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Come and Say Hello! Visit Our Office Show Home in Motueka
Our Modular Office Show Home in Motueka Some buildings are best understood in person. That is why we built our…
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Tiny homes on Wheels in NZ – A Comprehensive Researched Guide
Updated 15 October 2026 Putting a tiny home on wheels does not settle how it is regulated in New Zealand.…
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The End of the RMA…
What the New Planning Laws Mean for Your Cabin If you’ve been dreaming of adding a transportable cabin or a…
Read MoreGranny Flat Rules Q&A: Questions we’ve been asked
New Granny Flat Rules: Your Questions Answered It’s been a few weeks since the new granny flat legislation came into…
Read MoreWhat actually happens when you add a Granny Flat
What Actually Happens When You Add a Granny Flat Thinking about adding a granny flat often starts with a simple…
Read MoreIts All Go! Granny Flat Rules – Update #6
New rules mean you'll soon be able to build a granny flat up to 70 m² without a building consent.…
Read MoreTransportable homes: a different approach
Transportable Homes: A Different Approach For a long time, building a new home has meant muddy sites, weather delays, and…
Read MoreA Fresh Start: Designing space for what matters in 2026
A Fresh Start: Designing Space for What Matters in 2026 The start of a new year often brings a quiet…
Read MoreA better Bach setup
A Better Bach Setup Traditional baches tend to try and do everything in one building. Sleeping, storing gear, cooking, relaxing,…
Read MoreHow to maximise your Airbnb occupancy rates
How to Maximise Your Airbnb Occupancy Rates Last week, we explored how turning your property into an Airbnb can be…
Read MoreTurning your property into an Airbnb: A smart way to generate extra income
Turning Your Property into an Airbnb With more people travelling domestically and choosing unique, private places to stay, the short-term…
Read MoreResale Value: Features that pay off in 10 years
Discover the home features that add the most resale value over 10 years. From energy efficiency to flexible layouts, here's…
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