Whether you’re planning a permanent sea change, or building your dream holiday house on the coast, finding the right design is key to getting maximum enjoyment from your new home. Externally, it should blend with the surroundings and showcase your personal style, while on the inside, you need a design that suits your family’s lifestyle and includes beach-friendly features like no carpet for easy sand clean up.

Modular homes are a great choice for your beach house project. Their flexible and contemporary designs suit families of all sizes, and look right at home in coastal locations. Plus, the off-site modular building process means less site disruption and faster construction times compared to a conventional build, so you can enjoy your beach retreat sooner. Here we’ve handpicked three of our favourite modular homes for seaside living.

If you’ve outgrown your home, or it’s in need of some serious work, you essentially have three choices: sell, renovate, or knockdown and rebuild. Traditionally, selling or renovating have been the preferred options, however, there has recently been a strong trend towards knockdowns, especially when using modular construction methods for the rebuild.

So, if you’re keen to avoid the expense and stress of selling and buying, and the headaches of renovating and extending, then a knockdown rebuild might be the way to go. Plus, if faster construction times, less site impact and more design flexibility appeals, then building a new modular home may be the answer. Here are 10 reasons why.

While there is no simple answer to the complex problem of housing affordability, many experts in the construction industry are putting modular homes forward as part of the solution. And with good reason – modular homes are currently grossly under-utilised in Australia. Of the $150 billion construction sector, modular buildings currently contribute just 3 percent, or $4.6 billion. But this looks set to change over the next decade, with experts predicting that by 2027, one in ten new homes built here will be modular.

Other countries around the world have embraced modular construction to meet the demand for housing needs to great effect. In Japan, housing manufacturers mass produce customisable modular homes that make up around 15% of their sizable residential market. While in Sweden, modular housing accounts for a whopping 70% of the market share.

The foundation is probably not the first thing that springs to mind when you picture your new home, but it is a critical component of a strong and long-lasting house. When it comes to foundations, there are several options to consider. Each have their own benefits, and are particularly suited to certain site or design requirements.

If you’re like most people who are considering building a new modular home, you’re probably hugely excited - and if it’s your first time, maybe a little apprehensive too. Building a house is a big project, with many decisions to be made along the way. But the good news is that with careful planning and some tips from the experts, you can pull it off in as little time and with as little stress as possible.

We’ve built hundreds of modular homes and have learnt a lot along the way. Today we’re sharing our top five considerations when building your new home to ensure a smooth and successful project from start to finish.

If you’re building a new home, it makes sense to research your options carefully – especially when it comes to your hot water service.

After all, water heating is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions from the average Australian home and can account for 25% of your household’s energy usage.

For your hot water system, there are four main choices: electric, gas, heat pump and solar. When building a new modular home, both gas instantaneous and electric storage systems are available as a standard inclusion. Both are good options, but if you’re serious about long-term benefits you can’t go past solar. 

The final article in our Process Focus series looks at the work of our on-site team. This stage of your project includes site preparation, delivery and installation, and all the finishing touches to complete your home so it’s ready for handover.

On average, the site work phase takes four weeks to complete, however, like the construction phase, the time it takes varies depending on the individual requirements of the project, and external factors such as weather. We keep it short by beginning our site preparation while your home is being constructed, which is another way modular homes can be built faster. 

Here’s an overview of the site work process, week-by-week so you know what to expect.

Your kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s where you and your family gather to create meals, share a snack, or grab a quiet moment with a cuppa and a magazine. So, when you’re planning and designing your new modular home, it’s important to get it right.

The first step is to choose a layout that matches your lifestyle and makes the most of your available space. But an equally important element of a beautiful and functional kitchen is your choice of appliances. The size, location, and type of appliance are all key considerations – here’s a few tips to help you find the right fit.

When you build a new modular home, the level of standard inclusions plays a big part in the overall value of your home.

Within our standard inclusions range, there are a variety of high level fittings and features to choose from to suit your personal style and complement your chosen design.

On top of this, we also offer a huge range of upgrades. This gives you the option to add a little luxury to your home, or to include an additional feature that enhances your lifestyle. But when choosing your upgrades, it’s important to get the balance right.

Here’s our top 10 upgrades that will bring style, comfort and value to your new home.

So, you’ve finalised your design, organised the required preliminary reports and planning applications, and your contract and building permit are signed off and ready to go... it’s now time to build!

The construction phase is where modular homes really excel, as typically, this part of the process only takes around 8 weeks, which is generally much faster than a standard conventional build.

This 8-week timeframe, from factory commencement to delivery on site, is based on an average-size standard home – but every project is unique, and so it can vary. For example, smaller homes can be built even faster, while larger or custom designed homes can take longer.

Here we’ll take a closer look at what’s happening with your home during those 8 weeks, so you can see how it comes together.

There’s a lot to consider when you build a new home - from the floorplan and colour scheme, to the exterior and façade.

The decisions you make along the way will come together to create your dream home - and when designing the interior, one of the most critical elements is your lighting.

While your electrical plan may not be something you’ve thought too much about, the right lighting not only has important practical benefits, it also has a huge impact on the style and mood of your home.

Here we’ll share some handy tips to help make choosing the right lighting for your new modular home simple.

If you’re lucky enough to own a block of land in a beautiful location, you’ll want to take full advantage of the surrounding views.

Whether your outlook is the beach, bush, valleys, or mountains, finding a house design that makes the most of the scenery is a must.

But building a home that captures your view doesn’t happen by chance – it’s all about a well-chosen design. The best design will showcase your views from the areas you frequent the most, like your living area, kitchen and bedrooms, and should also include spaces both inside and out where you can enjoy it. Here, we’ve picked four of our best modular homes that do exactly that.

If you’ve decided to build a new home, chances are, you can’t wait to get started!

But the reality is, before construction can begin, there are lots of things that need to be taken care of. Whether you’re building a modular home or a conventional one, the requirements of the pre-construction stage (and the length of time it takes to organise) are much the same. If you’ve got the right support and are fully prepared, you’ll get things sorted in the shortest possible time and save yourself a mountain of stress in the process.

In this article we'll look at everything you need to know about the pre-construction phase of modular building...

When our clients Phil and Debra decided to make the move from Melbourne to the beautiful Lake Tyers Beach in Gippsland, Victoria, they were looking for a modern and spacious modular home to build by the water.

A modified version of our 3-bedroom Anglesea design was a perfect fit.

Check out the video of the installation below...

Delivered as three modules, the home was installed by our on-site team with the help of a crane, and the optional garage was built on-site.

Whether you’ve grown up in the country, or are leaving the city for greener pastures, building on a rural block offers many benefits.

The opportunity to be closer to nature and to escape the hustle of city living is certainly an attractive prospect. But while this is great news in the longer term, building a new home on a rural block, does present some challenges.

But building in the country doesn’t need to be a headache. Modular home construction in rural and remote locations can minimise the challenges and make the process faster, easier and more economical. So, if you’ve found yourself the perfect block and are ready to build in the country, here‘s why building a modular home is a great choice.

Building a new home in a high Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) area can be daunting – and although it does pose some challenges and additional costs, with careful planning, it’s definitely achievable.

In Victoria, there are designated Bushfire Prone Areas. If your land is located within one, you’ll need to obtain a BAL rating and adhere to the specified bushfire construction standards that apply. These standards aim to improve the level of bushfire protection on homes and will affect the types of materials you can use and include other site-specific requirements.

So how does your rating affect the construction of your new home? Here we’ll explain how to build a modular home on a property with a high BAL rating, in three simple steps.

When you build a new modular home, you have a multitude of options available, both inside and out. From the tiling to the tapware, and the cabinets to the benchtops, each choice you make will give your home a unique and personal touch.

Your exterior features are the most obvious elements and should be chosen with care. And while your house design and façade are key, it’s your choice of cladding that ties it all together.

Here we’ll discuss the four main cladding options available to help you choose the best fit for your new modular home.

If you’re building a new home, whether it’s a conventional or modular home, securing finance in today’s market can be a challenge. But by arming yourself with the right knowledge and seeking out some expert advice, it’s a challenge that can be overcome.

Understanding which factors lenders are currently focusing when assessing loan applications, and what their attitudes and processes are when it comes to modular homes will give you a big advantage. Plus, if you’ve identified your own borrowing power, and discovered where to get independent expert advice, you’ll put yourself in the best position to secure the right loan for your needs.

So here are four simple but essential tips to help you get finance to build your dream modular home.

Getting your bathroom right is a key aspect of a well-designed home. When your layout and fittings are a good match for your family’s needs, you’ll create a functional space that makes your morning rush that much easier. But if it turns out not to your liking, it’s costly and inconvenient to change.

Here we’ve highlighted 10 important areas to consider when planning your new bathroom.

If you’re ready to build a new home in the suburbs or city, modular homes are a great option. Whether you need a compact house for solo living or a large family residence, there are stylish modular designs to suit every taste.

There are many contemporary modular home designs that are ideal for urban living – here we’ve chosen four of the best.