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Designing the ideal floor plan

STOCKLAND BUILDING GUIDES – DESIGNING THE IDEAL FLOOR PLAN

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The dream floor plan The floor plan is the blueprint of your future dream home and will be one of the most important things to consider before you start building.

No of bedrooms Butlers pantry Study Entertainment room Open plan Dedicated zones

Living in a highly functional home that suits your family’s needs will make life more comfortable and enjoyable. A well-planned, space efficient design wil also ensure your home is more affordable to build.

A strong and carefully constructed design ensures each family member can feel at home, and specific needs are catered for.

It’s vital to start with the obvious decisions like single or double storey and the minimum number of bedrooms you need.

Your home needs to work in conjunction with your lifestyle; media rooms, outdoor entertaining areas and work offices are important spaces to consider during the design stage.

Your builder will be invaluable during this phase, so utilise their knowledge and experience to help you achieve a positive outcome.

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Hint: Stockland Display Villages are a great way to experience different floor plans in one location. Take the whole family along and see which designs they favour and will best suit your lifestyle.

The information in this publication is provided as a guide only. All images and statements are based on information available to Stockland at the time of publication and may be subject to change without notice. The contents of the publication should not be considered legal, financial or other professional advice and you should consult an expert before making a decision based on anything contained in this publication. Any references or links to third party websites are for information purposes only and Stockland does not represent or warrant that the information on those websites are complete or accurate, nor does it endorse those websites or any company, product or service mentioned on those websites. Stockland will not be responsible or liable to any person for any loss, damage or injury arising (whether directly or indirectly) from the use of or reliance on anything contained in this publication.

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STOCKLAND BUILDING GUIDES – DESIGNING THE IDEAL FLOOR PLAN

Tip: The more space and rooms you have in the home, will increase the costs and require a larger block of land.

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Add your style Stockland’s building partners have an abundance of great designs to help you build your dream home.

New homes are already built to a higher specification and safety standard than many older homes, leaving you with the opportunity to focus your time and energy on adding personal touches to the design.

Your builder will be able to offer valuable advice regarding the design of the home. Here are some ideas of what to discuss with your builder to ensure you’re building the ideal home for you: • Work out whether you need to add or remove rooms to suit the size of your family • Ensure the size of the outdoor living area is big enough for those afternoon barbecues • Discuss storage space options so your home doesn’t become cluttered with items that should be locked up • Picking the right hues can be a lot of fun – make sure your paint colours work with the floor coverings and curtains

The information in this publication is provided as a guide only. All images and statements are based on information available to Stockland at the time of publication and may be subject to change without notice. The contents of the publication should not be considered legal, financial or other professional advice and you should consult an expert before making a decision based on anything contained in this publication. Any references or links to third party websites are for information purposes only and Stockland does not represent or warrant that the information on those websites are complete or accurate, nor does it endorse those websites or any company, product or service mentioned on those websites. Stockland will not be responsible or liable to any person for any loss, damage or injury arising (whether directly or indirectly) from the use of or reliance on anything contained in this publication.

For more information FREECALL 13 52 63

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STOCKLAND BUILDING GUIDES – DESIGNING THE IDEAL FLOOR PLAN

Tip: Try to position main living areas facing north and bedrooms facing south or east, especially in hot climates.

Ideally, alfresco areas should get sun in winter and be cool and shady in summer.

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Saving by design A huge advantage of building a new home is the opportunity to save money on your utility bills by choosing sustainable design features.

A huge advantage of building a new home is the opportunity to save money on your utility bills by choosing sustainable design features. It is important to remember many of the decisions you make when deciding on your floor plan will impact the future cost.

Size The larger the home, the more it will cost to heat, cool, light, clean and furnish the space. Also consider ways to make the most of your outdoor space

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Liveability

Liveable housing design features make a home easier and safer for everyone, including the elderly, families with young children and people with a disability. These may include wider doors and corridors, step-free shower access and more.

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Zoning What will be the most efficient layout and floor plan for the home? Good zoning allows you to open and close parts of the home not in use. This can be achieved simply by fitting some extra doors in the design.

The information in this publication is provided as a guide only. All images and statements are based on information available to Stockland at the time of publication and may be subject to change without notice. The contents of the publication should not be considered legal, financial or other professional advice and you should consult an expert before making a decision based on anything contained in this publication. Any references or links to third party websites are for information purposes only and Stockland does not represent or warrant that the information on those websites are complete or accurate, nor does it endorse those websites or any company, product or service mentioned on those websites. Stockland will not be responsible or liable to any person for any loss, damage or injury arising (whether directly or indirectly) from the use of or reliance on anything contained in this publication.

Orientation The position and layout of your home will determine which rooms receive direct sunshine at different times of the day.

This will affect the temperature of each room, which will in turn influence cooling and heating costs.

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Thank you For more information please call us on 13 52 63 or email us at residential@stockland.com.au