What is Electric Home Design?
Making your electrical design work for you
When you’re planning a home project, it’s easy to overlook the electrical aspect. When planned right, electrical solutions can work seamlessly to make your home living smarter, safer, more stylish and sustainable. This is Electric Home Design.
We’ll help you get started with Electric Home Design. Here, you can discover the importance of Electric Home Design and some tools and services to help you build the home of your dreams.
Why should I consider Electric Home Design?
Setting the budget
Factoring in an electrical plan at the outset of a project is important; much of the groundwork is difficult to do retrospectively — it will also be more expensive. As a general rule, allocate 10–15% of your budget for electric home design, and you’ll be on your way to setting yourself up for success.
Energy efficiency
When planned right, electric home design works seamlessly to make your home life smarter, safer, more stylish and sustainable. Our smart home solutions are easy to install, scalable and help optimise energy usage and cut down on power costs.
Elevated design
Electric home design is far more than just wiring and layout. It’s about the overall look, feel, and functionality of your home. Creating your perfect home means choosing switches and power points that enhance both the space and the way you live in it.
When can I use Electric Home Design?
Electric Home Design inspiration for every room
Thinking about building or renovating your home? One of the smartest steps you can take is planning your electrical design room by room. Why? Because every space in your home has its own purpose — and its own electrical needs. By taking the time to think through lighting, outlet placement, smart features, and appliance locations for each room, you’ll create a home that works beautifully for your lifestyle.
Ready to start? Get inspired with our Electric Home Design room by room inspiration collection.
Plan the details of your next home renovation
We know that deciding to renovate your house is an exciting step toward creating the home of your dreams.
The key to achieving the perfect result is to apply the principles of Electric Home Design: take your time, get inspired, and plan your details – down to the electrical details.
If you’re not sure how to get started, check out our Home Renovation Checklist blog below and start planning your dream home renovation.
Make the right decision: Renovate or Rebuild?
It’s a tricky decision, but in the end, you want the option that’s going to deliver the best results in the most cost effective way.
By understanding your home electrical design and how its details add to your living experience, you can make the right choice between renovating or rebuilding. We’ve rounded up 5 factors you should consider before you break ground (literally) below.
How do I start with Electric Home Design?
Find a Clipsal endorsed electrician or installer
Ready to get started with your home renovation or new build project? Finding the right electrician or installer is half the work – a good sparkie can save you on time and costs while helping you uncover home electrical design possibilities you might’ve never thought of.
With our electrician finder, you can browse from a list of Clipsal endorsed electricians to find one that suits your needs and location.
Get expert advice with Electric Design Service
Planning your dream build or renovation can be tough with all the choices you need to make. Clipsal’s Electric Design service simplifies the process and helps you find the right electrical solutions.
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Start planning with My Home Enhancer tool
With so many options to choose from, it can be challenging to select the right solutions for your unique project.
Simply answer a few questions to get tailored recommendations and customised electric design service advice based on your build’s budget, size, and style with our My Home Enhancer tool.
Discover Electric Home Design in action
A dream home pre-planned with Electric Home Design
Find out how Christchurch couple & experienced builders Ben and Quinn have built their stylish dream family home by pre-planning with Electric Home Design and Clipsal.
Luxe interior design & Wiser Smart Home
A former lodge in the countryside of New Zealand has been renovated into a stunning family home with clever design and smart home, courtesy of designer Lacey Exton.
Rural family home reno with smart home solutions
When a tech-savvy family moves into a pre-built rural home, it’s only natural that they’ll renovate their home to accommodate smart home solutions. Find out how below.
Other Electric Home Design inspirational resources
Get inspired with Electric Home Design Magazine
Deciding to build or renovate your home and make it truly your own is an exciting step and we’re here to help you discover the incredible possibilities for unlocking your home’s potential. Download your free copy of our inspiration magazine, packed with information and advice on everything you need to know about Electric Home Design.
Browse expert Electric Home Design tips
Understanding Electric Home Design is important in any new build or renovation. Clipsal has created The Electric Home Design Collective – a group of four experts in building, interior design, architecture, and electrical work. See what they have to say about Electric Home Design and get valuable tips for your next home project.