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The New Family Estate: Blending Traditional Homes with Tiny Homes for Generational Living

As the cost of living continues to rise, many Kiwi families are turning to multi-generational living by utilizing Mum and Dad’s section or family land. Tiny homes and cabins provide a practical, affordable, and sustainable way to create independent spaces while staying close to loved ones. When combined with Smart Housing Solutions, these compact dwellings become even more efficient and comfortable....

Lease-to-Buy Cabins and Tiny Homes - A Game Changer for New Zealanders Facing the Cost of Living Crisis

New Zealand’s housing market has long been a tough landscape to navigate, with skyrocketing property prices, rising rents, and a cost-of-living crisis that’s leaving many struggling to secure stable accommodation. Homeownership, once a cornerstone of financial security, now feels out of reach for a significant portion of Kiwis. Enter lease-to-buy cabins and tiny homes—an innovative solution that’s making homeownership more attainable, flexible, and affordable....

Why Steel is the Smart Choice for Tiny Homes and Cabins

When it comes to building a tiny home or cabin, one of the most important decisions is choosing the right framing material. While timber framing has long been the traditional choice, steel framing is quickly gaining popularity - especially in the realm of smart housing solutions. Here's why steel framing might be the superior option for your next tiny home or cabin.1. Durability and Strength Steel frames are incredibly strong and resistant to wear and tear. Unlike timber, which can warp, crack, ...

Affordable Housing NZ

Tiny homes are emerging as a key solution to New Zealand's affordable housing needs. Offering sustainability and eco-friendliness, these compact dwellings provide benefits like cost-effectiveness and reduced environmental impact, appealing to both individuals and families.Embracing tiny living enhances sustainable practices while allowing for personalization to meet individual tastes. With smart designs and efficient use of space, tiny homes are shaping an affordable, eco-friendly future for NZ ...

Modular Tiny Living - The Vision

We found ourselves in the same position that a lot of Kiwi's find themselves in - the prospect of moving home in an already pressured housing and living crisis, this is where it all started!We weighed up our options, rental, lease and purchase.  Rentals and Lease - few and far between, loads of applicants to compete with.  Purchasing a home - multi buyer contracts, high interest rates and high repayments.  We had to think outside the square... while we were still seeking the eluvi...

Why Dynex Palliside is the ideal choice for our Tiny Homes

When building a tiny home or cabin, every detail counts - especially when it comes to choosing the right cladding. At Smart Housing Solutions, we understand the importance of durable, weather-resistant materials that offer both aesthetic appeal and practical benefits.  That's why we use Dynex Palliside cladding on our Premium and Deluxe Tiny Homes and Cabins. We are located at Raglan and being coastal we experience harsh winds, heavy rainfall, the west coast polar blasts and dryin...