6 Bedroom Narrow Lot Duplex House Plan If you’re looking for a duplex house plan that delivers two practical family homes without requiring an excessively wide block, our new 248DU 6 Bedroom Duplex Design is worth a closer look. This modern single-storey duplex combines two separate 3-bedroom residences within an overall building area of approximately 245.2 m² / 2,640 sq ft. With private garages, separate entries, generous living areas and outdoor alfresco spaces, the design

With its high raked ceiling, open-plan living area and wide front and rear verandahs, the design has been created to provide a relaxed, spacious feel while remaining practical for everyday family living.

If you’re looking for a duplex that offers more than the standard two small homes side-by-side, our new 252.2DK Skillion Roof Duplex is worth a closer look. Designed around practical dual living, this plan provides 5 bedrooms, 2 separate study areas, two kitchens, two living zones, private garages and outdoor alfresco areas within a total building area of approximately 252.2 m² / 2,712 sq ft. It could be an excellent starting point for investors, extended families, multigener

This 6 m × 6 m double carport plan provides covered parking for two vehicles and features an attractive Craftsman-inspired gable roof with exposed timber framing.

One of the biggest misconceptions I see is that homeowners think they need to have everything worked out before approaching a designer. You don't. Your starting point might simply be a hand-drawn sketch showing where you'd like the bedrooms, kitchen and living areas.

Looking for a 4 bedroom house plan that offers more than the standard family-home layout? We’ve just added a new modern family house design to Australian Floor Plans featuring some unusual extras — including a secret room, dedicated home gym, home cinema, private lounge and large outdoor entertaining areas. With approximately 232.2 m² / 2,500 sq ft of internal living space and 315.5 m² / 3,698 sq ft total area, this is a substantial single-storey design created for families w

A Small House Designed Around Everyday Living

smaller, simpler home If you love the idea of a smaller, simpler home without sacrificing comfortable living, our new Tranquil Nook design could be worth a closer look. This charming 1 bedroom country-style house plan provides approximately 59.6 m² / 642 sq ft of internal living space, with generous full-width patios to both the front and rear. Designed around a straightforward and practical floor plan, Tranquil Nook could be an excellent starting point for downsizers, couple

Free House Plan Download Ask the Builder – Free House Plan Download Looking for a spacious 4 bedroom house plan with plenty of room for a growing family? This week’s Ask the Builder Free House Plan is a practical 222.3m² (2,393 sq ft) single-storey family home featuring four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a separate media room, large kitchen and pantry, double garage and covered alfresco entertaining area. And the best part — you can download the concept house plan FREE. A Practica

One of the biggest mistakes I see with narrow homes is trying to squeeze a conventional wide house plan onto a narrow block. This can create wasted hallways, poorly positioned rooms and living areas that feel confined.

Big Family Living on a Narrower Block Big Family Living on a Narrower Block Finding a home design that offers four bedrooms, multiple living spaces and a double garage without requiring an exceptionally wide block can be a challenge. That is why we have added the 236.6 Narrow Lot House Plan to our latest collection. Designed for modern family living, this single-level home combines 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, two separate living areas, a double garage and covered outdoor enterta

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Queensland has introduced some important changes to its housing and building requirements — and for anyone planning a new home, renovation, granny flat or raised-floor home, the changes could make complying with the rules easier and potentially less expensive On 17 August 2026, the Queensland Government released Building and Plumbing Newsflash 640 outlining the new Queensland Housing Code (QHC) and amendments to the Modern Homes Standards. The aim is straightforward: make Que

Before choosing paint colours or interior finishes, it's worth thinking about your plumbing layout. The decisions you make now can affect future maintenance and the overall functionality of your home. Many older homes weren't designed with today's expectations for water efficiency, accessibility or future renovations. In this guide, we'll cover 10 plumbing features to include in your home floor plan that can improve water efficiency, simplify future maintenance and support f

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For many Australian homeowners, the bathroom is one of the most important rooms in the home, yet it is often one of the most challenging to design well. Bathrooms need to be practical, safe, easy to clean, well ventilated and visually appealing. They must support daily routines while making efficient use of space. In this process, mirrors and lighting are sometimes treated as finishing touches. Homeowners may finalise the vanity, shower, toilet position and tile selections f

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The 45 Elton is an excellent choice if you're looking for a modern, affordable and highly functional one-bedroom home.

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