QLD EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Over 380 guests attended the black tie event to acknowledge this year’s winners and to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Landscape Awards in Queensland.

Major event partner AWX Group presented the Queensland Landscape Construction of the year to Brisbane-based landscapers Naturform Pty Ltd.

Naturform’s winning project, Hopscotch House, is a childcare centre situated in Coorparoo in Brisbane’s southern suburbs.

The judges said: “This project stands as a benchmark for excellence in the landscape construction and a silent advocate for the industry. The project displays a high level of consistency in construction quality over a large variety of materials, construction techniques and finishes to create a truly memorable space that encourages learning and adventure to the 115 children that have the privilege of enjoying it”.

The evening was hosted by Terry Hansen from Brisbane radio station 97.7FM and featured local comedian and magician Nigel.

Landscape Queensland CEO, Mark Sorby, said this year’s awards again showcased the high quality skill levels and professionalism of the landscape industry in Queensland and also acknowledged the importance of the training and development of young apprentices and trainees in this state.

2014 WinnersQueensland Landscape Construction of the Year
Naturform Pty Ltd – Hopscotch House, Coorparoo

Best Landscape Feature – Residential
Ace Landscapes – Paddington

Residential 1 Category for projects up to the value of $40,000
Boss Gardenscapes – Samford Valley

Residential 2 Category for projects valued between $40,001 and $80,000
Ace Landscapes – Narangba

Residential 3 Category for projects valued between $80,001 and $120,000
Plants Whitsunday –Airlie Beach

Residential 4 Category for projects valued above $120,001
Outdoor Secrets – Wavell Heights

Residential Design & Construct 1 Category for projects up to the value of $80,000
Ace Landscapes – Narangba

Residential Design & Construct 2 Category for projects over $80,001
Outdoor Secrets – Wavell Heights

Residential Architect Designed Construction
Ace Landscapes – Bridgeman Downs

Ecological Rehabilitation Award
Interface Landscapes – Samford Skies

Environment & Sustainability Award
Naturelink Landscapes & Design P/L – USQ Toowoomba Campus

Best Landscape Feature – Commercial
Eureka Landscapes – Darlington Parklands Water Play, Yarabilba

Commercial 1 Category projects up to $100,000
Fig Tree Landscapes – San Sisto College, Carina

Commercial 2 Category projects $100,001 to $200,000
Ace Landscapes – Clarendon Homes Display, Mango Hill

Commercial 3 Category projects $200,001 to $500,000
Naturform – Hopscotch House, Coorparoo

Commercial 4 Category projects $500,001 to $1M
The Landscape Construction Company – Urban Edge, Kelvin Grove

Million Dollar Plus Category
Boyds Bay Landscaping P/L – Tannum Blue, Tannum Sands

Maintenance – Residential
The Landscape Construction Company – Chelmer

Maintenance – Commercial Under $100,000
The Landscape Construction Company – Waters Edge, West End

Maintenance – Commercial Over $100,000
Landscape Solutions Australia P/L – Anglican Church Grammar School, East Brisbane

Training Award
TAFE Queensland – South West / Interface Landscapes on-site training program

Trainee Award
John Erickson, nominated by Horticultural Training & employed by Mackay Regional Council

Apprentice of the Year
Ian Ling, nominated by Horticultural Training & employed by A & R Evergreen

Winning entries can be viewed at www.landscapequeensland.com.au 

Images (top to bottom): 2014 Construction of the Year; Best Landscape Feature – Commercial; Commercial 1 Category; Environment & Sustainability; and Residential Architect Designed Construction.