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Looking at transportable home plans seems easy peasy at first glance, that is, until you try to compare them. Floor plans show rooms, dimensions, and layouts, but it can be hard to imagine what it will be like to live in day to day. Understanding...

One of the most common questions that comes through our inbox is “can I have a granny flat on my property?” And while the answer is usually yes, it will always depend on your site, how the home is built, and your council. What’s allowed in one part...

More and more people are looking for affordable transportable homes in NZ due to rising build costs, longer waits, and uncertainty around what a finished home will actually cost. Offsite construction is changing the way we build homes. Below are five...

Modern transportable homes have come a long way in recent years. What were once seen as something purely functional are now among the most in-demand housing options in New Zealand.  At Ezyline Homes, we specialise in architectural transportable homes...

Thinking of adding a granny flat or secondary dwelling to your property? With new legislation set to take effect in early 2026, now is a smart time to start planning. Here’s what you need to know about the new rules, what they mean for you, and how...

Finding land is easy. Finding land you can build on is harder. For property investors and small-scale developers, narrow sections and hard-to-access sites come with question marks. That’s where the Skinny Series from Ezyline Homes comes in. Turning...

Despite our best efforts, there’s still a perception in New Zealand that transportable homes are fixed designs with no flexibility. The reality couldn’t be further from the case.  Customisable transportable homes offer a level of choice that’s much...

When you’re running a farm, housing tends to be on the agenda at the worst possible time. Money is already tight, but you need somewhere for staff to live if you want to attract them before the next season kicks off. Logically, you know the...

As the demand for accessible housing continues to grow, future-proofing your transportable home ensures that it remains functional, comfortable, and adaptable for all stages of life. Whether for aging in place, accommodating family members with...

Buying a transportable home is a big decision. Whether it’s for your main residence, a holiday retreat, worker accommodation, or a secondary dwelling, there are several moving parts to consider beyond just the floor plan. If you’ve been researching...

If you’re considering building a home in New Zealand and are exploring low-cost options, you’ll have come across terms like prefab, modular, transportable, and kitset. They might be lumped together as low-cost housing options, but they’re each quite...

Flexible, durable transportable homes in NZ. Ideal for family living, holiday baches, rentals, or property investment opportunities.

Discover the true cost of transportable homes in New Zealand. Get transparent pricing for base builds, transport, site works, consents, and extras so you can budget confidently.

Does choosing paint colours for your home seem hard?   Slight white, off white, black, white…who knew there were so many shades of white! And if you don’t go with a shade of white, what colour should you go with? If you find yourself staring at...

Building a home is a massive learning curve and it can be very steep at times!   Plans can seem overwhelming. An initial floor plan can be difficult to understand and unpack alone. Ezyline homes offers support to help broaden your understanding...

Building a house from a set plan may seem restrictive. But each house is as unique as its owner and set plans are no exception.   You don’t have to settle for a bland cookie cutter home. You can make it distinct and reflect your own individual...