Double Storey House Designs & Plans | 2 Storey House Design

Why Choose a 2 Storey House Design

No matter the size of your block of land, by building up and adding a second floor you’re increasing the square footage of your home, giving you plenty of space and options for how to use the space. Double storey house plans allow you to maximise space without taking it away from other valuable areas in the home.

There are also plenty of other benefits that come with a two storey house:

Creates ‘zone living’
Zone living is a popular design concept for many new home builders. Regarding the layout of the home, zone living in a two storey home organises living spaces based on their function, ensuring that different areas are designed specifically for activities, like sleeping, entertaining, or working. This often means allocating bedrooms and private spaces to one level (typically the upper floor), separating these from communal areas on the ground floor such as the kitchen, living, and dining spaces. This clear separation provides easier access to the communal areas where your family and friends are free to gather for daily activities and entertaining, while also creating a more peaceful experience in the spaces needed for rest, relaxation, or concentration. Not only does zone living make sense in terms of livability and functionality, zones contribute to better heating and cooling for a more cost-effective home.

Offers peace and privacy
In a double storey home the levels generally separate the living and dining open spaces from the bedrooms, creating a private and quiet retreat.

Enjoy better views
Nothing beats a gorgeous view, and with two storeys your family could enjoy more panoramic views from their windows or balconies.

Increased flexibility
When you want flexibility, the possibilities are nearly endless with a double storey house design. You could:

Devise an extended kitchen that fits all the mod-cons you could ever want
Create more functional storage spaces
Design an open-plan living room space
Include a study or home office
Plan a toy room for the little ones or a rumpus room for the big kids to hangout in
Set up a media room with surround sound for an at-home cinema experience.

Multi-generation living
With a double storey layout, you can create a home that will fit your family across generations. For example, a ground floor bedroom and ensuite can provide the ideal space for elderly relatives who aren’t mobile enough to take the stairs, or a separate bedroom with study upstairs can become the perfect quest quarters when family members come to visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I modify your standard 2 storey plans?

With many of our 2 storey house designs and floor plans, you already have a range of series plans to choose from including options that you can modify, such as adding an alfresco area, ensuites, or creating a guest suite. Eden Brae 2 storey plans come with a great range of inclusions and different facades to choose from, although, if you have some other alterations you would like to make it is best to discuss this with a member of our dedicated building and design team first.

Can I modify your standard 2 storey plans?

With many of our 2 storey house designs and floor plans, you already have a range of series plans to choose from including options that you can modify, such as adding an alfresco area, ensuites, or creating a guest suite. Eden Brae 2 storey plans come with a great range of inclusions and different facades to choose from, although, if you have some other alterations you would like to make it is best to discuss this with a member of our dedicated building and design team first.

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How long will a 2 storey house design take to build?

Constructing a 2 storey house shouldn’t be difficult, however, there are a range of factors that can guide or affect exactly how long the build will be. Basic 2 storey homes usually take about 8 to 12 months to build, more complex designs can take longer. If you would like to be in your new 2 storey home sooner, Eden Brae has a range of exceptional plans designed to suit certain sized blocks. We also offer our EBXpress series of homes that will get you into your new home sooner (conditions apply).

How long will a 2 storey house design take to build?

Constructing a 2 storey house shouldn’t be difficult, however, there are a range of factors that can guide or affect exactly how long the build will be. Basic 2 storey homes usually take about 8 to 12 months to build, more complex designs can take longer. If you would like to be in your new 2 storey home sooner, Eden Brae has a range of exceptional plans designed to suit certain sized blocks. We also offer our EBXpress series of homes that will get you into your new home sooner (conditions apply).

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Is there a minimum size of land I can build a 2 storey house on?

Achieving the design you’ve always wanted to suit to a particular block of land can be tricky, generally you need to consider important aspects such as the size of the lot and the dimensions. One of the great aspects of a 2 storey home is that it can work very well on smaller lots of land, and Eden Brae has plenty of contemporary designs that are ideal for a narrow block. If you’d like more insights around siting (the positioning of your home) on smaller or narrower blocks of land, simply visit an Eden Brae display home, and our consultants will be able to assist you with choosing the ideal floor plan based on the land and what you’re looking for in your new home design.

Is there a minimum size of land I can build a 2 storey house on?

Achieving the design you’ve always wanted to suit to a particular block of land can be tricky, generally you need to consider important aspects such as the size of the lot and the dimensions. One of the great aspects of a 2 storey home is that it can work very well on smaller lots of land, and Eden Brae has plenty of contemporary designs that are ideal for a narrow block. If you’d like more insights around siting (the positioning of your home) on smaller or narrower blocks of land, simply visit an Eden Brae display home, and our consultants will be able to assist you with choosing the ideal floor plan based on the land and what you’re looking for in your new home design.

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