Hobbies are a great way of relaxing, learning a new skill and keeping your brain active. But sometimes your hobby doesn’t really fit with your house. In these cases choosing to use a transportable unit as a hobby room can be the perfect solution. Transportable units come fully completed so there’s …
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Heating your transportable unit
If you have a transportable cabin on your section and someone is in it all year round, you should consider heating your transportable unit to make it comfortable. Heating a small unit needs a clever combination of efficient heating that does not take up much space. Think about whether you can heat …
Changes to the Building Act make it easier to add a second dwelling
If you are planning on building something extra on your Auckland section, the process is becoming easier with changes to the Building Act. The changes, due to come into effect later this year, mean that some smaller projects will now no longer require consent from the local authority. This will …
Using transportable units for farm workers
If you run a farm, vineyard, forestry or fruit growing site or any other business where you need seasonal workers, then you might want to consider providing accommodation. Transportable units for farm workers or other seasonal staff are a great option without the hassle of permanent …
Ways to make your transportable cabin a professional home office
If you run a business from home but don’t like mixing business with family life, then a garden home office using a transportable unit is the perfect solution. But making your transportable cabin a professional home office takes a little bit of planning. It is important to make your office practical …
Using a transportable cabin for a holiday home
If you have found the perfect section near the beach or in the bush and are wondering whether to build or not, then using a transportable cabin for a holiday home could be the ideal solution. Whether you are planning to use the cabin yourself for weekend retreats or family holidays or use the …
