Building the Best In-Law Suite
We’re seeing a growing trend in Atlanta home renovations: the building of in-law suites. Homes with mother-in-law suites are becoming one of the most sought after additions. It makes sense, as in-law suites can improve flexibility and comfort and increase the value of your home!
According to a 2018 Pew Research Center study, 32% of American adults live in a “shared household,” where two or more adults who are not romantically involved live in the same home. That is a 5% increase from 2004, and it is driven by parents moving in with their children. This trend is only increasing as housing costs continue to rise, and we all face pandemic and economic challenges.
Ponce Design Build builds mother-in-law suites in the Dunwoody and Atlanta area, from guest rooms to apartments, guest houses, and full additions. We’ve found that the best in-law suites contain a combination of design elements and personal preferences to make it a success!
Best Features in In-Law Suites
While you could technically call anything a “mother-in-law suite,” the best ones have certain features. We’ve built additions and remodeled entire sections of houses to make a comfortable space for guests.
Privacy
One of the essential features of an in-law apartment is privacy. That could mean a separate entrance, their own bathroom, different living spaces, and more. Separate rooms allow for solitude, which can help keep all adults that live together happy.
Aging in Place
Building accessible features for people of any age or ability helps keep the suite useful for a long time. Ponce Design Build can build grab bars, wide doors, adaptable kitchens, and bathrooms, and more to allow for aging in place.
Amenities
Kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, hello! Talk to your future housemates about what amenities are best for both of you. Talk to us about what you can realistically do with your budget and floor plan. Sharing your home, especially with family, can become stressful when absolute must-haves are missing.
Future Benefits of Building an In-Law Suite
If you’re still on the fence about building additional space for your extended family, we’ve found our clients are happy when they realize the benefits.
Family
This one is easy – having extended family in your home means more family time. Relationships between grandchildren and their grandparents can evolve into something extraordinary. There also may be extra hands to help when days get busy and another supportive shoulder to lean on. Did we mention potential free, live-in childcare?
Flexibility
Having an “in-law suite” doesn’t just mean it’s for in-laws – there will be opportunities and design options to make this space work for your entire family. Homeowners will get the benefit of extra storage. The additional space could serve as a place for guests, live-in help, and even additional storage space.
Home Value
The extra square footage an in-law suite brings immediately adds value to your home. Design elements and how it works with your current floor plan can be a huge selling point when your house is on the market. There is also a potential for rental income!
Building an In-law Suite in the Atlanta area? Contact Ponce Design Build!
We have many years of experience designing and building the best mother-in-law suites. Contact us at (404) 734-7343 or fill out our online form to discuss your options. We will talk through your budget, needs, and design ideas to get started during your free consultation.