Multigenerational Living Made Easy with McCaffrey Homes’ Flexible Floorplans

Sharing a home with extended family used to be a backup plan. Today, it’s an intentional choice. At McCaffrey Homes, we’ve spent nearly 50 years designing homes around the changing needs of our buyers. Our flexible floor plans are designed for families who want to live together comfortably without sacrificing privacy.

Here’s what you should know about finding the right space for multigenerational living.

Why Multigenerational Living Is So Often the Smart Choice

According to Pew Research, nearly 60 million Americans live in homes with multiple adult generations or extended family under one roof. It’s a lifestyle that helps families adapt to rising housing costs, caregiving needs, and changing priorities.

For many, it’s about sharing a mortgage or easing the burden of student debt for those new graduates returning from college. For others, it’s the ability to support aging parents while raising children at the same time.

Beyond the practical benefits, there’s something deeper: Connection, tradition, and the peace of knowing loved ones are close.

We offer floor plans designed to support all of these realities, without compromising on comfort, privacy, or style.

New Home vs. Renovation: Why New Construction Wins for Multigenerational Families

Renovating an older home to support multigenerational living sounds practical until you realize the true daunting task of remodeling: Expenses. Permits. Delays. Accessibility upgrades. Months of dust and decisions.

What seems simple becomes a maze of unexpected costs and compromises.

Now compare that to a new McCaffrey home. Our floor plans are built for multigenerational needs from day one, with first-floor suites, and thoughtful separation of shared living and private spaces. No retrofitting needed!

When weighing your options, it’s easy to see the value in starting fresh. A new build offers:

• Predictable pricing and fewer delays
• Built-in energy efficiency and modern materials
• Wired for today’s technology
• A space designed to live better from the start

Explore our quick move-in homes for opportunities that are ready when you are.

How to Prepare for Multigenerational Living With Your Family

It’s helpful to cover:

• What kind of layout supports everyone’s routines and comfort
• Whether a private entrance, en-suite bathroom, or kitchenettes would help
• How to create a sense of independence for everyone under one roof

At our Design Center, you’ll work one-on-one with a talented McCaffrey Design Consultant who understands the real dynamics of multigenerational living. Bring your notes, inspiration photos, and any non-negotiables. We’ll help you prioritize what matters most.

When you’re building a home that includes multiple generations, small design choices make a big impact. Our team is here to make sure you don’t have to figure it out alone.

How Our Floorplans Balance Privacy and Proximity

Multigenerational living only works when the layout respects everyone’s space, and that’s exactly what our Poppy Collection, Savanna Collection and Ivy Collection were designed to do.

With plans that go up to five bedrooms ranging from 1,687 to over 4,000 square feet; McCaffrey homes has a variety of Multi-Gen living options from:

• First floor Bedroom & Bathroom separate from living areas for privacy
• Junior Suite with private en-suite bathroom
• Multi-Gen Suite with separate living and bathroom
• In addition, Multi-Gen Suite with separate entrance and kitchenette for added privacy

It’s all about balance. These floor plans give families room to spread out without feeling disconnected, open gathering areas make it easy to spend time together when it matters most, making day-to-day life smoother for everyone.

Life in Tesoro Viejo When Extended Family Is at Home

We build in Tesoro Viejo, a master-planned community just north of Fresno where multigenerational living fits naturally into everyday life.

Grandparents can enjoy a morning walk on the nearly 15 miles of trails while the kids head to Hillside Elementary just a few blocks away.

The whole family can meet up for live music at AXIS Coffee Bar or pick out fresh produce together at the weekly certified farmers market. Fitness classes, a resort-style pool, and The Ranch House clubhouse round out the list of amenities.

With everything from the Camarena Health Center to a variety of neighborhood parks within walking distance, the community supports every age, every schedule, and every stage of life.

Looking for a home that fits your multigenerational family? Contact McCaffrey Homes or browse our quick move-in homes today!