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What are popular custom home design styles suited for the Australian climate? When you’re designing a custom home, style is only half the story. The other half is climate, the sun, the wind, the salt air, the long dry summers and the mild coastal winters that shape how a home actually lives day to day. […]
Not every knockdown rebuild begins with homeowners outgrowing the house they live in. For this Belmont project, the decision was made before moving in. Our clients purchased the property with a clear plan to remove the existing dwelling and build a home that better suited their family’s lifestyle and future needs. The location offered everything […]
Building a new home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make, and one of the first choices you’ll face is whether to select a predesigned floorplan or create a completely custom design. At Hamlan, we offer both options. Some clients find exactly what they’re looking for within our Aspect Range, while others work with […]
The Cumberland 242 is ideal for growing families, blending everyday functionality with the kind of considered detail that makes a house feel like home. A façade with presence This display home showcases Hamlan’s signature Prism façade, instantly recognisable by its large single gable and a timber hood that wraps around the window to create depth […]
Once a defining feature of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern architecture, the courtyard house is finding new life in modern Australian design. Its enduring appeal lies in the way it connects people, light, and landscape – qualities increasingly valued as homes adapt to smaller lots, denser suburbs, and shifting lifestyles. The courtyard concept has existed for […]
With the cost of living continuing to rise, many households are feeling the pressure. High inflation, expensive petrol and increasing energy prices are forcing people to think more carefully about everyday expenses including how much it costs to run a home. That’s where building an energy efficient home makes sense more than ever. At Hamlan […]
As CEO of Hamlan and Geelong Homes, Jacinta Begley is shaping the future of a proudly local family building business, guided by people, culture and a leadership style grounded in trust. From climbing frames as a child, to working in display homes, to leading the organisation today, Jacinta’s journey has been both unconventional and deeply […]
Across regional Victoria, a growing number of Australians are reconsidering the pace and limitations of city life. Rising interest in acreage living reflects a broader shift: families are prioritising space, connection to nature, and the freedom to create a home that responds to its surroundings.
When a standard floor plan just won’t do, a custom home allows families to create spaces that truly reflect their lifestyle and environment.
We look at three double storey houses with balconies and how each design supports the growing preference for elevated indoor–outdoor living.
At Hamlan, we understand that every home journey is different. Some clients fall in love with one of our proven standard floorplans, while others have a vision that calls for a fully custom design. Whatever path you choose, our team will be by your side from deposit to dream home, guiding you through each stage […]
Many aspiring homeowners assume that building with a builder means picking a design straight from a catalogue and having little room to adapt it. In reality, many builders offer custom-built home designs that give families the flexibility to shape a house around their lifestyle, site conditions, and future needs. Whether that means tailoring a floorplan […]
