NSW Government
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Semis 01 by Anthony Gill Architects

Dual occupancy design for 2 homes arranged side-by-side. Each home is 2-storey and has 3–4 bedrooms.

Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects street view of 2-storey house with 2 houses on either side with less detail. Credit: Anthony Gill

A well-proportioned design that blends warm materials and simple detailing with spacious interiors.

Semis 01 by Anthony Gill Architects is a dual occupancy design for 2 homes arranged side-by-side. Each home has its own street address and a covered front entry porch to welcome visitors and engage with neighbours.

The design has a familiar roof with a uniform eave that suits standard residential neighbourhoods. Inside, a double-height ceiling draws in natural light and fresh air, with windows above the kitchen and central staircase. The comfortable living areas are connected to a private garden with native landscaping.

The floor plans are functional and efficient, with adaptations available in the pattern drawing pack. There are options for the upstairs bedroom and bathroom layouts to suit many household types. A flexible room on the ground floor can be adapted for use as an additional living area, garage, or a larger bathroom.

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Key metrics

Each pattern has a compact design for Low and Mid Rise (LMR) Housing Areas and a standard design for non-LMR Housing Areas. The metrics below reflect the compact design.
  • Number of dwellings2
  • Bedrooms per dwelling3-4
  • Bathrooms per dwelling1.5-2.5
  • Parking spaces per dwelling0.50
  • Floor Area per dwelling166 m²
  • zoom_in_mapMinimum lot area450 m²
  • Minimum lot width12 m
  • Number of storeys2
  • Floor-Space Ratio (FSR)0.75
  • Livability ratingSilver
  • Site gradient front to back0-1.4 m

Key metrics

Each pattern has a compact design for Low and Mid Rise (LMR) Housing Areas and a standard design for non-LMR Housing Areas. The metrics below reflect the compact design.
  • Semis 01 by Anthony Gill Architects view of the two storey home from the street with landscaping. Credit: Choi Render
    Illustrative street view, the design sits comfortably on a typical residential street.
  • Semis 01 by Anthony Gill Architects view of backyard toward the interior of the home with dark sky. Credit: Anthony Gill
    Illustrative rear view, connecting the living room to the private landscaped garden.
  • Semis 01 by Anthony Gill Architects view into the kitchen next to a staircase. Credit: Choi Render
    Illustrative interior view, double height void brings light and air into the living spaces.
  • Semis 01 by Anthony Gill Architects view of backyard toward the interior of the home. Credit: Choi Render
    Illustrative garden view, outdoor spaces can be used to connect, relax and entertain.

Floor plans

Explore the ground and first floor layouts of the compact and standard design. Refer to the pattern pack for more floor plan variations to suit your preferences.

  • Compact design ground plan of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects. Credit: Anthony Gill
    Compact design ground plan of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects.
    Credit: Anthony Gill
    Compact design ground floor plan (not to scale), featuring a flexible room in the front and living spaces that open onto the landscaped area.
  • Compact design first floor plan of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects. Credit: Anthony Gill
    Compact design first floor plan of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects.
    Credit: Anthony Gill
    Compact design first floor plan (not to scale), double height void connects ground and first floors.
  • Standard design ground plan of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects. Credit: Anthony Gill
    Standard design ground plan of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects.
    Credit: Anthony Gill
    Standard design ground floor plan (not to scale), flexible room can be swapped for a covered carport.
  • Standard design first floor plan of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects. Credit: Anthony Gill
    Standard design first floor plan of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects.
    Credit: Anthony Gill
    Standard design first floor plan (not to scale), family bathroom with a separate toilet.

Fixed and flexible features

Fixed features must be included in your planning application. Flexible features can be modified within agreed parameters.

Axonometric section of the Semis 01 design by Anthony Gill Architects. Credit: Anthony Gill
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  • Fixed features
    • Facade design and materials

      The front facade uses 2 materials: a durable brick base and choice of corrugated sheeting or fibre cement sheeting upstairs.
    • Timber windows and shutters

      The facade on the first floor has fixed glazing and timber shutters that can be opened for ventilation and shut for privacy.
    • Hipped roof with deep eaves

      The hipped roof and gentle angle with deep overhanging eaves are set dimensions.
    • Staircase and kitchen void space

      A double-height void increases space and light in the centre of the home. It is an important organising feature of the layout.
    • Deep front and back porches

      The 1.5 m-deep porches at the front and rear of the building provide rain and sun protection.

  • Flexible features
    • Front room layout

      The front room has flexible layouts including a garage, additional living space with laundry or a bedroom with ensuite.
    • Car spaces and garage

      There is hardstand parking at the front of both homes. Alternatively, one home can have an enclosed garage instead of the front room. 
    • Living area width

      The width of the ground floor living room can be extended to suit site dimensions or household preferences.
    • Bathrooms layout options

      The large family bathroom can be swapped for a separate ensuite and bathroom, or a smaller bathroom with an adjacent study.
    • Level change points for sloping sites

      Stairs and level changes can be added to the design to suit gently sloping sites.

Materials and character

The pattern uses materials that are easy to construct. The designs use affordable and widely available cladding materials, with distinct first and ground floor treatments. Consistent horizontal lines, vertical screens and modular elements help to define the front of the building. Choose from cladding options including metal sheeting, fibre cement and timber to suit different preferences, climate and character of the surrounding streets. 

Example render of timber and painted metal cladding as the 2 primary materials. Credit: Anthony Gill
Example render of timber and painted metal cladding as the 2 primary materials.
Credit: Anthony Gill
Timber and coated metal cladding

The 2 primary materials are timber and grey coated metal cladding.

Example render of fibre cement and painted metal cladding as the 2 primary materials. Credit: Anthony Gill
Example render of fibre cement and painted metal cladding as the 2 primary materials.
Credit: Anthony Gill
Fibre cement and coated metal

The 2 primary materials are fibre cement and coated metal cladding.

Example render of timber and unpainted metal cladding as the 2 primary materials. Credit: Anthony Gill
Example render of timber and unpainted metal cladding as the 2 primary materials.
Credit: Anthony Gill
Timber and unpainted metal

The 2 primary materials are timber and unpainted metal cladding.

Example render of the fixed screen detail on the first floor. Credit: Anthony Gill
Example render of the fixed screen detail on the first floor.
Credit: Anthony Gill
Window screen detail

The fixed screen detail on the first floor provides fresh air and privacy.

About the architect

Anthony Gill Architects has won awards for their range of residential and commercial projects. Their early residential projects typically involved attached and semi-detached dwellings in Sydney’s dense inner suburbs. These projects reworked existing buildings to create spaces that are better suited to modern life. The team uses careful planning to create energy-efficient, cost-effective homes that feel spacious and unique. 

For more of Anthony Gill Architects’ work, visit Anthony Gill Architects.

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