🌊 CONTEMPORARY COASTAL HOME IN MENTONE
This coastal residence in Mentone has been thoughtfully designed to respond to its bayside setting along Port Phillip Bay, combining modern living with a strong connection to the surrounding environment.
Mentone is a well-established bayside suburb located approximately 21 km south-east of Melbourne’s CBD, known for its beachfront lifestyle, schools, and evolving residential character.
The home reflects a refined approach to coastal living, balancing open-plan spaces, natural light, and seamless indoor–outdoor connection.
As part of our coastal home design projects in Mentone and across Bayside Melbourne, this residence delivers both lifestyle quality and long-term value.
🧭 DESIGN APPROACH FOR COASTAL CONDITIONS
Designing in Mentone requires a strong understanding of:
- Coastal climate and wind exposure
- Site orientation and solar access
- Urban residential context
- Lifestyle expectations for modern homes
For this project, the design strategy focused on:
- Maximising natural light and cross ventilation
- Creating strong indoor–outdoor living connections
- Designing efficient layouts suited to family living
- Enhancing privacy while maintaining openness
- Selecting materials suited to coastal environments
This approach ensures the home performs efficiently while maintaining a refined and contemporary coastal character.
✨ KEY FEATURES OF THIS BEACH HOUSE
- Open-plan living, dining, and kitchen spaces
- Seamless connection to outdoor entertaining areas
- Smart zoning for privacy and flexibility
- Large openings for natural light and airflow
- Contemporary coastal finishes with durable materials
- Efficient spatial planning aligned with site conditions
📍 COASTAL HOME DESIGN IN MENTONE & BAYSIDE MELBOURNE
Mentone forms part of Melbourne’s desirable bayside corridor, offering a combination of coastal lifestyle and strong residential demand.
The suburb is known for:
- Beachfront living and established streets
- High demand for redevelopment and custom homes
- Proximity to schools, transport, and amenities
Designing homes in this area requires expertise in:
- Site-responsive coastal planning
- Functional layouts suited to lifestyle and environment
- Maximising outdoor connection and usability
- Navigating local planning requirements
Our team specialises in custom home design in Mentone, Parkdale, Cheltenham, and Greater Melbourne, delivering tailored solutions aligned with both lifestyle and development outcomes.
🏗 BUILDING DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
We provide a complete range of services for residential and development projects:
- Custom home design and spatial planning
- Town planning permit drawings and approvals
- Building permit documentation
- Development feasibility and site strategy
- Multi-unit and townhouse design
Our focus is on delivering high-quality design outcomes with strong development value.
📈 PROJECT OUTCOME
This Mentone residence delivers a balanced combination of lifestyle, functionality, and design quality. The home enhances everyday living while maintaining a strong connection to its coastal surroundings.
It represents a modern and practical approach to coastal home design in Melbourne.
📞 START YOUR COASTAL PROJECT
Planning a beach house or custom home in Mentone, Bayside Melbourne, or Mornington Peninsula?
We specialise in:
- Coastal home design
- Luxury residential design
- Custom home projects
- Development-focused design solutions
👉 Contact Vaastu Atelier to discuss your project.




