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The relentless pursuit of the perfect floorplan

What looks good on paper doesn’t always translate to bricks and mortar

If you’re considering buying off-the-plan you will undoubtedly be undertaking your due diligence on a number of projects, and the most important piece of the puzzle should always be the floorplan.

We want to help educate you with the ability to critically assess floorplans, as what appears on paper doesn’t necessarily translate to a comfortable, functional and practical living space. Take your time to carefully scrutinise and question layouts, double-check measurements, ceiling heights, solar access, privacy and more – the list is extensive.

Amalgamated’s level of detail and care to ensure their homes are truly comfortable and functional is incredible and we have a number of non-negotiables in our floorplan designs that make our homes a stand-out.

When you’re handed the keys to an Amalgamated home and enter it for the first time, we want you to realise that not only have we delivered on our promise to you, but have actually far exceeded your expectations. Amaya will see your reality exceed the artist impression.

What makes a good floorplan, a great floorplan – critical details in Amalgamated homes

  • Kitchens to be spacious and functional with generous bench space and a preference for island benches wherever possible.
  • Externally ducted rangehoods and airconditioning wherever possible.
  • Master Bedrooms with dimensions of minimum 3.0m x 3.2m, but wherever possible we chase greater size.
  • Second Bedrooms targeting a minimum of 3.0m x 3.0m.
  • Ensuites need to be functional and dimensioned in sizes for real humans, and our preference is for double vanities and baths to be incorporated wherever possible.
  • The Main Bathroom’s functionality is critical and must include adequate circulation space and have door swings allowed for, and not compromised.
  • Depth of the units should be limited to allow penetration of light throughout all living areas.
  • Hallways are to be kept at a minimum to allow true value for buyers in their per metre rates.
  • Privacy of the occupant should always be preserved through implementing the design principle of first function, and then form.
  • Minimum of 1 lift to every 60 apartments and a redundancy incorporated in case of breakdown, or even just a moving day taking 1 lift offline.
  • Light to the floor foyers and halls wherever feasible.
  • High importance is placed on the solar amenity to units evaluation, with consideration of building separation and orientation.

Questions we ask ourselves when designing floorplans

  • Have I balanced the needs of the owner occupier’s aspects and liveability, and those of the community who will be looking at the building for decades?
  • Would I, or could I, picture myself living in this space and answer that honestly?
  • Could I recommend this development to my friends to purchase in?
  • How will I feel in this space?
  • Being realistic in the valuation of each unit and assessing, would the market pay the price for the “wants” on the design list?
  • Is the experience of arrival something that evokes pride or apology for my guests?

Typical problems we see when being critical of other developments plans

  • The use of scaled furniture on marketing plans which can be misleading to the liveability of the space.
  • Lack of baths in the majority of homes, and particularly placement within the main bathroom and not the master suite.
  • Living rooms with less than 3.5m widths.
  • Master Bedrooms with 2.9m to 2.7m dimensions.
  • Second Bedrooms with 2.8m to 2.6m dimensions.
  • Studies being sold as 2nd bedrooms across high portions of the homes available.
  • Unusable balcony space through either size or their connectivity to the living spaces.
  • Extensive hallways used in plans, as this shows poor design fundamentals and is a key sign of over densification of a development.
  • Lack of amenity for the density of the development.
  • Lift provisions that are nowhere near what is functional for the development. The reality then becomes long waiting times for occupants for decades to come.
  • Units looking into other units due to maximising yield.
  • Lack of articulation in the façade.
  • Maintenance issues due to poor structural design from the start.

What are some floorplan design issues that perhaps seem insignificant to others, but can actually have huge impacts on the homes

  • Buyers not understanding or properly appreciating the architectural design in off-the-plan purchases.
  • Good architecture is not what is “bolted on” to the building but rather, it’s the forms purposefully designed into the floorplate which will give lasting quality.
  • Good architecture is subtle – if you are continually pointed to individual features, the chances are it is a distraction to hide a design flaw.

Amaya 3 Bedroom Floorplan Highlights

  1. Minimal hallways for maximum natural light penetration and true value for money in per metre rates
  2. Deep balcony dimensions for more functionality
  3. Large kitchen island benches (2.7m long in Type 03 and 3m in Type 02)
  4. Spacious living rooms with 5.4m in width
  5. Generously sized bedrooms and a spacious 4m x 3m Master
  6. Free-standing baths and double-vanities in all Master suites
  7. Full-sized laundry, conveniently located at the entrance
  8. Functional internal unit storage throughout

Amaya 2 Bedroom Floorplan Highlights

  1. Minimal hallways for maximum natural light penetration and true value for money in per metre rates
  2. Deep 3m balcony for more functionality
  3. Large 3m kitchen island benches in all 2 Bed plans
  4. Spacious living rooms for everyday usability
  5. Generously sized bedrooms
  6. Free-standing baths and double-vanities in all Master suites
  7. Generous laundry at the entrance for convenience
  8. Functional internal unit storage, equivalent to a 3 bedroom

Key floorplan features in Amaya’s homes

3 Bedroom (Type 02)
  • Entertainer’s kitchen with large 3m island bench and built-in SMEG appliances, including 900mm cooktops
  • Externally ducted rangehood and airconditioning
  • Large living rooms with 5.4m width
  • Full-size laundry with ample storage
  • Large Master bedrooms 4m x 3m
  • Large walk-in-robe in Master suites
  • Double vanity and free-standing baths in Master ensuites
  • Extra storage shelving at entrance for convenience
  • Deep balconies of 5m x 2.5m for greater use of the outdoor zone
  • Corner position on floor plate delivers cross flow ventilation and dual aspect outlooks

 

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2 Bedroom (Type 04)
  • Entertainer’s kitchen with 3m large island bench and built-in SMEG appliances, including 900mm cooktops
  • Externally ducted rangehoods and airconditioning
  • Spacious and functional living room dimensions with 3.9m width
  • Generous Master bedrooms 3m x 3.3m
  • Large walk-in-robe in Master suites
  • Double vanity and free-standing baths in Master ensuites
  • Plenty of storage, equivalent to that of a 3 bed apartment
  • Deep 3m balcony for greater use of the outdoor zone
  • Corner position on floor plate delivers cross flow ventilation and dual aspect outlooks

These plans and above documentation are intended as a guide only and are for illustrative purposes. The measurements, dimensions and areas are approximate only and may not accurately represent the actual measurements, dimensions, utilities, fixtures and areas of the apartments or the spaces within them, and are subject to change without notice. These plans (including anything referred to in the plans) do not form part of the contract of sale and no warranty is provided in respect of the contents of the plans. Prospective purchasers must rely on their own enquiries and should refer to the contract of sale and its schedules for all matters to be included in the purchase price of the apartment, including any finishes, fixtures, fittings, appliances and other particulars of sale. Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate and complete information to purchasers, the developer does not warrant or represent that the information in this floorplan is free from errors or omissions or is suitable for purchasers’ intended use. Subject to any terms implied by law which cannot be excluded, the developer accepts no responsibility for any loss, damage, cost or expense (whether direct or indirect) by purchasers as a result of any error, omission or misrepresentation in information.