For the island lover looking for a modular home that is not only easy to transport and install, but looks straight out of an magazine, the Australian-based company Prebuilt has created a number of simple, striking homes. Proving that utility and beauty aren’t mutually exclusive concepts, the Mod House is a stunning design that combines Modernist and Japanese aesthetics with 21^st century building technology. Ranging from a simple one-bedroom to a five-bedroom complex, the Mod House comes with a large deck, designer fixtures, and features a spacious, light-filled layout.

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So you’ve found that beautiful island, a few pristinely virginal acres of island paradise in an overlooked quadrant of the Pacific. Let’s say it’s undeveloped; the price has been paid and any possible logistical headache is behind you. All that remains is to hoist anchor, set your course for the horizon and settle into a life off the grid, past the edge of the world. It’s just that easy, right?

Well, yes and no. You still need to get there and keep yourself sheltered while building is underway.

Considering that your island is undeveloped, you’ve probably squared away everything you’ll need to get set up. Construction materials and irrigation are ready and your modular home is likely a few weeks away in its development. So, in the meantime, what’s an affordable, convenient way to keep yourself and your materials housed until your Xanadu is complete? Read more »

For some island owners the idea of building a large island home is not appealing. As a result some island owners, particularly in northern island regions opt to construct modular cabins on their island. Modular cabins range from the basic to the luxurious and their rustic designs allow them to integrate seamlessly into wooded islands. Here are some finished cabins offered by Spirit Homes located in Boulder Colorado

The Ponderosa:

Starting at 91,845 the Ponderosa is a spacious and comfortable modular cabin. Its design offers a warm and comfortable atmosphere and it designed for simplicity in both on site set up and finish. Features included in the home include hardwood cabinets, double-pane windows, countertops, sinks, toilets, water heater and bath tub.

The Eldora:

The Eldora is defined by its insetfrom porch that offers panoramic views of your island. The ranch-style home has an open dining and kitchen which can be accented with standard or premium interior finishes. The homes engineered roof is raised into place after the home is set on the foundation and the upper level requires onsite finish. Standard features include lodgepole pine log siding, pine hardwood doors from Finland and architectural shingles. Prices for the Eldora start at $169,845.

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