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When families in South Brisbane choose to build a custom home, they want more than just a floor plan. They want a home that works with their lifestyle, adapts to their needs, and adds long-term value. At HEW Projects, we specialise in custom home builds across suburbs like Holland Park, Rochedale, Mount Gravatt, Coorparoo, and Tarragindi.
Based on our recent builds and client feedback, here are the top 10 features South Brisbane families are asking for in 2025.
Most clients now want rooms that can serve more than one purpose. For example, a study that doubles as a guest room or a media room that can be converted into a teenager’s retreat.
Case study: In a Mount Gravatt East build, we designed a quiet rear room with custom cabinetry and a fold-down bed. It’s now used as a study, playroom, and guest space in one.
Open-plan layouts remain popular, but clients now want defined zones within those open spaces. We’re seeing increased demand for split-levels, partial walls, or internal courtyards that create separation between kitchen, dining, and living areas.
This is especially useful in family homes across areas like Tarragindi and Holland Park, where larger blocks allow for creative layouts.
Entertaining is big in South Brisbane. Our clients consistently ask for butler’s pantries with appliance storage, food prep benches, and separate sinks. These spaces keep the main kitchen clean and visually uncluttered.
In a Coorparoo home, we built a hidden pantry behind the main cabinetry wall, allowing the family to hide everything from breakfast mess to dirty dishes while hosting.
Brisbane summers can be brutal, and families want homes that stay cool without relying on air conditioning all day.
We regularly incorporate:
HEW Projects Insight: Homes built with passive cooling principles in 2024 stayed cooler by up to five degrees on average.
Busy families need organisation. Mudrooms near the garage or side entrance have become a must-have for storing school bags, wet shoes, sports gear, and even pet accessories.
A recent Rochedale build included bench seating with overhead cubbies, under-seat drawers, and USB ports for charging devices — all out of sight from the main hallway.
Parents want their own space. The most common request in 2025 is a master retreat set apart from the kids’ bedrooms. This includes a walk-in robe, luxury ensuite, and sometimes even a private courtyard.
In one Carindale build, we created a parents-only wing with acoustic insulation and outdoor access, turning it into a true sanctuary.
Extra living spaces designed specifically for kids are on the rise. Whether it’s a second lounge upstairs or a games room off the main hallway, these spaces give kids independence without disrupting the rest of the home.
Most families now want smart wiring as standard. That means lights, air conditioning, and security systems that can be controlled from a phone or voice assistant.
In Holland Park West, we recently integrated the garage, intercom, and blinds into one control system — making life easier and more secure for the whole family.
In South Brisbane, outdoor spaces need to be functional year-round. Covered alfresco areas with ceiling fans, heating, outdoor kitchens, and mood lighting are now standard in almost every custom build we complete.
Project note: At a Mount Gravatt site, we created a large L-shaped outdoor room with retractable screens and timber decking that flows seamlessly from the indoor living area.
Families want their home to stand out. Facade design is one of the most discussed elements during the planning phase. Popular options include mixed cladding with timber and render, wide entryways, and bold statement lighting.
You can see examples of this design approach in our Bridgeman Downs custom home project, which would suit leafy streets in Coorparoo, Holland Park, or Camp Hill.
At HEW Projects, we help you design a home that suits your family now and in the future. If you’re planning to build in suburbs like Mount Gravatt, Holland Park, Rochedale, Tarragindi, or Coorparoo, we’re ready to help.
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