Massachusetts has passed a new law which allows any single family house to add an accessory dwelling unit. Over the years we have explored many different types of multi generational living with our clients.
Attached - Second Floor: In-law apartment in Concord for grandparents connected to the main house with a shared mudroom and entry. The bathroom is accessible, and an elevator can be added in the future.
Attached - Second Floor: In-law apartment in Medford for a grandmother on the second floor, with access to the daughter’s unit. Below the apartment is a family room for the primary unit.
Attached - First Floor: In-law apartment in Chelmsford for a great grandmother which has a bedroom, bathroom, living/eat in kitchen and tiny screen porch. It shares a laundry area with the main house.
Free Standing: Concord barn converted to a tiny in-law apartment in a back yard for a grandmother. (Credit: Nashawtuc Architects)
House Next Door: A grandmother built a scaled down version of her old house on a lot in Acton, next to her daughter.
Separate Units in Multifamily: An older couple who wanted to downsize bought and remodeled a two family in Arlington with their daughter. Each has their own unit (and privacy).
Long Term Guest Suites: Dedicated guest suites in Boxborough and Concord, with bedrooms and private bathrooms for relatives that visit for long periods of time.
Space for Grandkids: New house in Littleton for a retired couple on a lake has an area in the basement for the grandchildren with a playroom, bedrooms for sleeping, a bathroom and a kitchenette including a sink, refrigerator and microwave.
Suite for Roommate Parent: In-law suite in Concord with additional space in the bedroom for reading and watching TV with an accessible bathroom. Meals shared with the family.
Multi Use Rooms for Short Term Guests
