THE GRANNY FLAT BLOG

Whether you’re moving back in with mum and dad,  moving mum and dad in, or building your investment portfolio, the information you need to help you move forward will be here on our granny flat blog.

Granny Flat with Garage in Muswellbrook

Granny Flat with Garage in Muswellbrook

Our client’s granny flat with garage in Muswellbrook is a modified version of The Trinity, complete with an attached garage and panel lift door. Built with standard inclusions and a smart plumbing performance solution, this project shows how Aplus helps clients build cost-effective, family-ready homes—without cutting corners.

Popular Upgrades: Raked and Cathedral Ceilings

Popular Upgrades: Raked and Cathedral Ceilings

You can upgrade your ceiling height from the standard 2400mm to 2700mm, or even up to 3000mm, to create a more spacious, light-filled interior. Roof profiles can also be upgraded to raked ceilings or hip and valley designs, depending on your preferred style and the flow you want to achieve in your home.

Popular Upgrades: Highlight Windows

Popular Upgrades: Highlight Windows

Highlight windows are smaller windows placed higher on the wall, above eye level. They allow more natural light to enter the space while maintaining privacy. Often positioned near the ceiling or above other features like sliding doors, highlight windows help brighten interiors, create interesting shadow lines, and bring in light from multiple angles throughout the day.

Popular Upgrades: Ramps and Accessibility

Popular Upgrades: Ramps and Accessibility

Planning ahead for mobility or ageing in place? From entry ramps to accessible showers and grab rails, Aplus offers upgrades that meet ACT Adaptable Housing Standards—designed to make your home safer, easier to access, and more comfortable for everyone.

Granny Flats: CDC vs DA – the Pros and Cons of Each

Granny Flats: CDC vs DA – the Pros and Cons of Each

Once you have made the exciting decision to build a granny flat then it’s time to submit a development application to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations. There are differences between a CDC and a DA request, and each have their pros and cons. Time, costs and likelihood of approval all need to be considered in conjunction with the potential building site.