Benefits of Simple Houses

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Many New Zealanders don’t even contemplate building their own first home because they believe the process to be too expensive, time consuming and complicated.

However, building a simple house can be just that – simple. They are simpler to design, to approve, to build, to afford and, most important of all, to enjoy living in.

Anyone interested in building a simple home can ask their architect or designer to use the the details and specifications in the Simple House Acceptable Solution. The Acceptable Solution ensures your home meets the requirements of the Building Code – so gets consent faster – and provides options for innovation so each home is as unique as the people that live in it.

The Acceptable Solution ensures the entire process – from design to approval to build – is seamless and cost-effective, resulting in well-designed first homes that use low maintenance materials.

If you are interested in building a Simple House then talk to your architect or designer for inspiration. Designers and architects can print the Acceptable Solution (PDF) from this website or purchase it through VicBooks, Victoria University’s bookshop.

You could also be eligible for a Government loan for your new house. Read more on the Welcome Home Loan website.