Narrow Block House Designs & Plans | Narrow Lot Home Designs

The Benefits of Building on a Narow Block with Eden Brae

As home and land prices in New South Wales continue to rise, it’s no surprise that buyers are looking at more affordable narrow lots of land. At Eden Brae Homes, we’re not afraid to take on the challenge of narrow block house designs, which is why we've worked hard to thoughtfully design a fabulous selection of spacious single and double storey family homes, suited for narrow lots. In fact, we think there’s some pretty great benefits that come from building on a narrow block, such as:

Home affordability
If you love an area but you think that buying or building a home is out of your price range, it could pay to look at narrower blocks of land. Not only will the price of the land itself be less (while still being in a highly sought after area), but the building costs will be less too. What you save on the land and building costs can go back into the home itself such as specific upgrades or design features.

Convenience in a highly desirable location
If you would love to live closer to inner Sydney or Newcastle, or perhaps the Central Coast or South Coast, a narrow block of land could be a way that you can build and live closer to those areas for the lifestyle you desire.

Innovative design without sacrificing on comfortability
You might be surprised to learn that you don’t have to compromise on all aspects of your perfect house design in order to build on a narrow lot. Gone are the days where a narrow block of land meant that your home had to be built small. Some of our most popular narrow block house plans are not only affordable, they can still provide you with 3 bedrooms or 4 bedrooms and 2 or more bathrooms, plus there’s additional multipurpose rooms or spaces that can be cleverly utilised in order to create a home office, games or media room, or a zoned area especially for guests.

Low maintenance and environmentally friendly
Narrow lot home designs also tend to have smaller landscaped or outdoor areas, so they are easier to maintain and will typically use less water compared to homes on much larger blocks.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How can I maximise space and design for a functional yet stylish home on a narrow block?

Building on a narrow block involves innovative planning and resourceful design choices. So, it’s always a great idea to work with a designer or builder who has experience with narrow block designs, because they’ll be able to show you exactly how to optimise the design for the most efficient use of space while also tailoring the design to suit your lifestyle and personal preferences. Here are some other design strategies to help you get the most out of your home when building on a narrow block:

* Build up - A second storey will give you a whole bonus floor to play with. The additional space could incorporate a couple of extra bedrooms or allow you to include luxuries like walk-in wardrobes and ensuites for each bedroom. You’d be amazed at what you can fit on a narrow block of land when you build up!

* Embrace open plan living - By eliminating a few walls you can take a dark, pokey home, and turn it into a shared family space that’s bright, airy, and feels so much more welcoming. Better still, paint the space in a light colour and it will look even more spacious.

* Utilise the outdoors - Outdoor features such as courtyards, balconies, decks, or verandahs can also give you an additional functional space that can be used for entertaining, storage, and more.

* Complete your home with clever storage solutions - In smaller homes, it always feels like there’s never enough storage space, but there’s ways around this. You could integrate floor to ceiling shelving, cabinets and drawers which will keep things like books and knick knacks organised and out of the way, while also drawing attention upwards to make ceilings appear higher and therefore more spacious. Mirrored wardrobes or light cabinetry will also give the illusion of more space. Fold away beds, desks, tables and chairs are a practical way to keep areas clear of clutter also giving you back physical space when they aren’t being used.

* Merge decoration and function together by using peg boards and wall hooks throughout your home - Whether it’s suspending some vintage pots and pans in the kitchen, or hanging up your power tools and kids bikes in the garage or carport neatly, there’s plenty of ways you can creatively display things around your home that will serve a useful purpose while also adding an element of flair.

How can I maximise space and design for a functional yet stylish home on a narrow block?

Building on a narrow block involves innovative planning and resourceful design choices. So, it’s always a great idea to work with a designer or builder who has experience with narrow block designs, because they’ll be able to show you exactly how to optimise the design for the most efficient use of space while also tailoring the design to suit your lifestyle and personal preferences. Here are some other design strategies to help you get the most out of your home when building on a narrow block:

* Build up - A second storey will give you a whole bonus floor to play with. The additional space could incorporate a couple of extra bedrooms or allow you to include luxuries like walk-in wardrobes and ensuites for each bedroom. You’d be amazed at what you can fit on a narrow block of land when you build up!

* Embrace open plan living - By eliminating a few walls you can take a dark, pokey home, and turn it into a shared family space that’s bright, airy, and feels so much more welcoming. Better still, paint the space in a light colour and it will look even more spacious.

* Utilise the outdoors - Outdoor features such as courtyards, balconies, decks, or verandahs can also give you an additional functional space that can be used for entertaining, storage, and more.

* Complete your home with clever storage solutions - In smaller homes, it always feels like there’s never enough storage space, but there’s ways around this. You could integrate floor to ceiling shelving, cabinets and drawers which will keep things like books and knick knacks organised and out of the way, while also drawing attention upwards to make ceilings appear higher and therefore more spacious. Mirrored wardrobes or light cabinetry will also give the illusion of more space. Fold away beds, desks, tables and chairs are a practical way to keep areas clear of clutter also giving you back physical space when they aren’t being used.

* Merge decoration and function together by using peg boards and wall hooks throughout your home - Whether it’s suspending some vintage pots and pans in the kitchen, or hanging up your power tools and kids bikes in the garage or carport neatly, there’s plenty of ways you can creatively display things around your home that will serve a useful purpose while also adding an element of flair.

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Does Eden Brae Homes have an accredited quality system and are your inspections really independent?

For over 24 years, Eden Brae Homes has been the builder of choice for thousands of families, first home buyers and investors, wanting exceptional house designs and floor plans. However, we genuinely understand the concerns many first time home builders may have about choosing a reputable builder to work with. To put your mind at ease, our Eden Brae construction team has the highest level of quality accreditation and this is supported with independent inspections by Tyrrells Building Advisory. Tyrrells has over 40 years experience in the industry, is ISO 9001-2015 certified, and they have also conducted over 140,000 inspections in New South Wales, so you know you’re in good hands.

Does Eden Brae Homes have an accredited quality system and are your inspections really independent?

For over 24 years, Eden Brae Homes has been the builder of choice for thousands of families, first home buyers and investors, wanting exceptional house designs and floor plans. However, we genuinely understand the concerns many first time home builders may have about choosing a reputable builder to work with. To put your mind at ease, our Eden Brae construction team has the highest level of quality accreditation and this is supported with independent inspections by Tyrrells Building Advisory. Tyrrells has over 40 years experience in the industry, is ISO 9001-2015 certified, and they have also conducted over 140,000 inspections in New South Wales, so you know you’re in good hands.

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How can Eden Brae ensure that my narrow house plans will be built in the quoted time frame?

There’s a lot at stake when it comes to building a new home, especially when it comes to time and your hard earned money. This is one of the reasons why Eden Brae limits the number of homes we build each month, ensuring we never become one of those builders who over commits and over promises, then under delivers. So you know exactly when you can move into your new home, we’ll forecast your date from when you pay your preliminary fee. Eden Brae also provides you with:

A fixed price contract on narrow block home designs - no additional charges.
12 months fixed pricing on all items in the contract - not just the package price.
Our guarantee - we’ll pay your rent if we run over time.

With our 4 star iCIRT rating - the independent construction industry tool for assessing builders, and HIA NSW Most Professional Major Builder recognition for our business practices and financial stability, it’s no wonder that Eden Brae consistently stands out as an industry leader and multi-award winning home builder.

How can Eden Brae ensure that my narrow house plans will be built in the quoted time frame?

There’s a lot at stake when it comes to building a new home, especially when it comes to time and your hard earned money. This is one of the reasons why Eden Brae limits the number of homes we build each month, ensuring we never become one of those builders who over commits and over promises, then under delivers. So you know exactly when you can move into your new home, we’ll forecast your date from when you pay your preliminary fee. Eden Brae also provides you with:

A fixed price contract on narrow block home designs - no additional charges.
12 months fixed pricing on all items in the contract - not just the package price.
Our guarantee - we’ll pay your rent if we run over time.

With our 4 star iCIRT rating - the independent construction industry tool for assessing builders, and HIA NSW Most Professional Major Builder recognition for our business practices and financial stability, it’s no wonder that Eden Brae consistently stands out as an industry leader and multi-award winning home builder.

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Do you provide regular updates on the building progress?

We certainly do. It’s simple, you can see the progress of your narrow house plans through our ‘myedenbrae’ customer portal. From your first site assessment right through to the post move-in inspection, you’ll always know what to expect. That’s why we always say at Eden Brae - you can build with confidence.

Do you provide regular updates on the building progress?

We certainly do. It’s simple, you can see the progress of your narrow house plans through our ‘myedenbrae’ customer portal. From your first site assessment right through to the post move-in inspection, you’ll always know what to expect. That’s why we always say at Eden Brae - you can build with confidence.

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