Designing the dream home for a family of five needs a floor plan with the perfect balance of flexibility, functionality, communal space, and peaceful retreats.
At Icon Homes, our pragmatic floorplans are designed with family living in mind, with beautiful designs providing the perfect backdrop for creating special family memories. To help you find the perfect design for your dream home, look no further than our best floorplans for a family of five.
What To Look For In A Floorplan For A Family Of Five
Include at least 2-3 living spaces
To accommodate all family members, we suggest choosing a floor plan with at least two to three living spaces, such as living rooms, games rooms, or rumpus rooms. Include a foldout couch in one of them to give you a spare room if needed, or install a large projector for an instant media room for family movie nights.
Choose a floor plan with 4-5 bedrooms.
For a family of five, it’s best to set aside an extra bedroom for each family member. Younger children might prefer sharing with their siblings, so the extra bedroom could be transformed to make the perfect study or additional guest room.
Make use of a multifunctional study
With working from home now a staple of professional life, a private study is a must-have in a large family home. Ideally located away from the hustle and bustle of the hub of the home, a study can also function as a playroom or guest suite as needed.
Incorporate open-plan living in your design
Look for a floorplan that creates a seamless flow between the main living areas of the house, for example, a combined kitchen, dining and living space. This gives family members the ability to roam easily around the house and creates space for everyone to be together for the ins and outs of daily life, like cooking, eating, watching tv and doing homework.
Create space for a parents’ retreat
At the end of a long day, parents will need a dedicated space to relax and recharge before tackling the next day. Look for a floorplan with space for a private oasis for parents away from the rest of the house, ideally including a private ensuite and buckets of natural light for the ultimate Master Suite.
Space to enjoy the great outdoors
There is no better place for a family to enjoy the stunning weather than in your own backyard. Make the most of the outdoors by enjoying dinners in an alfresco dining area or by soaking up views on a relaxing, generous balcony.
Our pick of the best floorplans for a family of five
The stunning facade is just the beginning of this family home. A sprawling open-plan kitchen and living area open directly onto a stunning patio, perfect for entertaining or for kicking back with the family on a warm summer evening.
With four family bedrooms tucked away upstairs, each family member has a quiet and peaceful retreat away from the busy hub of the home, while the Master Suite with walk-in robes and an ensuite gives parents the ultimate in-home comfort.
The Iluka 46
Introducing The Iluka 46, our newest creation and a testament to the creativity and intricacies of great design.
Behind the curved masonry of the ground floor lies the perfect family room and entertainers kitchen, while a show-stopping and sun-drenched Master Suite gives parents a much-needed retreat.
If you like the Iluka facade but are looking for an even larger floor plan come and visit our latest North Turramurra display home where we have an Iluka 50 on show.
The Lennox 46 MKI
Make every day feel like a family holiday with the Palm Springs-inspired Lennox 46 MKI. Oasis living is brought to life with an open-plan family living and dining area that opens to a generous alfresco dining space. With a second sitting area upstairs, every family member will have space to relax and enjoy the stunning views.
The Raglan 42 MKII
Make your floor plan work hard for your family with this perfect union of form and function. A home for families to live, work and play, The Raglan 42 MKII incorporates a functional “engine room” with a sprawling laundry, mud room and butler’s pantry . Two showstopping voids above the entry ensure this family home is drenched in natural light. A private study on the first floor is the ideal home office, while an alfresco dining area allows for the best indoor-outdoor living.
The Tampa 40
For a big impact on a smaller budget, the Tampa 40 provides the perfect solution for growing families. This functional design doesn’t compromise on quality or style, providing three spacious living areas and five generous bedrooms, perfect for families needing that extra space. Soak in the view on the first-floor balcony, or retreat to the upstairs sitting room for some time out.
The Tampa 46
Building even further on the pragmatic design of the Tampa 40, the Tampa 46 combines a pragmatic floorplan with the best of family living. With five large bedrooms and four comfortable living spaces (including a rumpus room and a media room), there’s ample room for all family members. The cleverly designed bedrooms even include built-in nooks, perfect for creating a quiet place for study or work.
Feeling inspired? Contact our friendly team today to start designing your dream family home.
