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UPGRADERS
Upsize Your Home To Suit Your Lifestyle
As your family grows, so do your needs. If you're looking to upgrade from your current home to something more spacious and functional, you're not alone. At AUSMAR, we understand that upsizing is about more than just square metreage; it's about creating a home that supports your family's lifestyle for years to come. This guide will help you understand what to look for when upsizing and how AUSMAR can help you find the perfect family home on the Sunshine Coast, Gympie or North Brisbane.
HOW TO GET STARTED
Outgrown your current home and looking to upgrade? Here's a simple plan to help you get started.
Determine your budget, considering potential proceeds from your current home sale and exploring mortgage options.
Identify a property (potential knock down or vacant land) that meets your family's needs, considering factors like size, location, amenities, and school districts.
WHY AUSMAR?
UNDERSTANDING YOUR NEEDS
Upsizers have valuable experience in homeownership. You know what works and what doesn't. At AUSMAR, we recognise your "discerning requirements." Key considerations include:
- Growing Family: More bedrooms, living space, and outdoor areas.
- Functional Floorplan: Open-plan living, multiple living areas, and well-placed bedrooms.
- Essential Features: Ensuites, extra bathrooms, ample storage, and a family-friendly yard.
- Strategic Location: Proximity to schools, childcare, parks, and community facilities.
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KEY FEATURES FOR YOUR UPSIZED FAMILY HOME
Based on feedback from many families, these are some of the most sought after features.
- Enough Bedrooms: Three to four bedrooms, ideally on the same floor for younger children.
- Multiple Bathrooms: At least two bathrooms, with an ensuite for added convenience.
- Open-Plan Living: A main living area visible from the kitchen for easy supervision.
- Second Living Space: A dedicated area for children to play.
- Visible Backyard: A yard within view of living areas for safety and interaction.
- Ample Storage: Built-in storage, sheds, or walk-in pantry to manage family clutter.
- Home Office: A dedicated workspace for remote work or study.
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CHOOSING THE RIGHT FLOORPLAN
AUSMAR offers a range of floorplans designed to meet the diverse needs of upsizing families.
- Single-Story Layouts: Spacious, functional, and accessible, ideal for families with young children or those seeking ease of living.
- Multi-Level Designs: Offering flexibility and space, with separate living and sleeping areas for added privacy and functionality.
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FLOORPLAN CONSIDERATIONS FOR GROWING FAMILIES
- Flexibility: Choose floorplans that allow for future expansion or modifications.
- Functionality: Ensure the layout supports your daily routines and family interactions.
- Storage Solutions: Prioritise homes with ample storage to accommodate growing belongings.
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CHOOSING THE RIGHT SUBURB
Location is crucial for upsizing families. Consider:
- Proximity to Schools and Childcare: Ensure easy access to quality education.
- Parks and Recreation: Look for suburbs with parks, playgrounds, and recreational facilities.
- Community Amenities: Access to local shops, community centres, and essential services.
- Safety and Walkability: Prioritise safe, quiet streets and walkable neighbourhoods.
- Larger Block Sizes: Seek out suburbs with larger blocks for family-sized homes and yards.
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EXPLORE ALL DESIGNS
Explore our range of home designs available for you.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Find quick answers to commonly asked questions around upgrading your home.
Open-plan living (always), seamless indoor-outdoor flow, multi-functional spaces, and elevated design features are popular for those looking to upgrade their homes.
Our design team will work closely with you to customise your home, from selecting fixtures and finishes to incorporating bespoke features that reflect your unique taste.
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TESTIMONIALS

Melanie Quieros
Upgrader
212m2
Banya
Como
“From the moment we met Ian we knew we had found our builder. The professionalism, the dedication to our hopes for our family, and the commitment to ensuring we had everything we wanted and needed was evident from the beginning. This is our third build so we have a decent history to compare to, and can truly say Ian, and AUSMAR in general have blown us away. We also just had the most incredible colours session with Bec, where I was guided and given the most amazing experience in picking all our house details. We can’t thank Ian, Bec and AUSMAR enough for what they’ve provided us so far and can’t wait for our build to start! ”

Michael Quieros
Upgrader
212m2
Banya
Como
“My wife and I are building our 4th home and it was Ian our house and land consultant from AUSMAR Homes that has made this process the best by far. Ian’s enthusiasm is second to none. From the outset his communication, follow through and professionalism has been amazing. My wife and I really appreciate Ian’s investment in designing the best home for us, he was/is always thinking of ways to deliver exactly what we wanted, even on days we weren’t scheduled to have a discussion, Ian would call us with a really well thought of idea. We can’t wait to start our build with AUSMAR homes and to have Ian, Bec (our colours consultant) and Mandy (client liaison officer) to come and see the end result as they have continued and built upon on the enthusiasm and professionalism that Ian set from the beginning.”

Sheeja Roby
Upgrader
221m2
Nambour
Ashbury
“Thank you so much Johan for your great assistance to accomplish our first major step. We highly recommend Johan from AUSMAR as he so genuine, well organised with many ideas and was happily available for all our enquires. Thank you so much being so patient until we accomplished our first step in perfect way as we like. Big big thank from us and we are waiting for our dream come true through AUSMAR”
