Portable Pod technical specifications and architectural detail
EST. PORTABLE PODS — VALDORA, SUNSHINE COAST EDITION 2026 / TECHNICAL DATA
Technical Data

Portable Pod specifications, full technical details.

Every dimension, every material, every component, every electrical fitting. The complete technical reference for our 6×3m glass office pod — what's in the kit, how it's engineered, and what's included before transport.

At a glance — quick specs.

Every important attribute in one table. Designed for fast scanning, decision-making, and accurate quoting from your builder, architect, or council.

Attribute
Value
Unit
01
External Length
5,950
mm
02
External Width
3,000
mm
03
External Height
2,800
mm
04
Internal Floor Area
18
sqm
05
Total Kit Weight
1,500
kg
06
Frame Material
Galvanised Steel
type
07
Glazing
Double-Laminated
glass
08
Wall Panel Insulation
Yes — Fire-Retardant
insulated
09
Roof Insulation
Earth-Wool
under steel
10
Flooring
Vinyl + Fibre Cement
included
11
Sliding Glass Doors
2 doubles
units
12
Casement Windows
3 large
units
13
Power Outlets
2 doubles
included
14
Lighting
Smart LED
voice/app
15
Assembly Time
6
days
16
Delivery
Crane Truck — Flat-Pack
AU-wide
17
Starting Price
$18,500
AUD + transport
02 / Dimensions

5,950 × 3,000 × 2,800 mm.

Externally, every Portable Pod measures exactly 5,950 mm long, 3,000 mm wide, and 2,800 mm tall. That gives a usable internal floor area of 18 square metres — enough for a full desk setup, lounge area, and storage, or a pilates reformer with floor space to move.

The 2,800 mm external height gives generous internal headroom of roughly 2,500 mm after roof structure and floor build-up, so the pod feels open and airy rather than cramped.

— Length 5,950 mm external
— Width 3,000 mm external
— Height 2,800 mm external
— Floor 18 internal
PLAN VIEW — TOP DOWN 18 m² L. 5950 mm W. 3000 mm ELEVATION VIEW — SIDE DOOR H. 2800 mm SCALE 1:50
03 / Construction

Engineered, component by component.

Every Portable Pod is a kit of premium materials, manufactured to specification and shipped flat-pack. Here's exactly what makes up each pod.

— 01 / FRAME & CHASSIS

Heavy-duty galvanised steel.

The structural backbone is a fully galvanised steel chassis with welded steel framing throughout. Galvanisation resists corrosion and rust, important for coastal Australian conditions where salt air would attack untreated steel within months.

MaterialGalvanised steel
TreatmentHot-dip galvanised
JoiningWelded + bolted
— 02 / GLAZING

Double-laminated glass panels.

All glass — including the two sliding glass doors and three casement windows — is double-laminated for strength, safety, and improved thermal performance. Laminated glass holds together if broken, doesn't shatter into dangerous shards, and reduces UV transmission.

TypeDouble-laminated
SafetyHolds on impact
PerformanceUV-reducing
— 03 / WALL PANELS

Insulated & fire-retardant.

The opaque wall sections use insulated composite panels with fire-retardant properties built into the standard panel composition. This delivers thermal performance in both summer heat and winter cold, plus an additional layer of safety beyond standard cladding.

InsulationStandard, panel core
Fire-RetardancyIncluded
FinishCharcoal exterior
— 04 / ROOF SYSTEM

Steel sheeting + earth-wool.

The roof is steel sheeting over earth-wool insulation batts, providing weather protection plus excellent thermal performance. The earth-wool reduces heat transfer through the roof — the single biggest heat-gain surface in a typical structure during Australian summers.

OuterSteel sheeting
InnerEarth-wool batts
DrainageIntegrated
— 05 / FLOORING

Fibre cement + vinyl finish.

Floors are built on fibre cement floor sheets which give a rigid, moisture-resistant base. Vinyl flooring is included and adheres directly to the fibre cement — a low-maintenance finish that's easy to clean and durable for office, gym, or studio use.

BaseFibre cement sheets
SurfaceVinyl, included
MaintenanceWipe clean
— 06 / ELECTRICAL

Outlets, LED, waterproof inlet.

Every kit includes two double power outlets pre-installed, smart LED ceiling lighting with voice and app control, and a waterproof external inlet for connecting the pod to mains power. A licensed electrician completes the final mains connection on site.

Outlets2 × double GPO
LightingSmart LED, voice/app
ExternalWaterproof inlet
— 07 / DOORS

Two double sliding glass.

Each pod includes two double sliding glass doors, made from the same double-laminated safety glass as the wall panels. The sliding design saves swing space and creates large unobstructed openings — useful for moving equipment in and out for studio or gym configurations.

Quantity2 doubles
TypeSliding
MaterialDouble-laminated
— 08 / WINDOWS

Three large casement windows.

Three large casement windows provide cross-ventilation and natural light from the side opposite the sliding doors. Casement (side-hinged) windows open outward fully, allowing maximum airflow when wanted, and seal tight against weather when closed.

Quantity3 large
TypeCasement (side-hinged)
VentilationCross-flow design
04 / Inclusions

What's included in every kit.

Every Portable Pod ships as a complete flat-pack kit. The base price of $18,500 includes everything in this list — no surprise add-ons, no hidden inclusions sold separately. Transport is quoted separately based on your delivery address.

Galvanised steel chassis — fully assembled, ready to bolt down
Insulated wall panels — pre-cut, numbered for placement
Steel roof sheeting + earth-wool insulation
Double-laminated glass panels — all panels included
Two double sliding glass doors — with hardware
Three large casement windows — with hardware
Two double power outlets — pre-wired
Smart LED lighting — voice/app controllable
Waterproof external electrical inlet
Fibre cement floor sheets + vinyl flooring
All hardware — screws, brackets, silicone, sealants
Step-by-step instructional video + written guide
05 / Logistics

Weight, footprint & crane specs.

Total kit weight is 1,500 kg. Because the pod ships flat-packed rather than assembled, transport is straightforward and crane offload is fast — typically completed in under an hour at the delivery site.

Our preferred crane truck logistics partner handles deliveries to every Australian state and territory. Transport quotes are provided per delivery address — the kit is consistent, but transport varies based on distance, road access, and any specific site conditions.

— Kit Weight
1,500 kg
— Delivery Type
Crane Truck
— Pack Format
Flat Pack
— Offload Time
~ 1 hr
06 / Standards

Standards compliance.

The Portable Pod is designed in accordance with relevant Australian construction standards and Building Code of Australia (BCA) guidance for portable and ancillary structures. Council approval requirements vary by local government area, intended use, and block size — we recommend confirming with your local council before installation. We can advise on common compliance pathways across different states.

BCA Guidance AS/NZS Standards Australian-Made Council Advice Available
07 / Customisation

Beyond the standard kit.

The base 6×3m Portable Pod is engineered to be complete, functional, and beautiful out of the box. But if you want to push further, the platform supports several common customisations — most quoted as priced add-ons.

Talk to us about your concept and we'll provide a tailored quote with timelines.

— 01

Linked configuration.

Two pods side-by-side for 36 m² total. Quoted from $37,000.

— 02

Stacked two-storey.

Vertical build for narrow blocks. Quoted from $39,000.

— 03

Custom paint colours.

Exterior panel colour beyond standard charcoal.

— 04

Additional windows.

Extra casement units in specified wall positions.

— 05

Modified panelling.

Alternative cladding or finish on specific walls.

— 06

Partner installation.

Fully managed build by our partner builder.

08 / Resource

Download the full spec sheet.

Get every detail above in a single shareable PDF — perfect for showing your builder, architect, council, or financier.

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09 / Questions

Specifications — common questions.

The Portable Pod measures 5,950 × 3,000 × 2,800 mm externally, giving 18 square metres of internal floor area with full standing headroom (approximately 2,500 mm internal). That's enough for a desk plus seating area, a pilates reformer with floor space to move, or a queen bed and storage in a guest-room configuration.
The complete flat-pack kit weighs 1,500 kg. This includes the galvanised steel chassis, wall and roof panels, all glass (sliding doors and casement windows), flooring, electrical components, and all hardware. It's offloaded from the crane truck typically within one hour of arrival.
Yes. The wall panels are insulated as standard, the roof has earth-wool insulation batts under the steel sheeting, and all glazing is double-laminated for additional thermal performance. The pod is designed to perform across Australian conditions — Queensland summer heat to Tasmanian winter cold.
All glass in the Portable Pod is double-laminated — the standard safety-rated specification for residential and light-commercial portable buildings. This applies to the two double sliding glass doors and the three casement windows. Laminated glass holds together if struck, reducing the risk of dangerous shards.
Yes. The wall panels are manufactured with fire-retardant properties as part of the standard panel composition — this is not an optional add-on. Combined with the galvanised steel structural frame, this gives a strong baseline fire performance for office, studio, or guest-room use.
Yes. The kit includes fibre cement floor sheets as the structural floor surface, plus vinyl flooring that adheres directly to the fibre cement. The vinyl is durable, easy to clean, and ready to use immediately after assembly — no separate flooring trade required.
Every kit includes two double power outlets, smart LED ceiling lighting with voice and app control, and a waterproof external inlet for mains power connection. A licensed electrician completes the final mains connection on site — this is standard for any portable structure and ensures compliance with local electrical regulations.
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Pick your configuration, add your delivery address, and we'll prepare a full quote covering the kit, transport, and any customisations. Or book a visit to our display unit at Valdora to see every spec in person.