Architecture

Why are so many people searching for Hampton style house plans?

Hampton style house plans have exploded in popularity in recent years. It has always been a timeless architectural style, but changes in accessibility and income have led to more people finding it to be more affordable and thus seeking it out as a design option for their own home.

Hampton style house plans are the foundation upon which a truly beautiful home can be built. With a strong foundation (provided you pick the right designer and builder) you can expand into your own Hampton style interior with the right balance of teal, navy and off-white hues. There’s a whole world of Hampton interior design out there, and it’s perfect inside a hampton style home.

What to look for in Hampton style house plans

It might be hard to describe the ideal Hampton style house plan, but when you see it, you know it. A great Hampton style house plan will acknowledge its roots and account for them. This means recognising that many of the things that make a Hampton style home recognisable aren’t necessarily built into the frame. They include the furnishings, such as lantern-style lighting, and paintwork.

When you’re analysing the floor plans, look for open space, air flow and availability of natural light. Think of a stylish coastal home that has the doors and windows open through the warm summer months.

What are the best Hampton style house plans?

We’ve hunted through our archives to dig up some of the best Hampton style house plans to share with you and get the ideas flowing.

Fairhaven

Fairhaven is the perfect blend of luxury and comfort, exemplifying the foundational features that define the ideal Hampton style house plan. Fairhaven takes full advantage of flowing movement to create a home that just fits together perfectly, while sensibly-designed features ensure that it is a pleasure to occupy.

Fairhaven Floor Plan:

Key Features:

• Four large bedrooms
• Open plan living area
• Large emphasis on outdoor life with two areas
• Formal dining area
• Luxurious master bedroom

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Provincial

The Provincial is one of the most stunning examples of Hampton style homes we offer. Featuring a grand staircase and an outstanding kitchen suitable for all occasions, this home is a pleasure to occupy.

Provincial Floor Plan:

Key Features:

• Five sizeable bedrooms
• Large alfresco for hosting guests
• Large master suite featuring an ensuite and walk-in robe

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Manor

When it comes to homeliness, Hampton style house plans deliver in spaded. The Manor is the culmination of years of shifting home designs towards the perfect intersection of luxury and comfort. This is the ultimate family home for those who want to maximise the value of their time spent inside.

Manor Floor Plan:

Key Features:

• Great alfresco area for those early morning coffees
• Separate study for full privacy
• Double vanity in the master suite ensuite
• Large open-plan living areas

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It’s all about lasting quality

All of the Hampton style house plans we’ve listed above have one thing in common: central to their design is the concept of long-lasting quality. A home should stand the test of time, not only in appearance, but also in liveability. All McCarthy Homes are built from high quality materials and designed to be robust, as well as visually stunning, far into the future.

Want unique Hampton style house plans?

As leading Brisbane house builders, we can help you develop the perfect Hampton style house plans that will suit your budget and personal tastes. If you have an idea of what you are looking for and some features that you would like to see included in your new home, reach out to us. We’ll sit down, have a chat, find out your requirements and budget and help develop a plan that will be perfect for what you’re looking for.

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Steep slopes or undulating land raise issues with having an appropriate, level site for a straightforward build. Many slopes are relatively straightforward to deal with, but without an experienced difficult block builder you may find yourself outlaying more expense than you need to. Any ground with a gradient beyond 30 degrees is generally considered to be a steep slope. In these situations, it may be extremely cost-prohibitive to cut and fill, requiring other solutions.

Existing structures may also create roadblocks for construction. These structures can be built structures that may need to be demolished and removed. In some rare cases, these structures may have legislative protections and will need to be maintained, requiring some imaginative work to build around them. Natural structures can also present challenges, particularly if there is no simple or cost-effective way of removing them, requiring other workarounds to make the block work.

Sometimes, environmental concerns need to be accounted for when building a new home. The risk of flooding or low-lying water must be considered, particularly in flood-prone areas. Stormwater runoff too is something that needs to be assessed and addressed if need be. Contouring and drainage works may be required to adequately direct stormwater runoff away from your home. Working with the right builder can greatly reduce the costs involved in managing water runoff.

In some situations, bushfire risk must also be assessed, and fire breaks or removal of trees and scrub will be required beyond the area in which construction will occur.

Soil conditions can place some restrictions on design and construction. Some soil types, such as clay, are very challenging to build on. Other soil conditions, such as exceedingly rocky ground, can make it difficult to carry out any earthworks prior to the build.

The region in which a home is built may necessitate taking different steps to ensure a structure’s stability and longevity. Coastal areas may be more exposed to wind and storms. Flatter, more open regions may also be more susceptible to large, fast wind gusts and thus the design and robustness of the home will need to account for this. Other considerations can include increased exposure snow or hail, tropical storms, ambient temperature and a range of other factors. Working with an experienced difficult block builder gives you the benefit of exposure to years of knowledge and experience building homes in a range of different conditions and environments.

A reasonably common challenge is space and how that is distributed throughout the block. Narrow blocks, triangular blocks or other oddly-shaped blocks require some imagination when it comes to siting a home. Added to these difficulties are legislative constraints, such as the requirement of a setback from the boundary and other factors that may influence walls and the placement of related structures such as sheds and external garages.

How to build on a difficult block

The first step is perhaps the most obvious. Engage a difficult block builder, who specialises in working with unfavourable landscapes and has the experience and skilled team required to help make your block work for you. Generally, difficult block builders will follow a similar formula when assessing how to go about building on your land.

A good builder will leverage the block into an advantage. Slopes can be used to create space under a home, or to expose the home to more air, light or great views. Further, you can take advantage of the topology of the land to design a home that really stands out, with different levels, balconies, split levels and more.

Contact us for a consultation

It doesn’t hurt to gather a few opinions. We’ve built on hundreds of difficult blocks over the years and have developed a powerful arsenal of tools to help manage with any challenge that your land can present us.

Give us a call and we’ll chat about your options. Regardless of your future plans, we’re always happy to help new home owners get the best possible outcome.

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