With building labour and supplies in short supply and high demand, along with the rising cost of living, many people are turning to alternatives when building their homes.
One such alternative rising in popularity is the prefabricated, or modular, home.
Modular homes are houses built off-site, usually in an indoor factory-like setting.
They are completed in sections, or modules, according to specific plans.
These sections are then transported to the site where they are assembled by builders and installed into the foundations.
Approximately five per cent of all homes in Australia were modular in 2019 and this is expected to rise to as much as 25 per cent by 2025, but what are the pros and cons?
The glaring benefit of modular homes is the cost: with fewer materials required, less materials wasted and not as many workers needed to complete the job, consumers experience enormous cost savings.
Most prefab homes are also being designed with energy efficiencies in mind, sticking to strict guidelines set by the Australian Building Codes Board that cover off integral components, accessories and fittings to reduce the volume of energy used and water wasted.
Consumers are also realising that a cheaper build does not equate to a lack of quality.
Prefab homes don’t have to lack high-end panache, with modules being transformed into luxury homes and even mansions all over the world.
The boxy design also aligns with architectural trends that have been rising in popularity over the last decade.
One of the bigger expenses involved in modular homes can be transportation.
Land access issues or remote property locations can result in a spike in transportation costs and any damage done to the house on the truck can be difficult to rectify.
Different companies offer different styles of modular homes, breaking the stigma that all modular homes look alike.
They vary in size and design and can be easily customised, making modular homes a great option that allows for style and substance at an affordable price point.
Up to 25 per cent of all homes could be modular by 2025
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