Addressing the housing affordability crisis:
Together we can achieve solutions that will ensure access to safe and affordable housing for all members of our community.
Who are we
Duke Housing was founded in 2023 with a vision to provide affordable, efficient, and practical housing solutions to individuals and families in need. We combine cutting-edge technology with expert craftsmanship to deliver homes faster and more affordable than any other supplier in the market.
Our primary objective
Key stats
123,000+
Australians are currently homeless and over 56% of them are women and children.
$31 billion
is the estimated direct cost to the Australian taxpayer due to lack of affordable housing.
1.6+ million
Australians receive government support for housing.
826,000+
Australians currently reside in social housing across the country.
216,846+
additional social homes are needed in Australia to meet the growing demand.
Australia’s greatest social issue!
Market gap
Modular homes represent a timely and pragmatic solution to bridge the widening gap between housing demand and supply. By offering affordability, flexibility, speed, and sustainability, modular homes are poised to reshape the housing landscape.
Customer
University of NSW’s city futures report estimates Australia needs 1 million social and affordable homes over the next 15 years. On top of this various businesses, particularly in rural areas, require fast and cost-effective homes to grow local regional economies.
Current status
Housing Australia Future Fund aims to invest $10 billion to increase housing supply. This is expected to deliver 30,000 affordable homes in the next 5 years. To maintain the current share, Australia needs 15,000 new affordable homes every year!
Cost
SGS Economics and Planning estimates that if no action is taken, the additional social cost to Australia will reach $25 billion p.a. by 2051. However, the estimated benefits of providing adequate housing will reach $110 billion to the economy.
Our solution for smarter affordable living
Speed and scale
Our construction process allows us to deliver homes faster than any other supplier in the market.
Design and cost efficiency
Our scale allows us to drive down cost of construction while at the same time providing flexibility and choice.
Social benefits
The benefits to the broader communities and residents we accommodate are immeasurable, particularly helping reduce homelessness, mental health issues,domestic violence, and drug abuse. Thereby improving personal health and wellbeing.
Sustainable environment
Our construction process emits 45% less CO2 than traditional homes. In addition, the energy requirements of our homes are significantly lower. We are also committed to including various features to reduce the environmental footprint of our homes.
Features of our homes
Unique
Our construction process allows us to deliver completed homes within a week of commencement (subject to location). Our current production facility allows us the ability to construct up to 80 homes per month.
Resilience
The exterior construction is equipped to withstand impact of high-velocity wind and debris during severe weather events.
Sustainability
Our process emits 45% less CO2 than traditional homes. In addition, the energy requirements of our homes are also significantly lower than traditional homes. We are also committed to including various features to reduce the environmental footprint of our homes.
Longevity
The exterior construction is built to last over 50 years.
Our living spaces
Meet the team
Ben has over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate, including senior roles at Jones Lang LaSalle in Australia and China, and as Managing Director of Knight Frank, Queensland. Since 2021 he has been managing commercial and residential projects and researching housing affordability. He is now dedicated to leveraging his extensive experience and network to expand the innovative DUKE Housing model, aiming to transform how Australians analyse and invest in residential housing to enhance their well-being and quality of life.
Nick is an established residential builder with over 20 years experience in the Australian building industry. Nick has been at the helm of Churpat Building since 2010, and more recently Director at Holm Built specialising in residential projects and developments. A strong eye for detail and quality construction have always been at the core of Nick’s work. Seeing firsthand the effect of affordability and its impact on housing accessibility, Nick has turned his interest to developing innovative, affordable housing designs that deliver quality craftmanship and a better lifestyle for the all.
