Relocatable House Design for Decarolis
Flexible Design with Lasting Value
Esse Architects developed the concept and detailed design for a relocatable house design commissioned by private client Decarolis, exploring how transportable construction could be combined with refined architectural detailing. The project aimed to deliver a high-quality, cost-effective home that could be easily transported and re-established while retaining a sense of permanence and design integrity.
The house was conceived as a series of modular elements, allowing it to be relocated without compromising structure or spatial comfort. Careful consideration was given to orientation, material durability, and assembly sequence, ensuring efficient on-site construction and long-term resilience in its final setting.
Client: Decarolis Family
Location: Waikato, New Zealand
Project Type: Residential / Relocatable Housing
Completion: 2022
Scope: Concept and relocatable house design
Design Approach: Modular, transportable construction with emphasis on functionality and design longevity
Key Focus Areas: Efficiency, cost-effectiveness, sustainability, adaptable living
Externally, the relocatable house design adopts a simple, timeless form that sits comfortably in both rural and suburban environments. Internally, open-plan living and natural light create a warm, adaptable home that feels far more substantial than its modest footprint suggests.
Esse’s approach to the relocatable house design project demonstrates how thoughtful design can elevate the relocatable home typology — creating flexible architecture that responds to lifestyle, budget, and environmental considerations while maintaining the firm’s commitment to enduring quality.