Inside Freedom by Metricon’s award-winning home designs for today’s family buyers

Metricon, recently named Australia's number one home builder for the 10th time in the HIA COLORBOND® Steel Housing 100 Report, continues to rethink how it delivers value in the evolving housing landscape. With more than 48,000 families choosing the builder over the past decade, Metricon’s approach to affordability is underpinned by scale, quality assurance and long-standing customer trust, factors that remain central as buyers navigate today’s tightening market. This foundation supports Freedom by Metricon, the builder’s value-led range, within which several designs have been recognised through industry awards for their planning efficiency and everyday usability. Rather than prioritising excess or short-term features, the Freedom collection places emphasis on spatial efficiency and liveability. Light-filled living areas, walk-in pantries, functional kitchens and clearly defined master suites are central to the range, reflecting planning principles typically prioritised in higher-priced segments. Generous open-plan layouts and connections to outdoor living areas are consistent across the collection, aligning with Metricon’s broader design philosophy and ensuring the homes remain adaptable beyond the first stage of ownership. Every home in the range is also backed by Metricon’s Lifetime Structural Guarantee, providing an added layer of confidence for buyers making one of their most significant long-term investments. The following award-recognised Freedom by Metricon designs illustrate how these principles translate into built form, each addressing family living requirements in different ways depending on household size and lifestyle.

Clara 27

Award recognition: 2025 Master Builders Victoria Northern Regional Building Awards - Winner - Best Volume Builder Display Home in it’s category, Clara 27 KiallaThe Clara focuses on privacy and flexibility within a compact single-storey footprint. Its master bedroom is positioned at the rear of the home, separated from the remaining bedrooms and living spaces, creating a quiet retreat for parents. Clara 27, Domain facade At the centre of the plan, the kitchen, dining and family zone forms the heart of the home, flowing directly to an outdoor room that extends everyday living. A dedicated media room and a wide range of configuration options allow the Clara 27 to adapt to different household needs without increasing overall scale.

Marion 42

Award recognition:2025 HIA Western Victoria Regional Housing Awards - Winner - Best Display Home, Marion 42 Armstrong Creek2025 HIA Western Victoria Regional Housing Awards - Winner - Best Display Home in it’s category, Marion 42 Armstrong CreekThe Marion is a larger-format family home designed to accommodate multi-zone living across two levels. The ground floor is anchored by an open-plan kitchen and family area, supported by a walk-in pantry, outdoor room and flexible spaces that can be configured as a study, guest room or additional living area. Marion 42, Nordic facade Upstairs, a leisure zone separates the master suite from secondary bedrooms, reinforcing privacy while maintaining a strong family focus.

Riva 44

Award recognition:2025 HIA Victorian Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards - Winner - Best Display Home in it’s category, Riva 44 Kalkallo Designed to accommodate larger or extended families, the Riva 44 is defined by clear zoning and generous shared spaces. The upper level is anchored by an expansive master suite positioned at the rear, complemented by additional bedrooms and a central leisure area that supports family connection without compromising privacy. Riva 44, Deakin facade Downstairs, an open-plan living and dining zone connects directly to a generous outdoor room, while optional configurations, including additional bedrooms or home office spaces, allow the design to evolve alongside changing household needs.

Santorini 29

Award recognition:2025 Master Builders Victoria Eastern Regional Building Awards - Winner - Best Volume Builder Display Home in it’s category, Santorini 29 Wonthaggi The Santorini 29 has been recognised for combining strong street presence with efficient single-storey planning. A front-positioned master suite establishes separation from the remaining bedrooms, while the main living areas are arranged around a light-filled open-plan kitchen, dining and family zone. A walk-in pantry and direct connection to the outdoor room support everyday functionality, while multiple floorplan options provide flexibility for growing families or buyers seeking a step-up home without unnecessary complexity. Santorini 29, Summit facade As construction costs, interest rates and land constraints reshape decision-making, the appeal of well-resolved, repeatable layouts has grown. Rather than seeking extensive customisation, many buyers are focusing on homes that offer clear spatial logic, strong separation between living and sleeping zones, and layouts that can adapt as household needs evolve. Freedom by Metricon has been developed in response to this shift, combining cost-conscious starting points with the design thinking of more premium ranges, supported by Metricon’s established reputation and structural assurance.