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High performance homes
Transportable / Prefab home
Design Options
23 Mar 23
What is a kitset home?

With other innovative construction methods vying for the spotlight, it can be difficult to know where to start, or whether a kitset home is even the best option for you.

Bankstown Holiday Accommodation
Design Options
Holiday park buildings
Pricing and Finance
Investment / Rental homes
07 Mar 23
Why prefabs are ideal for holiday parks

When building accommodation, holiday park owners need solutions that offer minimal site disruption, rapid construction, and high-quality facilities. This article explains why prefabricated buildings are the ideal solution for these requirements. We will cover what a prefab home is, how prefab construction works, and all the benefits of prefab homes for New Zealand holiday parks.

Haast home - Manor Build
Investment / Rental homes
Design Options
Transportable / Prefab home
Pricing and Finance
How to Purchase
01 Jul 22
The benefits of good farm accommodation

Whether you’re looking to build a new farm home, replace existing units, or see whether your existing housing solution meets current legislation, this article will help uncover the answers.

Manor Build - Entri plan home
Housing market trends
High performance homes
Granny Flats
07 Apr 22
Can I subdivide and build on my section?

The prospect of subdividing your section and building a new home on it can be a great way to maximise its value or change your living situation. It’s a huge undertaking though, so we’ve compiled eight important points to help you decide if it’s the right move for you.

Family in lounge of a Manor Build home
High performance homes
Transportable / Prefab home
Housing market trends
15 Jul 21
What is a positive pressure home ventilation system?

Two of the leading factors of an unhealthy home are dampness and moisture, which can be caused by water entering your house from the outside, or from moisture inside your home being unable to escape. Thankfully, there are ways to say goodbye to these unwelcome guests by ensuring your home is well ventilated.

Image of several transportable homes
Investment / Rental homes
Design Options
How to Purchase
Pricing and Finance
Understanding Council Consents and fees for your prefab home

Explore the council regulations and potential expenses linked to purchasing a new transportable home

High performance homes
Investment / Rental homes
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.

Interior image of a modular home
Investment / Rental homes
Pricing and Finance
How to Purchase
Transportable / Prefab home
5 essential tips for organising your finances

Before beginning your building project, this article has our top 5 tips for getting your finances in order. Read it now for all the information you need to understand the financing process for a prefabricated home.

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