Since Metricon was established in Melbourne in 1976, much has evolved in the world, including what our customers want most from their dream build. Let's take a look at the top ten characteristics you can expect from a modern home.
Open floor plan
No matter your budget, the first thing you'll notice in any of Metricon's contemporary home designs is the generous floor plans. With spacious living zones at the core, there's ample room for everyone to have their own space without feeling cramped.
Connected spaces
Metricon's spacious floor plans not only provide ample room but also boast a seamless flow from one space to the next, expertly designed for a logical and harmonious layout. This rhythmic flow extends to a modern emphasis on indoor-outdoor living, as key areas effortlessly extend to alfresco dining spaces, creating a perfect setting for you and your guests to gather and revel in the joys of life.
Abundance of light
Metricon's spacious floor plans, complemented by the inclusion of well positioned outdoor rooms seamlessly integrate into our designs to help ensure natural light floods key zones. Clever placement of windows is synonymous with contemporary living. Strategically positioned to allow an abundance of natural light, the orientation of these windows ensures a refreshing vitality permeates each indoor space.
High ceilings
Soaring ceilings are another key building block of a modern dream home that are offered throughout Metricon range. Tall rooms and distinctive feature voids not only alleviate any sense of confinement but also provide an opportunity for our customers to explore creative lighting options, adding a sophisticated touch to these stylish spaces.
Clean lines
The soaring appeal of our contemporary homes isn't just about ample overhead space—it's also about the meticulous approach our design team takes in seamlessly bringing every element together. Whether you prefer the precision of crisp, clean lines where sofas, beds, shelving, and more align with the contours of each wall or the embrace of generous curves that gracefully envelop open spaces, our focus is on optimising the flow to achieve the perfect harmony.
Simple colours
While we appreciate a touch of retro flair in our modern home designs, the excessive use of heavy colours prevalent in the 1970s is better left behind. By introducing pops of colour and texture through details like throws, cushions, and artwork can be enjoyable, the key to achieving a contemporary feel is by adhering to a simple, complementary colour palette consistently applied throughout the space.
Natural materials
Many modern homes amplify an open, airy feel by opting for natural finishes that bring an appeal that is both visually pleasing and textural to the touch. This can manifest in the form of stone tops in kitchens and bathrooms, providing a cool and collected aesthetic. Alternatively, warmer finishes such as a diverse array of timber detailing can accentuate key features. A simple tactic is to embrace the charm of indoor plants, adding a touch of organic beauty to the space.
Plenty of storage
We’ve all lived in cramped places with minimal storage, which can lead to unsightly spill-overs as the stuff we hoard runs out of hiding places. Thankfully that dilemma has been dealt with by Metricon’s expert design team and their contemporary home plans. Making the most of every corner necessitates supplying ample storage so that not everything has to be on show.
Smart technology
One of the biggest changes in our home designs across almost 50 years of Metricon has been the huge technological strides. These days, we can sit on the sofa and control virtually every element of our homes without getting up, from lights to locks, TV to music and the perfect temperature. This technology will continue to evolve, and we'll seamlessly integrate the latest and coolest developments into our designs.
Sustainable design
Transitioning to a key consideration for many of our valued customers, sustainable design is now one of the most crucial aspects of a contemporary home, especially for those with an eye on the future. This commitment ranges from implementing passive design, optimising layouts to leverage the local climate for window placement and roofing choices, to embracing comprehensive solutions like solar panels, batteries, and water collection. As our needs evolve, we’ll keep transforming our homes for a brighter future.
Are you ready to embark on the journey of building your new home? Reach out to our friendly team today and start the conversation! Enquire here.
