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CREATING A LEGACY FOR THE FUTURE OF OUR CHILDREN: MyHaus Property Group
BY SHARI HALL // PHOTO BY EMPIRE ART PHOTOGRAPHY
For Kira Steinhaus, the drive to create a sustainable future is more than just a professional ambition—it’s a deeply personal mission. As the mother of two boys, Kobi and Karda, Kira is fuelled by the desire to build a world where they can thrive. This commitment to sustainability and legacy guides her every decision at MyHaus Property Group, the family-owned business she now leads.
“My children are my ‘why’,” Kira says. “Everything I do is to create a better future for them. I want to show them that it’s possible to live comfortably while respecting the environment.”
Kira’s passion for sustainability is not just about building homes—it’s about creating spaces that reflect her family’s values and long history of craftsmanship and environmental stewardship.
A LEGACY ROOTED IN CRAFTSMANSHIP
Kira’s family history is rich with examples of innovation and craftsmanship. Her paternal grandfather, Emiel Steinhaus, was an engineer who worked across Brazil, Indonesia, and Holland. Though Kira never met him, his reputation as a man who could build anything with his mind lives on in the stories passed down through the generations.
“My grandfather was the glue that held everyone together,” Kira shares. “My dad, Sjoerd, inherited his skills, and I learned from both. That sense of building something from nothing has been passed down through the family.”
Sjoerd was a builder known for restoring heritage buildings and creating beautiful spaces with limited resources. One of Kira’s earliest memories is helping her father transform a government-provided house in Holland from a bare shell into a fully realised home.
“We weren’t wealthy, but my dad could make something beautiful out of very little,” Kira recalls. “He built our kitchen bit by bit as we could afford it. That’s where I learned the value of resourcefulness and quality, which I bring into every project I work on.”
This legacy of craftsmanship is central to Kira’s approach to her work today. She ensures that every project reflects her family’s values of quality, integrity, and respect for the environment.
THE PRESENT: MYHAUS PROPERTY GROUP
With MyHaus Property Group, she sees an opportunity to continue her family’s legacy while pushing the boundaries of sustainable building. Today, MyHaus is known for its commitment to creating homes that balance environmental sustainability with modern comfort.
“My brother, Kristiaan, and I both grew up with a deep respect for sustainability,” Kira explains. Kristiaan, who runs his own sustainable building company, Eco Haus Australia, is just as committed to reducing environmental impact as Kira is. “We both believe in the same thing— creating spaces that work harmoniously with the environment.”
At MyHaus, sustainability is at the core of every project. Whether retrofitting existing homes to improve energy efficiency or designing new developments with eco-friendly materials, Kira always seeks ways to minimise environmental impact without sacrificing quality.
“We can’t always make every home fully energy-efficient,” she admits, “but we can make improvements that make a big difference, like adding ventilation or skylights to reduce the need for artificial lighting.”
One of Kira’s dreams is to spearhead a mixed-use development that integrates residential, commercial, and green spaces. This project would reflect her vision for the future of property development—functional and beautiful spaces that reduce their footprint on the planet.
THE FUTURE: CONTINUING THE LEGACY
For Kira, the future of MyHaus Property Group is about more than just building homes—it’s about creating a legacy for her children and future generations. Kobi and Karda are already learning the values their mother holds dear, whether it’s through planting trees around the property or getting involved in small building projects.
“Kobi loves working with the land, and Karda is more creative and always striving to learn more,” Kira says proudly. “I want them to grow up knowing they can make a difference—that how we build and live matters.”
Kira’s commitment to sustainability is not just a professional choice— it’s a way of life she is passing on to her children. She hopes to inspire other developers to see that building sustainably is not only possible but essential in today’s world.
“We’re setting a trend,” Kira says. “I want to show that sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the future. Whether it’s new developments or retrofitting existing homes, there’s always a way to build smarter and leave a smaller environmental footprint.”
As Kira looks ahead, she focuses on expanding MyHaus Property Group’s impact. She aims to continue pushing the boundaries of sustainable building while inspiring others in the industry to do the same.
“We’re not just building homes,” Kira says. “We’re building a legacy for our children, the community, and the future.”
