After being asked to move out of their rental property, Jakub and Anna embarked on a mission to find their long-term family home. Initially considering city apartments, they shifted their strategy toward building a house to align with their desire for capital growth and creating a space tailored to their family’s needs. Despite facing uncertainties about the building process and value, they successfully brought their vision to life by carefully refining their requirements and design. The result is a stunning, functional home that perfectly fits their lifestyle and sets the foundation for the years ahead.
Jakub and Anna’s decision to build a home stemmed from their need to relocate from their current rental property. Their initial idea was to purchase an apartment near the city for convenience. However, recognising the long-term benefits of capital growth, they decided that building a house was the better option.
The couple, both originally from Europe, faced challenges throughout the process, including:
Limited knowledge of local builders and their offerings.
Difficulty determining value and understanding construction costs.
Lack of familiarity with the building process and its sequence of steps.
Compounding these concerns was the need to balance their vision for a functional and stylish home with their budget constraints, prompting them to adjust their expectations along the way.
Original Brief
At the start of their project, Jakub and Anna envisioned a 300m² home, incorporating the following features:
House Layout:
Design Elements:
Interior Features:
Following further discussions and refinements, Jakub and Anna updated their requirements to include:
Important Features:
Upper-Level Priorities:
Enhanced Finishes:
These revisions resulted in a higher overall construction budget but ensured their home met long-term family needs while balancing style and function.
Through detailed planning and careful adjustments, Jakub and Anna built their dream home, which exceeded their expectations. Key outcomes included:
Highly Functional Layout: The home design addressed their priorities, such as direct connections between key areas (kitchen, pantry, laundry, and garage) and enhanced outdoor living spaces for family leisure.
Custom Features: Upgraded interiors like ceiling speakers, stone benchtops, and extra-large WIRs reflected their personal preferences, ensuring comfort and enjoyment.
Energy Efficiency: Solar panels and double-glazed windows aligned with their goal of a sustainable home environment.
Smooth Project Delivery: Despite initial concerns, a clear sequence and transparent communication facilitated their understanding of the construction process, alleviating stress.
Flexibility Drives Success
Adjusting initial requirements allowed Jakub and Anna to prioritise the features that mattered most within their budget.
A Custom Approach Matters
By addressing functional needs like a connected layout and bespoke details like ceiling speakers, their home became uniquely theirs.
Transparency Builds Confidence
Clear communication about costs, builders, and the building process empowered the couple to approach the project with confidence.
