Jacinta Cleary

The housing affordability crisis, inflation and a desire for an energy-efficient home in the face of rising energy bills have many people considering prefabricated and modular construction as a reliable solution.

We look at what’s new in the industry, and profile a range of local suppliers in our modular and prefab guide.

This coastal house was prefabricated offsite using a straw bale wall system, then assembled onsite. The owners carefully selected construction materials and the optimal location for the dwelling for best bushfire resistance, moving it away from the…

This modular holiday house proves smaller is better when out in the bush. You don’t need much on a bush holiday. A view and a place to rest your head is often comfort enough when seeking a nature escape. With this in mind Adelaide’s C4 Architects…