At Pleysier Perkins Mini Homes, we specialise in crafting high-end granny flats and compact second homes that combine innovative architecture with exceptional functionality, setting a new benchmark for small-space living in Melbourne. Whether you're looking to transform your garden with a luxury addition or create a chic getaway on your countryside property, our luxury granny flats and small second homes seamlessly blend form and purpose, guaranteeing results.
With an array of thoughtfully pre-designed Models and tailored Custom Designs, we guarantee that every luxury granny flat we create is perfectly suited to your site’s specific needs and intended use. Our pre-designed options provide a cost-effective, streamlined solution, while our custom services cater to those seeking one-of-a-kind, high-end spaces that are meticulously tailored.
Each of our designs maximises natural light, optimises views, and incorporates eco-friendly materials, making them a perfect fit for Melbourne’s varied landscape. Whether it’s a sleek studio, a one-bedroom haven, or a two-bedroom retreat, every granny flat and small second home we deliver is designed to harmonise with its surroundings.
With over two decades of experience in both residential and prefabricated architecture, PP Mini Homes is your trusted provider of premium luxury granny flats across Australia. By partnering with skilled prefabricators and contractors, we ensure a smooth process from the initial concept to the final build.
Explore our collection of luxury granny flats or come discuss your bespoke second home project in Melbourne with us.
A contemporary variation on the traditional workers' huts dotted around rural UK. This simple, neatly detailed, gable roofed structure is a cost effective solution that would suit any garden. Roof variations available.
28 - 36 sqm.
Price from $200,000
A sharp, highly refined minimalist concept featuring a skillion roof and a generous linear kitchen. External cladding is custom selected with options including privacy screens, pergolas, a bay window seat, and OSB internal cladding.
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45 - 60 sqm.
Price from $250,000
An elegant rectangular design, characterised by a pop-up roof and expansive highlight window. Maximising light and solar efficiency with the potential for interesting vistas (over fence height), the pop-up can be oriented in any direction best suited to its context.
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60 sqm.
Price from $300,000
A dramatic, sculptural form and finely-crafted structure, including bespoke built-in joinery and furniture. The broad end of the wedge provides generous living, with a soaring ceiling opening to the garden; the bathroom is at the thin end, featuring a top lit circular shower.
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26 sqm.
Price from $320,000
Set on an efficient square footprint, featuring a mezzanine bedroom on top of the bathroom and a double height living space. Abundant natural light and sky views are maximised through a generous skylight, while glass doors connect to the garden.
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60 sqm.
Price from $350,000
Victoria’s new regulations simplify the process of building luxury granny flats.
- Land size: your property must be at least 450 square metres to qualify.
- Setbacks: granny flats must be positioned a minimum of 3 metres from the back boundary and 1 metre from the side boundaries.
- Size limits: the dwelling cannot exceed 60 square meters.
- Occupancy: unlike previous rules, Melbourne’s updated regulations allow granny flats to be rented to anyone, not just dependents of the homeowner.
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.
It’s advisable to work with your local council or a registered building surveyor to confirm your plans align with the rules.
At Pleysier Perkins Mini Homes, we handle all of this for you.
Custom designed and built to Passive House Standards, featuring a distinctive form and playful materiality. The rooftop garden assists with cooling during summer, while concrete floors and large windows contribute to passive heating in the cooler months. The home offers expansive views towards the Puffing Billy Trail and the surrounding landscape.
A thin cantilevered roof plane supported by masonry walls and steel columns creates an elegant pool-side pavilion at the rear of the garden. Sited on the boundary, the design maximises the pool area and seamlessly integrates the interior and exterior spaces.
Designed for the Airbnb market, this A-frame concept features cathedral ceilings leveraging scenic country views. A bathroom and kitchen pod sits under the mezzanine bedroom, accessed via a spiral staircase. Utilising natural, robust materials, exposed steel beams offer structural expression while plywood walls and floors add warmth.
This Custom Design provides a flexible studio/sleepout with ensuite and an adjacent terrace for parking and outdoor entertaining. Raw, robust materials including recycled bricks and concrete reflect the laneway vernacular, while the green roof adds a lush view from the main house.
Please send your questionnaire (via ‘Discuss your project with us’) and we’ll review your property information and conduct a desktop feasibility study, based on the information provided.
You will then receive an email explaining our advice with the opportunity for an online meeting to further discuss the design/s and cost estimate/s.
We’ll also advise on our proposed building methodology and appropriate contractor for your project.
Finally, if you’d like to proceed we’ll provide a Fee Agreement to complete your Mini Home design & documentation (refer Stages 2 & 3).
Upon procurement of a land survey, we’ll confirm siting and present your Mini Home design and building quote for your approval.
Design documentation includes plans, a 3D model, and selections schedules outlining all materials, windows, interior finishes, fixtures, fittings and equipment.
With your approval we’ll proceed to Stage 3.
Our team will complete the building documentation and coordinate the inclusion of all consultants' documentation (including engineering and arborists report if required) for procurement of the Building Permit (from our licensed Building Surveyor) and Building Contract.
Our builder partner will then provide you with the Building Contract for approval, so they can start on site!
Our builder will prepare your site and services for the installation or on-site construction of your Mini Home.
Once complete, we’ll arrange certification and hand over the keys!
Please advise if you would like to discuss landscaping works with Pleysier Perkins to ensure a seamless integration with your garden!
