So, you’ve just walked through one of our stunning display homes in Perth and fallen head over heels in love with the design. You think to yourself, “Yes – it’s perfect! Well, almost.”
There might be a few things you’d change. Like opening the space between the living and dining area or expanding the kitchen. But you’re worried that you’ll have to start from scratch with a completely different plan if you don’t buy the display home as-is.
Don’t worry – you can have your dream display home and personalise it too!
Building a new home based on a display home’s design gives you the best of both worlds. You start with a layout and style that you already know you love, but you also have the freedom to make changes that suit your unique lifestyle and needs.
We sat down with Aaron Bennett, Sales Manager at Plunkett Homes, to explore the customisation options available to homebuyers captivated by a specific display home design.
Display home customisations: what’s possible?
According to Plunkett Homes Sales Manager Aaron Bennett, homebuyers have the option of making a variety of changes to a display home to suit their personality and lifestyle, as well as the size and shape of their block.
While these changes are more often than not stylistic, they can also be structural.
Structural Modifications
Structural modifications involve changing the layout or size of the home. This can include moving, adding, or removing walls to create a more open-plan living area or to accommodate additional rooms.
Some of the structural modifications you can make to a display home design when building with Plunkett Homes include:
- Moving, adding, or removing walls
- Adding additional square footage
- Changing ceiling heights
- Amending window sizes or locations
- Adding or removing doors
- Extending cabinetwork in the kitchen or bathrooms
Modifications to display homes, especially layout changes, are most popular with families looking to add functionality to their homes.
“In most cases, it is done to suit the client’s lifestyle or their family dynamics such as the age or number of their children,” Mr Bennett observes.
“For example, an additional ensuite may be added to suit a teenage child, or for a family member who may live with them or visit regularly.”
Stylistic Modifications
Stylistic changes are the most common type of modification when it comes to customising a display home.
“People who fall in love with a display home rarely change the layout – but may make changes to aesthetics such as tiles, benchtops, flooring and tapware to suit their personal style,” Mr Bennett explains.
To simplify the customisation process, Plunkett Homes offers two pre-defined specifications: Luxe and Lifestyle.
Our Luxe specification features a curated collection of premium fixtures and fittings designed to create a sophisticated and luxurious space. Meanwhile, our Lifestyle specification works to blend elements of quality and style with an affordable price.
In addition to interior finishes, homebuyers can also customise their home’s style, including the façade.
For instance, Plunkett Homes’ The Atomic display home is a stunning example of mid- century modern design. According to Mr. Bennett, while many clients love the layout of this home, they often choose to customise the finishes to better suit their individual tastes.
“The style of the display is mid-century and, although the layout of the home suits many clients, they often change its look and feel to match their individual tastes.”
Whether you prefer a classic, contemporary, or mid-century modern, our award-winning team can guide you through the process of choosing your look.
Our Display Home Customisation Process
Our customisation process takes place during the early stages of the build, ensuring that your vision is considered from the very beginning.
“Design changes are made at the initial briefing stage of the building journey and before the client has moved forward with the builder,” Mr Bennett explains.
During this stage of our building process, our experienced team will work closely with you to understand your requirements and preferences. Whether you want to make structural changes to the layout of the display home, such as adding a room or expanding the living area, or you’d like to customise the finishes to suit your personal taste, we’ll guide you through the process and help you make informed decisions.
Once the design changes have been finalised, you’ll move on to select your materials and finishes at your prestart meeting, where you’ll choose items like tapware and tiles, and finalise the colours of the internal and external components of the home.
Generally, modifications are locked in after this point, but if you have any questions or specific requirements, feel free to reach out to our team.
Make a Display Home Yours
Thinking about building? Make sure you visit one of our stunning display homes in Perth or regional WA today to take the first step in your home-building journey.
Rest assured, if you fall in love with a display home, our award-winning team will work closely with you to modify it so that it perfectly suits your needs.
