InShort: Quick Highlights
- Choosing a home design lets you tailor your space to fit your lifestyle and long-term goals.
- Consider your current life stage, future, and family size before browsing Australian home designs.
- Set a clear budget early including land, site works, and home design and price upgrades.
- Match bedroom, bathroom, and living space needs with your daily routine and future guests.
- Talk to an expert at a display home to clarify your must-haves and get professional insights.
Choosing the right home design is one of the most exciting, and crucial steps in your home-building journey. At Coral Homes, we make this easier by offering hundreds of flexible floorplans, all suited to different budgets, lifestyles, and long-term living needs. Here’s how to get started.
Step 1: Understand Your Life Stage and Family Needs
Your lifestyle stage plays a major role in selecting the right layout. A single storey home may suit young families, while a double storey is often ideal for larger or older families needing separation and space.
- Thinking long-term? Consider whether this is a forever home or a steppingstone property.
- Young families often prefer open plan living, while growing families may need zoned living areas.
- Coral Homes Australian home designs offer tailored solutions, from the versatile Milan series to the expansive Rochester and Baltimore series.
- To visualise how these designs work in real life, visit one of our display homes across QLD and NSW.
Step 2: Establish a Realistic Budget
Understanding your borrowing power and preferred home design and price range early can save a lot of time.
- Remember to factor in land cost, site preparation, and façade or inclusion upgrades.
- Use online borrowing calculators or speak with a broker before placing a deposit.
- Keep in mind that double storey homes typically involve higher build costs but offer more space.
- Want a clearer picture? Explore pricing options across various designs via our home pricing hub to help you stay on track.
Step 3: Define Bedroom, Bathroom & Living Requirements
Once you’ve narrowed your budget and storey preference, it’s time to think practically:
- How many bedrooms and bathrooms does your household need today, and tomorrow?
- Consider work-from-home needs, a separate study or extra lounge may be essential.
- We offer homes from 3 to 6 bedrooms, including designs with second master suites and integrated outdoor rooms. Discover suitable home designs by filtering for your family size and lifestyle needs.
Step 4: Dive Into Design Details with an Expert
At this stage, the finer details matter. Visiting a New Home Consultant can make all the difference. A good consultant will help you decide between design features such as:
- Master suite location, front or rear of the home?
- Kitchen layout, do you need a butler’s pantry for entertaining?
- Living flow, does an open plan or zoned layout suit you best?
- To get a sense of what’s possible, view our design collections to compare real-life layouts and finishes.
Step 5: Make the Most of Display Homes
Display homes give you a tangible feel of what your future home could be like. They help you visualise spaces, understand scale, and refine your preferences.
- Notice ceiling heights, natural light, hallway widths, and storage.
- Test the functionality, imagine cooking, relaxing, and hosting in each layout.
- Consultants at Coral display homes can answer design questions in real time.
The Baltimore Series, for instance, on display in Arise Estate (Brisbane) showcases luxury upgrades and a clever ground-floor guest suite, ideal for families who entertain, or host extended family.
Key Takeaway
- Home design selection starts with self-awareness, know your life stage, family needs, and long-term goals.
- Budget for the full journey, including land, upgrades, and any changes to inclusions or facade style.
- Coral Homes Australian home designs cater to every family type, from compact to multi-generational.
- Think ahead: space for guests, work, and lifestyle preferences will affect your floorplan.
- Explore our home design range and talk to a consultant to bring your vision to life.
