Nooks and Crannies: How to Get the Best Floor Plan in Your New Home or Renovation

Congratulations on your journey towards creating your dream home or giving your existing one a well-deserved makeover!

 Whether in Perth, Western Australia or anywhere else, one thing remains certain the right floor plan is essential to a well-designed home.

In this article, we'll explore how to make the most of your space by embracing all nooks and crannies of your home and creating the perfect floor plan for your newly built home or renovation. So, let's roll up our sleeves and dive into the world of functional and cozy living spaces!

Assess Your Lifestyle

Before you break out the plans and paint swatches, we at Distinct think assessing your lifestyle and needs is super important. Please take a look at your daily routines, family size, and how you envision using each room. Whether you're a busy city resident or a laid-back coastal person, your lifestyle should guide your new floor plan.

Your new Home or Home renovation should always consider how you move about your home, what you like to do in each space, what time of the day, etc. Your lifestyle is ever so important, and when chatting to your building designer or architect, they should also ask you these questions.

Focus on Functionality

Functionality is the name of the game when it comes to floor plans. Each space should serve a purpose and contribute to the overall harmony of your home. In Perth, Western Australia, where the sun shines bright, a well-planned layout can optimise natural light and ventilation, making your newly built or freshly extended home or renovation a haven of comfort.

The best way to focus on the functionality of a home is to imagine being in each space and walking out what you do in that space; when it comes to the functionality of your primary and most used areas like the kitchen and bathroom, I like to imagine being in the room and literally write out where every utensil, towel, piece of cutlery etc will go in that space and then start tackling the design. For example, where will your toaster go? Under the bench and pulled out when used, or will it have a permanent spot on the bench?  Where will you make your tea and coffee?

Do you need a separate nook in the kitchen or cupboard, especially for this?

Create Cozy and Functional Nooks

Everyone loves a cozy nook or cranny! These little hideaways can elevate your home's charm and provide intimate spaces for relaxation or creativity. Whether it's a reading corner bathed in soft light or a purpose-built window bench seat, or a tucked-away home office down the hall or on the side in the kitchen, embrace the nooks and crannies to infuse character and YOUR own personality into your living spaces.

At Distinct, we are always trying to find little space we can carve out into storage spots or little nooks for different uses.

Storage Solutions

A clutter-free home is a happy home! When designing your floor plan, remember smart storage solutions. Cleverly integrated built-in shelves, cabinets, and hidden storage can keep your Perth abode organised and uncluttered, giving you the freedom to enjoy your space without tripping over the kid’s junk or gym shoes.  

When designing your dream home or extending your existing home, make use of all space and add in storage where you can to maximise and ensure your home is always neat and tidy.

Adapting to the Future Needs of Your Family

Life is ever-changing, and your home should be ready to adapt like a chameleon. When considering a floor plan, it's essential to consider flexible design options that gracefully accommodate future needs. Yet still embracing today’s lifestyle.

 From the pitter-patter of tiny feet that signal a growing family to the pursuit of exciting new hobbies, a versatile floor plan in your newly built home or renovation can effortlessly keep up with life's beautiful adventures.  

So, as you embark on this journey of creating your dream living space, remember that a well-thought-out and adaptable floor plan is the key to ensuring your home remains yours for years to come and can adapt to change.

Conclusion

Remember to balance functionality and aesthetics as you embark on your journey to create the design for your newly built home or renovation. Whether in Perth, Western Australia, enjoying the coastal breeze or embracing the vibrant city life, your home should reflect your unique lifestyle and personal preferences.

By assessing your lifestyle, focusing on functionality, creating cozy nooks, implementing storage solutions, and planning for the future, you'll craft a space you can't wait to come home to. Wave goodbye to the stress of clutter and tight spaces and say hello to a well-designed floor plan that makes everyone in your home happy to be there.

At Distinct, we like our homeowners to find harmony and joy in all aspects of their living space. It's not just a renovation or a newly built home; it's an exciting chapter in your life. So, if you need help planning and designing your new space reach out to us at Distinct, and we will be happy to help.