When people start building a new home, they often expect the biggest challenge will be choosing the right design or finding the right block. But once the process begins, many buyers realise the real pressure comes from the hundreds of smaller decisions that follow, especially when it comes to finishes and colours.
Tiles, tapware, cabinetry, benchtops, flooring, paint, lighting, external materials… each choice matters, and every decision has to work together. That’s exactly why Marella Homes developed curated colour schemes. Not to take choice away, but to make the entire experience clearer, calmer and more enjoyable.
A timeless approach, not a trendy one
Marella’s colour schemes were created with one clear goal: to help buyers achieve a home that feels cohesive from the start, without being forced into a single look.
Instead of chasing trends, the focus is on palettes that feel timeless, liveable and practical across different lifestyles. That means choosing tones and textures that work in real homes, with real families, not just in a showroom or on a moodboard.
It also means considering how the home will feel years from now, not just at handover. A well designed palette should support the architecture, suit different floor plans and hold its appeal long after the latest trend has moved on.
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Curated does not mean limited
One of the most common assumptions buyers have is that set colour schemes reduce creativity. In reality, they often do the opposite. Curated schemes remove the stress of decision making and give buyers confidence that every selection works together.
As Liam Worthington, Director at Marella Homes, explains:
“Our colour schemes are designed to give people a genuine sense of personal style, without creating overwhelm or decision fatigue. Each scheme has its own identity, but the foundations are always practical, timeless and easy to live with. We also design them to work across different floor plans, so no matter the layout, the home feels cohesive from room to room and considered as a whole.”
Instead of spending weeks second guessing choices, buyers can select a scheme they love and trust that the final result will feel resolved and balanced.
The biggest mistake buyers make when selecting finishes
When buyers are choosing finishes on their own, it is easy to focus on individual items rather than the complete picture. That is where problems can start to appear.
Liam puts it simply:
“One of the biggest mistakes people make is choosing finishes in isolation. A tile might look great on its own, but once you pair it with cabinetry, benchtops and flooring, it can feel disconnected. The end result is often a home that looks pieced together instead of cohesive.”
Curated schemes solve this by designing everything as a complete set. Colours, materials and finishes are chosen to complement each other, creating a home that feels intentional rather than assembled.
How upfront selections keep builds moving
Curated schemes do not just improve the look of a home. They also improve the building experience behind the scenes.
When selections are locked in early, it creates clarity for everyone involved, including suppliers and trades. That flow on effect can reduce delays, minimise errors and keep timelines moving throughout construction.
As Joel, our Construction Manager, explains:
“Having selections locked in upfront makes a huge difference. It means our suppliers and trades are all working from the same playbook, so there is less back and forth on finishes and fewer chances for errors. It also speeds up ordering and procurement at the start of the job, because we are not waiting on decisions as we go. With confirmed colour schemes, everything stays consistent across the home, and the build runs smoother because we are not changing things mid way through.”
This is one of the key benefits of Marella’s turnkey approach. Decisions are made early, procurement happens faster and the build becomes more predictable for everyone involved.
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Why consistency supports quality control
Consistency also plays a major role in quality. When inclusions and selections are consistent across multiple builds, the team can refine standards and deliver a more reliable finish.
“Consistent inclusions help us refine our standards. We know exactly what products we are using, how they perform and how they work with everything else around them. That makes it easier to deliver a high quality finish every time.
It also helps our trades because they are familiar with the products, the details and the expectations. When everyone knows what the standard is, it is easier to maintain quality across every project,” Joel explains.
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In other words, curated schemes do not just make the selection process easier for buyers. They help the build run more smoothly and support consistent quality at every stage.
Marella’s curated colour schemes are designed to bring clarity, confidence and cohesion to the building journey. They simplify decisions, reduce stress and ensure every home feels complete from day one.
