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Guide to Building on Acreage Land in Geelong

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.

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4 Inspiring Custom Home Designs That Adapt to Lifestyle and Land

When a standard floor plan just won’t do, a custom home allows families to create spaces that truly reflect their lifestyle and environment.

Designing for the Outdoors, Even Upstairs: Double Storey Houses With Balcony

We look at three double storey houses with balconies and how each design supports the growing preference for elevated indoor–outdoor living.

The Hamlan Process Explained: Whether Standard or Custom, We’ll Guide You Every Step of the Way

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 […]

4 Custom-Built Home Designs from Surf to Country

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 […]

Another Win for Hamlan: Celebrating the Gellibrand 337

We’re excited to share more award-winning news! Our Gellibrand 337 display home in Bannockburn has just been named Best Display Home over $750,000 at the 2025 HIA Western Victoria Regional Housing Awards. This follows our recent win at the, Master Builders Victoria Regional Building Awards also for our Gellibrand 337 display home, recognising our ongoing […]

How Hamlan Clients Make the Gellibrand Floorplan Their Own

Dreaming of more space, fresh air, and room for the kids to roam? Over the past few years, more families have been swapping their city living for the country, making the most of flexible work and the freedom of acreage life. At Hamlan, we’ve seen firsthand how the right floorplan like our popular Gellibrand design […]

Why a Reverse Living Floorplan Is Perfect for Coastal Views

From the ocean cliffs of the Surf Coast to the gentle curves of the Bellarine Peninsula, Hamlan homes are shaped by our coastal heritage. Many of our designs are inspired by the natural beauty of the Great Ocean Road and the Otways places where the view isn’t just scenery, it’s part of daily life. That’s […]

Starting Fresh: How Much Does It Cost to Knock Down and Rebuild?

If you love your current location but your home no longer suits your needs, you’re not alone. More Australians are opting to stay on their land and start fresh with a knock down and rebuild. But how much does a knock down rebuild project really cost, and what are the potential costs involved? Let’s break […]

Hamlan Acreage Display Wins Master Builder Award

We’re proud to share that our Gellibrand 337 display home in Bannockburn has been awarded Best Display Home over $750,000 at the 2025 Master Builders Victoria Regional Building Awards. This recognition reflects the quality, innovation and craftsmanship poured into every Hamlan home, and it’s all thanks to the dedication of our amazing team The Vision […]

What Is a Pavilion Style House?

Some homes don’t just sit on a block, they flow with it. Clean lines, open plan living, and a strong connection to the outdoors, pavilion style homes offer a fresh take on modern living that’s grounded in simplicity and designed around lifestyle. But what exactly is a pavilion style house, and why is it so […]

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Building Sustainable Homes: How Blower Door Testing Sets Hamlan Apart

At Hamlan, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s something we build into every home. From the materials we choose to the technology we use, our focus is on creating homes that are energy-efficient, comfortable year-round, and future-ready. And when it comes to energy performance, few things are as telling or as powerful as a blower […]

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