Luke and Miranda’s Home
Fox Building Group is the Custom Home Builder Highton residents choose for new homes on the suburb’s characterful sloping sites. Nestled in the heart of Highton, this custom-built residence showcases a harmonious blend of luxury, craftsmanship, and modern design. Developed by Fox Building Group with the help of Belco Group, the project is a testament to exceptional attention to detail and superior construction quality. Guided by the client’s vision and expertly executed by the Fox Building team, this residence is designed to capture breathtaking views while providing a warm, inviting living space.
From the initial design stages to the final handover, the project was a collaborative journey. Our clients, Luke and Miranda, expressed their satisfaction in the testimonial video, praising the team’s commitment to quality and transparent communication throughout the build. Their words reflect the pride we take in delivering homes that exceed expectations.
The custom home is a showcase of meticulous planning, energy-efficient design, and high-end finishes, resulting in a property that is both stunning and sustainable. Let’s take a tour through the key highlights of this remarkable project.
Project status : Completed
Year completed : April 2024
Client : Private
Designed by : Belco Group & Fox Building Group
Location : Highton, Victoria
Value : $1.4M
As an experienced sloping site builder, Fox Building Group used a split-level design to turn this block’s natural fall into a feature, rather than a limitation.
Custom Home Builder Highton: Panoramic Views on a Sloping Site
One of the standout features of the Highton residence is its seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows invite natural light to flood the interior spaces, framing panoramic views of Highton’s rolling hills and lush greenery. The open-plan living and dining areas are designed to maximize space and light, providing the perfect backdrop for entertaining or relaxing with family.
The connection between indoor and outdoor living is further enhanced by a spacious balcony that offers sweeping views and ample space for alfresco dining. The seamless glass balustrades and minimalist outdoor furniture reflect the property’s commitment to modern, uncluttered aesthetics.
Capturing these views required careful design on a sloping site: the home steps down the natural contour of the block in a split-level arrangement, so each level opens onto the landscape rather than fighting against it.
Gourmet Kitchen & Butler’s Pantry
The heart of the home, the kitchen, is a masterpiece of design and functionality. Featuring custom cabinetry, state-of-the-art appliances, and a large central island, it’s perfect for both casual family meals and large gatherings. The addition of a butler’s pantry elevates the functionality, providing extra storage and prep space without compromising the clean lines and elegant design.
Positioned on the home’s mid-level, the kitchen anchors the split-level plan, connecting the upper living areas to the lower bedroom wing that steps down the sloping block.
Every joinery and appliance detail in this kitchen reflects the standard Fox Building Group applies as a Custom Home Builder Highton clients trust for genuinely custom-fitted spaces.
Luxury Bathrooms & Powder Rooms
Designed with luxury in mind, the bathrooms are fitted with high-end finishes, including stone countertops, frameless glass showers, and custom oak timber vanities. The master ensuite is a sanctuary of relaxation, with a freestanding bath, dual basins, and floor-to-ceiling tiles that create a sense of spa-like serenity. The guest powder room, with its unique mosaic tile feature wall, serves as a striking conversation piece.
As a Custom Home Builder Highton clients trust with complex bathroom waterproofing and plumbing runs, Fox Building Group coordinated these fitouts across the home’s split levels without compromising on finish quality.
This kind of technical execution is exactly why Fox Building Group is regarded as a trusted Custom Home Builder Highton turns to for complex, multi-level bathroom layouts.
Custom Home Builder Highton: Landscaping a Sloping Site
The outdoor spaces are designed for year-round enjoyment. The home will feature landscaped gardens, expansive decking, and modern fencing creating a perfect space for relaxation and entertaining. The landscape masterplan (not yet built) combines lush greenery and contemporary hardscaping reflecting the balance of nature and design.
Landscaping a sloping block presents its own challenges, from retaining walls to terraced garden beds. Fox Building Group planned the outdoor works around the site’s natural fall, using stepped terracing and retaining structures to create usable, level entertaining areas without losing the block’s character.
Retaining wall design and drainage on a sloping site take specialist experience, which is why Fox Building Group is the Custom Home Builder Highton clients call on for landscaping that works with the land rather than against it.
Master Suite & Bedrooms
The master suite is a private retreat, complete with expansive windows that frame the stunning views. Designed for comfort and luxury, it features a spacious walk-in robe and an elegantly appointed ensuite. The additional bedrooms are generously sized, each designed to maximize natural light and provide ample storage.
The split-level layout places the master suite on its own level, separated from the living areas and additional bedrooms, giving Luke and Miranda a genuinely private retreat within the home.
Delivering bedroom wings across multiple split levels is a routine part of working as a Custom Home Builder Highton, where sloping blocks are the norm rather than the exception.
Craftsmanship & Sustainability
Fox Building Group’s commitment to quality is evident throughout the Highton project. Every detail, from the material selection to the precision of the finishes, speaks to a level of craftsmanship that sets a new standard for luxury living. The build also adheres to high energy-efficiency standards, with insulated glazing, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, and sustainable material choices.
Building on a sloping site adds real technical complexity that a flat-block build simply doesn’t face. Fox Building Group engineered stepped footings and split-level floor plates to follow the natural fall of the land, minimising unnecessary cut-and-fill while keeping the structure sound.
This experience as a sloping site builder informed every stage of the project, from the initial engineering and retaining wall design through to the sequencing of the split-level build itself — expertise that is directly transferable to the many other sloping and split-level blocks across Highton.
Fox Building Group’s reputation as a Custom Home Builder Highton families recommend rests on this kind of technical rigour, applied consistently across every sloping site project we take on.
This build meets the 7-Star NatHERS energy rating that is now the minimum standard for new Victorian homes, achieved through insulated glazing, efficient services and considered orientation designed into the plans from day one. It’s this kind of compliance-driven detail clients expect from a Custom Home Builder Highton families trust to get the technical requirements right, not just the finishes.
A New Benchmark in Highton Living
The Highton residence is more than just a home—it’s a statement of elegance, quality, and thoughtful design. Fox Building Group is proud to have brought Luke and Miranda’s vision to life, delivering a property that truly exemplifies modern luxury and timeless design.
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If you’re planning a new build on a sloping or split-level site in Highton, Fox Building Group brings proven experience as a Custom Home Builder Highton residents recommend for exactly this kind of challenging block. Contact us to discuss your project.
How much does a custom build like this cost in Highton? Project value depends heavily on site conditions, and sloping blocks in particular affect footing and retaining wall costs. As a Custom Home Builder Highton residents trust for transparent, itemised quoting, Fox Building Group prices sloping-site work accurately from the outset, so there are no surprises once construction begins.