Handcrafted in North Canterbury
Beautifully handcrafted portable homes, built to last, built for you.
Our story
At Paragon Portables we love building small houses. Owner-builder Luke is hands-on with every project — one passionate craftsman, one set of standards, end to end.
With decades of experience in the building and joinery industry, we use locally sourced materials and time-honoured techniques to create solid timber homes that are warm, durable, and unmistakably crafted — not pre-fab, not corner-cutting, just honest building.
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From a compact one-bedroom to a full family three-bedroom, every Paragon home is hand-built to NZ3604 standards and finished to your spec.
Standard
$135,000
Premium
$175,000
Our premium one-bedroom mini houses combine a walk-in pantry, generous bench space, clever storage, and large windows for a light-filled, modern living experience built to the highest standards.
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Standard
$165,000
Premium
$183,000
With two full bedrooms, a generous kitchen and pantry, and large windows throughout, this versatile range of micro houses is perfect for families, guests, or as a stylish second dwelling.
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Standard
$195,000
Premium
$240,000
Our largest design, this premium 3 bedroom home features generous living areas, a full kitchen, plenty of built-in storage, and expansive windows for a bright, family-friendly space.
Learn moreHow we build
Paragon portable homes are constructed with treated, precision-engineered timber framing, giving every structure a rock-solid backbone. All our solid timber homes are handcrafted by a talented team of guys, we use proven traditional methods with rafters, purlins, and bracing systems that lock everything together for unbeatable strength and stability.
Our range of warm homes are packed with high-performance insulation, ensuring year-round comfort and efficiency. The interiors of our mini houses are finished with either structural plywood linings or Jib, giving you flexibility in look, feel, and finish. Exteriors are completed in your choice of Hardie, weatherboard, steel cladding, or select NZ timbers, each installed over a ventilated cavity system to keep moisture out and performance high.
At Paragon Portables, our roofing systems use durable Colorsteel longrun sheets installed over a strong, self-supporting base. They're paired with high-quality fascia and guttering systems designed to handle New Zealand's toughest weather. The result are cozy homes that stay warm, secure, and quiet, even during heavy winds and rain.
Service areas
Based in Ohoka, North Canterbury, we deliver handcrafted tiny homes the length and breadth of the South Island — from the Marlborough wineries to the Mackenzie high country, the Central Otago lakes to the Southland plains.
Not sure if we deliver to your spot? Give Luke a call — we almost certainly do.
Real words from the families and clients who’ve had a Paragon home built for them.
“We absolutely love our tiny home, it's everything we hoped for and more. Luke and Troy were fantastic to work with, super organised, easy-going, and nothing was ever a problem. We couldn't be happier. Thanks so much!”
— Ken & Laura
“15 months ago my partner and I were looking for a tiny home and visited several tiny home builders. We were most impressed with Luke and his father Troy. The quality of work was superior to others that we saw. Also their attitude was NOT one of HARD-SALE but took time out to explain varying plan layouts and finishes available.”
— Robert and Jane
“Troy has a real eye for detail. He is a perfectionist and his craftsmanship is amazing. He always leaves his work space clean and tidy. I highly recommend.”
— Jane
“Luke and Troy renovated my off-grid tiny home out on the coast. They re-claded the whole place, put in a fresh bathroom, and sorted a bunch of other upgrades. Now it's super warm and cozy, we absolutely love it.”
— Brent
Common questions
Quick answers to the questions we’re asked most. See the full FAQ →
Handcrafted from North Canterbury. Fixed pricing, no hidden costs. Talk to Luke about your build.
