At Swanbuild Homes we know that not only should you design your home to suit your tastes, but you should also design with the location of your property in mind. Here are some ideas to consider when customising your home to suit your rural lifestyle:
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Flipping the floorplan: it would be a shame to miss out on views and sunlight in living areas because the floorplan faces the wrong direction. Luckily, we can easily flip the floorplan to suit your landscape.
Adding a carport or garage with a workshop: If you have a large property with substantial land or plenty of animals, you may have extra vehicles such as a ride on mower, tractor or quad bike that you need to house. With extensive property also comes a need for more tools and equipment for the garden, yard and caring for pets or livestock. Customise your home with an attached carport and workshop to accommodate these needs.
Add a wrap around verandah: Nothing says ranch or farm home like a verandah around the entire house. Enjoy 360 degree views of your property or allow for dining or outdoor entertaining from any aspect.
Add a mud room: Country lifestyle means good, clean air and good, clean dirt. That doesn’t mean the dirt needs to come inside though! Add a mud room to your home so that boots and jackets can be dropped in a separate space, along with any mess and smells that come with them.
Alter the kitchen layout: A country kitchen may require more room for home grown and raised produce to be prepared and stored. Add a walk in or butler’s pantry, extra large sinks or storage space to keep the main kitchen clear of unwanted clutter.
Guest quarters: If you are out in the sticks and far from friends and family, you may also like to add an extra bedroom and bathroom for when guests visit. Save the hassle of shuffling the family around, and have your guest quarters ready to go at a moment’s notice.
Bushfire Attack Level requirements: Fire dangers in rural areas are only increasing so it is vital to meet BAL requirements to ensure the safety of your property, home and family. Luckily, Swanbuild can assist you with this when you design your home.
Are you thinking of building in a rural area? Contact Swanbuild Homes today to get started on designing your customised home.