{"id":847,"date":"2022-08-16T14:17:53","date_gmt":"2022-08-16T18:17:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/?p=847"},"modified":"2024-07-26T16:52:54","modified_gmt":"2024-07-26T20:52:54","slug":"multi-generational-homes-are-not-just-practical-but-popular-too","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/multi-generational-homes-are-not-just-practical-but-popular-too\/","title":{"rendered":"Multi-Generational Homes Are Not Just Practical, But Popular Too!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home designs and plans have changed a lot over the last several years. As the population grows and lifestyles change over time, so do the styles of homes. At Frank Betz Associates, we don\u2019t want to just move with the times but <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/about-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">set the trends for future house plan designs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. One of the rising trends is building multi-generational homes. This style of home is the perfect solution to the ever-changing ways of life when it comes to family, finances, and living space needs. If you\u2019re not familiar with multi-generational styled homes, we&#8217;ll explore what they are and all of the advantages of living in one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some Facts About Multi-Generation Housing<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-850 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dsouders.devfba.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kensley-Downs-Original-Elevation-600x325.jpg\" alt=\"Kensley Downs - Original - Elevation\" width=\"600\" height=\"325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kensley-Downs-Original-Elevation-600x325.jpg 600w, https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kensley-Downs-Original-Elevation-768x416.jpg 768w, https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kensley-Downs-Original-Elevation.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is multi-generational housing? They are specifically designed homes that allow more than one generation to live under the same roof. For instance, your parents, yourself, and your children. The basic rule of thumb is that at least two adult generations are living together, so that could include an older child as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s becoming much more common for families to choose multi-generational living. One in every five Americans is living in this style of home, with a third of adults saying the main reason is for caregiving of an elderly family member. There are also a lot of cases where finances are the reason. For instance, adults between 25 and 39 are moving back in with their parents due to financial struggles or to build their finances before moving out on their own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-854 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dsouders.devfba.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Multi_generational_homes_-600x338.jpg\" alt=\"One in five americans live in a multi-generational home\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Multi_generational_homes_-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Multi_generational_homes_-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Multi_generational_homes_.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are other unique benefits, aside from being able to take care of elderly parents or save money. Space and privacy may seem like they\u2019d be issues in this type of home. However, their unique layout actually accommodates it. Additional suites, living areas, and private bathrooms allow families to each have their own space without sacrificing togetherness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quality family time is another wonderful benefit. Sixty percent of parents living with an adult child rate the experience positively overall. Homes are a place for families to spend quality time together, learning family recipes, playing games, and understanding each other. With a multi-generational home, you and your family can have even more opportunities to build lifelong memories and build stronger bonds, which can create an overall happier quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Floor Plans with In-Law Suites? We\u2019ve Got You Covered!<\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-857 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dsouders.devfba.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/In_law_suite_in_house_FINAL-600x338.jpg\" alt=\"Drawing of in an in law suite in a Frank Betz house\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/In_law_suite_in_house_FINAL-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/In_law_suite_in_house_FINAL-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/In_law_suite_in_house_FINAL.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frank Betz Associates has over 100 years of combined experience. If there\u2019s a style of home you\u2019re thinking of, chances are we designed a house plan to fit. Our multi-generational housing plans can be built with an in-law suite or older child suite as well as additional optional upgrades. Upgrades like a bedroom with its own living area and a separate garage are ways we make it easy to provide a sense of privacy for additional family members, extended family, and vacationing guests. There\u2019s also the option for larger doorways and hallways to help with higher traffic areas throughout the home. You won\u2019t have to worry about personal space with these homes or feeling squeezed in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve made it a priority to design the in-law suites and offer additional upgrades to accommodate the many reasons for transitioning to this style of home. This popular style of plan isn\u2019t going anywhere, and the reasons for building them can vary widely. Some common reasons would be to take care of an elderly parent or have an adult child move for financial reasons, to live close to their college, or a major life change. People with parents in their retirement age can save thousands on a retirement home by opting for multi-generational living. Sometimes elderly parents will even help with the down payment or mortgage on the new home. Another useful reason for building this style of home is a private work-from-home space with a separate entry, so you\u2019re not stressing over \u201cbringing work home.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-856 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dsouders.devfba.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/multi_generational_house_plans_FINAL-600x338.jpg\" alt=\"Frank Betz allows you to revise a house plan to fit multi-generational home needs\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/multi_generational_house_plans_FINAL-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/multi_generational_house_plans_FINAL-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/multi_generational_house_plans_FINAL.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Frank Betz Associates, you can revise our plans to accommodate whatever your family needs. There\u2019s more than one way to design a home that\u2019s right for every family member. Maybe you\u2019d like larger kitchen areas with varying height counters, additional living room areas, or separate access to backyards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it be a multi-generational home with an in-law suite or a single-family home with an extended back porch, we\u2019ve got you covered! Understanding the benefits of different styles of homes will help prepare you for your next home build, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/faq\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">we\u2019re prepared to answer any questions you may have.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We\u2019d also be honored to help design the home of your dreams inside and out. When you\u2019re ready to begin your new home journey, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">connect with us by phone, email, or online.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We\u2019re happy to help!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home designs and plans have changed a lot over the last several years. As the population grows and lifestyles change over time, so do the styles of homes. At Frank Betz Associates, we don\u2019t want to just move with the times but set the trends for future house plan designs. One of the rising trends [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":849,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[16,13,63,62,61,15],"class_list":["post-847","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-custom-home-design","tag-custom-house","tag-floor-plans","tag-in-law-suites","tag-multi-generation-housing","tag-multi-generational-homes","tag-new-home"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/847","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=847"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/847\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":979,"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/847\/revisions\/979"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/849"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=847"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=847"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/frankbetzhouseplans.com\/house-plan-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=847"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}