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New Home Design in Shellharbour


Building a New Home in Shellharbour? A building designer with experience will help you navigate through the beginning stages of building your new home in Shellharbour. At JIH Building Design, we provide professional new home design services and will assist with the design stage through to Council approval.

Our team designs homes that work with the site, comply with local planning regulations and support the way you wish to live now and in the future.

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Custom Home Designs Shellharbour to Suit Your Needs


While designing your new home in Shellharbour, we focus on designing a home that works for you. Custom means no more cookie-cutter floor plans; every project begins with you telling us what type of home you would like to build and how you intend to use it.

We consider:

  • Site size, shape, slope, and orientation, as well as any local Planning and Building Controls applicable to the area.
  • Your budget and available build options.
  • Lifestyle needs, including providing family living space, an entertaining area, and Space for Remote Working.

By taking the above considerations into account early in the process, we can design a custom home that meets your needs, complies with Local Planning Controls, and stays within your budget.

Modern Home Design Shellharbour


At JIH Building Design, we take a long-term approach to designing modern homes that are both visually appealing and functionally practical while still allowing homeowners to feel comfortable in the current time frame.

Our modern house plans emphasise the following features:

  • Open-plan living with natural lighting and air circulation 
  • A seamless transition from indoor to outdoor spaces 
  • The use of energy-efficient design techniques & compliance with BASIX.

Full-Service New Home Design Shellharbour & Council Support


Our new home design services in Shellharbour cover everything from the inception of your design to its physical representation as a floor plan submitted to your local authority for building approvals and permits.

JIH Building Design offers a complete range of new home design services, including:

  • Concept Design with Site Analysis
  • Preparing Detailed Construction Documentation
  • Creating High-Quality 3D Visuals of Your Design
  • Assessing the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and Environmental Sustainable Design (ESD) Compliance for Your Project
  • Preparing & Submitting Your Council Applications
  • Coordination with Engineers and Other Professionals Required During the Design and Construction of Your Home


The professional approach we take during the design process will help you to minimise the challenges you face during the approvals process. We will make sure your design is developed appropriately to help you obtain council approval.

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Local Expertise for Home Design in Shellharbour


When building in the Shellharbour area, there are specific coastal issues, sloping sites, site planning controls and other regional conditions to consider. JIH Building Design has over 20 years of experience working throughout the Shellharbour, Wollongong and South Coast areas, which gives us insight into the various factors considered during the design phase of building.


Our local expertise results in faster approvals with fewer complications, which saves you both time and money.

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Why Homeowners Choose JIH Building Design


  • Over twenty years of custom and modern home-building experience
  • Personalised professional service from the initial concept phase through to completed design approval
  • Expertise in custom and modern home designs
  • Excellent understanding of local Council requirements
  • Timely and clear communication throughout the project

JIH Building Design provides practical and compliant designs that meet our customers' goals.

Get Started on the Home Design Process Today!


If you are interested in designing a custom or modern home in Shellharbour, please contact us for professional assistance with your custom home design.

Frequently Asked Questions


Are the home designs you provide BASIX-compliant?

Yes, we ensure that our designs comply with all BASIX energy efficiency and sustainability requirements, and that your new home design will be approved for construction by the local authorities when we submit your plans to them.

Do I need to know exactly what I want before starting a home design in Shellharbour?

No. Many clients begin their home design in Shellharbour with only a rough idea. Our designers help refine your vision into a clear, practical plan that suits your site, lifestyle, and budget.

Can you help with council approvals for new home design in Shellharbour?

Yes. We provide full support for new home design in Shellharbour, including preparing drawings and submitting all required documents to council to meet local planning and approval requirements.

Do you offer custom home design in Shellharbour?

Absolutely. Our custom home design services in Shellharbour are tailored to your needs. Every home is designed from scratch, ensuring it fits your land, budget, and how you want to live.

Can you design modern homes in Shellharbour?

Yes. We specialise in modern home design in Shellharbour, creating stylish, functional homes with open-plan layouts, natural light, and energy-efficient design solutions.