There’s something very exciting about designing a home the way you like it. When engaging a custom builder, you are choosing to work with a blank canvas that takes into consideration your choice of unique fixtures, fittings, design preferences and functional architectural elements.
At Efficiency Building Group, we’ve come up with the latest modern build trends that are rising in popularity and how you can implement these ideas into your own home design space in 2022 and 2023.
Going Green & Sustainable Living Choices
As an accredited Green Living Builder, we are seeing a vast increase in the development of sustainable builds across Melbourne. Many of these modern day homes are designed to blend harmoniously with the environment - with organic and raw materials used throughout different aspects of the home. From solar panel installations, septic tank systems, rainwater tanks to rustic hardwood timber flooring inclusions, living a greener lifestyle has never been easier to implement.
However, the desired level of Green Living is your choice. We have the expertise to implement subtle features that will significantly reduce the impact your home has on the environment – while simultaneously adding significant value to your property.
Home Office, Granny Flat or Tiny Home Build
With more of us working from home these days, it makes sense to have a designated office space in the comfort of your own home. Even tiny homes, pods and granny flat builds have taken off and are successfully being utilised as functional work areas.
As a result of the pandemic, we believe this trend that won’t be going away in a hurry. Whether you opt for a simple or more elaborate office design, you can create the ultimate work area that delivers on functionality and architectural aesthetics – without having to leave the house.
Desire For Light Filled Spaces
The more natural light you can create in your home, the better. It’s the one feature that never goes out of style and is a key design element that most people look for when building or buying a home.
Think floor to ceiling windows, skylights, French doors, glass walls and even high ceilings – all capable of providing a beautiful flow of light that enhances the home aesthetics. When you consider how much time is spent indoors, light filled spaces are definitely a top trend in our books for 2023 and beyond.
Multi-use Areas Within The Home
A home is more than just a home. It’s a place of rest and relaxation, recreational fun and entertainment – all of which you can achieve with a quality custom build. Some of these growing trends include multi-functional spaces such as a theatre room, yoga and Pilate’s studio, gym area, home office, as well as a sauna and spa room.
As builders, we can deliver a range of custom concepts to suit the design requirements of your home. We can help maximise your existing space while creating multi-functional areas that adapt to your lifestyle - with professional design finishes that blend in beautifully throughout the home. The list is endless and is as long as your imagination.
Stone, Marble & Patterned Timbers
Heavy stone, marble and patterned timber flooring is making a huge comeback in modern housing builds. From bold marble benchtops to exterior stonewalls, many homeowners are choosing these modern designs to complement their homes.
We are also seeing an increased interest in hardwood flooring, mostly with an old style, rustic feel to it – with two toned designs being right on trend for the year 2023.
In closing:
There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to following modern building trends. Go with what is right for you but always remember, your dream home should be built with not only functionality in mind but also as a place that blends seamlessly with your lifestyle needs.
At Efficiency Building Group, we have over 20 years building experience building high quality sustainable homes to suit your property requirements.
Contact us on 0432 533 335 for a no-obligation free quote on your next building or renovation project.