Can you build a big house on a small lot?

While it is definitely possible to build a big house on a small lot, it requires a smart home builder to achieve a great design outcome.

You need to carefully plan your design and make sure you have enough space for everything.

In this article, we will discuss the best way to build a large home on a small lot and what you should consider when building your new home.

Home design tips for building a big house on a small lot

The best way to build a house on a small lot is to design it in such a way that it maximises the use of the space. This means building homes with smaller footprints, designing spaces with multiple functions, and designing homes that are more vertical than horizontal.

One of the most important things to consider when building any type of house is having enough space in your design. You want to make sure that you have enough space for all the rooms you need, as well as outdoor space and parking. When building on a small lot, it is important that you make use of every inch of space possible so that your house does not feel cramped or crowded.

One way to do this is to have an open floor plan. An open floor plan is one where a large, central area is left for people to roam freely. This central area can have different uses depending on the layout of your house and the type of furniture you choose to put in it. For example, it can be a living room, dining room or kitchen, or simply a common area. This is an excellent way to make your small lot feel larger and more connected.

When you have an open floor plan, you should also be sure that there are a variety of different types of spaces for people to choose from within the central area. For instance, if your central area has a dining room and living room, you can add in a media room to give people alternative places to retreat to.

Add walls and room dividers that create different types of spaces in your central area. This is useful in creating a variety of different sized rooms within your main living space. These types of dividers can be anything from bookcases, curtains or furniture, but they all serve the same function: creating and dividing rooms within a space.

Create an outdoor patio area. Patios are great for enjoying the outdoors, and can be built from brick, wood or landscaping materials. 

Floorplan design tips for building a big house on a small lot

When you are designing a house on a small lot, it can be challenging to find the right floorplan for your needs and lifestyle. The key is to make sure that you are not compromising on the quality of your design and your living space. Here are some tips for designing a big house on a small lot:

- Choose an open floor plan with fewer walls, so that the space feels bigger than it actually is.

- Make sure that you build up instead of out when it comes to adding more rooms or features to your home. This will help you save valuable square metres and keep your home's footprint small.

- Choose smaller appliances and furniture pieces so that they don't take up too much room in the kitchen or living spaces.

Conclusion: Can you build a big house on a small lot?

In short, the answer is YES. When you have a small lot, most likely on a subdivided block, you may think that you need to live in a cramped space and make do with a limited amount of living space. But there are plenty of ways to maximise your space and make the most of your small lot. With a bit of creativity you can maximise space and create an innovative design for your home on almost any budget.

See below for two videos that go into more detail about how we created large, light and bright living spaces in our display homes that were built on small, narrow lots in Perth.