PODLIVING NZ

PODLIVING NZ We are a bespoke architectural modular building company based in Auckland. We design, build and deliver prefabricated pods for both flat and sloping sites.

Our pods size range from 15m2 to 100m2.

Here is a progress shot of the windows and cavity battens installed over the rigid air barrier. We also now have the roo...
26/11/2023

Here is a progress shot of the windows and cavity battens installed over the rigid air barrier. We also now have the roof installed and are ready to start cladding 🔨🪚

Digging our way towards a tight Christmas deadline....she is all go in Whangateau!
19/11/2023

Digging our way towards a tight Christmas deadline....she is all go in Whangateau!

Stone benchtop installation complete to a poolside bar this week...
12/11/2023

Stone benchtop installation complete to a poolside bar this week...

Did you know screw piles are installed using only a small hand drill? These are fast, don't require any digging or concr...
05/11/2023

Did you know screw piles are installed using only a small hand drill?

These are fast, don't require any digging or concrete and are perfect for hard to reach locations.

Another Podliving project, another happy family.In this project, all wall and roof framing is built using steel in place...
29/10/2023

Another Podliving project, another happy family.

In this project, all wall and roof framing is built using steel in place of traditional timber. This was the first time we have built using steel framing and we had a very pleasant experience.

Shortly we will be releasing an article outlining the pro’s and con’s of timber vs steel. This will assess how easy they are to work with, identify the design benefits each provide and highlight the cost difference between them. We think you will all be pleasantly surprised who comes out on top.

This article will be emailed out, so be sure to leave your email address in the comments below to be first to receive it 😊

People always ask, can you please provide an example of unforeseen ground conditions that can cause a cost increase to o...
22/10/2023

People always ask, can you please provide an example of unforeseen ground conditions that can cause a cost increase to our project.

So why not, here is an example.

We recently had to remove a large tree stump that was sitting right where our water tanks needed to be placed. Upon removal of the tree stump, we noticed higher then usual ground water levels caused by recent rains. This combined with sandy soil caused liquid faction to occur, making the ground very unstable and unable to support 2 x 25 ton water tanks.

To solve this issue, we had to dig out the hole quickly until it was clear of soft sand & water. We then placed a geotextile blanket at the bottom and sides of the hole to create a barrier between the the existing soil / sand. We then placed 150mm layers gravel into the hole and compacted it to create a solid, stable base. We then repeated this process until we reach the desired height.

This base is now ready for a 100mm sand screed before the tanks can be placed on top.

I am sure you can understand this involved a lot more machinery, materials and labour then was initially anticipated, that results in a cost increase in the earth works scope.

If you have an further questions please let us know in the comments below.

Footage of an Oasis S3000 septic system recently being installed. They say this semi-commercial system is so good, you c...
16/10/2023

Footage of an Oasis S3000 septic system recently being installed. They say this semi-commercial system is so good, you can drink the processed effluent water that is pumped into the surrounding field via dripper lines. Anyone keen to try it?

Here is a new unique type of steel screw pile design we recently use to combat a steep sloping site that had 1.5 metres ...
09/10/2023

Here is a new unique type of steel screw pile design we recently use to combat a steep sloping site that had 1.5 metres of soil creep. Soil creep is where the top layers of soil are slowly sliding down the mountain side. To stabilise this, each pile and brace needed to be screwed 3 metres into the ground.

Screw piles were considered the favourable engineered solution over the alternative timber pile design in this project. The timber pile option would have seen post up to 9 metres in length, more difficult to install and would be a bulky 350-400mm in diameter.

Once these steel piles are painted black, it will give the floating effect to the building above.

Lateral load testing for the screw piles in the hilly Matakana region. The mood on site this day wasn't clear... PODLIVI...
21/05/2023

Lateral load testing for the screw piles in the hilly Matakana region. The mood on site this day wasn't clear... PODLIVING NZ

Concept design for an accommodation pod designed to take in the breath taking views. This two bed, one bath pod will com...
07/05/2023

Concept design for an accommodation pod designed to take in the breath taking views. This two bed, one bath pod will commence construction soon. Get it touch if you would like to be notified when complete to arrange a viewing.

Before & after snaps of the first stage complete in Mangawhai Heads. This included relocating the existing Bach to the r...
30/04/2023

Before & after snaps of the first stage complete in Mangawhai Heads. This included relocating the existing Bach to the rear of the section, plus installing new retaining walls, decks & site infrastructure ready for the stage 2 build. Another successful project PODLIVING has delivered on time within an 8 week programme.

Huge two days for the team relocating a classic kiwi Bach to the rear of the section, making way for the stage 2 build.....
12/04/2023

Huge two days for the team relocating a classic kiwi Bach to the rear of the section, making way for the stage 2 build... PODLIVING NZ

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733 Papakura-Clevedon Road, Ardmore, Auckland
Manukau
2582

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
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