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Wollongong's Premier Single Storey House Designs – Perfect for South Coast Retirement & Family Living
Ground-Level Living Reimagined for the Illawarra Lifestyle
Single storey living in Wollongong represents more than architectural preference it embodies intentional living
Choose a life without stairs, without limitations, and without compromise.
Francis Building Design crafts sophisticated single-level homes that embrace the South Coast’s natural advantages. Our designs harness coastal breezes for natural climate control while maximizing every square metre through intelligent site-responsive planning. We navigate complex terrain and council requirements with precision, delivering custom home solutions that work seamlessly with your land’s unique characteristics.
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Wollongong Single Storey 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.
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 study the slope, sunlight, and setbacks. Then, the sketches begin.
We connect with the landscape. We listen to your vision and brief. We respect council setbacks while shaping your space.
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 design meets NSW bushfire codes, slope engineering rules, and ventilation standards. We deliver construction-ready plans that go beyond compliance—so your home is safe, smart, and stunning.
We use solar passive design, run solar studies, and harness light, wind, and views to their fullest.
Build Better With Our Trusted Partners
We team up with skilled home builders, licensed surveyors, and expert photographers to bring your vision to life.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Single Storey Home Design
From $3,500 –$7,200 per m², depending on slope, finishes, and engineering.
Yes. We specialise in split-level and slope-adapted designs that keep costs reasonable.
Depends on site constraints and your brief, it can be limited to specific site constraints such as bushfire, flood, coastal zones or doing a basement in certain acid sulphate classifications. We can provide advice to the individual client through a section 10.7 and with the certifier.
Hamptons, beach house, and minimalist modern are all popular—and adaptable to your site.
Design takes 1–3 months, council approval 1–6 months, and construction 6–12 months. CDC process is faster, typically within 3 months.