Beach Ave Residence
Elwood, Melbourne
A002304
Set within one of Elwood’s most coveted tree-lined pockets, this residence began as a classically original Californian bungalow, full of charm, personality and untapped potential. Its unspoiled exterior and untouched interiors carried the quiet beauty of a home with history, sitting proudly on a generous Elwood allotment just moments from the beach and the energy of Ormond Road’s café culture.
Archive Office has reimagined the residence with a considered architectural extension, new basement level and two crafted upper levels. The design balances respect for the home’s heritage character with a contemporary ambition for family living. Light, volume and materiality have been choreographed to create spaces that feel calm, refined and connected to the coastal setting.
The result is a home that preserves the nostalgia of its Californian origins while confidently embracing a new chapter one that supports everyday life, celebrates the site’s unique qualities and elevates the way the family will live for years to come.
