Smart by Design

Great design isn’t reserved for bigger budgets. This 137m² Hamilton home won the national Volume/Group Housing New Home up to $500,000 category at the 2025 Master Builders House of the Year awards. It shows what Sentinel can achieve with a clear budget, thoughtful design and the care we bring to every build. Smart use of space makes room for three bedrooms, two bathrooms and light-filled, open-plan living. The kitchen, dining and living areas connect to a sheltered deck, while brick, dark vertical cladding and timber details give the home a distinctive street presence. Every choice works towards a home that feels good to live in and makes the most of its footprint. Built as part of Sentinel Homes’ Waste Project, the home also reduced construction landfill waste from a typical five tonnes to just 340kg. A considered budget can still deliver a home with personality, practical spaces and quality craftsmanship. Talk to your local Sentinel team about what’s possible for yours.