Split-Level Home Designs
Geelong’s expert sloping block builders for split-level homes
With over 40 years of experience building on the diverse landscapes of Geelong, we specialise in split-level home designs that perfectly complement sloping blocks. As the demand for homes on sloping sites grows, Hamlan Homes remains at the forefront, offering innovative solutions that cater to the unique needs of our region.
Many believe that building on a sloping block requires a custom design builder, but Hamlan’s latest Aspect Range proves otherwise. We offer five expertly crafted split-level homes to meet this increasing demand, making quality design accessible to more people.
Choosing a sloping block of land to build your dream home comes with its own unique set of challenges. But by working with the best split-level home builders, you can enjoy an easy building experience from the design process through construction.
Building on a sloping block
Building on sloping blocks provides the opportunity to capture breathtaking views, making them an excellent choice to integrate your new home into the existing landscape.
At Hamlan, our split-level home designs maximise space and functionality. We pay careful attention to outdoor connections, ensuring they are practical for both pedestrian and vehicle access, and tailored to your specific block.
Choosing the right split-level design
A split-level home is designed to harmonise with the natural slope of your land, eliminating the need for extensive excavation. The staggered floor levels blend seamlessly with the landscape, creating distinct living areas that enhance both functionality and aesthetics.
Selecting the right split-level home design for your site’s slope is crucial in preventing issues like poor ventilation, drainage problems, and the need for large retaining walls. This results in a home that is more functional, sustainable, and cost-effective.
- For gentle slopes, partial split homes with minimal floor level changes can reduce the need for retaining walls, creating a more open and spacious feel, particularly in living areas with higher ceilings.
- Moderately sloping sites are ideal for half-split homes, which offer excellent separation between private and living areas, making them perfect for flexible family living.
- For steeper sites, full split homes are designed to maximise views and privacy by placing main living areas on upper levels, taking full advantage of the elevated position.
There are several types of split-level homes to consider, each suited to different types of sloped blocks:
- Side Split: Levels are split on the side of the house, with one side typically lower than the other.
- Back Split: The front of the house appears single-level, but the back is split into multiple levels.
- Standard Split: A traditional design where the home is divided into two or more levels, connected by stairs.
- Stacked Split: Often featuring up to five levels, providing ample space and separation for multiple living areas.
The number of stories in your split-level home will depend on whether you choose an upward or down slope house plans. Several of our designs, such as the Hopetoun 259 LS and Sheoak 294 LS, offer the appearance of a single-storey home on one side and a double-storey on the other.
We’ve also taken advantage of the multiple levels to create distinct living zones, separating bedrooms from open-plan entertaining areas for extra privacy, adding rumpus and family rooms, and situating study areas away from the main living spaces (like the Hopetoun 267 HS and Hopkins 250).
Each of our sloping block house designs can be further customised to meet your unique needs.
The benefits of split-level home designs
Maximise functionality and space
Because no single floor covers the entire footprint of the house, split-level house plans are typically divided into staggered levels – a main floor, upper floor and basement. This floor plan is a unique strength of split-level homes as their efficient use of space and the ability to create separate living zones within one home make them ideal for families with multiple needs.
Privacy
Split-level house design also gives you the option to increase privacy between different living spaces. This is perfect if you have family members who wish to have their own private rooms or spaces (older relatives or teenagers, for example).
Natural light
Hamlan always considers the maximisation of natural light in our home designs and our split-level homes are no different. We look at optimal orientations and placing windows in strategic locations across levels to take full advantage of sunlight and reduce your energy bills.
Cost
Sloped blocks often have a more reasonable price tag, but one of the considerations when building on either an uphill or downhill slope is the additional costs you will incur just from preparing the sloping site — as it may need cutting and filling. A split-level house works with the lay of the land and reduces the need to cut into a sloping land, reducing the need for large retaining walls.
Eco-friendly
Hamlan’s split-level home designs include a range of energy efficiency measures as standard – Solar ChargePack including Tesla Powerwall. Further energy efficiency options can be customised for your needs.
Choose Hamlan Homes
Hamlan Homes is the expert in split-level home designs for sloping blocks in the Geelong region. Our extensive experience with all types of sloping land means we can deliver tailored solutions that enhance the natural beauty of your site while ensuring a smooth, stress-free home-building process.
With over 40 years of experience across the Geelong region, Surf Coast, and the Great Ocean Road, we believe that the key to building your dream split-level home lies in finding an innovative builder who understands the challenges of sloping blocks and can provide lasting solutions.
At Hamlan, we ensure that every aspect of your sloping site is accounted for, from retaining wall to stormwater design. Our homes are built with energy-efficient features and are optimally oriented to maximise natural light and views.
By choosing Hamlan Homes, you’re partnering with a builder that not only understands the complexities of sloping block home designs but also has a proven track record of delivering sophisticated, functional, and sustainable homes. Whether you’re looking for downhill, uphill, or sideways designs, Hamlan Homes has the expertise to bring your vision to life.
Contact us today to explore our range of split-level home designs and see how we can turn your sloping block of land into a beautiful, functional home tailored to your family’s needs.
