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Vic Housing Group is making steady progress on its first demonstration (spec) home, a modular secondary dwelling designed for placement at the rear of existing properties. 



The project, now at the frame stage, marks a key milestone for the company after several months of development and is intended to showcase the practicality and appeal of modular construction in the current housing market.


Company representative Brenton noted that the team is keen to document and share the build process publicly. Updates on design evolution and construction progress are planned for social media channels so interested parties can follow the project as it moves toward completion.

Council and Stakeholder Visit

A recent site visit brought a busload of council representatives and others interested in secondary dwellings. Visitors toured the frame-stage structure, reviewed plans, received brochures, and viewed product renders. 



The visit provided valuable feedback and helped demonstrate how modular secondary dwellings can fit on existing lots—an increasingly relevant option as housing pressures grow.

Market Trends Favoring Modular and Transportable Homes

Demand for modular and transportable homes continues to rise, driven largely by the high cost of traditional brick-and-mortar construction. In places such as Swan Hill and more broadly, buyers are exploring modular solutions as a more cost-effective alternative. 



Some customers are combining two modular units to create a larger home rather than a single secondary dwelling or unit. The sector itself is evolving, with transportable and modular designs becoming more flexible and refined to meet changing buyer needs.

Current Challenges

Labor availability remains a widespread constraint across Australian businesses, including the building sector.
While Vic Housing Group is navigating the same conditions faced by many firms, the company continues to advance its demonstration project.

Looking Ahead

Over the next six months, Vic Housing Group expects to complete its first spec home and open it for public viewing.
Once the demonstration dwelling is finished, the company plans to transition into full-scale sales of its modular secondary-dwelling product.


The project illustrates how modular construction can offer a practical response to housing affordability and site constraints, particularly for secondary dwellings on existing properties. 



As the first home reaches completion, it will provide a tangible example of the approach Vic Housing Group is bringing to the market.