Australians can now buy a DIY tiny home directly from Bunnings, with Bunnings Flatpack Pod Homes priced from $26,100 to $42,900. Designed and built by Melbourne-based company Elsewhere Pods, these prefabricated structures can be assembled in just a few days and, in some cases, may not require a building permit.
For years, Australians have relied on Bunnings for timber, nails, tools, and materials to build homes themselves. Now, the retail giant is offering an entire house in a flatpack format for under $45,000. The pods are targeted at customers who are comfortable using tools, including tradespeople and experienced DIY enthusiasts.
The flatpack pods are available in two sizes. A 4-metre by 2.4-metre black studio is priced at $42,900, while a smaller 2.7-metre by 2.4-metre studio costs $26,100. Bunnings previously sold outdoor rooms under its QuickBuilt brand, but the new pods developed with Elsewhere Pods feature a more modern, architecturally designed appearance.
Bunnings Chief Operating Officer Ryan Baker said demand for affordable, space-enhancing solutions is growing as homeowners look for cost-effective ways to add value to their properties. He described the pods as a response to changing customer needs in an interview with the Australian Financial Review.
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Elsewhere Pods was founded in late 2022 by Matt Decarne, who was inspired to turn his idea into a business after his mother was displaced during the 2022 northern New South Wales floods. The company offers a wide range of tiny housing solutions, including two-storey designs and pods up to 2.7 metres wide, which are built and delivered on site.
These homes are designed for fast construction and are particularly suited to flood-prone or remote areas. Elsewhere Pods has also found strong demand from Airbnb hosts and eco-tourism operators seeking compact, architecturally designed accommodation. According to Yahoo Finance, the company is generating close to $9 million in sales.
In addition to flatpack options, Elsewhere Pods sells pre-assembled units for backyard use as home offices, creative studios, extra bedrooms, or streaming spaces. Some customers have also used the pods for art studios and workspaces.
Prefabricated and modular housing is becoming increasingly popular in Australia as a response to rising property prices, housing shortages, and growing living costs. Many Australians are now considering tiny homes, studios, and granny flats as alternative housing solutions or nature retreats.
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Retail expert and RC Advisory director Trent Rigby said the move makes sense for Bunnings, calling it a natural extension of the retailer’s DIY focus. He noted that selling pods also creates additional spending opportunities through fit-outs, lighting, storage, and landscaping.
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However, Rigby warned that building approvals and permit requirements can vary significantly between councils and states. He added that the main challenges often relate to foundations, services, and approvals rather than the flatpack itself. Bunnings and Elsewhere Pods have been contacted for further comment.