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5 Ways to Bring Hamptons Style Into Your Home

The timeless appeal of Hamptons style continues to inspire Australian homes in 2026. Known for its breezy elegance, relaxed sophistication, and resort like feel, this look blends coastal calm with refined, classic detail.

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Customer Stories

Building a Dream home with McDonald Jones: Erwin & Raphael's Hermitage Story

Building a new home is more than choosing a floor plan – it’s about creating a space that supports your lifestyle, reflects your personality and sets the foundation for your future. For Erwin and Raphael, that vision became a reality when they built their dream Hermitage home in a location they love, with the support of McDonald Jones Homes.

Aria 28 House Design Living in Coastal style

Home Designs

Introducing the Aria: Recreate the Coastal modern look

Escape into one of our newest displays – the Aria 28, now open at Oran Park. This two-storey home design perfectly balances modern living on narrow blocks with comfortable spaces. With four bedrooms, a home theatre, and a striking open plan kitchen and living area with a cathedral ceiling, the Aria is as practical as it is beautiful.

San Marino Encore House Design Kitchen in Classic style

Home Designs

Introducing the San Marino: Recreate the Country Farmhouse look

This single-storey home design perfectly balances modern living with relaxed, rustic charm. With four bedrooms, a home theatre, and a striking open plan kitchen and living area, the San Marino is as practical as it is beautiful.

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Inspiration & Style

5 Features of a Hamptons Style House

Hamptons style houses offer a lifestyle of affluent, relaxed, seaside comfort. But a Hamptons style house doesn’t mean it can’t be an affordable house too.

5 Features of a Hamptons Style House

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Finance & Investment

Top 2 Things First Time Home Buyers Should Know

The process of building a new home can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s navigating loans, government grants, property searches and contracts, every step requires focus and preparation.

Inspiration & Style

A modern and luxurious acreage design

The McDonald Jones Country Living Collection is renowned for its beautiful architectural acreage home designs which offer a suite of options to suit both your block and the lifestyle you desire for your new acreage home.

A modern and luxurious acreage design

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Inspiration & Style

Hottest Bathroom looks of 2025

The hottest bathroom trends of 2025 emphasize a blend of luxury, functionality, and sustainability, with a focus on spa-like features, bold colours, and smart technology.

Hottest Bathroom looks of 2025

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Home Designs

Introducing the Valiente: Recreate the lakehouse look

Escape into one of our newest displays - The Valiente Three. There’s something special about the Lakehouse aesthetic—it’s relaxed yet refined, airy yet grounded, and always feels like a peaceful retreat.

Valiente Three House Design Wilderness facade in Coastal style

News

Two displays arrive in Menangle Park

Our brand-new display homes have opened their doors at Menangle Park. Be the first to step inside the newest displays to arrive in Sydney - The Valiente Three and the St. Tropez Encore

Two displays arrive in Menangle Park

Hints & Tips

5 Money-Saving Tips For Your Next Move

Here at McDonald Jones Homes, the home experts of New South Wales have compiled a few helpful tips to help you save money during the moving process.

5 Money-Saving Tips For Your Next Move

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McDonald Jones partner with Talk2mebro

At McDonald Jones, we believe the foundation of a new home starts with a strong team.

McDonald Jones partner with Talk2mebro

Hints & Tips

6 Reasons Why Homebuyers Want to Live in ACT

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is Australia’s only landlocked state, but what it lacks in beaches and coastline it more than makes up for in natural beauty, important sites and, of course, Canberra, one of Australia’s most liveable cities.

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News

Introducing two displays to Watagan Park

Our brand-new display homes have opened their doors at Watagan Park. Be the first to step inside the newest displays in our line up - The Lucia Three and Havana Grande.

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Inspiration & Style

Create Your Perfect luxe Styled Home

Imagine walking into a home that feels like a boutique hotel—where every detail has been thoughtfully chosen, the atmosphere is warm yet refined, and luxury can be felt through every space. That’s the essence of Luxe styling

Create Your Perfect luxe Styled Home

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Home Designs

Discover Stylish and Functional Single-Storey Home Designs

Single-storey homes have become increasingly popular in NSW, offering a perfect blend of style and functionality for modern families. These homes provide practical and spacious living areas, making them an excellent choice for those seeking comfort and convenience.

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Inspiration & Style

Timeless Country Living Homes

Some people think of an expensive country home as being located kilometres away from the city – but rest assured, a country home can be an affordable house as well as a luxurious one.

Timeless Country Living Homes