Sydney · Hills District · Northern Beaches
Dual living, thoughtfully planned.
Summerland Homes offers dual living designs with the appeal of a duplex home. The brief considers two homes together, with attention to the privacy, access and daily routines of the people who will live in each.
Begin with the people in each home.
A shared site does not mean an identical brief. One household may need a place to work, another a quieter bedroom arrangement or easier access through the living spaces. Describe the needs of each home before deciding which parts of the design should be alike.
Make privacy part of the plan.
Entries, windows, outdoor areas and the relationship between neighbouring rooms all deserve attention. The design conversation should consider where households meet and where they need separation. These choices shape how comfortable each home feels in ordinary use.
Confirm what the site can support.
Dual living needs an assessment of the particular block and proposed design. Do not assume that a concept shown on a website establishes what can be built on your land. Bring any existing plans or advice to the consultation so the feasibility questions and the next investigations can be identified.
Give both homes a considered finish.
Use the materials page to begin a conversation about finishes, and the custom home approach to think through the living brief. The displayed concepts are a way to discuss design. The layout, inclusions, scope and pricing for your duplex are worked through for your own project.