VY 500-Flex House Kit: 500 sq. ft. High-Efficiency Starter Home
The Ultimate Solution for Affordable, Energy-Efficient Living.
The VY 500-Flex is our premier starter home kit, designed for those seeking a compact, 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home without compromising on quality or thermal performance. Built with Canadian-made OSBLOCK™ technology, this kit provides a superior R32 insulated envelope. Whether you are building a backyard suite, a vacation cottage, or a primary residence, the 500-Flex provides a comprehensive “one-stop” material package for a rapid, high-performance build.
1. Structural & Exterior Envelope
| Item | Quantity / Specs |
|---|---|
| Exterior Walls | OSBLOCK™ Insulated Wood Form Blocks (R32 Rated) |
| Roof System | Engineered Trusses + 25 Sheets of OSB Sheeting |
| Adhesive | 3 Boxes (12 cans) of 24oz VY Build Gun Foam |
| Sealing Tape | 5 Rolls of 3M high-performance Window Tape |
2. Windows & Exterior Doors
| Item | Quantity / Specs |
|---|---|
| Windows | European Triple-Pane Tilt & Turn (or Energy Star Canadian options) |
| Exterior Door | Insulated Entry Door for a polished aesthetic |
3. Interior Framing & Surfaces
| Item | Quantity / Specs |
|---|---|
| Steel Studs | 8ft Steel Studs for all necessary interior walls |
| Drywall / Sheetrock | 75 Sheets (4×8) for walls and ceilings |
| Interior Doors | Premium Finished-Paint Doors with time-saving frames (Germany) |
| Flooring | SPC Click Floor coverings + Bathroom Floor Tiles |
| Trim | Full set of Baseboards + Window Boxing Trim |
4. Kitchen, Bath & Mechanicals
| Item | Quantity / Specs |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Cabinets | High-Quality German-Made Kitchen Cabinetry |
| Bath Vanities | Precision Vanities for the bathroom |
| Primary Heating | Radiant Heating Panels for every room |
| Climate Control | 12,000 BTU Mini-Split Unit (Heating & Cooling) |
| Hot Water | 80 Gallon Hybrid Heat Pump Hot Water Heater |
| Lighting | 16x VY Build LED Potlights |
5. Patio & Project Support
| Item | Quantity / Details |
|---|---|
| On-Site Training | Professional guidance included for building with OSBLOCK™ |
| Decking | Composite Wood for backside patio (12 x 8ft) |
| Design Plan | Finished design plan for a 500 sqft home |
Complimentary Consultation: We offer a free expert consultation to review your build timeline and material delivery for the VY 500-Flex. Book your session here to get started.
Project Resources & Media
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