Inside-outside living is ultimately personal. It’s shaped by how you cook, entertain, relax and spend time together. These are the questions we ask early, so your home supports the way you truly live.
8 Things to Consider When Designing Inside–Outside Living
- Where life naturally gathers
Start with how your household lives day to day. Is it around the kitchen island, the dining table, or the alfresco? Designing from these natural gathering points ensures spaces feel intuitive and connected.
- The kitchen as the anchor
Kitchens often sit at the heart of inside–outside living. Direct access to outdoor areas makes entertaining effortless and keeps the home feeling open and social.
- Clear sightlines
Being able to see outside to the garden, pool or alfresco, adds connection and peace of mind. Sightlines help families stay visually connected with children playing, even when activities happen in different zones.
- How doors open, not just where
Sliding, stacker or pivot doors all create different experiences. The way openings move, stack or disappear affects how seamlessly indoors flows into outdoors.
- Floor levels and transitions
Flush thresholds and consistent flooring help blur the boundary between inside and out, making spaces feel larger and more cohesive.
- Orientation and sunlight
Understanding how the sun moves across your site is key. Morning light shaded afternoons and protection from harsh western sun all influence comfort throughout summer.
- Windows that frame, not just fill
Windows should be placed with purpose. Framing views, drawing light into living spaces, or connecting you visually to the outdoors without overexposure.
- Flexibility across seasons
The best inside–outside designs adapt. Spaces should open easily in summer, yet still feel cosy, sheltered and usable as seasons change.
Considering a home designed for seamless indoor–outdoor living? Speak with our building and design consultants to turn your ideas into reality.
