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You’re in Control
We guide our builders through design, permits and construction with a clear, structured process, trusted trades and suppliers. We are not builders taking over your project. You stay in control. This also means you are not bound by our selection of finishes, you can choose your own.
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Compact Design
Designing a small home well is far more challenging than designing a large one. Every square metre must work smarter, serve multiple purposes, and still create a sense of light, openness, and ease. At Twelve Star Homes, we focus on unlocking the full potential of compact spaces—balancing function, beauty, and breathing room in every detail.
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NAThers Above 7
We go above the standard NAThers 7 standard to ensure your home is sustainable and comfortable.
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Convenient
In most cases, our homes can be placed in your backyard with minimal disruption, as no heavy vehicles, cranes, or extensive access beyond the garden path are required, unless earthworks are necessary. This allows for seamless installation as a Small Second Dwelling (SSD) without damaging your existing garden. The lightweight construction ensures minimal impact on your land.
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Fast
Construction time to lock-up takes approximately 4 weeks.
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Durable
We carefully select materials with life spans of decades or more, ensuring long-lasting quality and resilience.
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Ethical Sourcing
We consider the values of our trading partners to ensure they match our standards. We source products that are at the forefront for sustainability, and also consider the energy cost of production, which is why our construction method involves as little concrete as possible.
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Low Ongoing Costs
Our design, material selection, and construction methods are optimized to minimize heat loss and gain, ensuring your home remains energy-efficient and cost-effective to maintain, while providing exceptional comfort with no drafts or cold spots. Additionally, we calculate the home’s energy consumption in advance, giving you a clear understanding of the ongoing running costs.
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Health-Conscious
We carefully screen all materials for emissions of harmful chemicals, heavy metals, and irritants like silica and dust, ensuring a healthier indoor environment that supports respiratory health. The home is sealed against drafts, enhancing overall comfort and well-being compared to traditional builds. Additionally, the materials selected are resistant to mold, further contributing to a healthier living space.
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Money Wise
We advocate using existing house and land to build a SSD ( Small Second Dwelling). As there is no cost in land purchase, the outlay to create another home is significantly less. Adding a second dwelling is a way to create multi generational living, enhancing family connections. It is also a good way to add value to your existing property.
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Considered Construction
We consider the impact of the build to the site, and prefer to work with the land. This means we prefer to use stumps because of their low impact, there is no need for heavy machinery so only minimal site access is required as well. Your backyard will not be obliterated, the second Dwelling will be carefully placed to work in the existing garden as much as possible.
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Choice
Whether you prefer to simply have a kit delivered with guidance only for construction, or whether you prefer to be guided through the building process from beginning to end, we are there for you to ensure the process is as smooth and stress free as possible.
SMART, Efficient & Solution Focused
SMART
Speed
We prioritise efficiency, ensuring you move into your new home quickly to minimise overlapping costs and delays.
Manoeuvrability
Our flatpack design allows us to build even in tight or hard-to-access spaces, making your dream home possible anywhere.
Accuracy
By assembling components in a controlled factory environment, we guarantee precision and superior quality.
Reliability
Our commitment to reliable workmanship, timelines, and materials ensures a seamless building process.
Trustworthiness
With a proven track record and trusted partnerships, we deliver your home with transparency and integrity.
Efficient
Energy Efficient
The thermal properties of each component were considered for
their selection by us, to ensure your home will have low operating cost
Form Flow Function
The floorplans are designed to make the most out of each m2, no lost space, dead corners, tight passages, double walls. Just a great floorplan which flows wells and gives you adequate space where it matters.
Transport
Our supply chain is streamlined to ensure materials travel the shortest
possible distance. We source from Australian manufacturers wherever possible.
Eco Friendly
We consider the cost to the environment a cost to us, we are all sharing this one planet. Thus, our materials are chosen based on recyclability and production cost to the environment. As part of this commitment, we have minimised the use of concrete.
Trustworthiness
We have considered the lifespan of our products and their durability to
withstand weather events, as well as internal wear and tear. Our products withstand fire and floods better than brick veneer homes, are not susceptible to mould and are finished to last over 40 years.
Cost Effective
The products we choose to include are cheaper to manufacture than
the materials traditional homes use. Our building process minimises the number of
trades involved, saving on building costs. These savings we can pass on to you.
Keeping housing affordable is our aim.
Value
Because we have done our research on materials and building methods, you are getting a great home at an affordable price.
Solution Focused
Affordability
We understand that housing affordability in Victoria is a growing concern. With vacancy rates as low as 2–2.4% (May 2025), rental demand is high, and owning a home is becoming harder. Our solution provides a cost-effective alternative—building a second home in your backyard without the high expense of traditional builds, land purchases, or subdivision costs.
Family-Focused
Intergenerational living is common across Europe and the East—and for good reason. It keeps families close and supportive, without compromising independence. Whether you want to help your kids find housing or need support as you age, adding a second home to your property fosters connection and care.
Government Compliance
Recent changes in Victorian regulations allow for second dwellings to be built in backyards without a planning permit. We take care of Building and Occupancy permits, ensuring a smooth, compliant process from start to finish.
Minimal Disruption
Our construction method is designed with your garden in mind. We use techniques that avoid heavy machinery and minimize disturbance to your backyard. Even special plants and landscaping are protected. A simple garden path is all that’s needed for site access.
Speed & Transparency
Our streamlined process ensures you’re not left waiting. Most builds are completed within one month (weather permitting). You’ll be kept informed throughout via regular email updates, so there are no surprises or delays.
Smart Construction
We use smart, space-efficient designs and proven building methods that don’t require major groundwork or infrastructure changes. Our process is tailored for tight access and backyards, meaning your property’s layout won’t be a barrier to a second home.