Our plans are thoughtfully designed to meet Auckland Council’s minor dwelling requirements, with flexible layouts offering one or two bedrooms to suit your needs.

If you’re after more room, our larger designs provide comfortable two- to three-bedroom options, tailored to align with Waikato District Council regulations for 120sqm minor dwellings.

Planning to build in another area? We work closely with trusted local planners to assess feasibility and ensure your project meets the relevant council guidelines.

Get in touch today and discover how we can help you unlock the full potential of your property.

Explore Our Range

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Studio One

Studio One is a comfortable one-bedroom 65sqm home, perfect for those who appreciate cozy living spaces. It's an ideal choice as a secondary dwelling and can be used for teenagers looking for more space, grandparents, permanent or a short-term rental.

A modern metal garage with two large doors and a wooden sunroom with outdoor seating, surrounded by landscaped trees and shrubs, under a partly cloudy sky.
Modern metal and wood garage building with three garage doors, large windows, and a small outdoor seating area with two beige chairs, surrounded by landscaped greenery and palm trees under a blue sky.
A modern metal building with a two-car garage, dark gray siding, large windows, and a small outdoor seating area on a porch surrounded by landscaped plants and trees under a partly cloudy sky.
3D floor plan of a house showing a two-car garage, a kitchen, a living room, a bedroom, and a bathroom.

Studio Two

Studio Two offers a spacious two-bedroom home, making it an excellent choice for families or those planning to use it as their main residence or a minor dwelling in the Waikato District.

This design maximises space. It includes a functional kitchen and one bathroom with plenty of storage.

A modern house with a combination of wooden and metal siding, surrounded by green grass, plants, and trees, with patio chairs outside and a concrete pathway leading to the entrance.
Top-down view of a house layout with a garage containing two cars on the left, a kitchen and living room on the right, two bedrooms, and a bathroom in the bottom right corner.

Deluxe Three

If you're looking for a larger family home with three bedrooms, our Deluxe Three is your best bet. It retains all the great benefits of our other designs while offering additional space and storage.

Modern house with metal siding and wooden deck, outdoor furniture, and landscaped yard with bushes and trees, under a blue sky.
A modern metal building with three garage doors and one side door surrounded by landscaped greenery, trees, and a paved driveway under a partly cloudy sky.
A modern house with a metal siding on one side and wooden siding on the other, featuring a small deck with two chairs and a sliding glass door, surrounded by a well-manicured lawn and landscaped plants.
A three-car garage connected to a modern home with an open-concept living area, three bedrooms, and bathrooms. The garage has three parked vehicles and storage shelves, with a home office corner.

Deluxe Detached

If you have or are looking to utilise more space and create some separation between your dwelling and shed, this design is for you. A three or four-bedroom dwelling with two bathrooms, separate laundry, office and spacious kitchen/dining/living area is connected to your new shed by a double bay carport giving you sheltered parking, leaving you with more quality shed space.

A modern house with a blue and brown exterior, large windows, a porch, a patio with a dining area, and a detached garage with three roll-up doors, set in a landscaped yard with grass, small trees, and shrubs.
3D floor plan of a house with an attached garage that contains two cars. The house interior includes a living room, dining area, kitchen, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a small office space.

Deluxe Grande

This concept is an example of a high-end primary dwelling and shed. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living spaces over two levels including a mezzanine floor overlooking the lower living area and a viewing window overlooking your classic car collection in the shed. Work alongside us to create a special space tailored to your specific requirements.

Modern two-story house with black metal siding and wooden accents, large windows, a porch and a backyard patio with outdoor seating, surrounded by a green lawn and fenced yard.
Interior view of a modern house with living room, kitchen, bedroom, garage, and various rooms showing open floor plan.
A modern metal building with three large garage doors, surrounded by a concrete driveway, grass, and small bushes, with a patio area and trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
3D floor plan of a house with a garage, living room, dining room, two bedrooms, and a bathroom. The garage contains three cars and storage shelves.

Customise Your Shed Living Experience

At Shed Living, customisation is key. We will work with you to design a habitable shed to suit each client’s specific needs.

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