The Mornington Peninsula contains a diverse mix of properties.

There are established suburban streets, coastal blocks, sloping sites, acreage properties, older homes and locations affected by vegetation, access constraints or particular planning considerations.

For that reason, a knock down rebuild on the Mornington Peninsula should never be approached as though the property is an empty, level block in a new estate.

The existing site needs to be understood before the new home is developed.

At Bevnol Homes, we work with homeowners considering custom builds and knock down rebuilds across areas including Mount Eliza, Mount Martha, Mornington, Rosebud, Dromana, Rye, Merricks Beach and surrounding suburbs.

The design process begins by looking at the characteristics of the land.

Where does the best natural light come from? How does the property fall? Are there significant views, existing trees or neighbouring homes that should influence the layout? Is access available for demolition and construction vehicles? Are there overlays or site requirements that need further investigation?

These questions can materially affect the design and cost of the project.

A home designed for a coastal location may require different responses to a home on an inland acreage property. A narrow established site may require careful planning around access and setbacks, while a sloping property may benefit from a split-level design rather than extensive excavation.

The objective is not simply to place an attractive plan on the site.

It is to create a home that belongs on that particular property.

Bevnol Homes can customise an existing design, work from client-supplied plans or develop a tailored home around the site and household.

We also coordinate the project through pre-site and construction, bringing together drafting, engineering, administration, suppliers and site supervision.

For homeowners considering a knock down rebuild on the Mornington Peninsula, early site assessment and design guidance are valuable.

The more the design responds to the land from the beginning, the better positioned the project will be as it progresses towards detailed pricing and construction.