Home designs by block type

Understanding how your block affects home design

Your block's shape and orientation will influence everything from your home's layout to its liveability. We'll work with your land’s dimensions, whether that means building up or zoning spaces smartly.

Width

The width of your block determines the kind of floorplan you can achieve. Narrow blocks may allow open-plan living, while wide blocks allow for sprawling frontage, generous rooms, and creative zoning.

Depth 

  Deeper blocks provide more space to extend your home backwards, ideal for larger families or outdoor living zones. Shallower blocks may require smarter vertical design.

Setback 

Setback rules define how close your home can be to your front, side and rear boundaries. This affects facade design, landscaping potential and garage placement.

Tips for choosing the right home design for your block

Your land is the foundation for your future home, so understanding its potential is key. These expert tips will help you choose the right design based on size, orientation and council requirements.

Assess your block dimensions

Understanding your block dimensions, such as width, depth and setback helps identify the right block type house plans.

• Measure your block’s exact frontage and length
• Check local regulations for required setbacks

Consider slope and shape

Not all blocks are flat, and that’s okay. There are creative design solutions for sloping or irregular sites.

• Discuss your options with us 
• Ensure site works are factored into the build

Maximise natural light

The orientation of your block influences how sunlight enters your home, crucial for comfort and energy efficiency.

• Position living zones to face north when possible
• Use windows and open-plan layouts to your advantage

Plan for access and parking

Garage placement can affect privacy, street appeal and function.

• Choose designs with easy garage access
• Balance practicality with façade impact

Home design guides and insights

Curious about how block size influences design? These expert articles explore everything from creating spacious layouts on narrow or irregular blocks, to optimising modern designs.

Can I build on a sloping block?

Yes, Carlisle Homes offers tailored solutions for sloping blocks. Building on a slope can actually provide unique opportunities to enhance views, natural light, and zoning between levels. Our team will assess your block and recommend the best approach to suit your frontage, lifestyle, council regulations and budget.

What’s the best home design for a narrow block?

Narrow block designs are all about clever use of space. We offer a range of floorplans with open-plan living, vertical layouts, and integrated storage that make tight blocks feel spacious. Designs often incorporate multi-use rooms and double garages to enhance functionality without compromising on style or comfort.

Do I need a custom design for an irregular-shaped lot?

Not always. Many of our existing block home designs are flexible enough to suit unusual block shapes. However, if your block has significant constraints, our design team can tailor a floorplan to fit your needs while ensuring compliance with setback, orientation and access requirements.

How does setback affect my floorplan?

Setbacks determine how close your home can be to the front, rear and side boundaries of your block. This can impact the positioning of your garage, entryway, and outdoor zones. Our house plans by block type are designed with these restrictions in mind, ensuring your home maximises every square metre while complying with local council requirements.

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