Custom Creations Blog

The Custom Creations Blog, your home for everything Backyard Cabins, Granny Flats and Backyard Studios. We discuss the most recent topics from the latest Granny Flat and Backyard Cabin designs to words from our clients who have ventured out and created the Backyard Cabin or Granny Flat of their dreams.

Oct 2
3 min

Solid Timber VS Frame Built Backyard Cabins

Not all Cabins and Granny Flats are built the same, ensuring you pick a product that is built to last will be the best decision you make!

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Sep 30
3 min

How to build a Granny Flat for the in-laws the right way!

The family decided to embark on the journey of building a YZY Granny Flat for their father-in-law

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Sep 19
2 min

Granny Flat Pilot Program, A Big Win For Thousands Of Victorians

Residents in select Councils will now be able to install a Granny Flat where they once weren't able to build.

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Sep 17
3 min

Building the ultimate backyard granny flat as a teenage retreat

Mums and Dads all over Australia are starting to see an opportunity to add a little bit of space at their place, without the headache.

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Sep 12
2 min

Building a Backyard Cabin as a home office

Having your own home office or creative studio can change your remote working life forever and make a big difference to your work life.

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Sep 12
1 min

3 DIY Backyard Cabin Kits you can install in a weekend

We thought we would share with your our top 3 most popular DIY Backyard Cabin Kits you can install this weekend.

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Mar 12
2 min

Custom Creations team up with YZY at the HIA home show Sydney

With thousands of guests attending the event, our fully equipped Sicilia Panorama 30 was a key attraction for many families.

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