🏠 Heartopia Home Decoration & Plots Complete Guide
Master home decoration, unlock all 8 plots, optimize your layout, and design your dream home with complete customization
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🏠 Home Decoration Overview
Your home in Heartopia is more than just a place to recover stamina—it's your personal creative sanctuary. Unlike traditional life simulation games, Heartopia gives you exceptional freedom to design and customize every aspect of your living space. From furniture placement to color customization, building extensions, and landscape design, your home reflects your unique style and vision. As you progress through the game, you'll unlock additional plot space, allowing your property to expand from a modest starting home to a sprawling dream estate with up to 8 total plots.
Key Points
- ✓ Start with 2 home plots by default
- ✓ Can expand to maximum 8 plots total
- ✓ Each plot is 8×5 tiles in size
- ✓ Plots are tied to D.G. Member Guild progression
- ✓ Both rank level AND gold currency required to expand
- ✓ Nearly unlimited customization options
- ✓ Can save multiple home blueprints
- ✓ Co-op play supports different blueprint designs
📍 Understanding the Plot System
Basic Information
Starting Plots
2
Maximum Plots
8
Plot Size
8×5 tiles
What Are Home Plots?
Home plots are sections of land surrounding your main house. Each plot provides 40 tiles of usable space (8 width × 5 height). When you unlock new plots, you gain:
- → Additional space for furniture and decorations
- → Increased load limit (total items you can place)
- → Room for gardens, farms, and production buildings
- → Space for themed areas (workshop, outdoor lounge, etc.)
- → Better land optimization and layout flexibility
- → More room for personal expression and design
🎖️ D.G. Member's Guild Progression System
The D.G. Member's Guild (Development Guild) is Heartopia's primary progression system. Your guild rank directly determines how many plots you can own. Progressing through this guild is the first step to plot expansion.
How to Join
Follow Main Story Quests
Progress through the main story until you reach the Heritage Association building
Speak to Guild Representative
Talk to the NPC at the D.G. Member's Guild building (located in town center)
Complete Joining Quests
Finish the introductory quests to become a full member
Access Guild App
Open your in-game phone and access the D.G. Member's Guild app
💡 Guild membership is FREE and automatic through main story progression. You join very early in the game.
Earning Contribution Medals
Daily Resident Requests (BEST)
💰 Reward: 30-50 medals per request
📅 Daily Limit: 5 requests per day
Efficiency: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BEST for grinding medals
Hobby Activities
💰 Reward: Variable per hobby
Leveling hobbies like fishing, gardening, cooking grants some medals
Efficiency: ⭐⭐⭐ Secondary method
Special Events
💰 Reward: 500-1000+ medals
Seasonal events and festivals offer large medal rewards
Efficiency: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Limited availability
Story Quests
💰 Reward: 100-200 medals per quest
Completing main and side quests
Efficiency: ⭐⭐⭐ One-time rewards
🎯 Complete Plot Unlock Guide: Ranks 1-14
| D.G. Level | Total Plots | New Plots | Medals | Estimated Days | Gold Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | 2 | 0 | 0 | Day 1 | Free (starting plots) |
| Level 4 | 4 | 2 | ~200 medals | 4-7 days | 500-1,000 gold total |
| Level 6 | 5 | 1 | ~400 medals total | 8-14 days | 1,500 gold |
| Level 8 | 6 | 1 | ~600 medals total | 12-20 days | 2,500 gold |
| Level 11 | 7 | 1 | ~900 medals total | 18-30 days | 3,000-3,500 gold |
| Level 14 | 8 | 1 | ~1,200 medals total | 24-40 days | 3,500-4,000 gold |
Step-by-Step Unlock Process
Open In-Game Phone
Tap the phone icon in the top-right corner of the screen
Access D.G. Member's Guild App
Open the D.G. Member's Guild application from your phone
Check Your Current Rank
Verify you've reached the required D.G. Member level for the next tier
Navigate to Plot Tab
Tap the icon with four squares in the top-right corner (next to house icon)
Identify Unlockable Plots
Look for shaking lock icons (means you can unlock) vs. stationary locks (you haven't met requirements yet)
Select Your Desired Plot
Choose which plot to purchase (adjacent plots only)
Confirm Gold Payment
Tap the yellow acorn icon and confirm you have enough gold for the purchase
Instant Access
Plot is immediately added to your property. No construction time needed
Understanding Lock Icons
Shaking Lock 🔓
Plot is READY to unlock
You've met all requirements. Click to purchase.
Stationary Lock 🔒
Plot is LOCKED
You haven't reached the required D.G. level. Grind more medals.
Highlighted/Green Plot
Plot is ALREADY OWNED
You can decorate and modify this plot freely
💰 Plot Costs & Gold Requirements Deep Dive
Gold Cost Progression
Gold Farming Methods
Fishing
💰 Gold/Hour: 1,000-1,500
📊 Effort: Medium
🎣 Best: Sea Bass (70g), Striped Red Mullet (85g), False Scad (155g)
Gardening & Crop Sales
💰 Gold/Hour: 800-1,200
📊 Effort: Low
🌱 Best: Tomatoes (40g), Corn (120g), Pumpkins (200g)
Cooking Recipes
💰 Gold/Hour: 1,200-1,500
📊 Effort: Medium-High
👨🍳 Best: Fish and Chips (290g), Seafood Pizza (380g)
Shop Orders
💰 Gold/Hour:
📊 Effort: Low
Daily Requests
💰 Gold/Hour:
📊 Effort: Low
⚠️ Unlocking ≠ Owning. Reaching a D.G. level only makes plots AVAILABLE for purchase. You must ALSO spend Gold to actually acquire each plot. Budget for both!
🎨 Layout Optimization & Design Strategies
Modular Design Strategy (RECOMMENDED)
Each 8×5 plot is treated as a self-contained room or yard. This prevents design frustration when expanding.
- ✓ Expansion doesn't require redesigning existing areas
- ✓ Each plot serves a specific purpose
- ✓ Clean, organized property layout
- ✓ Better pathfinding and navigation
- ✓ Easier to move/redesign individual sections
💡 Example: Plot 1: House + Main Entry | Plot 2: Garden/Farm | Plot 3: Workshop/Crafting | Plot 4: Outdoor Lounge | Plot 5: Secondary Garden | Plot 6: Storage/Production | Plot 7: Decorative Yard | Plot 8: Expansion Zone
Recommended Plot Purchase Order
FIRST (Level 4 - Plots 3-4)
Buy plots directly adjacent to your starting 2 plots
SECOND (Level 6 - Plot 5)
Extend your 2×2 block into a 2×3 or 3×2 line
THIRD (Level 8 - Plot 6)
Add courtyard or decorative space across from house
FINAL (Levels 11 & 14 - Plots 7-8)
Fill remaining gaps or create specialized zones
Design Mistakes to Avoid
❌ DON'T buy diagonal plots first (creates awkward gaps)
❌ DON'T scatter plots randomly (makes design difficult)
❌ DON'T forget pathways when planning (people need to walk)
❌ DON'T ignore load limits (each plot has a furniture cap)
✅ DO plan before purchasing plots
✅ DO keep utilities together (storage, crafting, cooking)
✅ DO leave edges free for future expansion connections
🎨 Full Customization Features & Capabilities
Home Design Options
Pre-built Starter Homes
Choose from several pre-designed house templates to get started quickly
Complete House Demolition
Tear down your entire house and start from scratch for a custom build
Structural Modifications
Modify walls, doors, windows, and foundation elements
Paint & Color Customization
Customize colors of walls, floors, roofs, doors, and windows
Texture Selection
Choose different material textures (wood, stone, brick, carpet, grass, etc.)
Advanced Building Options
Access advanced tools for precise placement and rotation
Multiple Rooms
Design multiple rooms (bedroom, kitchen, office, living room, etc.)
Indoor/Outdoor Spaces
Create gardens, patios, porches, and outdoor areas
Blueprint Saving
Save your designs as blueprints for later use or sharing
Blueprint Importing
Download and use other players' blueprint designs
Co-op Support
Create different blueprint designs for co-op play and switch between them
Furniture Customization
Height Modification
Adjust furniture height for custom arrangements
Width Modification
Stretch or compress furniture width
Color Dyeing
Recolor furniture to match your design aesthetic
Texture Application
Apply different material textures to furniture items
Precise Placement
Grid-based placement with rotation controls
Layering System
Stack items on shelves and surfaces
Removal Tool
Easily remove and relocate any furniture piece
✨ Professional Decorating Tips & Design Secrets
Theme Cohesion
Pick a design theme (cottage, modern, Victorian, tropical, etc.) and stick with it
💡 Example: If going Victorian: ornate furniture, vintage colors, symmetrical layouts
Color Palette
Limit yourself to 3-4 main colors plus neutrals
💡 Example: Pastel pink, mint green, cream, white (calming cozy aesthetic)
Layering
Use layering to create visual interest (rugs over floors, curtains on windows)
💡 Example: Hardwood floor → Rug → Sofa → Throw blanket
Scale & Proportion
Match furniture size to room size (don't overcrowd small spaces)
💡 Example: Large living room: big sofa set; Small bedroom: minimal furniture
Lighting
Use lights strategically to highlight focal points
💡 Example: Lamp by piano to create cozy reading nook, chandelier in dining area
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I move my house after placing it?
Yes! You can move your main house, workbench, and building platform to new locations within your plots. This gives you flexibility in redesigning your layout.
What happens if I run out of load limit?
You'll reach a cap on the number of furniture pieces and decorations you can place. You must unlock new plots to increase your load limit.
Can I have multiple home designs?
Yes! Save multiple designs as blueprints. In co-op play, you can switch between different blueprint designs.
How do I earn gold efficiently for plots?
Best methods: Fishing (1,000-1,500g/hour), Cooking recipes (1,200-1,500g/hour), Gardening (800-1,200g/hour). Combining multiple methods is most efficient.
Is plot expansion necessary to enjoy the game?
No! You can enjoy Heartopia with just 2-4 plots. However, more plots give you more creative freedom and space for hobbies like gardening.
Can I change my house style after building it?
Completely! You can modify walls, colors, textures, or demolish and rebuild from scratch anytime without losing resources.
What's the fastest way to level D.G. Member ranks?
Complete all 5 daily Resident Requests every single day. This nets 150-250 medals daily. Consistency matters more than grinding long sessions.
Can friends help decorate my house?
In co-op mode, yes! Players can visit each other's homes and even place decorations together if you enable co-op building.
Do I lose decorations if I unlock new plots?
No! Your existing decorations remain in place. New plots simply add adjacent space.
What's the ideal home layout for a casual player?
4-5 plots is perfect for casual play. This gives you: main house, garden area, hobby space, and some decorative area. Doesn't require excessive grinding.