Architect-Designed Custom Homes in Bayside: Brighton, Brighton East, Elwood & Elsternwick
The Bayside suburbs of Brighton, Brighton East, Elwood, and Elsternwick are among Melbourne’s most desirable places to live. Many of our clients choose to stay in the neighbourhood they love but rebuild their home to reflect their lifestyle today. At Destination Living, we design and build architecturally led custom homes that respect the unique character of Bayside while delivering modern, luxurious living.
Why Build in Bayside?
Why people choose Brighton, Elwood and surrounds for their forever home
Life by the bay means access to beaches, tree-lined streets, vibrant shopping strips, and excellent schools. These suburbs combine heritage charm with contemporary lifestyle, making them ideal for families, professionals, and downsizers alike.
Knock down rebuilds are especially popular in Bayside. Clients can stay close to the water, their favourite cafés, and established networks, while upgrading their home to suit the way they live now. Our role is to design a house that enhances the streetscape, fits council guidelines, and takes full advantage of Bayside’s natural light and outlooks.
Local Projects
Homes designed in and around Bayside
Our 164 Brighton Architectural Showcase demonstrates the level of design, craftsmanship, and innovation we bring to Bayside projects. It highlights how modernist principles, natural materials, and seamless indoor–outdoor living can come together to create a truly bespoke home.
We have also delivered custom homes across Melbourne’s inner and bayside suburbs, each designed to reflect the client’s lifestyle while respecting its setting.
Knock Down Rebuild in Bayside
Why knock down rebuilds are popular in Brighton, Elwood and Elsternwick
Renovating can mean compromise. In Bayside, where heritage rules and block shapes vary, a knock down rebuild is often the best way to achieve a new, future-ready home that still fits the neighbourhood.
Destination Living manages the entire process — from feasibility and permits to design and construction — so you can feel confident that your new home will reflect both your lifestyle and the local aesthetic.
Downsizers in Bayside
Designing downsizer homes by the bay
Bayside is a popular area for downsizers who want to simplify their lifestyle without leaving the neighbourhood they know. We design homes with efficient footprints, clever storage, and future-proof features, all while maintaining a sense of luxury and refinement.
FAQ’s Bayside & Brighton Custom Built Architecture
Can I knock down and rebuild in Brighton or Elwood?
Yes. Many of our clients in Bayside choose to knock down and rebuild. We manage the planning and permit process to ensure your new home meets council requirements.
How do you design homes that suit the Bayside aesthetic?
We draw on local character, setbacks, rooflines, and material palettes to create homes that blend seamlessly into Brighton, Elwood, and Elsternwick streets.
What planning considerations apply in Bayside?
Planning often involves heritage overlays, coastal design requirements, and setbacks. Our architects manage these constraints to unlock the best design outcome.
How do you design for coastal conditions in Brighton and Elsternwick?
We specify durable, corrosion-resistant materials and integrate design strategies to protect your home from sea spray, wind, and sun.
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