106 | Lakeside Design and Build T T Aimee Wilson Finding bliss amongst the fairways The kitchen features leathered finished marble and American oak and Patagonia oak flooring from Forte. BUILDING Queenstown-based Lakeside Design and Build was rapt with their recent Registered Master Builders House of the Year Gold award on the Fairway Retreat project. Company owners Sam Court and Luke Noble specialise in both residential and commercial construction, and have brought their international expertise home to create a niche market in the Queenstown Lakes. From high-end residential builds in London to large-scale commercial projects in the Middle East, they’ve worked with world-class design methodologies and refined them to suit our alpine environments. The award-winning project at Gibbston for a family who loves golf, involved three cleverly configured timberand-schist-clad pavilions - like a modern alpine lodge and set amongst the fairways. High timber ceilings, oak panelling, and polished plaster walls add warmth, while expansive north-facing views give the owners a true sense of peace and ease. Substantial hardwood trusses bring texture and depth to the open plan living area, which flows through to outdoor living areas which are defined and protected from the elements through louvres and deep eaves. Schist is the dominant feature of this stunning home, used both as cladding and to define the fireplaces both inside and out. The kitchen and bathrooms are statement pieces themselves, consisting of leathered finished marble and American oak and Patagonia oak flooring from Forte, along with natural slate tiles. There are nooks and crannies everywhere creating breakout spaces to relax and unwind in this lifestyle property, that fits seamlessly amongst the natural landscape. Lakeside Design and Build care about their clients and that shines through in the fact that most of the work comes from word-of-mouth. “We build strong relationships with our clients and deliver what we promise. We’re known for getting jobs done quickly and to a high standard, and we make sure the whole process is as easy and enjoyable as possible. Client satisfaction is number one for us.” The company is proud of the full service they offer - from the first ideas and design right through to consent and construction. Having everything under one roof keeps things moving smoothly and takes the stress off their clients. “Our focus now is on growing the design and build side of the business. We want to keep making the process simple, enjoyable, and high-quality for people building their dream home.” The building industry has been challenging in recent years, but the company is feeling positive about the future. “We’ve built a strong team that shares our values, and that makes a huge difference. The main challenge now is finding more good people - skilled trades and like-minded team members, so we can keep up with demand and take on more projects.” They’ve got a multi-unit design and build project about to start on Queenstown Hill, as well as a number of new architectural homes kicking off in the new year. “We’re also finishing the new clubhouse at Gibbston Valley Resort and have more exciting work planned there too.” For all your external plastering needs M. 027 220 7688 E. sean@wardplastering.nz A. 210 D Glenda Drive , Frankton W. wardplastering.nz
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