Entries by Mitchell Mason

Can You Build An Annexe In Your Garden Without Planning Permission?

A key part of our service here at Family Annexe is to obtain permission from your LPA (Local Planning Authority) so that we can build your annexe. And we usually achieve this with a Householder Application and the ‘Caravan Act’. Annexes can transform the lives of many families because of the building allowing the family […]

Granny Annexe Spotlight: The Sycamore

Family Annexe’s six unique annexe models, including The Sycamore, are great alternatives for your elderly relatives. Because all of our designs are adaptable to our clients’ needs, we believe our annexes are the perfect solution for your family. In this Family Annexe blog, you can find out more about our annexes, focusing specifically on our […]

Granny Annexe Spotlight – The Bluebell

Get closer to your loved ones with one of Family Annexe’s six unique annexe models, including The Bluebell annexe. For many reasons, we believe that our annexes are the perfect solution. Each design is adaptable to the needs of the client. In this blog, we’ll tell you a bit more about annexes as well as […]

Are Granny Annexes Suitable For People With Disabilities?

One of our most frequently asked questions is, are granny annexes suitable for people with disabilities? Despite their name, granny annexes are absolutely suitable for people with disabilities. Of course, they are a great alternative for elderly people, too. In this blog we will explore how granny annexes are suitable for people with disabilites. Granny […]

Why Choose Family Annexe?

There’s plenty of builders out there that work for the client, building the annexes they want. So why choose Family Annexe? Well, when you choose Family Annexe, you’re not just choosing a team of experienced designers and builders. You’re choosing a team that understands their responsibility. We know that the one of the biggest desires […]

What Else Can A Granny Annexe Be Used For?

A great way to create additional space for a growing family, a granny annexe doesn’t just have to be for your granny. Of course, it is a popular option choice when it comes to caring for elderly relatives. But that’s not it’s only purpose. If you don’t need one for the purpose of care, that […]

Moving Elderly Parents Closer To You: Benefits Of Living Nearby

Are you thinking of moving elderly parents closer to you? There are many benefits to having your elderly parents living nearby, both for you and your parents. In this blog, we’ll look at the benefits and what options are available for moving an elderly relative closer to your home.

Moving An Elderly Relative Into Your Home: Is It A Good Idea?

If you have an elderly relative, you may be considering having them move into your home with you. Lots of families choose to have elderly relatives living with them as a multi-generational household, however, this is a big decision to make and will affect all members of the family and many aspects of your daily […]