When Bernadette and Scott decided to build a granny flat on their Maitland property, the focus wasn’t investment — it was family. The goal was to create a comfortable, self-contained space for an elderly family member to live close by, while maintaining independence and privacy.
Located in the growing Hunter region, Maitland is well suited to granny flats, with many homeowners choosing to support multigenerational living on the same block.
For this project, Bernadette and Scott selected The Pavilion, a popular two-bedroom granny flat design, and made small but important modifications to suit their needs.
The layout provides:
As an attached granny flat, the design integrates with the existing home while still offering a clear sense of separation.
Because the granny flat was being built for an elderly family member, a few key additions were included to improve safety and usability:
These subtle inclusions make a meaningful difference for day-to-day living, helping create a space that is safe, accessible, and easy to use over time.
The granny flat was constructed using a slab-on-ground foundation with steel frame construction, providing durability and low maintenance.
Aside from the accessibility upgrades, the home features standard inclusions throughout, demonstrating how a well-designed base layout can deliver a high-quality outcome without the need for extensive customisation.
Approved via Development Application (DA), the project was delivered as part of an owner-occupied property, with both the main home and granny flat designed to work together.
In areas like Maitland, granny flats are increasingly used to support:
Projects like this show how a thoughtfully selected design, combined with a few targeted modifications, can create a practical and comfortable home for family members at different stages of life.
Bernadette and Scott’s Maitland granny flat is a great example of building with purpose. By choosing a proven design and focusing on the needs of their family member, they’ve created a space that is both functional and future-ready.
For homeowners in Maitland and across the Hunter region, granny flats remain one of the most effective ways to support family while adding long-term value to their property.
Contact us to arrange a free quote