In a country battling high housing costs and tight urban planning rules, one tiny home builder is breaking records - and reshaping how Kiwis think about affordable living.

Despite government efforts to cool the property market and build more homes, the New Zealand housing system remains under pressure in 2025.

In 2024, the New Zealand Government proposed a reform that would allow homeowners to build a small secondary dwelling - up to 60 or 70 square metres - on their property without needing resource consent or, in some cases, even building consent.

If you're in the market for a tiny home in New Zealand, there’s one name you need to be cautious of - Shane Opal (also known as Shane Black)…

With housing costs continuing to rise across New Zealand, more Kiwis are exploring tiny homes as a faster, more affordable way to get on the property ladder. One growing trend is the surge in imported tiny homes from China…

Buying a tiny home is a big investment - and not all units are created equal. With more suppliers entering the market, it’s important to separate the good from the risky.