On the drawing board
On the drawing board: The Fast Slow project
This project team is harnessing the benefits of prefabrication, natural materials and DIY building to make sustainable homes more accessible to everyone.
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House profiles
Fresh face
Panelised prefab construction was the answer for this Melbourne dwelling on a block with tricky access and mature trees.
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House profiles
Frugal & flexible
This Perth residence combines prefab efficiency with flexible dual occupancy, all on a budget.
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House profiles
Fabulous indeed
Kate and Jonathan brought their retirement vision to life with a modular home that they optimised for sustainability.
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House profiles
Outside the box
A Melbourne home pushes the boundaries of Passive House design, employing prefab panel construction to help break away from the typical boxy form to capture views and sunlight on a tricky site.
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In focus
Prefab performers: 16 of the top rating modular and prefabricated homes
We look at the latest developments in prefabricated and modular design & construction in Australia and New Zealand.
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News
Sanctuary 42 out now – Prefab performers
Sanctuary 42 is out now, with a special feature on the latest developments in the modular & prefab industry in Australia.
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Design workshop
Design workshop: Modular mountain magic
A house designed around a series of modular units seems like a great solution for this holiday home in Victoria’s alpine region.
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In focus
Composite benefits: When are SIPs the right choice?
Many households now factor construction time and expected energy bills into their project bottom line. Could structural insulated panels be an answer to lowering them both?
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New build
Shipshape retreat
Working with a modest budget, architect Matt Elkan transforms four salvaged shipping containers into a stylish, low-maintenance getaway on the NSW south coast.
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House profiles
Kiwi bach
Designed as a student project for an international green building competition, this reimagined Kiwi ‘bach’ has found its permanent place on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island.
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