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.

Stainless Steel Cabinetry & LED Lighting: What Makes a Premium Outdoor Kitchen

Not All Outdoor Kitchens Are Equal

Walk through the specifications of a premium bespoke garden kitchen — like those from Daniel Adams Outdoor, who brought AFA Kitchens to the Irish market — and you quickly see what separates a lasting investment from a short-lived BBQ island.

The difference lives in the cabinetry, the lighting, the hardware and the finishes.

Stainless Steel Cabinetry Built to Last 50 Years

A premium outdoor kitchen cabinet is built with an internal stainless steel frame for reinforcement. Screws fasten securely without loosening or stripping, and the cabinet is durable and pressure-resistant.

The result is a kitchen cabinet that can last for 50 years — not a season, not a few years, but decades. That is the standard we build to at New Chapter Homes.

6-Layer Stainless Steel Door Panels

Premium door panels use a multi-layer structure — typically six layers — finished with an environmentally friendly 220°C baking process comparable to automotive paint. The finish is deep, consistent and highly resistant to weather, UV and wear.

Sintered Stone or Stainless Steel Countertops

Countertops are available in sintered stone (heat- and stain-resistant, with a premium architectural look) or stainless steel (hygienic, timeless and indestructible).

COB LED Lighting Throughout

Lighting is what turns an outdoor kitchen from a daytime cooking station into an evening entertaining space. Premium pods use COB 24V waterproof lighting throughout:

Top light strip — illuminates the cooking surface
Inner top light strip — lights the interior cabinetry
Side light strips — ambient workspace lighting
Toe-kick light strip — ground-level accent lighting

Add 24V adjustable RGB lighting around the pod gate, controlled by remote, and you can set the colour to suit your garden and your mood.

Blum Drawer Systems

Drawers are a small detail with a big daily impact. Premium outdoor kitchens use imported Blum drawer systems — the Austrian standard for smooth, soft-close, durable runners. Cheap kitchens use cheap runners that fail in a season; Blum runs for decades.

Electric-Control Gates and Remote Operation

Many premium pods feature an electric-control pod gate — the front of the pod opens and closes at the touch of a remote. When closed, the kitchen is sealed and protected; when open, it becomes a full workspace. It is a striking combination of security and theatre.

Entertainment Integration

A premium outdoor kitchen is also an entertainment centre:

LCD TVs on telescopic mounting brackets (32-inch on the Plus, 42-inch on the Max)
Bluetooth audio systems with premium sound
Electric lift spice cabinets
Wine glass holders and adjustable wall-mounted storage shelves

Why It Matters

You can buy a portable BBQ for a few hundred euros. It will rust, it will frustrate, and it will end up in a shed. A premium outdoor kitchen — built from stainless steel, lit by COB LED, fitted with Blum drawers and engineered for the Irish climate — is a different category of product entirely. It is a permanent, beautiful, functional addition to your home.

At New Chapter Homes we build only to that premium standard. Book a free site survey to specify your outdoor kitchen.

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