN TOUCH 0274490093 tom@kasteelbuild.co.nz
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