Bold aesthetics.
Simple living.
Inspired by 1960s New Zealand state homes, Homewerk Small Homes offer beautifully designed spaces that are both practical and budget-friendly.
There are 3 layouts to choose from, with each featuring built-in furniture, simple stainless worktops, mid-century style chrome tapware and classic colourways.

Petite - Front

Petite – Interior Blue

Petite – Interior Red

Petite – Interior Green

Petite - Back

Originale - Front

Originale – Interior Blue

Originale – Interior Red

Originale – Interior Green

Originale - Back

Double - Front

Double – Interior Blue

Double – Interior Red

Double – Interior Green

Double - Back
Cabins

We offer three thoughtfully designed floor plans—Petite, Original, and Double—each under 60sqm. Personalise your cabin by choosing from curated colourways, timeless cladding, and high-quality fittings, all complemented by built-in furniture, purposeful details, and mid-century inspired finishes.

Choose from three thoughtfully designed, transportable cabin floor plans: Cabin Petite, Cabin Original, and Cabin Double.
Each can be customised with your choice of:
- Three interior and exterior colourways
- Three timeless cladding options
- Three curated flooring finishes

SAMMY & OLIVER
Homewerk create small transportable buildings, interiors, and furniture inspired by thoughtful design and craftsmanship.
Floor Plans
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Cabin Petite
Our smallest cabin floor plan, the Petite, is compact yet thoughtfully designed to maximise space and functionality. Ideal for tight sections or urban living, the Petite offers comfortable, refined living without compromise. Starting from $185,000 NZD + GST.
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Cabin Originale
The Cabin Originale is a versatile minor dwelling, perfect as a first home, rental, holiday retreat, or extended family accommodation. Spacious yet considered, the Originale base model starts at $190,000 NZD + GST.
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Cabin Double
Ideal for small families or those needing extra space for guests, the Cabin Double builds on the Originale with an additional four meters in length. Whether as a first home, holiday retreat, minor dwelling, Airbnb, or extended family accommodation, the Double offers both flexibility and spaciousness. Base model starts at $240,000 NZD + GST.
Renders
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Cabin Petite
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Cabin Originale
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Cabin Double
Build Materials
We prioritise eco-conscious design, using sustainably sourced materials crafted in Aotearoa and abroad. Each build is designed for durability, beauty, and environmental responsibility, with non-toxic options for healthier living.

Roofing
We prioritise eco-conscious design, using sustainably sourced materials crafted in Aotearoa and abroad. Each build is designed for durability, beauty, and environmental responsibility, with non-toxic options for healthier living.

Joinery
FSL Architectural linear in aeonox powdercoat finish
- Three Colour Ways Available
- New Zealand made
- Double Glazed
- Scratch Resistant

Interior Lining
Birch Plywood stained with Osmo Oil and Gib Board.
- Multiple stain colours
- Stain is natural and toxic free
- Hard wearing

Cabinetry
Melteca with lacquer faces
- New Zealand made
- Lacquer finish
- Three colour ways available

Gib
Wall lining and bracing units
- Branz approved
- Coated in Aalto paint
- New Zealand made

Insulation
Earth Wool and Kingspan
- Up to new H1 requirements
- Sustainable
- Environmental benefits
Colour Schemes
We offer three distinctive interior palettes inspired by mid-century design and the interplay of colour. Each is brought to life with deeply pigmented Aalto paint, creating rich, harmonious spaces with character.

Umber
We offer three distinctive interior palettes inspired by mid-century design and the interplay of colour. Each is brought to life with deeply pigmented Aalto paint, creating rich, harmonious spaces with character.

Viridian
- Aoetearoa based Aalto Paint
- Complex colour structure
- Provides respite, refreshment and enables us in our creativity

Colbalt
- Aoetearoa based Aalto Paint
- Complex colour structure
- Feelings of inspiration, calmness and grounding.
Cladding Options
Our cladding options balance durability with timeless design: Abodo Tundra Vertical Timber, Abodo Pine Shingles, and classic Board and Batten. Sustainably sourced and built to withstand Aotearoa’s harsh conditions.

Board & Batten
Our cladding options balance durability with timeless design: Abodo Tundra Vertical Timber, Abodo Pine Shingles, and classic Board and Batten. Sustainably sourced and built to withstand Aotearoa’s harsh conditions.

Shingle
Aotearoa Grown Radiata Pine Shingles
- Branz approved
- Aotearoa Radiata Pine
- Location dependant

Abodo Vulcan
Aotearoa Thermally Modified Pine
- Responsibly sourced
- Three stain options
- Grown in New Zealand
Roofing Iron Colours
Our Colour Steel roofing blends durability with classic New Zealand style. Designed in a timeless corrugate profile, it withstands Aotearoa’s harsh conditions, ensuring a resilient and refined finish.

Lichen
Our Colour Steel roofing blends durability with classic New Zealand style. Designed in a timeless corrugate profile, it withstands Aotearoa’s harsh conditions, ensuring a resilient and refined finish.

Lignite
Coloursteel Lignite

Scoria
Coloursteel Scoria
Flooring Options
Our flooring options are chosen for both sustainability and practicality. Durable and easy to maintain, each option complements the thoughtful design of your cabin, creating a warm and lasting foundation for every day.

Cork
Our flooring options are chosen for both sustainability and practicality. Durable and easy to maintain, each option complements the thoughtful design of your cabin, creating a warm and lasting foundation for every day.

Linoleum
Tarket
- Range of colours
- Modern, quality finish
- 94% natural product

Walnut Laminate
Quick-Step Impressive
- Range of colours
- Modern, quality finish
- Hard wearing
Hanging Pendants

Hanging Elipse

HAY Circle
HAY Circle

HAY Oblong
HAY Oblong
Ceiling and Wall Light Options
Our collection of interior ceiling and wall lights features designs by iconic designers like Vico Magistretti, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand.

Teti Ceiling Lamp
Our collection of interior ceiling and wall lights features designs by iconic designers like Vico Magistretti, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand.

Lampe de Marseille
Lampe de Marseille
- Spun aluminum diffuser
- Designed by Le Corbusier

Applique A Volet Pivotant
Applique A Volet Pivotant
- Aluminium adjustable diffuser “volet”
- Indirect light output towards the wall
Finishes
Every element in a Homewerk Small Home is designed with intention—balancing functionality with warmth, and practicality with craftsmanship. Thoughtful built-in details maximise space, while refined finishes bring comfort and character. Durable materials ensure longevity, and considered storage solutions create a sense of ease, allowing each space to feel effortless yet deeply lived in.

Dining Table
Every element in a Homewerk Small Home is designed with intention—balancing functionality with warmth, and practicality with craftsmanship. Thoughtful built-in details maximise space, while refined finishes bring comfort and character. Durable materials ensure longevity, and considered storage solutions create a sense of ease, allowing each space to feel effortless yet deeply lived in.

Handles

Couch finish

Tapware

Shower

Basins

Squab

Bathroom Storage

Stainless Steel Bench
Extras
Thoughtfully selected details add warmth and character, allowing your cabin to feel distinctly your own.

Bellhop lamp
Thoughtfully selected details add warmth and character, allowing your cabin to feel distinctly your own.

Alvar Aalto 66
Chair 66
- Multiple colours
- Designed by Alvar Aalto
- Compact

Seagrass matt
Rug
- Customisable Sizes
- Easy to clean
- Natural and sustainable