Do you have a relative with whom you wish to share your home and want to offer them the privacy of a self contained granny flat? Granny flats and annexes can offer a greater degree of independence for relatives than living in the principle dwelling.

The humble granny home, actually, belongs to a tradition that stretches back more than a hundred years, to an era when widows used carriage houses to add to their income, couples spent the summer in them and let out the main house to guests, and bachelors, young couples and workers regarded them as const effective places to live, within easy walking distance of work.

While the trend is to move away from more traditional brick and tile house construction, Australian designers are exploring new construction methods that will take full advantage of innovative, new materials which are being introduced into the modular accommodation market.

Actually, when you think about it, the construction methods developed for manufactured homes make more and more sense, considering the rising costs of onsite building, the extra expense of complying with OHS regulations, and the demands of making sure new building work is environmentally friendly and sustainable.

There are several Australian companies which offer a variety of manufactured homes to suit every budget and taste. They will offer a choice of floor plans so you are sure to find one that is just perfect for your needs. They can also customise a floor plan to conform with any special needs. There is also a choice of exterior looks to choose from.

So, whether you need a granny home to be added to an existing house plot, or a lakeside cabin, or a seaside home, it’s good to know there are affordable solutions available.

Kit homes have many applications – they are ideal for granny flats, military accommodation, miners’ accommodation, teenagers’ retreats, relocatable homes – anywhere where a suitable piece of land is available.