DIY - YZY Kit Homes

Eco-Friendly Private Noosa Hideaway Project

Peacefully resting among the tall trees, this custom-designed project is a sustainable hideaway with instant appeal.

Nestled on a secluded 10-acre block by a lake, with a stunning coastal national park on its doorstep, the Noosa Hideaway is an impressive, eco-friendly home in every sense. Built as a DIY project, the home is a customized version of our Iceland that has been altered to suit the needs of our clients. Perfectly finished with natural materials and simple, modern styling, the home blends seamlessly with the surrounding natural habitat and lush greenery. Read on to discover the features and design elements that have come together to create this beautiful, sustainable home.

DIY Studio Built by Father and Son Proves the ideal Solution to Create More Space

When David wanted to build a poolside studio to extend the space in the family home, our backyard cabins proved ideal.

Set in an elevated position, our cabin looks right at home in the gorgeous tropical setting in Mount Gravatt, Queensland. With a bedroom, ensuite and living area complete with kitchenette, it provides a comfortable and self-sufficient studio retreat for David’s adult son, restoring space and harmony to the family home.

Building the Madeira Granny Flat as an Owner-Builder

Building a granny flat or backyard cabin as an owner-builder is an exciting and rewarding experience—but if it’s your first time, it can be a little daunting too!

So to give you some insight into where to start and what needs to be done when, check out this short video made by our client Susie, and the accompanying article, where she shares her experience of managing her Madeira granny flat backyard project.

Investment property Ibiza built by owner-builder

Nearing retirement Jim, a father of two young adults was looking for options to get his children into the property market. The family decided to purchase a block of land with an existing house and add a granny flat to double the income by renting two properties.

View from veranda to bedroom addition in Coolum Beach QLD

Simple and affordable bedroom addition, Coolum Beach QLD

Owner-builder Neil wanted to add a bedroom to his home, and our backyard cabin proved to be fast, simple, and affordable.

When Neil decided to add guest accommodation to his Coolum Beach home, there was already an existing deck where the room was most likely to go. So, rather than remove it, he opted to build our mass timber backyard cabin alongside the deck, creating a stunning flow-on effect from the main house. Better still, it looks as though it’s always been there!

Pool house in backyard Southern Highlands

Jennifer and Scott’s Pool House

This beautifully styled pool house allows Scott and Jennifer to enjoy their pool even when it is too cold to swim.

When they decided to build a poolside studio, Jennifer and Scott visited the local timber yard for supplies, and just happened to see our Crete backyard cabin on display. On close inspection, it was exactly the right size, was easy to construct and the solid timber look and feel perfectly matched what they had in mind.

It was a thrill when our Rhodes was finished and the kids could move in. We put our 2 older teenagers in here. It's just completely changed our world having them in this space. Honestly, we could not love it more. I pinch myself every day when I see it. Thank you for creating such an incredible product we are so proud to own. Case study

Catherine

I was amazed by how well the building insulated is. I only turned the Air conditioner on once or twice during summer even on we had 5 days straight of over 40 degrees.
It serves me well, I’m very comfortable in my new home. Anybody who has come to my new home was very very impressed! Case study

John

YZY Kit Homes and Custom Creations worked with us to help us realise our dream, from our original concept to our finished cottage. We couldn’t be happier with how they worked with us and the level of care and craftsmanship they applied. Nothing was too much trouble. Do we recommend them? Yes, without any hesitation. Case study

Faith and Richard

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