Home Designs Melbourne

Home designs that match your lifestyle

The best home designs do more than look good in a brochure. They respond to your lifestyle, your block, your location and how you want to live in the future.

When we sit down with you, we talk about:

• Who will live in the house
• How many bedrooms and bathrooms you need
• How you like to entertain
• What kind of outdoor space you imagine

For some families, a compact single storey home is ideal. For others, a more generous layout over one or two levels suits a growing family and the way they use different rooms throughout the day. Our collection of new home designs and classic layouts gives you a range of options, so there is always an excellent starting point for your own ideas.

Every design decision, from the orientation of the main living space to the width of hallways and the position of doors, is made with real life in mind. We use smart design thinking to create homes that feel comfortable, calm and easy to live in.

Modern house designs for Australian families

Our modern house designs are created for life in Australia. We consider climate, orientation, council rules and building standards so the design of your new home works on paper and on site.

Kitchens, living areas and alfresco zones are planned so you can enjoy open plan living without losing quieter corners to unwind in. Windows and glazing are positioned to welcome natural light into key rooms while protecting your house from harsh summer sun. The result is a modern style that feels warm, welcoming and practical.

Whether you are in inner Melbourne on a smaller block with limited lot width, or on a wider piece of land in outer suburbs or regional Victoria, we tailor our designs to suit your block, location and preferred facade features.

Our collection of house designs and home design options

Ellari Homes offers a carefully curated collection of house designs and home plans to suit different blocks, budgets and stages of life. Within our range you will find:

• Single storey homes that suit wider blocks and step free living
• Storey home layouts that give you more internal space on a compact block
• New home options with different home size footprints to suit first home buyers and established families
• Facade and entry doors that give your house street appeal without being overdone

Each design is a starting point, not a rigid template. By talking through your lifestyle, budget and site, we help you find the right fit from our range, then adjust details so the design feels like it was made for you.

House plans and floor plan choices

When you start looking at house plans online, it can be hard to see which floor plan will genuinely suit your family.

At Ellari Homes, we keep the focus on how you live in the house day to day. A good floor plan supports how you move through the home, how you use different rooms and how your needs may adapt over time.

Our house plans and floorplan examples highlight:

• Clear zoning between quieter bedrooms and busier living space
• Logical bathrooms placement, so they are easy to access but do not dominate the floor
• Smart circulation from garage to kitchen for shopping, school bags and everyday life
• Storage space placed where you naturally reach for it

By walking you through example plans and real world layouts, we help you explore which floor plan feels like the best fit, making the whole design selection process simpler and less stressful.

Floor plan, home size and rooms that work for you

Choosing the right home size is about more than counting rooms. It is about how those rooms work together to support your lifestyle now and in the future.

We will talk through questions like:

• How many bedrooms you need today, and how many beds you might need later
• How many bathrooms and powder rooms keep busy mornings flowing
• Whether you prefer one larger living space, or a range of smaller living rooms
• Whether a study, kids’ zone or multi purpose room makes everyday life easier

Thinking this through helps us create a floor plan that uses space intelligently, rather than simply making the house as large as possible. The goal is a perfect home that feels generous where it matters and efficient where it can be.

Designing for different blocks and land shapes

Your block of land is one of the biggest influences on which home designs will work for you. Before we recommend any design, we review:

• Overall block size and usable space
• Lot width and setback rules
• Slope, access and orientation
• How neighbouring houses may affect light and privacy

On narrower blocks, we look for home design options that keep enough external space for light, privacy and outdoor living. On wider land, we may suggest a single storey layout with more garden space and a stronger facade presence.

We also consider practical details such as where the driveway sits, how services enter the site, and how your main doors and windows relate to neighbouring homes. This site specific thinking helps ensure the design you choose is not only beautiful on paper, but the right fit for your real location.

Smart features, fixtures and design options

Thoughtful features can make a big difference to how your new home feels and functions. We help you explore design options that add value without blowing your budget.

Some of the features our clients love include:

• Generous kitchen islands that double as homework and entertaining space
• Practical drop zones near entry doors with storage for bags, shoes and sports gear
• Laundry layouts that make washing, drying and folding more efficient
• Well placed windows that frame views and support privacy

During your selections, we guide you through fixtures, fittings and finishes that complement your chosen home designs. Whether your style leans modern, coastal or classic, we help you build a new home that will still feel current many years into the future.

Location matters: designs in Melbourne and Victoria

Ellari Homes understands expectations and planning conditions across Melbourne and regional Victoria. While the principles of good design are consistent across Australia, each area has its own practical considerations.

In metropolitan Melbourne, home designs often need to respond to changing weather, estate guidelines and established streetscapes. In outer suburbs or regional townships, larger blocks, varied site conditions and different council rules can influence which layouts and storey home solutions are most suitable.

By working with a builder who understands these local contexts, you gain access to real project example homes and plans that show how thoughtful design can adapt to your specific block, location and climate.

How the home designs process works

We know that choosing home designs can feel daunting. That is why we break the process into clear stages and keep you informed at every step.

Initial conversation
We talk about your block of land, your lifestyle, your budget and your early ideas. This helps us narrow down a range of designs that might suit.

Concept and plan selection
Together we explore our collection of home designs and tailored layouts, looking closely at house plans, floor plan options and facade treatments. From here, we select one or two favourites as a great starting point for your dream home.

Refinement and pricing
We fine tune the plan to better suit your block, home size needs and preferred features. Once the design is settled, we prepare a detailed price so you understand exactly what is included in your build.

Approvals and documentation
Our team organises engineering, energy reports and relevant approvals, ensuring your new home aligns with Australian building standards and local regulations.

Construction and handover
During the build, we keep you updated on progress and invite you to visit the site at key stages. At handover, we walk you through every room and explain how to care for your new home.

From first search to final walkthrough, our focus is on communication, quality and making sure your chosen design remains the right fit for your family’s life.