Outhaus

Arkular

Arkular is an Australian lifestyle agency and architectural firm specializing in the design of sustainable, prefabricated modular homes. They focus on creating attainable, architecturally designed homes suitable for various Australian environments, including rural, coastal, and city locations. Arkular positions itself as a facilitator, simplifying the design and construction process for clients by managing the architectural aspects while partnering with a network of world-class modular manufacturers for the actual building process. This approach aims to provide a cost-effective and efficient way to build custom, high-quality, and sustainable homes. Arkular's homes are designed with a strong emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency. They integrate passive solar design principles to create homes that are healthier, more comfortable, and less expensive to operate. The company prioritizes using locally sourced materials and systems whenever possible, selecting the most sustainable options available. Arkular believes in creating homes that are not just fashionable but enduring and environmentally responsible, serving as lasting legacies for future generations. Their designs are customized to the land and its unique environment, reflecting the owner's style and surroundings. The company offers an end-to-end service, providing clients with a dedicated team that includes architects, interior designers, and project managers. They streamline the building process, minimizing time frames and maximizing efficiency through prefabricated construction methods. Arkular partners with a select network of modular builders across Victoria, New South Wales, ACT, Queensland, Tasmania and South Australia allowing a national footprint. These partners use controlled building facilities to ensure quality and precision in the construction of the modular components. Clients are welcome to walkthrough the facility during construction. The prefabricated modules are then delivered to the client's site for assembly. Arkular works collaboratively with its manufacturing partners to ensure the final product reflects its architectural intent and involves clients throughout the entire journey.

Melbourne, Australia

Westbuilt Homes

Westbuilt Homes is an Australian modular home manufacturer with over 30 years of experience, specializing in crafting custom-designed, factory-built homes for diverse lifestyles across Queensland and New South Wales. Founded in 1993 by Jim Westerman in Warwick, QLD, the company completed its first modular home in Stanthorpe in 1994. By 2003, Westbuilt shifted its focus exclusively to relocatable and system-built homes, with Jim's sons later joining the growing family business. The company prides itself on offering a superior alternative to traditional building, emphasizing certainty, quality, and speed through its off-site construction method. Homes are precision-built in a controlled factory environment in Warwick, protecting against weather delays and ensuring consistent craftsmanship and efficiency. This process allows for faster completion once modules are delivered to the site, with handover possible in just weeks after on-site assembly, final installations, electrical, plumbing, and external structures like carports are completed. Westbuilt's product range caters to various settings and preferences, categorized into distinct collections: Seaside designs for coastal living, Urban for modern luxury and sophisticated architecture, Acreage for spacious country homes that maintain privacy, and Outback models specifically engineered for durability and affordability for farmers in remote and rural areas. They also offer fully customisable designs to reflect individual lifestyles, whether requiring open spaces for entertaining, dedicated home offices, or seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A key construction feature highlighted by Westbuilt is their use of steel-frame modular construction, known for providing consistent structural strength. The company is committed to sustainable building practices combined with luxury aesthetics. While specific certifications are not detailed, their commitment to quality and client satisfaction is evident through their streamlined process, consistent communication, and offering of display homes in Loganholme and Warwick, QLD, as well as virtual tours. One of their models, the Bangalow 124, starts from AU$392,000. Westbuilt aims to simplify the building journey, providing a stress-free experience from concept to completion for homeowners in Queensland and Northern New South Wales.

Canberra

Oly Homes

Oly Homes is a prominent Australian modular home manufacturer with a rich history in the construction industry, boasting over five decades of trusted experience. Founded around 1974, the company has seamlessly integrated its extensive knowledge into a modern, streamlined approach to home building, specifically through factory-built modular solutions. This long-standing heritage underpins their commitment to delivering quality homes on time and within budget, initially across Queensland and now leveraging this expertise for broader delivery across Australia. Specializing in both residential and commercial modular projects, Oly Homes offers a diverse range of stylish and highly personalized layouts. Their portfolio encompasses various home designs tailored for different lifestyles, including family residences, homes suitable for acreage blocks, and functional granny flats. The company prides itself on a collaborative design process, ensuring clients are actively involved in bringing their dream home to life with clear communication and significant design flexibility. For community and commercial developments, Oly Homes provides bespoke modular solutions, emphasizing transparent pricing and superior craftsmanship. The core of Oly Homes' construction methodology lies in its efficient and quality-controlled factory production. Utilizing a purpose-designed facility in Yandina, Australia, they achieve significantly faster build timelines, with homes typically ready for delivery and on-site assembly within just 8-10 weeks. A hallmark of their construction is the use of high-strength Australian steel frames, which offer exceptional durability, resistance to termites, enhanced fire safety, and compliance with stringent storm-ready standards. The company is committed to using only high-quality products from reputable brands, each tried, tested, and backed by a warranty, ensuring the longevity and performance of every modular home. While deeply rooted in Queensland, Oly Homes' capabilities and experience allow them to serve customers across Australia. They further support their clients with streamlined processes, including fixed pricing and advantageous modular financing options. These options provide access to significant progress payments, covering up to 80% of the build contract or 150% of land equity, even before the home is installed on site. This comprehensive approach aims to make the journey of building a new home a stress-free and enjoyable experience.

Canberra

Tiny Home Central

Tiny Home Central is an Australian manufacturer specializing in pre-built, modular tiny homes designed for a wide array of applications. These include additional dwellings, granny flats, rental accommodation, temporary housing, student accommodation, farm/rural accommodation, relief housing, and even adaptable spaces like gymnasiums. The company's inception was driven by its CEO, Tony, who, in seeking an offsite home office to bypass traditional renovation hassles, was highly impressed by the efficiency and quality of offsite construction. Recognizing a significant market need for functional, high-quality modular living spaces, Tiny Home Central was subsequently established. Their homes are meticulously built to be "Council Ready," "Transport Ready," and environmentally friendly, emphasizing reduced waste and superior energy ratings. The construction process involves manufacturing homes entirely offsite. These units are then transported to the chosen site fully equipped, arriving ready for effortless utility connections. This method significantly minimizes on-site construction debris, noise, and environmental impact. Key construction features include the use of True Core Steel Frames, full engineering, and comprehensive insulation. All homes are constructed to stringent quality standards and are backed by a 7-year builder guarantee. Tiny Home Central provides adaptable and convertible modular designs with highly customizable floor plans, allowing clients to tailor their living spaces to meet evolving needs and budgetary considerations. They also offer customization to comply with NDIS specifications. A significant specialization is their commitment to off-grid capabilities, preparing homes for seamless integration of solar panels, lithium batteries, composting toilets, and advanced water and waste systems, thereby promoting total self-sustainability. The company guides its customers through a clear seven-step process, from initial discussions and sketch creation to final delivery. While based in Queensland, their services explicitly extend "beyond" the region, serving a broader Australian market. They prioritize durability by partnering with top-tier suppliers, ensuring their homes are built to withstand the unique challenges of the Australian climate.

Canberra