Case Study: A Fresh Start—Knock Down Rebuild with Architectural Intent
A knock down rebuild project detailing the transition from demolition to a completed custom home. […]
Category: Custom Home Case Studies
Every custom home tells a story shaped by site, lifestyle and architectural intent. This category features in‑depth case studies of homes designed and built by Destination Living, offering a closer look at how design thinking is translated into built form.
Each case study explores the unique challenges and opportunities of a project — from site constraints and planning considerations to spatial planning, material selection and construction outcomes. Together, these projects demonstrate how a considered, design‑led approach creates homes that are both highly liveable and architecturally enduring.
Case Study: Architecturally Designed Homes for Sloping Blocks
A case study demonstrating how sloping sites can be transformed through thoughtful architectural design. […]
Case Study: Designing for Constraints — Architectural Homes on Narrow Sites
A narrow site case study focused on circulation, light and functional planning. […]
A Difficult Block Case Study
A real project case study demonstrating how a challenging residential site was resolved through architectural design. […]
Melbourne Homes In Construction
An overview of custom homes currently being built by Destination Living throughout Melbourne. […]
Case Study | Doncaster Dual Occupancy
A case study exploring the design and delivery of a dual occupancy home in Doncaster. […]
Case Study | Rosanna Corner Block Family Home
A corner block case study focused on spatial planning, orientation and family living. […]
Interview: Chris & Janelle on their Ringwood Home
A homeowner interview reflecting on the design and build experience of a custom Ringwood home. […]
Eaglemont Project: Architects Response
An architect’s insight into the design approach, constraints and solutions behind a custom Eaglemont home. […]
Aberfeldie Project Review
A review of a completed Destination Living project in Aberfeldie, detailing design intent and execution. […]
Sloping site project review – Wheelers Hill
A project review highlighting the design and construction approach for a sloping residential site. […]
Croydon Project Interiors by Destination Living Interiors
An interior‑focused project review highlighting finishes, joinery and spatial decisions in a Croydon custom home. […]