Multi-Generational Living Configuration — Granny Flats | Building Solution Australia
Multi-Generational Living Configuration
Two dwellings, one lot, one family
Concept Plan — this floor plan is for illustrative purposes only. It does not represent an approved design. Subject to design development, engineering, and planning approval.
A secondary dwelling designed specifically for multi-generational family living — with a connecting door option between the main dwelling and the granny flat, shared outdoor spaces, and a privacy-focused layout. A backyard home that keeps family close while maintaining independent living. Available in one- or two-bedroom configurations. No garage — a secondary dwelling on a residential lot.
Key Features
- Optional connecting door to main dwelling — keeps family close
- Private separate entry — independent living maintained
- Acoustic insulation to shared walls — Rw 45 minimum
- Shared or divided outdoor living area
- Fully self-contained — kitchen, bathroom, laundry
- Australian compliant design — NCC 2022 and Housing SEPP
- Energy-efficient — 7-star NatHERS minimum
Floor Plan
Concept Plan
Two bedrooms, open-plan living/kitchen, full bathroom, separate laundry, private entry, optional connecting door to main dwelling, shared or private outdoor area. No garage or internal car access. Dimensions indicative only.
Concept Plan — indicative layout only, subject to design development and approval
Concept Plan — indicative layout only, subject to design development and approval
Internal Layout
Designed for privacy while enabling family connection. Private entry separate from main dwelling. Optional internal connecting door. Shared or divided outdoor space. Full self-contained facilities. No internal garage or car access.
External Design Options
- Matching cladding to main dwelling — fibre cement or Colorbond
- Complementary but distinct cladding — for visual separation
- Shared roofline design — where structurally appropriate
Construction Method
LGS framing with factory-prefabricated wall panels, modular bathroom pod, and prefabricated kitchen unit. Designed for connection to existing main dwelling where approved.
Product Specifications
Standard Finishes
- Painted fibre cement cladding — to complement main dwelling
- Colorbond roof
- Stone benchtop — kitchen
- Ceramic tiles — wet areas
- Carpet — bedrooms
- Hybrid flooring — living areas
Upgrade Packages
Acoustic Upgrade
Enhanced acoustic separation between dwellings — Rw 50+ to shared walls and floor
Shared Outdoor Living
Coordinated outdoor living design — shared alfresco, garden, and privacy screening
Accessibility Package
Step-free entry, wider doorways, accessible bathroom — suitable for elderly family members
Typical Applications
Approval Considerations
Connecting doors between principal dwelling and secondary dwelling may affect the secondary dwelling classification in some states. Seek planning advice before specifying a connecting door. Multi-generational configurations are approvable as secondary dwellings in most jurisdictions.
Project Examples
- Multi-generational living — grandparents and grandchildren — Hills District NSW
Important Notice
All floor plans, specifications, and product information are indicative only and subject to change without notice. Concept plans and indicative layouts are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent approved designs. Final designs are subject to design development, structural engineering, services coordination, and planning and building approval. Building Solution Australia does not guarantee that any product can be approved or constructed on any specific site without site-specific assessment. Consult a qualified building professional and your relevant planning authority before making any decisions based on this information.