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Transform Your Vision: Architectural New Home Design Services
New Home Design in Sydney That Begins With Your Vision
New home design in Sydney is a journey. A blank site. A future lifestyle. A dream waiting for structure.
Francis Building Design delivers custom residential architecture that transforms that dream into a plan and that plan into reality. From floor plan development to council-ready documents, our service walks you through every stage of the new construction design process, all grounded in Sydney’s council codes and your family’s needs.
You get more than drawings. You get architecture that listens, layouts that flow, and a team that knows this city, street by street.
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Our Sydney New Home Design Services
Our layouts work with the land—split-level, slab-on-ground, or site-specific cut-and-fill solutions.
From modern Australian bungalows to Hamptons-style single storeys, we tailor facades and interiors to reflect beachside charm and city-edge practicality.
We handle Wollongong Council regulations, bushfire overlays, and coastal setback rules with professional precision.
Expect sustainable insulation, double-glazed windows, and natural ventilation integration
Open-plan floor layouts, seamless indoor-outdoor connections, and easy-access designs for families and retirees alike.
Jay Francis - Wollongong Building Designer / Director
Meet Your Single Storey Building Designer: Expert in Accessible, Beautiful Homes
I’m Jay Francis, a building designer with over 20 years of experience in Wollongong and international experience in London.
Whether you’re building, renovating, or developing, I create smart, efficient designs that maximise space, meet regulations, and help you avoid costly mistakes.
From initial sketches to detailed construction drawings, I guide you through every step, making the process clear, practical, and stress free.
If you’re looking for a functional, well-designed home that works in the real world, let’s talk.
- Bachelors of Architectural Studies from UNSW Sydney
- Diploma of Architectural Technology
- Client-First Approach
- Full Compliance Expertise
- Competitive Pricing
- Proud Sutherland Shire Local
- Dependable and Trustworthy
Why Choose Our Wollongong Single Storey Home Designs
We are based in The Sutherland Shire and service the entire South Coast region . We know sloped coastal sites, DA restrictions, and how the escarpment shadows your site at 3 pm. Francis Building Design delivers custom one-storey layouts that turn constraint into creativity.
Home design consultants in Wollongong should do more than draw. We draft, site inspect, problem-solve, and coordinate the approvals. Whether you’re downsizing to a step-free sanctuary or raising kids in a safe, open home we shape spaces that serve your life.
Signs You Need a Custom Single Storey Design in Wollongong
You’re Retiring on the South Coast
You need a low-maintenance, aging-in-place home with level access, wide halls, and future-forward planning.Your Site Has a Slope or Coastal Exposure
You need smart grading, weatherboard or brick veneer finishes, and plans that maximise views while passing compliance.You’re Building for Family Comfort
Open layouts, child-safe zones, and pet-friendly designs that flow inside and out.You Want an Affordable, Council-Approved Design
DA-ready plans in Wollongong that avoid rejections, setbacks, and redesign delays.You’re Seeking Sustainable, Modern Design
Materials that perform. Insulation that saves. Ventilation that breathes.
Why Francis Building Design for One-Level Homes in Wollongong
We design with geography in mind. Not just rooms on a page, but homes for sea winds, escarpment sun angles, and South Coast life rhythms.
Our homes are coastal-ready, slope-compatible, and always council-compliant. We design for Figtree’s inclines, Shellharbour’s salt spray, and Kiama’s setbacks.
With hundreds of new home designs in the Illawarra region crafted and approved, we’re the trusted name in local, low-set housing.
Our Process
Site Inspection + Analysis
We walk your land. We read your slope, light, and setbacks. Then we start sketching.Concept Development
Floor plans, facades, and zoning tailored for Illawarra custom home design.Design Finalisation + 3D Renderings
You’ll see it before it’s built—from modern coastal homes to sleek minimalist floor plans.DA Submission + Council Navigation
We handle everything: bushfire overlays, easements, erosion zones, and design statement documentation.Builder Coordination or Handover
Your builder, our plans. Or our team, end-to-end. Either way, you move forward with clarity.
Core Safety Message – Every plan adheres to NSW bushfire codes, slope engineering standards, and ventilation best practices. We ensure construction-ready documents meet or exceed regulatory expectations so your home is both beautiful and compliant.
Custom Home Builders We Work With: Handpicked for Excellence
Featured Single Storey House Design Projects
Frequently Asked Questions About Single Storey Home Design
From $2,200–$3,200 per m², depending on slope, finishes, and engineering.
Yes. We specialise in split-level and slope-adapted designs that keep costs reasonable.
Most likely, yes. CDC is limited in bushfire-prone or coastal zones.
Hamptons, beach house, and minimalist modern are all popular—and adaptable to your site.
3–5 months for design and approval. Build time typically ranges from 6–9 months.