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Every family uses their home differently. Some prioritise open-plan living and outdoor entertaining, while others need extra bedrooms, a dedicated study or separate spaces for growing children. Comparing different house designs can help you identify the features that matter most to your lifestyle.
You can browse our designs by storey type, lot width, bedrooms, living zones and outdoor living spaces. Whether you're comparing layouts for a compact block or looking for room to spread out, narrowing your search can make it easier to find a design that aligns with your family's needs.
If you prefer everything on one level, our single storey home designs offer practical layouts with connected living spaces and easy day-to-day flow.
For growing families looking to maximise living space while maintaining outdoor areas, our double storey home designs provide flexible layouts across two levels.
If you're building on a larger property, our acreage home designs offer expansive living zones, generous outdoor connections and room to enjoy a broader Queensland lifestyle.
It can also help to think about how you'll use the space five or ten years from now, not just when you first move in.
Not sure where to start? Comparing storey types can help you narrow down your options. While the right choice will depend on your block and lifestyle, the guide below highlights some of the key differences between each design category.
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Design Type |
Best Suited To |
Common Block Considerations |
What To Look At Next |
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Single Storey |
Families wanting convenient everyday living and connected spaces |
Frontage, depth, setbacks and overall site dimensions |
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Double Storey |
Growing families seeking additional living space across two levels |
Height controls, orientation, setbacks and site conditions |
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Acreage |
Homeowners building on larger properties with room for expansive layouts |
Site access, slope, services and overall property characteristics |
The suitability of any home design depends on your specific block, site conditions and assessment requirements.
With so many new home designs available, it helps to focus on a few practical decisions first. Starting with your block, lifestyle and future plans can quickly narrow down the options and make shortlisting much easier.
If you already own land, begin by understanding the key details of your block, including frontage, depth, setbacks and any estate requirements. These factors will help narrow down which home designs are worth considering.
If you're still searching for land, it can help to identify the type of home design you want first. This gives you a clearer idea of the block dimensions and characteristics you'll need.
Think about how your family uses space each day and how those needs may evolve. Consider the number of bedrooms you need, whether you'd like multiple living areas, a dedicated study, guest accommodation or stronger indoor-outdoor connections.
More space isn't always the goal. A well-planned layout often makes a bigger difference to everyday living than extra square metres.
Once you've narrowed down your preferred layouts, compare single storey, double storey and acreage home designs based on your lifestyle and block requirements.
You can also explore different facade styles to find a look that reflects your personal taste and complements the streetscape.
As you compare home designs, take time to review the inclusions, living spaces, storage solutions and design features available within each range.
Looking at these details early can make it easier to narrow down your shortlist.
Once you've shortlisted your preferred home designs, you can download an obligation-free estimate and explore your options in more detail. You can then visit a Display Home and speak with a New Home Consultant about your preferred design, block and next steps.
When you're ready, price up your home and take the next step towards bringing your plans together.
Before shortlisting a house plan, it's worth checking a few practical details that can influence how well a design works on your block.
Some of the key factors to consider include:
Frontage and overall block dimensions
Required setbacks
Slope and site conditions
Orientation and natural light
Estate design guidelines
Garage position and driveway access
Living zones and room placement
Storage throughout the home
Outdoor living areas
Future family requirements
A design that looks ideal online may perform differently depending on block orientation, slope or estate requirements. Final suitability will always depend on site conditions, council requirements and Clarendon's assessment.
Start by checking your block's frontage, depth, setbacks, slope, orientation and any estate guidelines. Once you understand these requirements, shortlist a few home designs that suit your preferred layout and speak with Clarendon for site-specific guidance.
A house plan typically refers to the floor plan and room layout. A home design is broader and can include the floor plan, facade, inclusions, design features and how the home works with your block and lifestyle.
Yes. Clarendon offers a range of single storey home designs, double storey home designs and acreage home designs across Queensland. Each collection includes a variety of layouts, bedroom configurations and lifestyle-focused features to help you find the right fit for your family and block.
Clarendon offers a range of home designs with different layouts, facade options and inclusions. Available options vary by design, so it's best to discuss your preferred home with a New Home Consultant to understand what choices are available for your selected design.
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