Looking up? Our double-storey homes deliver flexible living for growing families, multi-generational households or anyone needing more room to move. Packed with smart design features and stylish inclusions, they’re perfect for making the most of your block – without sacrificing on comfort or style.
Double storey house designs
Henley double storey house designs
Australian lifestyles are unique. Our double-storey house designs reflect the needs of modern families, with a striking yet inviting façade, welcoming entry and plenty of living spaces.
Henley’s national product manager, Elizabeth Kind, says Henley's modern home designs are influenced by Australian, European and American architectural styles.
"Our double storey house designs reflect Melbourne and Victorian living, with abundant natural light, flexible spaces, indoor and outdoor living areas and stylish, innovative kitchens and bathrooms," she says.
"We don't just keep up with trends; we set them. Our homes stand out in any neighbourhood, creating a lasting impression with contemporary flair and a striking presence.
Our double-storey house plans range from 21-55 squares, to suit lots from 10.5-16 metres in width. With so much variety, you’re sure to find a double storey house design to reflect your lifestyle, budget and block size.
7 star two-storey homes
Henley has long been a leader in innovative and energy-efficient home designs for modern families. Our range of 7 star double-storey home designs and house plans continues this evolution.
Sustainable elements are included in every Henley home. When you build with us you're already making a positive choice for your family and the world we all share.
Our Mainvue collection combines the art of beautiful home design with the science of value engineering to deliver a game changing range of 7-star energy-efficient homes with unparalleled value for money. Double storey homes in the Mainvue range collection deliver 7-star elegance at a price your bank will love.
Our Reserve collection of double storey house designs epitomises sophistication, blending hallmark Henley designs with unparalleled 7-star luxury. Think resort-inspired master suites, functional living spaces, private ensuites for all bedrooms, striking voids and the adaptability of reverse floorplans.
Double-storey façades
The clean lines of our two-storey home designs create a sleek and sophisticated appearance with solid street appeal.
"Each of our double storey designs tells a story," says Elizabeth. "Combined with your choice of façade, our homes are crafted to reflect the lifestyles and aspirations of those who live there. Whether you're looking for a sense of grandeur, a welcoming entryway or a minimalist aesthetic, our double-storey homes deliver - and stand the test of time."
A key focal point in our designs is the double storey façade. Mix and match floor plans with some of Henley's stunning contemporary two storey house façade designs for a memorable street presence.
You'll find most façades feature a combination of different exterior finishes, such as brick, render and cladding.
"Exploring different finishes adds depth, visual interest and a sense of character to your new double storey home," says Elizabeth. "This three-dimensional quality offers a layered appearance that makes each home distinctive."
All of our homes offer the option of Colorbond® steel roofs or more traditional roof tiles.
Interior features of our two-storey house designs
Your home entry is unique to you, so whether your style is luxurious, contemporary, traditional or bold, our double-storey house designs will make a lasting impression.
Our large entertaining areas feature a free-flowing kitchen, living and dining with seamless connection to the outdoor alfresco for easy indoor-outdoor living.
No double storey home design is complete without an impressive master suite - upstairs, downstairs or both! The choice is yours, depending on your home design and floorplan. Our 3, 4 and 5 bedroom options feature spacious bedrooms, many with walk-in robes.
Our homes don't waste any space - from a generous butler's pantry to walk-in linen cupboards, a cloakroom, mud room and walk-in robes, there's sure to be a design with the right storage features to meet your family's needs.
Designed for modern living
Henley two storey homes come with all the features needed for modern living built in. With a long list of premium inclusions as standard and all the finishing touches that make a house a home, you'll love our attention to detail.
Enjoy the flow of seamless kitchen, dining and living areas, perfect for modern families and busy lifestyles. Experience the privacy of an upstairs master suite and (in some designs) a separate first floor leisure area.
Embrace indoor-outdoor living with a perfectly designed alfresco area. And cook in style with stainless steel appliances.
Our homes are spacious, with ample storage and clever design solutions to allow for seamless transitions between spaces. From a generous butler's pantry to walk-in linen cupboards, a cloakroom, mud room and walk-in robes, there's sure to be a design with the right features to meet your family's needs.
To discover your dream double-storey home design, browse our new home designs above or visit one of our display homes.
The kitchen as the heart of the home
The kitchen is the heart of the home. Our kitchens are intentionally designed for the needs of larger families and people who love to entertain.
"Our kitchens are big and feature good use of space, making them ideal for preparing meals for large groups and a central hub for gatherings and interactions," explains Elizabeth. "We're now seeing a lot of multi-level cooking where people use the butler’s pantry for preparation, cooking and storage and the main kitchen for presentation cooking and serving."
Nearly all of our double-storey home come with a large island benchtop as a standard inclusion, offering 3m x 1.4m in size, compared to the average size of 2.5m x 1m.
"The size of our island benches really sets us apart. There’s an increase in families wanting to treat the island bench as a service area for banquet eating, so some are even opting for an island bench without a sink and making the butler's pantry a wet area with a dishwasher and a sink," Elizabeth says.
Other popular personalisation options include large drawers for storage, profile cabinets and a window splashback to bring more light into the kitchen.
Double storey house plans
Our double-storey house plans range from 21 - 55 squares, to suit lot widths from 10.5 - 16+ metres. With so much variety, you’re sure to find a double-storey house design that reflects your lifestyle, budget and block size.
Our 2 storey floorplan designs deliver a light-filled double storey home with multiple living and leisure areas and a focus on smooth transitions between spaces.
If you're unsure which design is right for you, the following highlights from Elizabeth are a great place to start.
Valetta Series
Customer favourite, the Valletta series is ideal for families who need space. The Valletta features 5 bedrooms, including a luxurious master suite upstairs and an expansive guest suite downstairs. If your ideal home has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, this design is a must-see.
Palace Series
If you're looking for a large entertaining area, multiple living areas and up to 5 bedrooms, check out the Palace series. This design also features an indulgent master suite and is suitable for blocks from 12.5m+ wide.
Bordeaux Series
If you're into entertaining and outdoor living, want a stunning oversized kitchen and need maximum storage, take a look at the 7-star energy-efficient Bordeaux series.
Allegra Series
For an impressive master suite complete with a dressing room plus an upstairs leisure room and separate downstairs study ideal for working from home, our Allegra series has it all (and it features 7-star energy efficiency).
Narrow lot double storey house designs
Today's narrow blocks require a new take on home designs. Our double-storey home designs for narrow lots are carefully planned to ensure optimal use of every square metre without compromising functionality or aesthetics.
With several design possibilities for lots of 10.5m+ wide and even more in the 12.5m+ category, our narrow lot designs include 3 or 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus powder rooms for some styles.
For options to suit 10.5m+ narrow blocks, see the Emerson series.
Find your ideal double storey home
Established in 1989, Henley was founded to enhance accessibility to home ownership for Australian families. More than 50,000 Australians have chosen Henley thanks to our focus on choice and homes tailored to individual needs.
We're with you every step of the way on your home-building journey - from the first steps to the finishing touches and beyond.
All double-storey floorplans can be flipped for a mirror image to suit your preference or location.
Designs that suit your lifestyle and block of land
Floorplan options that can be quickly quoted
Clever designs for more compact block sizes
Lots of options across our standard inclusions.
Explore our extensive range of double storey home designs above. See our double storey home designs in real life, get inspiration, and talk to our team at our display homes located across Melbourne. Or discover our two storey house and land packages.
For any inquiries or assistance, feel free to contact our friendly sales team.