Prefab Bungalow in Karratha, Western Australia
Konbuild brings affordable, high-quality prefab bungalows to Karratha, Western Australia, helping you overcome the local tradesman shortage. We manufacture homes in China and work closely with you, the importer. Karratha is in climate zone 1 and AS/NZS 1170.2 Region D — Severe cyclonic; the nearest major container port is Fremantle Port, about 1535 km away by road.
Tropical (Zone 1)
V₅₀₀ ≈ 80 m/s
~1535 km by road
USD · FOB Shenzhen
Climate zone, wind region and port distance are indicative regional information. Confirm what applies to your lot with local experts.
While client information is confidential, you can explore some of our previous projects to see the quality and variety of homes we have delivered.
Custom prefab bungalows in Karratha, Western Australia
Design and manufacturing
Custom homes built to your specifications.
Local compliance
Assistance with complying with local plumbing, electrical, and building regulations.
Affordable solutions
Quality homes manufactured in China to help you avoid local tradesman shortages.
Our goal is to help you build your community, whether it's for your family, a series of Airbnb units, or affordable accommodation for a loved one.
Climate in Karratha
Karratha falls in Tropical (Zone 1): high humidity summer with a warm winter. We take local climate conditions into account, and the panelling can be selected to suit — 50 mm EPS (R = 1.315 m²K/W) is standard, with upgrades to 50 mm PU (R = 2.083), 75 mm PU (R = 3.125) or 50 mm Silica Rock (R = 1.25). For developed countries we recommend the Silica Rock panels.
Wind — Region D — Severe cyclonic
Karratha is in AS/NZS 1170.2 Region D — Severe cyclonic, the severe cyclone region on the far north-west coast of WA (Carnarvon to Port Hedland) (design wind speed V₅₀₀ ≈ 80 m/s). Buildings here have to meet the most demanding cyclonic wind requirements in Australia — engage a structural engineer familiar with Region D before you order, and tell us what they specify. Everything we build must meet, or exceed, your country's building codes.
Bushfire (BAL) considerations
Bushfire risk is generally lower in this tropical region, though dry-season grass fires can still occur and a BAL assessment may be required for rural lots. Wind is usually the bigger design issue here.
Getting a home from China to Karratha
Each expandable home ships from Shenzhen in a 40' high-cube container, and two homes fit in one container. The nearest major container port to Karratha is Fremantle Port, about 1535 km away by road. We recommend budgeting around USD $1,000–$2,500 for shipping to your nearest port — this does not include customs charges and import taxes. You must hire a customs broker in your country, who should also help with logistics from the port to your site.
Planning approval in Western Australia
It's essential to engage with your local council to obtain all the necessary planning and building permits. Our guidance in this area is limited, but we can provide general advice to help your project comply with local regulations. Western Australia's planning information is published on the WA Department of Planning website.
Konbuild prefab bungalows
The Oslo Grand is a single-storey home that leaves our factory with a kitchen cabinet and sink, toilet, shower and basin fitted, then opens out on site to 34 m² (365 sq ft).
Typical use cases: Downsizing · Single-storey living · Holiday home.
Konbuild models that fit this brief: Oslo Grand, Oslo Lux.
The Oslo Grand at a glance
- Floor area
- 34 m² (365 sq ft)
- Unfolded
- 5,800 × 6,580 × 2,500 mm external
- Folded for shipping
- 5,800 × 2,150 × 2,500 mm external
- Walls
- 50 mm colour-coated steel EPS sandwich panels (standard)
- Electrical
- Distribution box with breakers (1 pc); 12 V LED lights; Power points, data cable, switches and wiring laid out to the customer's requirements
- Fitted
- Kitchen cabinet with sink, toilet, shower, basin with mirror and cabinet
- Warranty
- 1-year limited warranty
- Delivery time
- 90 days after we receive the deposit
The starting price of $8,900 USD is for the Oslo Grand, FOB Shenzhen. Full specification →
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