Construction With Destiny (CWD) has been awarded the prestigious HIA Tasmanian Home of the Year for 2025, taking the top honor with their stunning Nebraska Residence project located on Bruny Island. The coastal sanctuary, which masterfully blends natural elegance with exceptional craftsmanship, emerged as the standout winner among numerous entries at Saturday night's HIA 2025 Tasmanian Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards ceremony.
The award-winning home has garnered widespread praise for its distinctive architectural qualities and seamless integration with its coastal environment. HIA Tasmania Executive Director Benjamin Price highlighted the residence's unique characteristics, stating, "The Nebraska Residence is a masterclass in design and detail. It's a home that doesn't just sit in its environment – it belongs to it." The property represents a perfect fusion of contemporary design principles with the natural beauty of its Bruny Island setting.
Perched dramatically on coastal dunes, the Nebraska Residence showcases premium materials and meticulous attention to detail throughout its construction. The home features custom Tasmanian oak joinery that celebrates local craftsmanship, handmade Moroccan tiles that add international flair, and brushed brass tapware that provides elegant finishing touches. These carefully selected elements combine to create a residence that stands as both a comfortable family home and an architectural masterpiece.
Minister for Housing and Planning Kerry Vincent acknowledged the project's broader significance in addressing contemporary housing challenges facing Tasmania. "These awards are a great opportunity to recognize innovative design in housing and this is certainly a standout design," Vincent explained. "The need for thinking outside the square with housing solutions has never been more pressing and I look forward to working with industry to find new ways to deliver homes that best meet the needs of Tasmanians."
The ceremony also recognized several other outstanding builders and projects across multiple categories. JOSCON Tasmania demonstrated exceptional versatility by claiming recognition in four separate categories, including the coveted Display Home of the Year award. Axis Homes Tasmania made a strong showing in sustainability and affordability sectors, winning both the Custom Built Home up to $750,000 category and the GreenSmart Sustainable Home award, highlighting the growing importance of environmentally conscious construction practices.
Turner Plus achieved notable success by securing victories in two significant categories: the Custom Built Home $1.5 million-$2 million award and the highly competitive People's Choice Home of the Year. These wins demonstrate the company's ability to deliver both high-end luxury construction and homes that resonate with public preference and appeal.
The awards ceremony also celebrated emerging talent and craftsmanship within Tasmania's building industry. Simon Rossiter Building earned recognition as the Emerging Builder, showcasing the next generation of construction excellence in the state. Additionally, Kalan Hutchins from 2B Building was honored with the Apprentice of the Year award, highlighting the importance of nurturing young talent in the trades.
Hundreds of industry professionals, government officials, and community members attended the prestigious HIA Awards ceremony held at the Grand Chancellor in Hobart on Saturday night. The event served as both a celebration of architectural achievement and a networking opportunity for Tasmania's building and construction community. All category winners from the Tasmanian awards will now advance to compete at the national level, representing the state at the 2026 HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards scheduled for April 2026, where they will compete against the finest residential construction projects from across Australia.
