The New Gold Coast Look: Modern Coastal Living Redefined

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Once synonymous with beaches and theme parks, the past decade has seen the Gold Coast transform into a sophisticated coastal city complete with luxurious developments, world-class facilities, and a thriving food scene rivalling much larger cities.

It’s an evolution reflected in our region’s residential architecture, which is increasingly characterised by modern, airy designs seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living with a key focus on sustainability.

These contemporary coastal homes often feature striking design elements such as curved lines, dramatic voids, and open-plan living areas maximising natural light and creating a sense of spaciousness.

Plantation Homes, a leader in Queensland’s home-building industry for almost 30 years, is at the forefront of this movement, showcasing their vision with four stunning display homes across two Gold Coast locations.

With its expansive green spaces and community-focused lifestyle, the new master-planned SkyRidge community in Worongary is the perfect backdrop for two of the Queensland builder’s most popular – and versatile – designs, the Willow 249-S27 and the Brighton 347-D37.

“The sought-after southeast Queensland lifestyle demands homes built with comfort and relaxed living in mind,” says Plantation Homes’ General Manager Alex Raleigh.

The single-storey Willow 249-S27 offers a seamless blend of style and practicality, with an emphasis on indoor-outdoor connectivity. The large open-plan living area flows effortlessly into alfresco spaces, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing with family.

Meanwhile, the double-storey Brighton 347-D37 impresses with its versatile layout, featuring a generous master suite with dual dressing rooms, expansive living areas, and design details that cater to the growing needs of families.

Both homes encapsulate the essence of modern coastal luxury, combining functionality, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal.

Plantation Homes is also making waves at their recently opened Labrador display centre, where the double-storey Valletta 401-D43 and Modena 389-D42 designs are proving particularly popular with those looking to knock down and rebuild.

With high demand for new land on the Gold Coast, knockdown rebuild projects are becoming increasingly popular as homeowners look to modernise their living spaces without moving.

“Knockdown rebuilds are a fantastic opportunity for Gold Coast residents to embrace modern living without compromise,” says Raleigh.

“We’re seeing strong demand from families who love their existing location but want the benefits of a new, modern, expertly designed home with luxury inclusions.”

Designs that embody the evolution of the modern Gold Coast home are also top of mind with the Valletta 401-D43 at Labrador showcasing a dramatic void that amplifies natural light, paired with a striking curved benchtop that adds a contemporary edge to its coastal look.

At SkyRidge, the Willow 249-S27 highlights Plantation’s commitment to indoor-outdoor living, with open-plan spaces that spill seamlessly into alfresco zones, perfect for entertaining or relaxing.

This modern approach is further emphasised by the recently launched curved Monroe façade, a bold architectural feature that sets new benchmarks in style and sophistication.

Every Plantation home is built to 7-star energy efficiency standards, ensuring comfort and sustainability year-round. This extends to the four homes on display across the Gold Coast so potential buyers can experience how this will translate to their own homes.

Their standard plans, facades, and all-electric inclusions for designs with solar panels have achieved net-zero status according to the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) Whole of Home scale, based on the energy consumption of an average household.

“Our homes are a perfect balance of luxury and sustainability,” says Raleigh.

“We’ve created spaces that deliver exceptional liveability while keeping environmental responsibility at the forefront. It’s about offering style and functionality without compromise.”

Part of the Henley Properties Group and backed by the $7 billion Sumitomo Forestry Group, Plantation Homes combines innovative design, sustainability, and customer care to create homes families love for generations.

Whether you’re exploring options at SkyRidge or considering a knockdown rebuild, Plantation Homes has a design to suit your lifestyle and aspirations.

For more information including details of the SkyRidge, Worongary and Labrador display homes, visit here plantationhomes.com.au

SkyRidge, Worongary Display Centre

49 Parkway Circuit

Worongary 4213

07 3089 4220

Open 7 days, 10am-5pm

Labrador Display Centre

56 Government Road

Labrador 4215

07 3089 4201

Open 7 days, 10am-5pm