A house reborn to accommodate the growth of the family

A new residential building has been built on a large site on Australia's Mornington Peninsula. 'LPS Residence', designed by Davidov Architects, was built on the site of the family's existing home. As the number of family members increased, the existing house was no longer suitable, so the client commissioned a house with a completely new concept.

Three independent architectural forms

The most striking feature of this house is that it consists of three individually expressed architectural forms rather than a single building. Each shape serves a clear function: sleeping zone, living zone, and dining zone.

These three building forms are arranged in a cluster surrounding a central entry courtyard. Each space is connected around the courtyard while maintaining independence, simultaneously accommodating the privacy and community life of each family member.

Architectural narrative created by separation of functions

In traditional residential architecture, the bedroom, living room, and dining room are usually separated by a wall within one building. However, the LPS residence reveals this functional division through the architectural form itself. Each space has its own volume and appearance, giving the impression of three small houses gathered together toward the courtyard.

This design approach allows residents to physically experience the transition of space as they move through the home. The movement from sleeping to eating, and from eating to resting, becomes an architectural journey rather than a simple indoor movement.

Layout in harmony with the nature of the Mornington Peninsula

Mornington Peninsula is a coastal region southeast of Melbourne, famous for its rolling hills, vineyards, and beaches. By distributing the buildings to take advantage of the large site, the visual connection with the surrounding natural environment was maximized in each space. The central courtyard serves as a transition space that brings the outside scenery inside, and can be read as a design that reflects Australia's outdoor living culture.