Architect takes grand prize

Pretty Beach architect David Boyle has taken out the grand prize at this year's Australian Timber Design Awards.

The prize was awarded to a residential renovation, The Burridge Read Residence.

Mr Boyle said the building was "inspired by the natural beauty of the adjacent National Park" and showcased a variety of timber products.

The judges noted that "this project stood apart for its use of a variety of new and recycled timbers, hand-crafted timber joinery and various wood sculptural elements.

"Judges were particularly impressed by the manner in which timber was used to meld the house into the surrounding national park."

This is the second award that the house has received this year, after winning a commendation from the NSW Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects for residential projects, one of only four houses to receive an award this year.

Winners of the timber design awards were announced at a presentation night on Friday, October 29, at Luna Park, Sydney.

Mr Boyle operates a small design-focused practice from Pretty Beach specialising in unique, environmentally-sustainable residential design.

Media Release, 4 Nov 2010 David Boyle, David Boyle Architect