Bring Your Dream Home to Life on the Mornington Peninsula

Bring Your Dream Home to Life

We design homes to make a positive and lasting impact on people, families, and communities. This requires delivering homes that match our clients vision for their dream lives across Melbourne, Bayside and the Peninsulas.

ACASÂ will help realise your vision by combining technical expertise and creativity.

Bring Your Dream Home to Life

Bring Your Dream Home to Life on the Mornington Peninsula

We design homes to make a positive and lasting impact on people, families, and communities. This requires delivering homes that match our clients vision for their dream lives across Melbourne, Bayside and the Peninsulas.

ACASÂ will help realise your vision by combining technical expertise and creativity.

Designed by ACASÂ

Here are a couple of our recent projects.

Yala by ACASÂ

Designed to blend seamlessly with its Mount Martha surrounds, Yala is a grounded, single-level family home centred around a tranquil courtyard. With rammed earth walls, darkened timbers, and native plantings, the home balances openness and privacy. Thoughtfully connected to the landscape, it offers calm, natural, light-filled spaces that feel both sheltered and immersive.

Herbert St, Mornington

Designed to blend seamlessly with its Mount Martha surrounds, Yala is a grounded, single-level family home centred around a tranquil courtyard. With rammed earth walls, darkened timbers, and native plantings, the home balances openness and privacy. Thoughtfully connected to the landscape, it offers calm, natural, light-filled spaces that feel both sheltered and immersive.

Capri Dve, Mount Martha

This striking contemporary home showcases modern coastal living with city-style luxury. The north-facing rear offers a private haven with alfresco entertaining, landscaped gardens, and a heated pool and spa. Featuring two living areas, four bedrooms, and a stone kitchen with a butler’s pantry, it blends design and function seamlessly. Perfectly positioned in Mount Martha, just metres from the village, South Beach, and the Yacht Club — everything is at your doorstep.

Complimentary Guide!

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Download our step-by-step guide to designing and building your dream home across Melbourne, Bayside and the Peninsulas.

  • Each step from "Defining your Vision & Budget" to "Final Inspections and Moving In"

  • Navigating Council and Building Approvals

  • Choosing a design partner to bring your dreams into reality

We just have a couple of quick questions.

Bringing their dreams into reality.

Trent & Brooke

Helena St, Mt Martha

"Outstanding service from start to finish. David and his team made what can be a very daunting process feel easy, and they were very organised; most of all, the design of the home was outstanding. Thanks so much; We highly recommend you to everyone."

Geoff & Linda

Morrisons Ave, Mt Martha

"The process from start to finish was first class - David was patient. Aesthetically, our home came up great, and from a space and layout perspective, he nailed it! Well done, David - we absolutely love the home you in no small way helped deliver."

Damien & Lina

Lincoln Ave, Sorrento

"Thank you, David and David from ACASÂ. From the moment we engaged D&D we were extremely impressed with their design, communication, and high level of service. Working together as a team made the process enjoyable rather than stressful. We can’t wait to move into our beautiful home in Sorrento. We highly recommend David and David at ACASÂ ."

The ACASÂ Journey

From overwhelm to ownership — here’s how we'll help you actualise your dream coastal home.

Where You're At Now

Designing and building a home is exciting — but it can feel complex and stressful without the right guide.

The Hero of This Story is You

You’re ambitious. You want a home that reflects your style, supports your family, and stands the test of time.

The Challenges You Will Face

  • The process may feel confusing.

  • You’re worried about costly mistakes.

  • You just want clarity, quality, and trust.

Meet with ACASÂ and the Plan Will Become Clear

We’ve helped hundreds of Peninsula families navigate this journey — with empathy, experience, and expert guidance. Following a Complimentary Discover Session, you will understand three stages of the design and building process, namely:

  1. Discover - The Discovery Session will be held at the offices of ACASÂ to understand your needs, vision, and site.

  2. Design – Beautiful concepts + council approvals, all guided by us.

  3. Deliver - We'll work with your builder to bring your dream home into reality.

What You Will Avoid

❌ Project delays and budget blowouts

❌ Poor design decisions you’ll regret

❌ The emotional toll of a chaotic build

What Success Will Look Like

🏠 A home that reflects your life

💬 A smooth, stress-free process

🙌 Pride in what you’ve created

Take the First Step Now

You’ve been imagining your dream home on the Peninsula for long enough — it’s time to act.

✅ Arrange a Complimentary Discovery Session at our Mt Martha studio

✅ Download our Guide to Building Your Dream Home on the Coast

FAQs

Your questions are answered, from design details to project timelines.

What is the first step in the design process with ACASÂ?

We start with a "Complimentary Discovery Session" at the offices of ACASÂ in Mount Martha. This no-cost and obligation-free initial consultation involves discussing your vision, requirements, and budget to shape a tailored design proposal. We will present past projects and our design & build process. Following this we will submit a Fee Proposal for your consideration.

How long does a typical home building project take from design to completion?

Your project's timeline could vary, ranging from a few months to a couple of years based on project size and complexity. However, be assured that ACASÂ will do everything to prevent delays in the design and approvals process.

Are your designs sustainable and energy-efficient?

Absolutely! Sustainability is a core component of our philosophy at ACASÂ. We incorporate eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient solutions to minimize environmental impact and ensure sustainability without compromising on style and functionality

Do you handle the necessary permits and approvals for construction?

Yes, ACASÂ manages all aspects of permit acquisition and ensures compliance with local zoning laws and building codes.

Can ACASÂ work within my budget?

We will strive to align project scope with your budgetary requirements without compromising quality.

Do you offer any follow-up support after project completion?

Yes, we provide post-completion support and maintenance advice, and are available for future modifications or additional projects.

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Your Partners in Home Design

Clear communication, honest advice, and a smooth process from vision to reality.

David Thomas and David Elbourne from ACASÂ know how to deliver dream homes that will meet your requirements for design, function, and efficiency.

  • Design, planning approvals, and the build journey— we'll remove all the headaches.

  • Based in Mount Martha with expertise in building and planning requirements.

  • Clear communication, every step of the way.

  • Experts in coastal, timeless, and energy-efficient design.