"The well-designed upper-level outdoor area can be closed off from the prevailing winds with strategically-hidden sliding doors and a remote-controlled louvered roof. The luxurious ambience upstairs is complemented by a stunning, large gas fireplace."
Another standout feature was the ensuite with its polished marble tiling offset against dark-stained cabinetry enriching the light-filled space.
"This large, elegant home is well-balanced with a superb palette of materials, and has been designed and built for comfortable living. A beautifully crafted home that meets the needs of its owners. Shaw Builders must congratulate themselves on achieving this fantastic result."
Registered Master Builders chief executive David Kelly said the number of top-quality homes entered in the competition this year has been fantastic, reflecting the high standards maintained by its members in the Association.
All supreme, lifestyle and category winners were selected from 100 gold reserve national finalists, which were all involved in the 11 regional competitions held throughout New Zealand during July and August.
Registered Master Builders 2015 House of the Year results
SUPREME AWARDS
* Supreme Award for the Registered Master Builders 2015 House of the Year
Shaw Builders for a home in Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
* Supreme Award for the Registered Master Builders 2015 Renovation of the Year
Glover Homes for a home in Albany, Auckland
REGISTERED MASTER BUILDERS CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARD
Shaw Builders for a home in Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
CATEGORY WINNERS
* Master Build Services Renovation Award up to $250,000
Mossman Construction for a home in Palmerston North, Manawatu
* Mitre 10 Renovation Award $250,000 - $500,000
Alteration Specialists Manawatu for a home in Palmerston North, Manawatu
* SafetyMate Renovation Award over $500,000
Glover Homes for a home in Albany, Auckland
* ITM New Home up to $300,000
Pepper Construction for a home in New Plymouth, Taranaki
* PlaceMakers New Home $300,000 - $400,000
Todd Starkey Builders for a home in Rangiora, Canterbury
* PlaceMakers New Home $400,000 - $500,000
Euro Construction for a home in Hamilton, Waikato
* James Hardie New Home $500,000 - $650,000
Arnott & Arnott Builders for a home in Foxton, Manawatu
* Nulook New Home $650,000 - $1 million
Dunlop Builders for a home in Wanaka, Otago
* Carters New Home $1 million - $2 million
Metzger Builders (MBL) for a home in Clearwater, Christchurch
* Westpac New Home over $2 million
Shaw Builders for a home in Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
* Builder's Own Home Award
Metzger Builders (MBL) for a home in Clearwater, Christchurch
* GIB Show Home Award
Gudsell Designer Homes for a home in Matamata, Waikato
LIFESTYLE AWARDS
* Resene Sustainable Home Award
Hybrid Homes for a home in Atawhai, Nelson
* Heart of the Home Kitchen Award
Sugrue Construction for a home in Merivale, Christchurch
* Plumbing World Bathroom Excellence Award
Ainsworth & Collinson for a home in Havelock North, Hawke's Bay
* Outdoor Living Award
Faulkner Construction for a home in Clevedon, Auckland