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Need more space at home but not sure which way to go? It’s a question we get asked all the time here in South East Queensland: should you build a granny flat or extend your existing home? Both are great … Continue reading →

Wondering whether a granny flat is worth the spend? It’s one of the most common questions we hear — and with property prices and rents climbing across South East Queensland, it’s a smart one to ask. The short answer? For … Continue reading →

Thinking about adding a granny flat to your South East Queensland block? Then you’re probably already picturing what it could look like. Good news: gone are the days of the boxy, beige demountable parked in the backyard. Today’s granny flats … Continue reading →

So you want to know how to get a granny flat approved? Whether you are building a new home, house extension, or granny flat – it can be a confusing process getting your project from the design stage to construction. … Continue reading →

Are you looking to buy granny flat plans and take control of your project? Continue reading →

If you’re thinking about adding a secondary home or granny flat to your property, then congratulations! But first you should know about the hidden costs of building some won’t tell you about. Australian families are moving to build granny flats … Continue reading →

As the world becomes more crowded and urbanized, the concept of tiny house living is gaining momentum as a way to simplify and downsize, offering a path to a more intentional and sustainable lifestyle. Tiny house living is not just … Continue reading →

You can now rent out a granny flat in Queensland thanks to changes to state laws. Previously, most Local Councils only allowed granny flats (or secondary dwellings) to be built for family members or loved ones. But in the wake … Continue reading →

Properties surrounded by stunning trees and bushlands can be the perfect spot to build a small home or granny flat. However many people don’t know there are essentual rules to building in a bushfire zone. It’s one of the major … Continue reading →

Did you know the federal budget includes a capital gains tax exemption for granny flats? This is fantastic news for anyone interested in adding a Funky Little Shack to their backyard. It is hoped this measure will allow more families to care … Continue reading →

Are you looking for ways to house your elderly parents without hurting their age pension? Let’s talk about the Granny Flat Interest Rule. It’s how ageing Australians are downsizing to live with family without potentially affecting their government payments. Thousands … Continue reading →

Just about everyone is looking for ways to save on living costs with an eco-friendly home. Living in Australia and with average temperatures rising every year, you need to budget for soaring electricity bills. The cost of keeping the lights … Continue reading →

Are you looking for ways for a first home buyer to build their own small home? At first thought it may seem impossible. It’s no secret just how hard it’s become for young adults to purchase their own home. There’s been … Continue reading →

Are you looking for an alternative to aged care or over 50s resorts? Many Australian families have been looking for ways to keep their parents safe & happy during COVID-19, especially with how it’s affecting aged care homes. There have … Continue reading →

Do you need an SDA accessible home, but don’t know where to start? Whether you are looking to build for yourself, a loved one or wanting to future proof your next home – creating an accessible home can be a … Continue reading →

Downsizing and minimalist living: It seems to be the ‘movement’ on everyone’s minds at the moment… and rightly so! Decluttering, living leaner and having a life filled with things that you actually need were some of the driving reasons why the … Continue reading →

Are you looking for some free advice on how to get a bank loan for a granny flat? Funky Little Shack founder Mel Miller recently sat down with mortgage broker Ryan Carter for an in-depth discussion. They covered a tonne … Continue reading →

We at Funky Little Shack pride ourselves on our ability to create a luxury sustainable small home or granny flat. Here we go into detail on our ethos of Triple Bottom Line Sustainability. We incorporate its principles in every design … Continue reading →

Can you get a bank loan for a kit home? We talked to a mortgage broker to get all the answers on financing kit/modular homes, transportable homes and traditional builds. With small homes and granny flats on the rise, Australian … Continue reading →

Want to know how rising building costs have affected granny flat prices? It’s no secret that the cost of construction has spiked dramatically in the last 6-12 months. The average cost to build a new house has reportedly risen by … Continue reading →