A Split-Level New Home in Taylor: Elevated Living by a Canberra Builder

Designing a new home on a sloping block presents both challenges and opportunities—and this split-level home in Taylor is a perfect example of how the right approach can turn site constraints into standout features.

As an experienced Canberra builder, we work closely with the land to create homes that feel natural, functional, and architecturally considered. This four-bedroom home delivers exactly that.

Designed Around the Block

This split-level design allows the home to step with the natural fall of the land, reducing the need for excessive excavation while creating a more dynamic internal layout.

The result is a home that feels layered and spacious, with subtle level changes that define zones without compromising flow. It’s a practical solution that also adds architectural interest—something we always aim to achieve in our new home builds.

Taylor split-level home exterior by Entice Homes

Elevated Interiors

Inside, the home features 2.7m ceilings and 2340mm high doors throughout, enhancing the sense of space and proportion.

These inclusions may seem subtle, but they make a significant difference—creating a more open, refined interior that feels well above standard project home specifications.

The four-bedroom layout ensures flexibility for family living, with enough space to accommodate both shared and private areas comfortably.

Strong First Impressions

From the moment you arrive, the home makes an impact.

A timber deck entry creates a warm and inviting threshold, setting the tone for what’s inside. This natural material contrasts beautifully with the more robust external elements, striking a balance between softness and structure.

Feature Brickwork That Stands Out

One of the defining elements of this home is the feature brick pier, constructed using PGH Tribeca. This detail adds texture, depth, and a strong architectural focal point to the façade.

The use of Tribeca brick extends beyond just feature work, tying into the overall material palette and giving the home a cohesive, grounded feel.

Taylor entry and facade details by Entice Homes

Taylor retaining walls and feature brickwork by Entice Homes

Retaining Done Right

With any split-level build, site works are critical—and this home is no exception.

We incorporated blue stone retaining walls alongside a Tribeca brick retaining wall to the front of the property. These elements not only manage the levels effectively but also enhance the street presence of the home.

By integrating retaining into the overall design, rather than treating it as an afterthought, the end result feels intentional and visually cohesive.

A Thoughtful New Home in Taylor

This Taylor project highlights what’s possible when smart design meets practical experience.

From the split-level layout to the carefully selected materials and integrated retaining solutions, every aspect of the home has been considered to suit both the block and the lifestyle of its owners.

As a Canberra builder, delivering homes like this—where design, functionality, and site responsiveness all come together—is what we strive for with every new home we build.

Why this build works

Split-level planning, elevated proportions, material cohesion, and integrated retaining all work together to create a home that feels both practical and architecturally resolved.

More from this Taylor build

Additional project images from the completed home.

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