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Here we share insightful resources to help you on your journey.
Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or you’re ready to get into the details, our resources cover everything from council approvals and costs to design ideas, materials and how a Greenspan building comes together.
You’ll find practical guides and useful information for Melwood garden rooms and larger Cedarspan barns alike.
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The ultimate guide to the perfect prefabricated backyard building
So, you need (or simply want) more space, and you’ve decided to achieve it with a prefabricated, modular garden room, studio, cabana, cabin, or pod? Call it what you will, first off, congratulations on making a smart building choice! You’re among the many Australians who have recognised that this…
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Barn home plans? The NCC 2022 changes
Update October 2026: The NCC 2022 changes covered here, including energy efficiency, livable housing and condensation, are now in force. NCC 2025 was published on 1 May 2026, and states are adopting it on different dates through to May 2027. Until then, NCC 2022 still applies in most states. NCC…
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5 unique Melwoods for when your backyard is ‘Australia’
Country, coast or city, there’s a Melwood for every backyard Sometimes your backyard is the great Australian countryside. And when it comes to our Melwood range of garden rooms, there are no rules! So, if you’ve ever dreamed of a peaceful weekender nestled among gum trees or a stylish studio…
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How much value does a garden room add?
Is a garden room a good investment? A garden room is a detached outbuilding often designed to extend functional indoor living space into the backyard. So, if you’re considering investing in a prefab garden room, it’s probably because you’re looking to add room and value to your life. However, you’re…
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A granny flat alternative, the detached studio revolution
Australia’s housing crisis is a stark reality. As the population increases, property prices and rental costs continue to rise steeply across the country, and the need for affordable housing solutions has never been greater. Soaring property prices and rental shortages are making it increasingly difficult for many Australians to achieve…
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9 outdoor rooms to inspire your backyard living space
Beat the heat with a garden retreat Outdoor living is a quintessential part of the Aussie lifestyle. Sun-drenched gardens, sparkling pools…we love entertaining friends over a barbie and relaxing with family in the backyard oasis we’ve created. But our harsh Australian summers, with high temperatures and damaging UV rays, often…