2026 Houzz Awards.

Demardi
19 February 2026 · 2 min read

We’re proud to share that Demardi has been recognised with four awards from Houzz, a moment that reflects not just our craft, but the trust our clients place in us every day.

This year, we received Best of Houzz Melbourne, along with the category awards for Home Office, Kitchen and Laundry Room. Each award highlights a different aspect of what drives us: our exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and our commitment to creating peace of mind across every project.

A Win for Melbourne Craftsmanship
Being awarded Best of Houzz Melbourne is a tremendous honour. It celebrates the work we deliver across Melbourne, a city known for its architectural depth, design culture, and appreciation for quality. This recognition reflects the standards we set for every renovation, every detail, and every client relationship.

Best of Houzz: Home Office
With more homeowners embracing flexible working, creating functional, inspiring workspaces has become essential. Carlton 8 has yet again been recognised in the Home Office category for the way we combined practicality and beauty to shape a workspace that supports both lifestyle and productivity.

Best of Houzz 2026 Awards

Melbourne

Home Office

Kitchen

Laundry Room

Best of Houzz: Kitchen
The Kitchen is the heart of the home, and one of the most rewarding spaces for us to bring to life. Hawthorn 8 celebrates our approach to thoughtful planning, high-quality finishes, and the seamless integration of smart, user-centred design.

Best of Houzz: Laundry Room
Often overlooked, the Laundry Room can become one of the most efficient and enjoyable rooms in the home when designed well. Hawthorn 8 laundry room acknowledges our commitment to elevating even the most functional spaces though clever storage, durable materials, and intuitive layouts.

A Shared Achievement
These awards belong not only to our team, but to every homeowner who has welcomed us into their project. Thank you for trusting us with your homes, your ideas, and your vision. We take care of the detail so you can enjoy the journey, and these recognitions reinforce why that matters.

We’re excited for what comes next and look forward to continuing to deliver design-led, high quality renovations and extensions that feel just as good as they look.

If you’d like to discuss your renovation or extension, our team is always ready to start the conversation.

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