In-law suite guide: The final checklist for your in-law project

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Your guide to in-law suite ideas

Learn all about your in law-suite addition or remodel project, plus guidance on aging-in-place living

Do you consider yourself a good host? If so, you have to consider having a proper in-law suite. An in-law suite or guest house allows you to keep the people you care about close to you while allowing them to have their own place. You have to account for space, comfortable furniture and lighting features, among other factors, when planning an addition or remodel. We understand that the process can get tricky and requires planning. To guide you through it all, we’ve prepared the definitive in-law suite guide to help you make your dream renovation a reality.

Your in-law project checklist should cover the following topics:

  • The layout of your in-law suite
  • The distribution of the furniture
  • What areas should it have?
  • Shelving and storage options
  • Different lighting options
Your guide to in-law suite ideas was last modified: March 3rd, 2021 by Maria Del Valle Dugarte S
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  • Should you consider aging-in-place additions?
  • Where are you on planning the lighting installation?
  • Have you chosen from the many flooring materials available?
  • Have you considered open shelving?

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