Large House Plans

There are a few key reasons why people choose to design a larger-sized home:

Growing Families
A bigger home gives plenty of room for growing families, with extra bedrooms, bathrooms, and living areas for children, extended family, or future additions. It ensures everyone has their own space while still having shared areas for that all-important family time.

Multi-Generational Living
Large house plans are perfect for multi-generational families, providing separate zones for privacy while keeping a sense of togetherness. Features like dual master suites, self-contained living areas, or extra kitchens make them just right for extended families.

Enhanced Comfort and Luxury
Buying a larger home means more spacious layouts, high-quality finishes, and luxury features like home theatres, big outdoor entertaining areas, or even a pool—giving you so much more room to relax and enjoy every day.

Increased Storage and Functionality
With more space, you can take advantage of better storage options like walk-in wardrobes, pantries, and built-in cupboards. Extra rooms like home offices, gyms, or media rooms also add more functionality and ‘fun’ to your home.

Long-Term Value and Investment
Large homes usually increase in value over time, especially in sought-after areas or on acreage. They offer long-term benefits for resale, rental options, or as properties to pass down to future generations.

Entertaining and Socialising
A bigger home provides plenty of space for hosting get-togethers, with features like open-plan living areas, outdoor spaces, or dedicated dining rooms that make entertaining friends and family a breeze.

While what’s considered "large" can differ by location and individual taste, here are some common features of large house plans:

Ample Square Footage: These plans generally range from 250 to over 500 square metres, depending on the number of storeys and layout.

Multiple Bedrooms and Bathrooms: They usually have 4 or more bedrooms, with en-suites or shared bathrooms for convenience.

Multiple Living Zones: Separate areas like family rooms, media rooms, formal lounges, and rumpus rooms for different activities and privacy.

Outdoor Living Areas: Built-in alfresco spaces, patios, or decks for entertaining and relaxation.

Flexible Layouts: Options for home offices, guest suites, or multi-purpose rooms to fit various family needs.

Generous Storage Solutions: Walk-in wardrobes, large pantries, and extra storage spaces. Enhanced Privacy: Separate areas for parents, children, or extended family members.

Large home designs are perfect for growing families, multi-generational households, or anyone wanting more space and comfortable living.

To build a spacious house with Eden Brae Homes, it’s best to have a land block that offers enough frontage and depth for the design. While the specific size can vary, here are some general tips:

Frontage: A wider frontage is usually needed for larger homes, starting from about 14 to 18 metres or more, depending on the design.

Depth: The block should be deep enough to fit a roomy floor plan and outdoor areas, with depths of 28 to 35 metres or more being ideal.

Block Shape: Rectangular blocks are most common and practical, but Eden Brae Homes can also create designs for corner or oddly shaped blocks to make the most of the space.

Minimum Block Size: For single-storey homes, blocks of 450 to 500 square metres are generally suitable. For double-storey designs or extra features, larger blocks of 600 square metres or more might be needed.

If you’re unsure if your block is suitable for any large house floor plans, our team can take a look so we can provide you with the right advice.

Whether you need to clear your whole block of land for building depends on a few things, like the size of your block, the design of your home, council rules, and environmental factors. Here are some points to consider:

Site-Specific Clearing: You’ll usually need to clear the area for your home, driveway, and any outdoor structures (like patios and sheds). This might also include space for construction equipment.

Keeping Natural Features: Many people prefer to keep some trees and plants for privacy, landscaping, or just to make it look nice.

Local Council Approvals: Check with your local council about clearing rules. Some may need permits for removing certain trees or plants.

Protected Vegetation: In some places, native plants or trees may be protected, and you’ll need permission to clear them.

Bushfire Risk: If your property is in a bushfire-prone area, you may need to clear plants within a certain distance of your home for safety, following Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) guidelines.

Reducing Environmental Impact: Clearing only what you need helps protect wildlife and prevent erosion. Many builders and councils support sustainable site management.

Have a chat with your local authorities and your Eden Brae builder to make sure you follow the rules and make smart choices about clearing land before building.