if the plan is for an existing block of land what is the direction of north and the width of the block and we also need the measurements of the rooms?

thanks Renai...do you intend to have Metricon build the house? if not, we can't use their plan or their measurements although they'll usually be happy to make alterations for you but i'll attempt to create a similar floorplan with the master suite on the west so that you can have an idea of how it would look but, as the block is 70m wide and the house would fit into a much narrower block you should consider how it could be angled to take advantage of the northern light into the rooms used most...usually the kitchen and family living areas

we can't use Metricon's plan but it should be possible to draw something that includes the things you want and then you will need a professional designer to draw up the plans which would not be cheaper than going straight to the owner of the original plan but i strongly recommend that you try and identify what you and your husband both want in a house rather than forcing him to accept your choice and i have to say that this is probably not the ideal plan for this block of land...can you post a plan of the block showing the exact direction of north??...check on Google or Six maps... so we can better understand the shape of the block and please try and explain what is it that you love about this house??

this floor plan is 275sqm and the building is 29.3m x 9.7m with the master suite on the west and fron tdoor to the north but access to a courtyard would be better at the front of the house to be close to the side boundary and avoid big western windows ....the dining room at the front for northern sunlight and the garage is slightly bigger and includes a workshop bench and storage area and the simple gable roof has a front porch and eaves all round

this is a smaller variation that's only 250 sq m and 27m x 9.5m (north still looking out the front door) and should be substantially cheaper but still has all the important aspects of the bigger home with some extras you might like...as you can see it's possible for many variations of a similar plan...ask your husband what he'd like to add so the plan suits both of you

Fantastic design awesomelouise :)

Hi Renai, oklouise is on the money with her advice......there's one thing to have a floor plan resolved to your needs appropriately isolated, but there is the equally important (I believe) aspect that the building works correctly/appropriately to your particular site/context.....there is a huge issue in this country with off the shelf plans being plonked willy nilly on (any) blocks....just because they technically "fit" doesn't mean that they are that suitable......try and think about your home in that space is not just the internal rooms....the spaces you live in are a combination/blend of both indoor and outdoor areas and this relationship and connection to site if identified/acknowledged and factored into the planning will yield a a much higher quality living experience overall for you and your property/home investment ...so perhaps keep and open mind and perhaps start with your goals and also be conscious of your block and how you can make the most out of it and it's particular qualities....the other thing is, (and trust me from years of assisting couples on this stuff ;) it about BOTH of you doing this step by step - you & hubby walking the journey together..... and my last point is that it's not about perfection, it doesn't exist....rather it's about understanding this is all about balance and compromise over various aspects, the trick is to focus on the aspects that are most important to you and be willing to compromise on the lower priorities... It's always good to have some room to move/flexibility with the process and your expectations in various areas, because this is ultimately where the biggest challenges lie with any project......all the best with it :) PD