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Home Designs
Mar 3 2020
On Saturday Buy to Build showed off our Baltimore 38
Take a look! Bubbly couple Sam and Rose searched for their dream home on Saturday’s episode of Buy to Build. The first house the couple were shown was our exceptional Baltimore 38 on display at Arise Rochedale. The couple were visibly in awe as they entered the first lounge room at the front of the […]
Featured
Nov 23 2020
Coral Homes wins Product Review Award
It’s official, we are Product Review’s best home builder as voted by customers! We are extremely excited and proud to share that Coral Homes (QLD & NSW) has won Product Review’s annual award for best builder for 2021. Product Review is a national independent review site where you can gain valuable insight into what it’s […]
Home Designs
Nov 17 2020
We are proud be awarded the BEST display home under $250,000 in the whole of Queensland On Friday 6 November 2020, the Noosa 23 MKII on display at Yarrabilba took out the ‘Best in State’ in the best ‘Display Home Under $250,000’ category at the Housing Industry Association (HIA) Queensland awards. Furthermore, this is not the first […]
Events
Nov 10 2020
Coral Homes Awarded Queensland’s No. 1 Major Builder
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) Awards annually champions the industry’s leading builders and Coral Homes has proudly received Queensland’s most prestigious industry award – Professional Major Builder of 2020! The HIA judges recognised excellence within our business, including sound business and financial management practices. Most importantly, the award shows Coral Homes has the highest standards […]
Interior Design and Style
Top 5 Tips The temperature has dropped slightly and there’s a crispness in the air but that won’t stop Aussies from enjoying the great outdoors in all its autumnal glory! Outdoor rooms and alfresco areas are as popular as ever within family homes and are perfect for entertaining. So, despite the cooler weather, we’ve put […]
Interior Design and Style
Mar 12 2021
Coral Homes reconnect with Gold Coast Titans to cement their partnership NRL fans rejoice! Coral Homes is proud to announce their partnership with the Gold Coast Titans once more, just in time for the new-season kickoff. Having previously partnered with the Titans, Coral Homes Chief Executive Officer, Steve Foley, is excited to reconnect with the […]
Interior Design and Style
Mar 11 2021
Check out our new and improved website! We’re excited to announce our new Coral Homes website is now live! And it’s been completely designed with you, our customers, in mind. There are so many great new functionalities and features we’d love to share with you below.sharing some of these with you! 1. Instant estimate This […]
Interior Design and Style
Have you heard of the Morada Brick Series?
Jan 21 2020
When it comes to building a new home, bricks are on trend for creating interesting external facades, in addition to stunning internal feature walls. A product that we are loving right now from PGH Bricks and Pavers is their new Morada Brick Range – a luxury brick range for the ultimate in contemporary style and design. The Morada Range, […]
Interior Design and Style
Hamptons show homes on display
Jan 27 2021
We love the Hamptons homes so much at Coral Homes; we have twelve beauties for you to explore within our vast display home network across NSW and QLD. Our Hamptons display homes feature Coastal, Montauk, East Hamptons and of course Hamptons façades. All are modernised, Australian versions of a traditional Hamptons home, with a variety […]
Interior Design and Style
Looking for inspiration for your new home?
Oct 29 2020
We have the perfect quiz for you! Deciding on the selections to create your new home is lots of fun, but there are also lots of decisions to be made. To help you along your way, our good friends at PGH Bricks have developed a ‘Which Style Are You?’ quiz, which goes beyond bricks and helps you understand […]
Interior Design and Style
When it comes to selecting the tiles, electrical and colours to create your beautiful home, the choices are endless. Some customers can get so caught up on the colour scheme/interior design perspective, they can get lost in this world rather than stopping to think practically about what they need in their new home. A great […]
Interior Design and Style
Outdoor rooms are in huge demand
Jan 28 2021
If you are looking to build a new home, an alfresco space is an absolute must! Top of mind, particularly during the Summer months, is having an alfresco entertaining space as part of your home. As Australian’s, a majority of us love the outdoors, so having great indoor-outdoor integration within our homes, plus an outdoor […]
Interior Design and Style
Weatherboard cladding is still the go to material for creating a typical Hamptons home. However, today’s materials are very different to what has been historically used… Weatherboard cladding is commonly used to cover the outside of a home so that it looks attractive and also protects the building. Weatherboards are traditionally made from timber or […]
Interior Design and Style
There’s never been a better time to build! A new stimulus packages has been released in the wake of the Coivd-19 crisis to boost the Australian economy. The $25,000 HomeBuilder grant was announced last week and will give Australian’s planning a home build a much needed helping hand. If you’re a first home buyer, you […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the look The Milan 29 home on display at Huntlee Estate, North Rothbury in the Hunter Region is the quintessential spacious single storey family home. This home design on display delivers 279.76m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, three living spaces (including a media room) and an extended outdoor area. Specifically designed to […]
Interior Design and Style
Jan 12 2021
At Coral Homes, we strive for innovation and maximum liveability in our home designs Back in the day, homes were designed so that each and every space was defined by walls and each of these rooms had a specific purpose. Today, families love large open spaces in the shared living areas and multiple break out […]
Interior Design and Style
How to choose the right home design
Jan 12 2021
How to Choose the Right Home Design The huge benefit with building over buying an established home, is that you can choose a home design to exactly suit you and your family’s lifestyle and needs. Plus, the benefit that everything is new of course! However, there are literally hundreds of floorplans to choose from when […]
Interior Design and Style
What makes the perfect Hamptons Kitchen?
Jan 11 2021
What makes the perfect Hamptons Kitchen? Coral Homes loves shaker-style cabinetry, Caesarstone® benchtops and mushroom knobs… Personal taste and preference obviously play a huge part in answering the question ‘What makes the perfect Hamptons kitchen?’ However, we have put together a shortlist based on our super popular Hamptons display homes, which have been carefully curated […]
Interior Design and Style
Coral Homes’ most popular design features
Feb 25 2021
If you’re planning to build a new home then you must take a read of our most popular design features. We’re going to show you how these features come to life in designs from our range The Rochester The Rochester series was designed for functionality and simple living. With four bedrooms, large open-plan living spaces and more […]
Interior Design and Style
There’s never been a better time to build Can you believe that 2020 is over and 2021 is here? We can’t! Coral Homes is now officially back from our close-down period, with our displays, head office and construction teams all officially open for business. During our break, we rested and contemplated our goals for the […]
Interior Design and Style
Jul 26 2019
Introducing our newest flexible designs, the Baltimore and Rochester Series! There’s nothing quite as sweet as building your dream home, especially when there are flexible floorplans to choose from and standard options available to help keep you within budget. We are excited to introduce the Rochester and Baltimore series, that can both fit onto 10m […]
Interior Design and Style
Take a look! Bubbly couple Sam and Rose searched for their dream home on Saturday’s episode of Buy to Build. The first house the couple were shown was our exceptional Baltimore 38 on display at Arise Rochedale. The couple were visibly in awe as they entered the first lounge room at the front of the […]
Interior Design and Style
Feb 12 2021
Take a journey with us to discover all eleven display homes opened this year! 2020 was certainly an interesting year to say the least. Many things didn’t go as planned, but our display home program did! We opened eleven new and stunning display homes for you to visit in person or explore online with our virtual tours. As […]
Interior Design and Style
Top things to know before knocking down your home and building new Knocking down and building a new home is not an unsolved mystery, however there are some hints and tips you are best to know about before undertaking a knockdown and rebuild project. As specialists in this area, Coral Homes have put together some ‘must […]
Interior Design and Style
Considering a knockdown rebuild project but have some burning unanswered questions? This is the blog for you! The benefits of knocking down and building new are clear – you and your family can live in a brand-new home; designed to suit your lifestyle; in your familiar and much-loved neighbourhood. Plus, Coral Homes can provide a […]
Interior Design and Style
Dec 15 2020
We bring you the latest Christmas trends according to Google! There are so many festive activities, food choices, decorations and themes to choose from when thinking about how to celebrate Christmas in your Coral Home this year. To help you navigate through the plethora of choices, Coral Homes has discovered the top search trends on […]
Interior Design and Style
Love our Rochester 33 on display at Newport?
Dec 11 2020
Get the look The uber modern Rochester 33 home on display at Newport, Brisbane is the epidemy of a contemporary Australian double storey home. This home design on display delivers 322.18m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two powder rooms, four living spaces (including a media room and upstairs retreat) and an outdoor living […]
Interior Design and Style
Why now is the perfect time to build With an uncertain year that 2020 was, and as it draws to a close, one positive outcome for home builders was the announcement of the construction stimulus package earlier this year. With an aim to drive demand in Australia’s vital construction sector with new homes and renovations, […]
Interior Design and Style
Nov 27 2020
Fallen in love with our Lisbon 32 on display at Harmony Display Village? Then you’ll want to read this… It’s the perfect modern Hamptons home. Timber floorboards, feature walls with panelling, wainscoting and shaker cabinetry in the kitchen. Lots of stunning traditional Hamptons features throughout, yet plenty of modern touches also – kitchen cabinetry in […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the style Our new Baltimore 38 on display at Arise has been a big hit, and it’s any wonder why! It’s our first display home that has a bold yet understated elegance. This stunning home is Italian inspired and specifically designed to fit on a lot with 12.5m wide frontage, and delivers an incredible amount […]
Interior Design and Style
Love to be on trend with your kitchen? This is the blog for you.** They are stunning, sophisticated and durable. The latest colours in benchtops from Caesarstone® are so lush you will be drooling over gorgeous kitchen images for hours! Calacatta Maximus™ 5114 Encapsulating the revival of prominent Calacatta veining, Calacatta Maximus™ turns surfaces into graphic yet sophisticated and […]
Interior Design and Style
Coral Homes wins Product Review Award
Nov 23 2020
It’s official, we are Product Review’s best home builder as voted by customers! We are extremely excited and proud to share that Coral Homes (QLD & NSW) has won Product Review’s annual award for best builder for 2021. Product Review is a national independent review site where you can gain valuable insight into what it’s […]
Interior Design and Style
Fancy yourself as a Global Traveler?
Dec 21 2020
Design Theme Back in the day (pre-Covid-19), you may have been bitten by the travel bug and be quite the global traveler. Or perhaps you just like a taste of the exotic around your home and have some great globetrotting intentions for the future… Either way, this is the interior design theme exactly for you […]
Interior Design and Style
Nov 17 2020
We are proud be awarded the BEST display home under $250,000 in the whole of Queensland On Friday 6 November 2020, the Noosa 23 MKII on display at Yarrabilba took out the ‘Best in State’ in the best ‘Display Home Under $250,000’ category at the Housing Industry Association (HIA) Queensland awards. Furthermore, this is not the first […]
Interior Design and Style
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) Awards annually champions the industry’s leading builders and Coral Homes has proudly received Queensland’s most prestigious industry award – Professional Major Builder of 2020! The HIA judges recognised excellence within our business, including sound business and financial management practices. Most importantly, the award shows Coral Homes has the highest standards […]
Interior Design and Style
How to finance your house and land package
Jan 15 2018
You’re looking to buy a new home, and have decided that a house and land package best suits your needs. But where to next? Financing a house and land package is different to your average home loan for an existing property. You’ll need a different type of loan, and you’ll need to take some extra […]
Interior Design and Style
Nov 3 2020
Learn about the difference between a Hamptons Elegance and a Coastal Modern home Everyone has their own approach to achieving a certain look. When it comes to coastal related styling, we love these two options – Hamptons Elegance or Coastal Modern. We have perfected our formula for both interiors and have mapped out the must […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the look The elegant Boston 42 MKII home on display at Newport, Brisbane is the quintessential Hamptons double storey home. This home design on display delivers 417.94m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two powder rooms, four living spaces (including a media room, study and retreat) and two outdoor areas including a […]
Interior Design and Style
Come and see these stunning new double storey homes Are you on the hunt for an affordable double storey home with a unique floorplan and optimal liveability? Then look no further – because we recently opened two new display homes at Newport that are packed full of home design inspiration. On display are the Boston 42 MKII and the Rochester […]
Interior Design and Style
The HIA-Colorbond® Steel Housing 100 Report has just been released** The Housing Industry Association (HIA) recently released their annual HIA-Colorbond Steel Housing 100 report for 2019/20, which ranks the largest home builders and Residential Developers Australia wide. We are extremely proud to be Queensland’s largest builder (for detached residential homes) for the second year in a […]
Interior Design and Style
Oct 28 2020
Two properties are better than one Our case study today investigates the benefits of subdividing a block with two detached dwellings. Two is always better than one, especially when investing in property by way of a knock down rebuild project. Many people are now choosing to knock down a single home and rebuild two new homes on […]
Interior Design and Style
Have you ever wondered what’s involved in a knockdown and rebuild project? We have the key steps outlined, along with some helpful hints for you to consider along the way… Research, research, research The first step is to spend some time investigating builders, demolition companies and removal experts so that you are comfortable with who […]
Interior Design and Style
Well, it’s good news if you are a future first home buyer! It is clear with the new budget that the Government’s focus is squarely on driving an economic recovery in the wake of the pandemic. Recovering from the recession has overtaken any objectives relating to ‘budget repair’ or achieving a budget surplus. As part […]
Interior Design and Style
Home designs that fit on a block of land from only 9m wide! As blocks of land get smaller in new estates, home builders need to be more innovative in their designs for customers. Most customers today want maximum living space and low maintenance to fit with our busy lifestyles. Coral Homes has taken on […]
Interior Design and Style
We are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by our customers So, you have decided to build a new home and are trying to choose the right builder to partner with? Most people will choose their builder based on homes prices, reputation and home designs, however what also should be considered is their aftercare service. […]
Interior Design and Style
Love our Grange 27 on display at Narangba?
Oct 14 2020
Get the look The Grange 27 home on display at Ridgeview Estate, Narangba is the quintessential spacious single storey family home. This home design on display delivers 257.91m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, three living spaces (including a media room) and an extended outdoor area. Specifically designed to fit on a block with a minimum […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the look Our New Hampshire 33 at Broadbeach Waters is a modern double storey home that exudes sophistication while remaining functional and family friendly. Showcased on a 384.5m2 block, the New Hampshire 33 delivers 298.51m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, three living spaces and a generous outdoor area. This home is a […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the look Showcased on a 420m2 block with a 14m frontage, this single storey home delivers 226.94m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living spaces and an outdoor area. Specifically designed to fit on a block with a minimum frontage of 12.5m, this award-winning design series is all about providing a […]
Interior Design and Style
Why do Aussie’s love Hamptons homes?
Oct 6 2020
It’s the home design style (still) taking Australia by storm There’s every reason to love a Hamptons home With signature features like shaker cabinetry and external cladding, to the calming colour palette and open plan layout – this trendy style has it all. But what is it specifically that continues to draw Aussie’s to Hamptons […]
Interior Design and Style
Building New Versus Renovating
Oct 2 2020
Why knocking down and starting again is the best option Who says you can’t have it all? Keep the location you know and love and rebuild the rest to perfectly suit your lifestyle. This is what knocking down and building new is all about. If you are still undecided between renovating or building new, we […]
Interior Design and Style
You’ll love these new homes. We have two stunning new single storey homes now on display at Ridgeview, Narangba (North Brisbane). Competing for your attention is our innovative Grange 27 and Noosaville 24 designs. Each home boasts unique design and style features while prioritising functionality and affordability. Grange 27 This display is the latest addition to our award-winning Grange series and […]
Interior Design and Style
Sep 30 2020
Love Hamptons homes? This is your opportunity to win big! Everyone has their own approach to achieving a certain look. When it comes to coastal related styling, we love these two options – Hamptons Elegance or Coastal Modern. We have perfected our formula for both interiors and have mapped out the must have features for […]
Interior Design and Style
Sep 25 2020
The best of Coral Homes is yet to come Did you know that Coral Homes is celebrating its 30th birthday this year? And we couldn’t be prouder of both where we’ve come from and where we’re headed in the future. A business 30 years old is nothing to sneeze at. Being around for 30 years […]
Interior Design and Style
Celebrating NYE in your new Coral Home
Dec 21 2020
Some creative ways to spend new years eve at home with your family Depending on where you are in Australia, spending your NYE at home in isolation might not necessarily be your first choice, but that is exactly what you will be doing due to COVID-19 restrictions. Alternatively, spending new years at home (especially if […]
Interior Design and Style
Sep 22 2020
Best on the Gold Coast! Last Friday night the Housing Industry Association (HIA) held their annual Gold Coast and Northern Rivers Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards ceremony, and we were honoured with winning their ‘Innovation in Housing’ award. This award encourages and recognises builders who demonstrate an innovative approach to housing design and construction […]
Interior Design and Style
Providing you with additional peace of mind The thought of building your new home is both super exciting and a little intimidating. That’s why at Coral Homes we provide an additional layer of comfort throughout your entire build journey with us. Being upfront and transparent with costs Knowing you can afford your new home is […]
Interior Design and Style
Design Theme As an interior style, Decadent Sanctuary is all about understated elegance. Think of a luxury hotel that is indulgent and embraces glamour. Being contemporary is about marrying form and function. Form is one of the foundation elements of contemporary design, but all elements must be functional as well. Simple palette delivering drama and […]
Interior Design and Style
Love our Noosaville 25 at Arise?
Sep 17 2020
Get the look Showcased on a 400m2 block at Arise Estate in Rochedale, this award-winning display home delivers 235.39m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living spaces and an outdoor area. Exterior The Noosaville 25 features a Crest façade and has serious street appeal. The façade colour scheme is daring, bold and makes a statement with […]
Interior Design and Style
Sep 16 2020
Maximise the space you have Residential land sizes are continuing to decrease and as a result, people are choosing to live in double storey homes so that they don’t need to compromise on living space. Makes sense right? In fact, the median lot size in Brisbane has decreased a shocking 29.5% and 9.36% in Sydney […]
Interior Design and Style
Increase the value of your new home
Sep 10 2020
Make smart decisions to enhance your home’s future worth Building or buying a home is a big purchasing decision, one of largest you will probably ever make! So we’ve put together a list of things to consider that may help increase the resale and future value of your home. Layout Multiple living areas tend to […]
Interior Design and Style
Sep 9 2020
Make your furniture arrangement practical In design, the notion of ‘form follows function’ refers to the appearance of something relating to its intended function – without added design elements. Essentially, the design is kept simple, streamlined, and has no bells and whistles added purely for aesthetics. The concept has been adapted over time from architecture, […]
Interior Design and Style
Sep 8 2020
Seasonal styling tips It’s time to open all the doors and windows because Spring is in the air and we couldn’t be happier. as the weather starts to warm up, let’s get creative and peel back the layers. There’s loads of great Spring styling tricks, so let’s freshen up your home with our top picks. […]
Interior Design and Style
The Fingerprint-resistant finish of Laminex AbsoluteMatte It’s innovative, indulgent, practical and sophisticated. The Laminex AbsoluteMatte range is used in the stunning kitchen of our Baltimore 38 on display at Rochedale – and it delivers a level of quality like you wouldn’t believe. We caught up with Chris Knight, Innovation Development Manager at Laminex to learn more about the response to the new […]
Interior Design and Style
Bring the outdoors in with some unusual suspects Indoor plants have been shown to boost productivity, reduce stress and improve air quality. Plus, they are a great styling tool for creating a warm and welcoming home environment. However, selecting the right indoor plant can be a challenge – particularly if you don’t want to have […]
Interior Design and Style
Celebrate Father’s Day in a Coral home
Sep 2 2020
We’ve got some fantastic home gift ideas for Dad Head over to Dad’s this Sunday for a Father’s Day BBQ and some quality family time. But don’t forget your gift! If you’re struggling to think of a good gift idea, why not buy him something he’ll enjoy in his Coral home. Below are some suggestions […]
Interior Design and Style
Aug 27 2020
Minimalist living in 2020 Exaggerated consumerism is out and connecting with your surrounds has never been more on trend! Clutter can easily lead to feelings of stress, so a great remedy is to revel in a minimalist lifestyle. Start with a clean out. If you’re struggling, don’t stress! You don’t have to significantly reduce your […]
Interior Design and Style
How to style your dining table
Aug 26 2020
Your next dinner party will be the talk of the town This is not an area to overlook when styling your home. Although it may seem like there’s not much you can do with your dining table, there’s actually plenty of ornamental options once you get your creative juices flowing. Lift this space from just […]
Interior Design and Style
Choosing the right colours for your new home
Aug 21 2020
Where to start Curating your home is creative and fun! There’s window shopping, not to mention researching online looking for inspo or to find exactly the right piece. To help you on your home styling journey, we’ve put together some handy tips on choosing the right colour scheme for your new home. Checkout our display […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the look Showcased on a 643.2m2 block with a 16m frontage, this single storey home delivers 254.99m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living spaces and an outdoor area. Specifically designed to fit on a block with a minimum frontage of 12.5m, this home was chosen for the southern facing block […]
Interior Design and Style
Aug 18 2020
When’s the best time of year to start your build? Detailed planning goes a long way when you are building a new home. Timing in particular can be the most important aspect of the planning phase. Ensuring your timing is right for the building stages can have a significant impact on your budget and overall […]
Interior Design and Style
What’s the right roof for you?
Aug 13 2020
Learn all about tile and Colorbond® roofs Set the standard of your home with a stunning façade that boasts maximum street appeal. An eye capturing roof is a great place to start when planning your exterior. But when it comes to selecting the materials, there’s a lot to consider. We’ve taken the guess work out […]
Interior Design and Style
Learn more about our Capri 26 at Aura
Aug 12 2020
Get the look The Capri 26 at Aura is a coastal single storey home that is built for the Aussie lifestyle and climate. Showcased on a 402m2 block, the Capri 26 at Aura delivers 241.20m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, three living spaces and an outdoor area. Designed for 12.50m+ lots, it’s the perfect […]
Interior Design and Style
The benefits to open plan living
Aug 11 2020
Everything you need to know about a multifunctional space An open plan layout is an absolute must when it comes to modern living. A practical and multifunctional solution to sharing space with your family, an open plan layout has several benefits that we explore below. Natural light and airflow A major benefit to open plan […]
Interior Design and Style
Aug 7 2020
We’ve got what you need Growing your family usually means upgrading your living space. But what about when your kids have flown the coop? When your family living arrangements drop from five people down to two, a double storey home can become much harder to maintain. We offer a huge range of homes for anyone […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the look Showcased on a 400m2 block with a 12.5m frontage, this single storey home delivers 221.78m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living spaces and an outdoor area. The Noosa 23MKII delivers ample space and flexibility, with a minor bedroom positioned to the front of the home (which could be used as […]
Interior Design and Style
Get peace of mind knowing your home will stay strong for years to come There’s so much to consider when building a home. Selecting the right materials is just one tiny step in the process. To help, we caught up with our good friends over at Stoddart Group to learn more about why a house frame made […]
Interior Design and Style
How to choose the right home design
Jul 31 2020
A checklist to help you get it right Once you make the decision to build things start to get exciting. First you’ll need to find the perfect place to set up shop. The next step is to find the perfect home design to suit your land and your needs. There’s a lot to take into consideration […]
Interior Design and Style
Styling your outdoor living area
Jul 29 2020
We’ve got all the tips you need When it comes to outdoor living, Aussie’s couldn’t be more invested in making this area of their homes one to enjoy. With our warmer climate and native plants – there’s plenty of reasons to spend your spare time outdoors. That’s why over 90% of our home designs include […]
Interior Design and Style
Jul 28 2020
Building a home might be right for you For many property owners, the thought of upgrading seems daunting. There’s (in most cases) more debt to take on, more home to maintain and more utilities to use – which of course means bigger bills. But if you are short on space then there’s no denying that […]
Interior Design and Style
What to put on the list? Handover is fast approaching and getting the keys to your dream home is just around the corner. It’s time to start thinking about how you are going to get settled in, but where to start? Begin by planning out where your furniture is going to go. Use your home […]
Interior Design and Style
We Won! On Friday night Master Builders Queensland held their annual Brisbane Housing & Construction Awards ceremony, and we were honoured with our first win for this award season. The awards program identifies, highlights and rewards excellence throughout the housing industry. We are proud to announce that we were recognised in the Best Use of […]
Interior Design and Style
Love our Grange 25 at Everleigh?
Jul 20 2020
Get the look Showcased on a 375m2 block with a 12.5m frontage, the Grange 25 on display at Everleigh Greenbank delivers 233.42m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, three living spaces and two outdoor living areas. The home features a Crest façade and has serious street appeal. The façade colour scheme makes a statement with […]
Interior Design and Style
If it’s space you need, then we can help Before you buy your land, it’s a good idea to have a think about how much space you will need. A single storey home might seem manageable at first, however if this is a home you plan to grow into, a double storey house may be […]
Interior Design and Style
What flooring is right for your home?
Jul 16 2020
Tiles, floorboards or carpet There’s so much to consider when it comes to your home selections. From kitchen handles to pendant lighting – the list is never ending. The most visible selection you’ll make is your flooring choice(s). Spanning across the entire home, this selection will likely have the biggest impact on your design, so […]
Interior Design and Style
There’s loads to go through! Prior to commencing your new home build you’ll be introduced to your Site Supervisor. There’s a lot to learn at this initial meeting, so we’ve put together a list of the things you can expect – to help you better prepare for it. First things first, after you’ve had an […]
Interior Design and Style
How to organise your walk-in wardrobe
Jul 10 2020
Coordinate your personal items and start feeling more efficient than ever If you get low key excited about a well organised space, then this is the blog for you! We’ve put together some simple steps to ensure your walk-in wardrobe is well organised and your items are sorted sensibly and easily accessible. Start with a […]
Interior Design and Style
What’s ‘on-trend’ at Coral Homes
Jul 7 2020
Learn about our most popular displays and designs Every home build should start with an abundance of research. Examining what’s on-trend is an important part of determining what materials you’ll use, your colour scheme and the upgrades you’ll get. Display villages North Harbour Located north of Brisbane in Burpengary East, you’ll find one of our […]
Interior Design and Style
Jul 6 2020
Learn about our Service & Warranty stages If you are nearing the end of your home build, you may be wondering what comes next? One week after the home has been handed over, our Service and Warranty team will complete a ‘welcome to the post build phase’ call. The purpose of this call is to introduce you […]
Interior Design and Style
Getting you to site start stage
Jun 26 2020
When you take advantage of the HomeBuilder grant You’ll need to be quick if you are planning on using the HomeBuilder grant. To be eligible you must enter a Coral Homes’ contract between 4 June and 31 December 2020 and have your site start commence within 3 months of signing your contract. To ensure we can get […]
Interior Design and Style
Learn more about the new Regional Home Building Boost Grant! To be eligible for the HomeBuilder grant, you must enter a Coral Homes’ contract between 4 June and 31 December 2020. If you’re located in regional Queensland you’ll also qualify for the extra $5k boost towards your home build. Plus, if you’re a first homeowner and pair this […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the look Our Monash 32 at Aura is a modern double storey home that exudes sophistication while remaining functional and family friendly. Showcased on a 531m2 block, the Monash 32 on display delivers 355.69m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, three living spaces and an outdoor area. Exterior More […]
Interior Design and Style
How to style your master bedroom
Jun 17 2020
Get all the latest tips and tricks If your master bedroom is feeling a little drab, fear not! We are here to help you convert your place of sleep into a beautiful oasis you’ll never want to leave. Follow our guide to all the latest tips and tricks for master bedroom styling; Styling your bed […]
Interior Design and Style
Discover the 2020 Dulux Colour Forecast
Jun 11 2020
Join us on a colour journey It’s undisputable that over the last few decades the demand on our time and attention has never been greater. We yearn to step away from our screens and have more authentic, grounded experiences. And at the same time, we’re increasingly environmentally conscious. That’s why our good friends over at […]
Interior Design and Style
Jun 8 2020
Connecting with Coral Customers It was a slow Saturday morning when we caught up with Bree and Glenn. The adorable couple explained they finished their build with Coral Homes in 2014 and it’s clear living in their dream home for the last six years has had a profound impact on their lives. The couple have […]
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Get the ultimate Hamptons home and save
Jun 2 2020
Checkout our latest promotions – available for a limited time only If you are dreaming of a Hamptons home, then we’ve got a cost-effective solution for you. Get the ultimate Hamptons home with our latest promotions and enjoy massive savings. Our Hamptons designs have traditional elements you’d expect to find in a classic Hamptons home, […]
Interior Design and Style
Get the look Showcased on a 400m2 block with a 12.5m wide frontage, this single storey home delivers 239.37m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, three living spaces and an extended outdoor area. Designed to fit on a lot with a minimum 12.50m width, this home delivers an abundance of living space within […]
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Why are school zones important?
May 22 2020
Futureproof your home When it comes to choosing land, you may want to consider what your future looks like before you fall in love with a suburb. If you have a family or plan on starting a family, you may want to consider what school zones are in the areas you are looking. We’ve put […]
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Get the look The Santorini 27 on display at Everleigh Greenbank is designed to fit on a lot with 14m wide frontage and delivers 261.62m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, four living spaces and two outdoor living areas. Exterior The Santorini 27 has a classic bright Hamptons façade that’s elevated by the […]
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We’ve added an extra step to give you added peace of mind Recently we have made some changes to the handover process for our customers. It’s important to us to ensure that we are presenting homes that are built to the highest standard. That’s why we’ve introduced a new step in the handover process for […]
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How to make your home look good for less
May 20 2020
It’s easier than you think If you’ve maxed out the budget on your build, then furnishing your home (initially) may need to be done on a shoestring. But that doesn’t mean you can’t make your home look as tailored as one of our Display Homes. We’ve put together some simple tips to help you decorate your dream […]
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Personalise your home and save
May 19 2020
By taking on some tasks yourself An important part of your home build is making sure you get your budgeting right. Part of your budgeting plan should assess if there’s any items in your home you can do yourself that will not only personalise the home, but save you money. This will mean you can […]
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Preparing for a Knock Down Rebuild
May 4 2020
A handy guide A knock down and rebuild may seem overwhelming, but when you break it up into steps – it’s really quite simple. There are five easy stages to preparing for a knock down, then you’re ready to start building your home. We’ve outlined these steps below; Step 1 Understand the shape of your […]
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Meet Mick and learn about his story People all over Australia are choosing to do a knock down rebuild to increase their property’s value. Among the benefits of gutting a home and rebuilding it entirely is the ability to keep your current location. Expensive, time-consuming renovations and extensions are becoming less of a consideration with […]
Interior Design and Style
Apr 24 2020
A young, wholesome couple with serious style We can probably all agree that it’s a crazy time right now and finding little pockets of opportunity to escape can do us all the world of good. Enter Steph and Corey – an aspirational young couple building with Coral Homes. We caught up with the cheerful duo […]
Interior Design and Style
Jan 7 2020
They are Coral Homes couple goals. It was a warm, sunny Spring morning when we met Torie and Kevin. Their traditional Hamptons façade against the backdrop of Australian bushland was a charming combination for a first impression. To create a closer connection between the home and the surrounds, the pair opted to forgo typical Hamptons […]
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Jan 1 2020
A hard-working couple with an abundance of motivation. When you think of an established young couple in the medical field, you wouldn’t expect them to have the spare time to build a house. But Pat and Arri were determined to create their dream home, while balancing their demanding work and study commitments. We met the […]
Interior Design and Style
Dec 12 2019
Learn to save with these helpful tips Deciding you want to build a home is easy, saving up a deposit is trickier. There’s lots to consider and preparation is key. That’s why we’ve put together some helpful tips for you to follow and grow your savings quickly. Know your borrowing capacityIt’s important to get an […]
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Giaan Rooney, Olympics Gold Medallist
Jan 20 2019
“With decades of experience under their belt, we knew Coral Homes had the ability to deliver the quality of home we were after” Many people dream of building their own home, with a house designed for their lifestyle and location, and we were lucky enough to do just that over the last 12 months with […]
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Get the look Showcased on a 414m2 block at Foreshore Coomera, the Monash 32 MKII delivers 304.85m2 of living space across four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, four living spaces and an outdoor area. The key feature of the design is providing customers with four living areas, comprising a formal lounge, family room, media […]
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Learn about the benefits here Raked ceilings are typically found in the open plan living area and follow the shape of the trusses and beams in the home, rather than having a flat ceiling. Think of a cathedral ceiling, that peaks in the middle and elongates the room. Raked ceilings have been around for many […]
Interior Design and Style
Apr 28 2020
Dreaming of the Lisbon 31 on display at Springfield Rise? Then you’ll want to read this. It’s the perfect single storey Hamptons home. Dark timber floorboards, feature walls with panelling, white French doors and shaker cabinetry. Yep, she’s a beauty! The Lisbon 31 is a real showstopper and one of the most requested designs in […]
Interior Design and Style
Aug 28 2019
Which style suits you best? We keep our finger on the pulse when it comes to emerging style trends. Recently we released an affordable Hamptons collection that’s designed with key elements of a traditional Hamptons home, adapted to better suit our Australian lifestyle. Lately we’ve also been designing homes with a more relaxed coastal feel, […]
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Lisbon 31 at Springfield Rise in partnership with James Hardie Does your dream home have you imagining the Hamptons? The soft blues, greys and whites have you feeling inspired? We’ve paired up with James Hardie to create the ultimate Hamptons home, and it’s now on display at Springfield Rise. As you walk up to the […]
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The Monash 32 MKII #AffordableHamptons
Aug 16 2019
The Monash 23 MKII has been designed with families in mind, and offers four generous double bedrooms, private retreats for the whole family and a seamless indoor to outdoor living area for a surprisingly affordable price. As you swing open the wide oak door to the Monash 32 MKII, the first thing you’ll notice is the […]
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How to create a dreamy coastal bathroom
Nov 18 2019
How to create a dreamy coastal bathroom With different bathroom trends popping up everywhere in 2019, it’s little wonder that the most popular has been coastal. With so many interpretations of coastal, we’ve decided to delve deeper and help you create your dream coastal bathroom. There are three main things to consider when creating a […]
Interior Design and Style
If you’ve been looking for a single storey home that can fit your growing family, you’re in luck. The Lisbon 31 has been designed with families in mind, and provides seamless open-plan living spaces for the entire family to grow in and utilise. As you enter the Lisbon 31, the first thing you’ll notice is the […]
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The Grange 25 #AffordableHamptons
Feb 24 2019
It’s the one storey home that has everything you’d ever want and more! With four bedrooms, and open plan living and dedicated media room, the Grange 25 is the family home that has been designed to suit the whole family. With a traditional Hamptons façade on the outside, the inside of the Grange 25 takes […]
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Whether you are a first home buyer, upsizing to accommodate your growing family or downsizing to retire, building a home is one of the biggest and most exciting purchase decisions you can make in your lifetime. With over 30 years’ experience building new homes and thousands of happy homeowners to our name, Coral Homes knows […]
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Coral Homes’ most popular design features
Dec 13 2016
If you’re planning to build a new home then you must take a read of our most popular design features. We’re going to show you how these features come to life in designs from our range. A Grand Entry First impressions count, every single time. When considering your new home, talk to us about how […]
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Coral Homes has released two new architectural facade options which are available across 17 of their most popular single storey plans, expanding the choices available from Australia’s leading new home designer-builder for new homebuyers to make a modern statement with the street appeal of their home. This predominant feature of both facades is a grand raised […]
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On paper, the Ascot Series ticks all the boxes for the features you would expect in a larger family home, with its double car garage, three spacious bedrooms (with the option of a 4th bedroom), open plan living, two separate living areas and a dedicated IT hub. However, on closer inspection you’ll see that the Ascot 22 […]
