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Apr 24 2025

Big News for Small Homes: Granny Flat Consent Changes in New Zealand

Changes are underway in New Zealand’s housing sector, and they’re especially good news for anyone considering a compact, comfortable home. The Government has recently announced plans to increase the maximum size of granny flats that can be built[…]

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Feb 27 2025

Cladding Options for Your Transportable Home

When choosing cladding for a transportable home, you need materials that look great but are also lightweight, durable, and easy to move. Heavy cladding like brick or stone simply won’t work for a building that needs to be relocated. Instead, we[…]

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Jan 30 2025

Manor Build: Top Home Design Choices of 2024

As we reflect on 2024, we’ve noticed a clear pattern in the design features chosen by our Manor Build clients. From sleek exterior styles to carefully curated interior finishes, these popular selections combine both function and flair—perfect for[…]

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Dec 13 2024

Why Manor Build Homes Are the Perfect Option for Farm Accommodation

When it comes to accommodating farm workers, few solutions tick all the boxes as effectively as Manor Build’s transportable and prefabricated homes. Designed with rural needs in mind, these homes offer the perfect balance of convenience,[…]

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May 16 2024

Affordable Living Redefined - Exploring Affordable and Cheap Transportable Homes in NZ

In an era where traditional homeownership is becoming increasingly unaffordable for many, the appeal of cost-effective alternatives is on the rise. New Zealanders are turning towards innovative housing solutions that don't compromise on quality or[…]

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May 03 2024

Cost-Saving Strategies for Your New Home: Maximising Value with Modular and Transportable Homes

In New Zealand, the dream of homeownership can feel just out of reach for many due to soaring property prices and construction costs. However, the growing popularity of affordable prefab homes and modular solutions is changing the landscape,[…]

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Jan 30 2024

The Total Cost of a Transportable Home in NZ: All You Need to Know

Introduction: Building a home is an exciting journey, and in New Zealand, transportable prefab homes have gained popularity due to their flexibility, speed, and affordability. While the idea of a transportable prefab home may seem straightforward,[…]

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Dec 18 2023

Our 2024 Building Predictions

Introduction: As we head into a new year, a number of recently released policies and market trends will influence the affordability and availability of housing. Below is our prediction of the key factors that will have the most effect on residential[…]

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Nov 22 2023

Why prefabs are ideal for office buildings

Are you looking for a new office space with brand-new facilities? Finding your ideal office building is a challenge but building one can also bring its own difficulties. Not only do you need a cost-effective and customisable building design, but you[…]

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Oct 27 2023

What is a high-performance home?

Are you thinking about building a new home? It can be daunting to know where to start so we’ve covered everything you should know about high-performance homes in this article.

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