Fast, affordable solution to add room for a growing family

23 Apr at 10:07 pm

When a Melbourne family found themselves outgrowing their home with two teenagers, they faced a familiar dilemma: renovate, extend, or relocate?

Located in Dandenong, just 29 km from Melbourne’s CBD, their home was perfectly positioned — but no longer fit their lifestyle. All options felt costly and disruptive – until they discovered our trusted Victorian builder, A40 Group, who offered the Sprucescape cabin as a perfect solution for their needs.

Everything just seemed really disruptive and expensive… until we saw this solution that ticked all the boxes.

What started as a search for more space quickly turned into a seamless experience. In just weeks, they had a beautifully finished one-bedroom cabin in their backyard – complete with privacy, flexibility, and added property value.

I’m so happy to share and really just spread the word and let anybody know of just what a seamless and incredible and great experience that we had.

Step inside and you’ll find a bright, Scandinavian-inspired interior with exposed timber beams, crisp white walls, and soft natural tones underfoot. The cabin includes a fully functional kitchenette, a sleek and modern bathroom, and a light-filled open-plan lounge with panoramic windows and direct access to the outdoors. A separate room with sliding barn doors offers a quiet, private space – perfect for use as a bedroom, office, or guest retreat. The owners made thoughtful and stylish choices throughout – from the warm timber accents to the practical layout – creating a space that feels not only welcoming but also incredibly functional.

Team A40 is just a lovely group of people to have in your backyard for those few weeks that it takes to construct.

The Result:

Home office: Finally free workspace after leasing an external office for 7 years
Teenage retreat: A quiet, independent space for their growing kids
Future-proof investment: The home now features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms

Now we have this multifunctional space that works for everyone… and we never have to think about moving again.

With A40 Group leading the build, the experience was not only efficient but also enjoyable. Every question answered, every detail covered — and a team that felt like family while onsite.

Watch the full testimonial here below

If you’re looking to build in Victoria, please get in touch with the A40 Group builders team in Victoria for expert advice. Or, if you’re building your cabin elsewhere, find your local Scandi Cabins building partner here.