Testimonials
The Homestead – Huirangi Inlet - Bay of Islands
“This testimonial recognises the design excellence of Scott Jury – Architect, an Honours graduate and Principal of Jurado Architects Ltd.
Scott first impressed us when he participated in the design and administration of a large prestige 10 car garage for our family incorporating a 1950s American Diner, Luxury Home Theatre and various collection spaces. We have constructed many prestige projects and as a result of the very favourable impression Scott made on us, we decided to award him the commission for a major rebuild of our estate in the Bay of Islands.
Our brief was for the “Grand Old Lady of the Bay of Islands” and he has delivered that to our entire satisfaction. The project encompassed significant infrastructure and design, a new Caretaking cottage, Demolition Design and Rebuild of an Historic Fishermans building, Demolition Design and Rebuild of the major Historic Homestead and the refurbishment of a large Boatshed all required to maintain the historic appearance of the original heritage property.
This was a 30 month project of the highest quality and detail and the result has surpassed our expectations. Scott’s ability in translating the client’s brief into perfect reality is exceptional and his design ability has impressed us throughout the development of Concept, Design and final Execution. We are currently enjoying the many accolades we receive as Owners.
He is an Architect who also personally administers his commissions and supervises the construction competently and professionally, always maintaining a close personable relationship with the Client and Contractor.
It is our pleasure to recommend him.”
JOHN & KENDA BEDOGNI
2020
“Hopper Developments decided to produce our new Head Office which was to include a mixed-use brief incorporating Retail, Hospitality, Office and Apartments, this brief was very challenging for our small site and we knew this would prove tricky. Jurado Architects have produced something very special and the design skill has been unquestionable, we know the design will stand out as a quality building and endure the test of time, and the brief has been executed very well. Scott's ability to combine special design elements, while constantly considering the underlying budget has been crucial. A very well designed building has also been followed by a high-quality set of documentation which the contractor and wider team have enjoyed working with. We would be happy to recommend Jurado Architects, and in fact, we are using them on other projects continually.”
Hopper Developments Ltd
2019
"We have always wanted to build something from the ground up and Scott and his team helped us to make this dream come true. His commitment, ideas, designs, thoughts and ability to communicate with everyone on the job was amazing. We truly couldn't have achieved this build without the help of Scott and his team and we look forward to having Scott work with us on the 2nd phase of our home. "
Christina & Wade Maurice
2018
"What started as an idea turned into reality through Scott Jury and his team at Jurado architects. Scott’s continual stream of ideas, feedback, comments, and suggestions helped achieve project excellence and we couldn’t be happier with the completed job. We’d never do another renovation without him."
Ellie & Barry ter Haar
2018
“I would love you to come and have a wine with In Ja and I anytime, the house is all we wanted it to be. You grasped the concept straight away and we have finished with a beautiful liveable home that blends in so well with the lovely natural bush landscape. The interior is spacious and comfortable and so easy to live in. Thank you!.”
Don & InJa Stehr
2017
“Scott’s architectural vision is certainly outstanding. He designed for us a home which combined clever innovative design with style and seamless flow throughout. Thank you Scott, for challenging us to step outside of the square and set flight with dreams and thoughts never before realized.”
Claire & Michael Higgins
2015
“Thanks to Scott and his team at Jurado Architects we now have a stunning home with the “wow” factor utilising a beautiful sea view. On meeting with Scott we were immediately impressed with his range of ideas, advice and efficiency in providing sketches and drawings accompanied by physical models of how our home would be presented. He was excellent to work alongside and incorporated our ideas also.”
Bill & Sue Withey
2014
“Jurado Architects have been engaged in a number of projects ranging in size and variety that I have been involved with over the years. This begins with residential properties, some in very confining spaces in order to comply with Local District development controls.
Another recent project which is still continuing, as fundraising and organisational funding such as grants and Council funding takes time, is the Red Beach Surf Lifesaving Club.
All of Jurado’s work with the Red Beach Surf Lifesaving Club has been on a ‘pro-bono’ basis where the club is seeing the design and thought process of Jurado Architects unfold, into what will be a ‘boutique’ facility…
If it wasn’t for Scott and the team of Jurado Architects with their master plan vision from the outset, plus on going back up to design solutions as our funds come to hand, this building that is in such an iconic position on the water’s edge, could have become the look of another ‘typical community club’.
We thank Scott and John and the Jurado team for their perseverance on this project, and share in their vision of what will when completed be a great visual asset to our club members and the local community."
Mark Scheib - President
Red Beach Surf Lifesaving club
2012 - 2018
“We have nothing but praise for Scott Jury. He was helpful and obliging whenever we were in contact, doing his best to make the building of our dream home a pleasurable event. His ideas and thoughts were given freely, and to us always welcome. We would have no hesitation in employing such a skilful young man as an architect in the future.”
Maurie & Mary Fussell
2011
“Scott has the ability to negotiate and deal with both the client and contractors…..Scott is very well organised, knowledgeable and applies himself to projects….He is honest, trustworthy and diligent….”
Richard Priest
2009
“Scott is an extremely capable, intelligent young man. He has the ability to combine a creative design talent with practical commercial reality. He quickly gains an understanding of design projects, is self motivated and creative in his approach to whatever the task that has been set.
Scott is a great problem solver. He has a good working knowledge of what is required to run a business and is extremely customer driven. He is a motivated team player with a good sense of humour and an outgoing personality.”