Lake Haven House makes thoughtful use of a long lakeside site, retaining the existing rear dwelling while introducing a contemporary three-bedroom home at the street frontage.

Separate access and a two-lot subdivision allow both residences to function independently, with open-plan living extending to a covered alfresco area and garden.

The result balances privacy, practicality and connection, creating two distinct homes with a simple, contemporary character.

Rather than starting again, the design builds on what is already there. Careful siting, private gardens and a clear relationship between the two dwellings allow the property to evolve while preserving the established home and its lakeside setting.

Set on a long lakeside site, the proposal retains the existing rear dwelling and introduces a contemporary three-bedroom home at the street frontage.

Separate vehicle access and a two-lot subdivision allow both homes to function independently.

Open-plan living connects to a covered alfresco area and garden, while upstairs bedrooms provide privacy.

Charcoal cladding, light - coloured finishes and timber details give the new home a simple, contemporary character.

The new two-storey home occupies the street-facing portion of the site, while the existing dwelling remains towards the lake.

A driveway along one side provides access to the rear home. Separate entries, gardens and planting give each dwelling its own sense of privacy.

The ground floor follows a sequence from street to garden. The entry and lounge sit at the front, with the dining area and kitchen leading towards a covered alfresco space.

The garage, laundry and WC are grouped along one side, allowing the main living areas to remain open and connected.

Upstairs, three bedrooms and their bathrooms form a quieter, private level.

The design makes room for an independent new home while retaining the existing dwelling, using a clear layout and a strong connection to outdoor space to make the compact front lot feel generous.

Lake Haven House brings a new chapter to an established lakeside property, retaining the existing rear dwelling and introducing a contemporary three-bedroom home at the street frontage.

Separate access, private gardens and a proposed two-lot subdivision give each home its own space and independence.

The new home pairs a simple two-storey form with charcoal cladding, light finishes and warm timber details.

Inside, living spaces connect to a covered alfresco area and garden, while bedrooms upstairs offer a quieter retreat.

Together, the two homes make thoughtful use of the long site, balancing everyday practicality, privacy and connection to the outdoors.

The story begins with a long, sloping site and a home already rooted at its lake-facing end. Rather than remove it, the project makes room for a second home near the street.

The new house has its own entry and private garden, while a driveway along the side preserves access to the existing dwelling.

Inside, the plan moves from the street-facing lounge through the kitchen and dining area to a covered alfresco space.

Bedrooms sit upstairs, away from the shared living areas. Together, the two homes show how a site can grow while retaining what was already there.