This is an exciting style of home that is popular for people wanting a home away from home whilst staying local or alternatively one to retreat to. These styles of homes are free flowing with open plan living areas and large windows that allow you to make the most of any view.

Different design styles of coast homes have good-sized balcony’s verandahs, with deep eaves and overhangs permitting you to enjoy our glorious outdoor weather. With accents of whitewashed interiors and rustic timbers on walls and floors, together make them ideally suited to Australian conditions.

Some of the exterior details like claddings from traditional handiboards to sandstone vary depending on style and/or finish of the home. Although a distinctive and beautiful home there are some things you may want to consider when building this style.

• Exterior long-term maintenance to the home due to weather conditions (our harsh summers and heat)
• Wind, sand and salt can all play havoc to homeowners who don’t keep up with maintenance.
• Also selecting the right products that can assist in the longevity of the home (e.g: double-glazing for windows)

At New Home Building Brokers we have leading independent designers to help you create your new coastal style home.

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