Garden Studios

Frequently Asked Questions:

How long does it take?

Time from first contact to completion for the Pod is usually 2 months, while for our larger models it will take longer.

Can I customise the design?

Absolutely. All our designs can be tailored, or we can create something entirely unique to suit your site, aesthetic, and lifestyle needs.

What sizes are available?

Our 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom luxury granny flats are up to 60m2, while our Pod is 10m2.

Are these suitable for renting out?

Yes, all our Models are suitable for renting out with the exception of the Pod, due to its size.

Do modular garden studios look boxy or generic?

Not with us. Our modular designs are architect-led, featuring high-end materials, thoughtful layouts, and natural light - just like our traditional builds.

Is a kit-of-parts cheaper than modular?

Not always. Kit systems save on transport and crane hire, but costs depend on site complexity, finishes, and local labour availability.

Which method gets approved fastest?

In Victoria, all construction methods follow the same council planning process, though modular and kit builds can often be installed quicker once approvals are in place. NB. the Pod does not need council approval nor a building permit due to its size.

Do you handle council approvals?

Yes – we provide a start-to-finish service including site assessment, planning, approvals, and construction.

What are the Victorian planning rules for granny flats?

In Victoria, although planning permits are no longer required for most small second homes as of December 2023, you will still need a building permit to ensure compliance with safety and building standards. The Pod does not require council approval nor a building permit due to its size.

Which construction method do you use?

We don’t push one system over another - we tailor the solution to your property & budget. So, it could be a prefabricated granny flat for fast suburban installation, a kit build for urban infill or difficult to access locations, or a bespoke onsite granny flat.

Are PP Mini Homes built to Australian building standards?

Yes - all our models comply with NCC, BCA and relevant Australian Standards, and are built under OH&S requirements with builder’s warranty insurance.

What type of foundations and subfloor do you use?

We use engineered foundations (such as concrete piers with steel stumps) supporting a galvanised steel base and structural sheet flooring for a strong, level platform.

How well insulated is a PP Mini Home?

The floor, external walls and roof are all insulated to improve comfort and energy efficiency.

What kind of windows and doors are included?

Our Models have aluminium glazed sliding doors plus operable windows positioned to suit your outlook.

What are the internal wall, ceiling and floor finishes like?

Always finished to the highest standards, materials range from natural cork, OSB, or plasterboard to the walls and ceiling, timber floorboards and natural timber as the deck.

What electrical inclusions come as standard?

A base inclusions are internal double power points, recessed LED downlights and external lights, with scope to add or upgrade as needed.

How is a PP Mini Home powered

All PP Mini Homes can be connected to the mains power, or can be self sufficient by adding solar panels on its roof and a battery to the rear.

What structure and roof system do you use?

We use engineered timber framing with a high-quality metal roof, gutters and flashings for a durable, weather-tight shell.

What cladding options are available?

Our palette focuses on Colorbond metal cladding, Barestone-style fibre-cement panels and other fibre-cement systems, often combined with solid natural timber walls.

Is decking included and what is it made from?

Where included, decks are built on a steel or treated timber subfloor and finished in solid natural timber, often wrapping onto adjacent walls or soffits.

Where can I see the full specifications and floor plans?

We can send you our latest specifications and floor plans as a PDF via the “Start your cost estimate” form.

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About

Pleysier Perkins Mini Homes delivers high-quality architecture to your garden in Melbourne and beyond.

We offer pre-designed Models and Custom Designs, with a service that is purposefully flexible, to suit all requirements.

The Models are cost effective and time efficient, while our Custom Design service suits more complex and unique projects. Either way, we will consider your site and brief before confirming the optimum design solution and construction methodology.

Our architects, Pleysier Perkins, have over twenty years’ experience in residential and prefabricated architecture. In partnership with our longstanding prefabricators and contractors, we design and deliver your ideal mini home in a seamless, four-stage process.

PP Mini Homes.

Pleysier Perkins Mini Homes.

Mini Homes
For Your Garden.
‍Create your perfect
escape with your
architect-designed
garden studio.

We deliver high-quality architecture to your garden in Melbourne and beyond.

Garden studios
by PP Mini Homes

Frequently Asked Questions:

About

Think Mini,
Live Large.

Mini Homes For Your Garden.‍Create your perfect escape with your architect-designed garden studio.

We deliver high-quality architecture to your garden in Melbourne and beyond.

Garden studios by PP Mini Homes

Frequently Asked Questions:

About

Think Mini, Live Large.

Mini Homes
For Your Garden.
‍Create your perfect
escape with your
architect-designed
garden studio.

Garden studios
by PP Mini Homes

Think Mini,
Live Large.