How much does a modular home cost in Ireland?

Modular homes in Ireland from New Chapter Homes start from approximately €45,000 depending on the model and specification. Our Chapter One, Two and Three series offer different sizes and finishes to suit a range of budgets.

Do modular homes in Ireland need planning permission?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. A permanent modular home used as a dwelling generally requires planning permission. Certain developments may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional.

How long does it take to build a modular home?

Modular homes from New Chapter Homes are typically manufactured within 8–12 weeks (indicative) and installed on site within a few days, depending on groundworks, site preparation, planning, and specification.

Do you supply garden rooms in Kildare?

Yes, New Chapter Homes is based in Naas, Co. Kildare and supplies garden rooms, garden studios and modular buildings across Kildare and nationwide.

Can I finance a modular home in Ireland?

Indicative finance options may be available from €200 per week (subject to status and lender approval) through our finance partners, with deposits from 10% and indicative approval timelines of 48–72 hours. Self-employed applicants are welcome. First-time buyers may also qualify for the Help-to-Buy grant (subject to scheme eligibility). Indicative prices cover the turnkey building, delivery and installation; site-specific works are assessed after the site survey and identified separately in the written quotation.

What is the difference between a modular home and a prefab home in Ireland?

Modular homes and prefab homes are often used interchangeably in Ireland. Both are built in a factory and transported to site. New Chapter modular homes are fully fitted — including kitchen, bathroom, plumbing, and electrical fit-out — and are built to the same building regulations (BCAR, Part L, Part B) as traditional homes, with an A-rated BER certificate.

Are modular homes energy efficient in Ireland?

New Chapter modular homes are designed for A-rated BER performance, with premium insulation, heat pump heating, and airtight construction. Actual BER performance depends on final specification and is confirmed on completion. Actual energy savings depend on usage, specification and the property being compared.

Can I put a modular home in my garden in Ireland?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. A permanent modular home used as a dwelling generally requires planning permission. Certain smaller garden structures may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional.

How long does it take to install a modular home in Ireland?

A New Chapter modular home is typically manufactured in our factory in approximately 8–12 weeks (indicative), then installed on your site within 1–2 days using a crane. The total timeline from order to handover is typically 10–16 weeks (indicative), depending on site preparation, planning, and specification.

Do Irish banks give mortgages on modular homes?

Modular homes built to building regulations and appropriately certified may be mortgageable, subject to individual lender criteria. We can advise on what lenders typically require and introduce you to finance partners. Indicative finance options may also be available from €200/week (subject to status and lender approval).

Do you build modular homes in Kildare?

Yes. New Chapter Homes is based in Naas, County Kildare, and builds luxury modular homes, sustainable garden pods and affordable housing across all of Kildare — including Naas, Newbridge, Kildare Town, Maynooth, Athy, Leixlip, Celbridge, Kilcock, Kilcullen, Johnstown, Sallins, Clane and everywhere in between. Our display village in Johnstown, Naas is coming soon — register your interest to be notified when it opens.

Do you build modular homes in Dublin?

Yes. New Chapter Homes designs, manufactures and installs luxury modular homes, sustainable garden pods and affordable housing across Dublin city and county — including Rathcoole, Clondalkin, Tallaght, Lucan, Blanchardstown, Swords, Malahide, Howth, Dun Laoghaire, Blackrock, Stillorgan, Dundrum, Rathfarnham, Castleknock, Clontarf and every area in between. A-rated, fully fitted homes from €45,000 (€200/week), installed in 6–10 weeks.

How much does a modular home cost in Kildare or Dublin?

Modular homes in Kildare and Dublin start from €45,000 for our Chapter Three compact home, with our two-bedroom Chapter One from €80,000 and bespoke family homes from €220,000. Indicative prices cover the fully fitted interior, delivery, installation, and certification. Indicative finance options may be available from €200/week (subject to status). Foundations, groundworks, service connections and other site-specific works are assessed after the site survey and identified separately in the written quotation.

Can I get a garden room in Kildare or Dublin without planning permission?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. Certain garden rooms and smaller modular units may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional. New Chapter Homes can advise on your specific site in Kildare or Dublin — contact us for a free assessment.

Bespoke Garden Rooms in Ireland: Custom Outdoor Living Spaces

Bespoke Garden Rooms in Ireland

A bespoke garden room is a custom-designed, factory-built room for your garden — tailored to your space, use and style, not an off-the-shelf shed. This guide explains what makes a garden room bespoke, the custom options, sizes, prices and how to design yours.

What Makes a Garden Room Bespoke?

A bespoke garden room is designed around you — your garden, your use, your taste. Unlike a standard shed or cabin, every element can be specified:

Size and layout — from a compact 10m² office to a 25m² studio
Use — home office, yoga studio, gym, music room, guest room, hobby space
Cladding — cedar, larch, render or timber
Glazing — full-height windows, bifold or sliding doors
Insulation — year-round usable spec
Interior — flooring, lighting, electrics, heating
Roof — flat, pitched or green roof

Bespoke Garden Room Sizes and Prices

Compact (10–15m²): from €35,000 — a home office or studio
Medium (15–20m²): from €35,000 — a larger office or hobby room
Large (20–25m²): from €35,000–€45,000 — a multi-use studio or guest room

See: Modular Home Prices Ireland

Popular Bespoke Uses

Home office — a quiet, professional workspace
Yoga or gym studio — a dedicated wellness space
Music studio — soundproofed for practice
Guest room — a self-contained bedroom
Hobby room — art, crafts, gardening
Garden retreat — a place to relax

Does a Bespoke Garden Room Need Planning?

A garden room up to 30m² at the rear of your house is often planning-exempt as an ancillary garden structure. Larger or differently placed rooms may need planning. We confirm at your site survey.

See: Planning Permission Ireland

Bespoke vs Off-the-Shelf

| Factor | Bespoke garden room | Off-the-shelf cabin | |---|---|---| | Design | Tailored to you | Fixed | | Quality | Premium, residential | Variable | | Insulation | Year-round | Often seasonal | | Lifespan | Decades | Varies | | Value | Adds real value | Limited |

Talk to Us About a Bespoke Garden Room

At New Chapter Homes, every garden room is designed around you. Book a free consultation to design your bespoke garden room.

Bespoke Garden Rooms in Ireland: Custom Outdoor Living Spaces

Bespoke Garden Rooms in Ireland

What Makes a Garden Room Bespoke?

Bespoke Garden Room Sizes and Prices

Popular Bespoke Uses

Does a Bespoke Garden Room Need Planning?

Bespoke vs Off-the-Shelf

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