Sloping Block Home Builders Gold Coast

For almost 30 years, Unique Built have been designing and constructing award winning split level home designs throughout the Gold Coast and Southeast Queensland, on some of the most complicated sloping blocks of land.

We specialise in bespoke home designs only, which gives us far greater scope for personalisation than standard high volume project home builders. If the idea of having an exceptional new custom home built for you sounds enticing, arrange a consultation with us today.

Our resident team of architects, interior designers and contractors, streamlines the home building process, allowing you to effortlessly incorporate your own ideas into the ultimate home design.

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Benefits of a Split Level Home Design

Larger home on a smaller block

A split-level home design allows you to build a large sized home on a modest sized block of land.

Value for Money

Split level homes require less land to build on, helping to save you money on land costs.

Uniquely Yours

You have complete control of the design, layout, materials, colour palette and everything in between.

Make the most of surrounding scenery

Houses built upon inclines are afforded tremendous views of the surrounding area.

The Sloping Block Home Design Process

1) INITIAL CONSULTATION

You will meet with our managing director and design team to discuss your plans for a new custom built Gold Coast home.

We will schedule an inspection of your block and provide advice on how it may impact the overall design of your home. We will discuss your budget and identify how you can obtain the best home design at your desired price point.

2) SITE ASSESSMENT & DEVELOPMENT

A comprehensive onsite inspection is performed of your nominated block, which includes all soil testing and surveying.

Based on the outcome of the inspection and results of the soil testing, along with discussions that occurred at your first meeting, a cost estimate will be presented to you.

3) Design Phase

Our architect develops a series of floor plans and interior designs, before presenting a final concept to you. Once you have approved of this, you will be shown a list of beautiful décor choices with which to furnish your new home.

You then receive an itemised list of expenses that reflect your home design and décor options, along with a schedule with an estimate of when construction will begin and when your home will be ready to move into.

4) Approval

Here, you have the option to make final alterations to floor plans and building materials. Once happy with the changes and ready to proceed, the official contract documents are drawn up.

Once you have approved and signed the contract, building permits are sought from your local council.

5) Construction

The construction phase begins with the preparation of your sloping block. All excavations, disposal of rubbish and removal of obstructions are performed during this time.

Once the site is deemed suitable to build on, the foundation is laid. During construction, we keep in regular contact with you through phone calls and onsite meetings.

6) Completion & Handover

When construction of your split level home has been concluded, you will be invited to our head office. Here, you will be issued with a portfolio containing all official building documentation, along with keys to your spectacular new residence.

At this time, we also arrange a complimentary post-construction inspection of your home.

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Split Level Home Gallery

Why Choose Unique Built?

  • AWARD WINNING BUILDER:We’ve received multiple accolades over the years, in recognition of our innovative home designs.
  • CUSTOM DESIGNS: Every client has their own requirements and style preferences. Why move into someone else’s idea of a ‘dream home’ when you can have a custom home builder design one for you that is tailored to your exact specifications. All for a price that is similar to what you’d pay for a project home.
  • EXPERIENCE: Since our establishment in 1996, we have built numerous split level homes situated on sloping blocks and other complicated plots of land.
  • INVESTMENT POTENTIAL: As a custom home builder, we’re able to design a groundbreaking new home that offers outstanding investment potential.
  • 25 YEAR STRUCTURAL GUARANTEE: Financial stability, peerless reputation, and a storied history of building state-of-the-art homes, allows us to provide a 25 year structural guarantee with all houses built.
  • FIRST CLASS SERVICES: From the initial consultation, through to the design, construction and handover, we guarantee that your entire building experience is a rewarding one.
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Master Builders and Other Prestigious Awards

Over 30 Awards Since 1996

Unique Built Best Display Home Master Builders 2019
Unique Built Best Display Home Master Builders 2019
Unique Built Best Display Home Master Builders 2019
Unique Built Best Display Home Master Builders 2019
Unique Built Best Display Home Master Builders 2019
Unique Built Best Display Home Master Builders 2019

Maximising the Potential of Your Split Level Home

Our experience in building split level house designs on sloping blocks results in extraordinary homes that make the most of your nominated plot of land.

Our split level homes are built in such a way that:

  • Safeguards them from dangers of natural disasters such as flooding
  • Maximises natural breeze throughout the house
  • Takes advantage of surrounding views
  • Incorporates energy efficient and sustainable design features

Thoughtful design of your new Gold Coast sloping block home ensures that reduced fill, excavation and retaining walls are required, which in turn helps to minimise expenses.

Smart planning also ensures that your driveway incline is less severe. Unique Built are highly experienced in the design of homes that comply with all relevant building codes, and are able to resolve any problems that may arise.

The design of a split level home requires special expertise and we use our experience to deliver a design that lives up to your vision of the ultimate home.

sloping block home builders gold coast
sloping block home builders gold coast

Frequently Asked Questions

What are common challenges faced when building on a sloping block?

Constructing an upward or downward facing split level home on a sloping block can create drainage problems. Blocks of land with irregular topology tend to require a greater degree of planning and execution to prevent drainage issues.

Sloping terrain can also be home to rock quantities, meaning that a greater number of soil analysis reports will need to be conducted. All of this results in higher planning phase costs.

On the other hand, sloping blocks are often cheaper to purchase than other blocks of land, due to their inclined composition.

What excavation is needed when constructing a split level home on a sloping block?

Required earthwork can range from minor to extensive, based on the degree of incline and quantity of rock materials present.

To estimate the amount of work required prior to acquiring a sloping block, get in touch with us to arrange a free evaluation of your desired block.

Once the block of land has been deemed suitable, we work alongside you to draft a floor plan that maximises the functionality of your block, while ensuring a strikingly beautiful home that accommodates your lifestyle and falls within your budget.

Does it take longer to build a house on a sloped block?

Building a house on a sloping block generally does take longer, as retaining walls required to be built, need to be waterproofed.

Is a split level home more expensive to build?

We will provide you with a rough estimate of the building costs involved, soon after your initial enquiry with us. The total cost to build a home on your nominated plot of land will be determined when all engineering and drafting has been finalised.

What are the benefits of building a house on a sloping block?

Building on a sloping block typically provides some truly special views of the surrounding environment, owing to the nature of the incline. Additionally, the design of a split level home makes it ideal for providing separate living quarters along with greater privacy for all occupants.

Does a split level home require a greater amount of planning?

When contemplating a sloping block house design, a crucial step is land inspection. The assessment of the block is critical in assisting builders to identify its relative complexity, allowing us to understand how it will influence the overall design. It also offers a chance to inspect adjoining properties.

Upon completion of the land inspection, a detailed contour is needed to allow our design team to create a concept drawing. From here, you are able to communicate your ideas about your home requirements to us. Once we’ve developed an in-depth view of your ideal home design, the preliminary design phase can commence.

When the initial designs have been completed, a pricing structure is established. The initial designs will clearly pinpoint where the splits are to be located in your home design, the height of each split and the quantity of stairs that will separate each level.

Whether you’re looking to build a downward sloping block house design or an upward sloping block house design, building a split level home demands substantial planning and home building expertise.

From Vision to Reality

Our Clients Share Their Journey

"We engaged the services of Unique Built to design and construct a brand-new duplex for us. The end resut is a fabulous new property that makes the very most of our block and surrounding views. This is innovation, creativity and first class craftsmanship at its finest".

- Grace Patrick

“Jim, Jesse & Tyrone were excellent to deal with. It’s obvious that they have been in the industry for decades! Exceptional service, quality and outcomes. Highly recommended.”

- JO CREASER

"After almost 12 exciting months, I am pleased to announce that our glorious new home has now been built. Our utmost gratitude extends to Jim and everyone else responsible for seeing our dream home come into existence. We could not be happier with our wonderful new residence".

- Grace Bennerson

"We recently moved into our newly built home and Jove it. From start to finish everything was fantastic. Thank you so much to Jim and the team from Unique".

- Rhodes B.

"Exceptional building company that truly lives up to its name. Attention to detail is seamless. Very happy with the progress so far".

- Nathan Field

“Thrilled with the home Gold Coast Unique Homes have built for us. Friendly team, honest and responsive. Good advice on design, too. Recommended".

- RON CALVERT

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