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A simpler way towards a happy, healthy home

Versatile, energy efficient, easy to assemble, zero energy home with positive environmental impact.

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A simpler way towards a happy, healthy home

A simpler way towards a happy, healthy home

A simpler way towards a happy, healthy home

A simpler way towards a happy, healthy home

A simpler way towards a happy, healthy home

Versatile, energy efficient, easy to assemble, zero energy home with positive environmental impact.

Versatile, energy efficient, easy to assemble, zero energy home with positive environmental impact.

Versatile, energy efficient, easy to assemble, zero energy home with positive environmental impact.

Versatile, energy efficient, easy to assemble, zero energy home with positive environmental impact.

ecokit
ecokit
ecokit
ecokit
1 Campaign |
Melbourne, Australia
$2,414 USD $2,414 USD 50 backers
5% of $40,749 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Overview
Ecokit stands for affordability, authenticity and most of all, community. We believe that good quality housing should be available to anyone, which is the core of what we do and why we do it. Mostly, we don't believe that affordability and energy efficiency are exclusive to each other. A lot of architects will tell you that you either need bigger budget or you have to compromise on energy efficiency. We want to challenge that kind of thinking.

We've created a flat-packed solution.

Each ecokit home is build out of modular, flat-packed engineered construction system made from thermal insulated panels (and no polystyrene, XPS or EPS).

It's made from healthy, non-toxic, low environmental impact materials to create an off-grid home (*optional) made from a combination of digitally manufactured and off-the-shelf components.

Prefabricating many of the building components and creating an easy to assemble kit not only reduces waste but also maximizes the quality of construction.

An ecokit home can be built by two people over a few weeks with on-line technical support and minimal tools, making incredible savings on labour. But if you don't feel like tackling it yourself, any skilled builder can do it for you.

We're reinventing the word 'luxury.'

It used to mean extravagance, opulence and excess. Our new definition is living life on your own terms, without a huge mortgage hanging over your head or pressure to stay in a job that you hate.

Finally a comfortable home.

An airtight building envelope − coupled with an innovative wall system − have resulted in optimum thermal efficiency to ensure you’re cosy in winter and cool in summer. The roof system utilises the revolutionary Tractile tiles, the world’s first integrated solar roof generating both electricity and hot water from a single unit. Each home is finished off with a covered spacious deck to enjoy the outdoors all year round.

Breathe in. Enjoy the fresh air.

Living environment should be a healthy environment. We have chosen the materials and finishes and designed the heating and ventilation systems to promote healthy living.

We’ve done extensive research to avoid using substances that can off-gas into the living spaces and chosen finishes and treatments that are either low or no VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds). We have made sure as many materials and finishes are natural.

A home that grows with you.

As our lifestyle changes, so should our home. Ecokit home can be easily extended by adding extra modules to accommodate all your needs. And you don’t need an enormous mortgage to get started.

Here's where we are: 

We've been working for the last 3 years to get us to where we are today. We designed the house, developed a new construction system, partly completed our architectural and construction drawings, made the best deals with material suppliers and have a client backing the project and investing into the prototype house.

We are now in the middle of a big capital raise push. Don't forget, we're doing this from the ground up and we aren't underwritten by anyone but our friends, family and YOU. Once we finish raising money, we'll start the construction and flip the switch on manufacturing of the kit. 

We are ready to build the first ecokit home. We have tested the modules, assembled them and took them apart... 

We have a client with available land in beautiful Snowy Mountains, supporting us and our project and ready to invest to build the prototype house.

We have volunteers who put their hand up for the construction.

We have sponsors who donated their awesome products to showcase ecokit in its completeness.

So how do you fit in? 

Are you dreaming about building your own ecokit home? Well now is your chance! Our kits are only months away from reaching you, but we can't get there without your help. In order to build and fit-out the prototype you all can rent out and experience first hand, we need your contribution to help us reach our goal of $65,000.

This money will help us pay for the remainder of our construction documentation & detailed assembly manual, as well as video production of the construction. It will be also used for certification of compliance with BCA, so we can release the kit on the market as soon as possible.

Will my investment really make a difference?

Your impact is larger than words. You will help create the moments that empower people. And for this project specifically, you will have the chance to be part of creating a next generation type of home. We aren’t funded by any of the big construction dinosaurs; we aren’t funded by one single family; we are funded by YOU, our supporters.

What else can I do to help?

Thought you'd never ask! Please share this campaign on Facebook, Twitter and e-mail using the Indiegogo tools at the top right of this page. The more we can spread the word about this opportunity, the sooner can ecokit be on the market. 

This first ecokit home (or two rather!) will host you (our product tester backers) and our ambassadors. We will hold regular open days to show the house to potential buyers and it will be also available to book for a short stay for those wanting to experience the life in ecokit home.

Now it's time to jump on board and donate to help us reach our goal!

We know that when good people come together for the right reasons, there is no limit to what can be achieved!

Early sponsors.

Ecokit homes is delighted to announce our early Sponsors and wish to thank them for their support and generosity!

The perks.

We realize this is not a traditional campaign, as we simply can't give a house to everyone who backs us but what we are looking for is people who can see the vision. This campaign is a call for support of a new idea. It's primarily a call for fellow dreamers, innovators and revolutionaries to join us and help redefine what home really means. 

The manufacturing of ecokit will be limited for the first few months and because we have a lot of interest and had to create a waiting list already, we are offering 10 kits* for a pre-order. Those can be delivered anytime during 2018 and the fee guarantees you the kit and $2000 off the purchase price.

*Those kits start at $99,900 for the ground floor studio unit with basic selections and will be customized for every customer. All additional cost for upgrades will be added to the base fee.

We have also prepared a pet range of ecokits - we have a small and medium dog house and a cat mansion, too! Those kits are flat packed, DIY, minimalist style pet homes that will suit any interior. They come in natural & black foil ply.

The Workshops.

Want to co-innovate a trailblazing affordable housing model?

For a $500 (or $1000 for construction industry professional) donation you can join our exclusive workshop during the construction of the prototype where we will collaborate on improving the construction and brainstorming the easiest & safest way of assembly, as well as collectively building the first ecokit home!

 

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Choose your Perk

ecokit supporter

Currency Conversion $13 USD
$20 AUD
Every bit counts! Pitch 20 bucks and help bring the vision of ecokit home to life! Join the ecokit team by sharing the news of this campaign with your friends & get your name featured on our website.
Estimated Shipping
June 2017
12 claimed

sustainability advocate

Currency Conversion $31 USD
$50 AUD
We'll plant a tree on your behalf! From seed to seedling, from seedling to tree. Your contribution will provide shade, improve habitat and build soil health. Depending on the tree, it may also provide fruit and contribute to building a home - now that is money well spent!
Estimated Shipping
July 2017
7 claimed

digital age book lover

Currency Conversion $63 USD
$100 AUD
The whole process of construction will be captured on camera and video for an interactive digital publication, using 360° images, digital floor plans and augmented reality to feature the best moments in a funny, entertaining way. Reserve yours today!
Estimated Shipping
February 2018
3 claimed

ecokit for dogs - SMALL BREED

Currency Conversion $125 USD
$200 AUD
We believe every pet deserves the best, too! We have designed a version of ecokit for your little pooch. Just like the ecokit home, it is flat packed, diy & easy to assemble, made out of non-toxic materials and oh so cool! This size would suit a small breed e.g. chihuahua, yorkshire terrier, bichon, pomeranian. See more details in description. Delivery within AU only.
Estimated Shipping
June 2017
2 out of 6 of claimed
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ecokit for dogs - MEDIUM BREED

Currency Conversion $141 USD
$225 AUD
This size of doggie kit home would suit a medium breed e.g. shitzu. king charles spaniel, whippet etc. See more details in description. Delivery within AU only.
Estimated Shipping
June 2017
0 out of 6 of claimed
Ships to Australia

ecokit for cats

Currency Conversion $157 USD
$250 AUD
10 out of 10 cats love our eco kitty house - it's been thoroughly tested! Just like the ecokit home, it is flat packed, diy & easy to assemble, made out of non-toxic materials and did we mention versatile? Cool on its own or get two side by side for even more fun! See more details in description. Delivery within AU only.
Estimated Shipping
June 2017
0 out of 6 of claimed
Ships to Australia

product tester - one night

Currency Conversion $188 USD
$300 AUD
Stay in an ecokit home & experience all the features for yourself! Get one night accommodation in the prototype house, plus your review included on our website and FB page.
Estimated Shipping
March 2018
0 out of 5 of claimed

product tester - weekend

Currency Conversion $282 USD
$450 AUD
Stay in an ecokit home & experience all the features! Get two week or weekend nights accommodation in our prototype house, plus your review included on our website or FB page.
Estimated Shipping
March 2018
3 out of 5 of claimed

innovator

Currency Conversion $313 USD
$500 AUD
Join our first ecokit building workshop in Jindabyne, NSW. You get to build the first ever ecokit home and be part of an exclusive innovation group. Learn how to build ecokit home and get licensed to run a workshop during the construction of your own ecokit.
Estimated Shipping
October 2017
0 claimed

professional services provider

Currency Conversion $627 USD
$1,000 AUD
Join our first ecokit building workshop in Jindabyne, NSW. Learn how to build ecokit home and get licensed to offer the design / construction of ecokit as a part of your professional services. Must be a professional in construction industry e.g. registered building designer, architect or builder.
Estimated Shipping
October 2017
0 out of 15 of claimed

ecokit believer

Currency Conversion $3,135 USD
$5,000 AUD
The number of ecokits we will be able to manufacture in 2017 is limited - reserve your very own ecokit to be delivered in first half of 2018! Includes FREE building permit documents & $2000 off the final price of your ecokit.
Estimated Shipping
January 2018
0 out of 10 of claimed

corporate partner

Currency Conversion $6,269 USD
$10,000 AUD
If your company share the same ethos and your product would compliment ecokit, get your product featured in the show home. Possible also a customised partnership deal focusing on a long term relationship.
Estimated Shipping
May 2017
0 claimed

ecokit home pioneer owner

Currency Conversion $62,627 USD
$99,900 AUD
Buy an ecokit home and be the first ever individual purchaser. Make history.
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
0 out of 1 of claimed
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