DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN SOUTH AFRICA
Each 17 square meter POD is manufactured off-site to a generic spec and can be delivered with all finishes and services installed. Once installed on-site it is connected to electrical and plumbing services or can be set up for off-the-grid operation. This means no hidden hosts and no messy building. It also means that the structure can be moved to another site in the future.
VISIT / BUY
Where can I see a POD?
The POD has been set up at a beautiful location close to Johannesburg where it can be visited by appointment. There is a cost for this physical appointment; but we can send you lots of other images!
What does it cost?
It depends a lot on location and how many PODs; please contact us for broad costs per square meter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
What is the footprint of one module?
Gross external area including deck 21.87 square meters / Gross external area including deck 235 square feet
What is a total area including the mezzanine?
Net internal area 17.28 square meters + deck 9 square meters / Net internal area 186 square feet + deck 97 square feet
Are there different size options?
Yes, by coupling various PODs in a few configurations. Each POD is a standard size. Examples of some configurations are available online. If none appears to suit you contact us! we have dozens more.
Is it available as a flat-pack system?
It is available but a minimum of two per order, otherwise the container goes half full. Contact us.
Can it be delivered fully assembled?
Yes, but you need to book an online assessment as many factors of transportation and assembly affect the cost.
Where are the units manufactured?
At the moment in Mpumalanga, South Africa, but they can be manufactured anywhere, under license.
Is there one POD shape with different internal configurations?
Yes, examples of these configurations are available per email request.
What materials are used for construction?
Standard drywall construction materials: steel, aluminium, wood. Materials adept also to on-site climate and availability.
FURNITURE
Can I buy the furniture separately?
Yes, the furniture is designed especially for the POD and can be installed at any time.
Can I use any furniture or do I have to buy the furniture that was designed especially for the POD?
Any furniture can be used inside the POD. It is important to note that the furnishing and storage systems for the POD were designed specifically for it’s proportions with an emphasis on functional use of space.
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INSTALLATION
Where can I put a POD?
The POD is designed as a lightweight structure for placing anywhere where there is 24 square meters of open land. It can be installed on a minimal free space around existing buildings as an on-grid POD, connected to existing services. Alternatively as a stand-alone abode in the bush, it will be set up to be an off-grid POD.
Since it is not a permanent structure a POD could be installed on a site where the land is rented offering a synergy between a land-owner and a POD-owner: the land-owner agrees to the land-use, receiving rental from it without any further investment; and the POD-owner brings in his asset investment.
It could be erected in a suburban house backyard or side-space, for rental to a student or professional couple.
At a newly-purchased holiday site to enjoy while waiting for the main house to be built and enjoy it as additional accommodation afterward.
Put it in a site that is fairly remote and has difficult access.
Install villages of them on land purchased land that is subject to a 2-5 years delay in gaining new development rights.
Does the POD need foundations?
The POD would only need small footings to help distribute the load of the POD on the specific soil type. The POD might also have to be anchored with earth-anchors in very windy places. A specialist from the POD team would recommend these founding bases.
Do I need approval from Council before installing a POD on my property?
Yes, in South Africa it requires approval, but as a temporary structure the approval process is much simpler compared to a permanent structure.
Can the POD be shipped to locations outside of South Africa?
The POD has been designed under basic principles of sustainability; that is, it should be produced with local material for thermal comfort in a local climate. Shipping can be done but we prefer to find a local manufacturer.
Can I tow my POD behind my car like a motor home?
No, a POD is designed to be transported by crane and a professional installation team, and installed on site.