Multi-living and home and income house plans

The way New Zealanders live together is changing. Less available land and rising prices have called for smarter building, and more families are choosing to live together while still having a space of their own.

The benefits run deep. Older children are staying home longer, parents are looking after ageing relatives, and many homeowners want the option of an income from their build. Multi-living answers all of it, and it doesn't mean sharing. It can be two separate dwellings under one roof, a self-contained minor dwelling, an attached flat, or a true two-for-one home.

There's real flexibility in how that secondary space earns its keep, too: a long-term rental, a home office, somewhere for guests, or a short-stay let. Whether you're future-proofing for family or building in an income, these plans open the door.

Below are our multi-living and home and income designs, including the latest additions from our Modern Living Collection.

A note on minor dwellings

A minor dwelling is a smaller, fully self-contained second home on your section, with its own kitchen, bathroom and entrance. It's one of the most popular ways to add multi-generational flexibility or a second income to a build, and it's exactly what our compact Mangawhai plan was designed for, whether as a standalone minor dwelling or a stylish downsizer alongside a main home.

This splendid home is two completely separate homes under one roof, compact but incredibly functional, and perfect for city living.

The main dwelling is a three-bedroom home with open-plan living, dining and kitchen, while the attached, fully self-contained one-bedroom unit sits alongside, joined by two single garages.

The outdoor living areas face different directions, so each home keeps its privacy. Clad in a mix of weatherboard and Axon panel, it has a traditional yet contemporary look that suits any setting.

Ideal for ageing relatives who want independence with family close by, and a genuine home-and-income, even double-income, opportunity.

185.0m² | 4 bed | 2 bath | 2 living | 1 garage. Explore the Octave house plan.

Multiple living options abound in this versatile design. It works as a spacious family home with plenty of room for parents and teens, the master suite fully separated from the other bedrooms with a large ensuite and walk-in robe.

The open-plan living, kitchen and dining brings everyone together while keeping the separate areas easy to reach.

Designed with income in mind, the secondary living area has two bedrooms and a bathroom that can be closed off entirely from the main house, each bedroom with its own external access, making it ideal for an Airbnb or long-term tenant.

170.8m² | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | 2 living | 1 garage. Explore the Hukanui house plan.

Smart, stylish and compact, the Forte puts two comfortable dwellings under one roof, a fantastic option for looking after ageing relatives or building in an extra income.

The main dwelling has three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, with an open-plan great room taking in the kitchen, dining and living.

The second, self-contained dwelling offers two bedrooms and a large open-plan living area, with easy access back to the main home. Each living area faces a different direction, so there's unlimited scope for family or guests.

169.5m² | 5 bed | 2.5 bath | 2 living | 1 garage. Explore the Forte house plan.

Landmark's first two-bedroom plan, the Mangawhai is inspired by the quintessential Kiwi lifestyle and made for the way we want to live smaller.

It works beautifully as a self-contained minor dwelling, a second home alongside a main build, or a refined downsizer. This two-bedroom home pairs a spacious bathroom with an elegant central kitchen, while two separate decks open off each bedroom and the open-plan living and dining, which has sliders on both sides for seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

A central fireplace adds warmth on winter evenings, a raking ceiling lifts the sense of space, and a single garage with internal access keeps everyday living easy.

111.4m² | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1 living | 1 garage. Explore the Mangawhai house plan.

Designed for dynamic living, the Rotoma redefines flexibility. A multi-option dwelling with adaptable spaces that move with growing and evolving families.

 The main home features a luxurious rear-facing master suite and a second bedroom, alongside a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge centred on a double-sided fireplace and an atrium with optional louvres.

Through its own distinctive entrance, the secondary wing offers two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a combined rumpus and kitchenette or bar, with generous storage throughout. High ceilings, feature timber decks and a practical mudroom-style laundry round out a home built for both independence and connection.

321.0m² | 4 bed | 3 bath | 2 living | 1 garage. Explore the Rotoma house plan.

Multi-living at its most refined. The Wairakei brings two dwellings together around a striking central courtyard, each designed for genuine privacy.

The main home is built around a central open-plan hub with skylit dining, a feature alfresco and a double-sided fireplace, plus a separate me

dia room and a secluded master wing with a luxe ensuite.

The adjoining secondary dwelling is fully self-contained, with its own private entry, two bedrooms, a full kitchen, a bathroom and its own alfresco. Ideal for extended family, extra income or guests. Thoughtful extras run throughout, from a study nook to a multi-use laundry and an extended-depth garage.

318.4m² | 4 bed | 2 bath | 2 living | 1 garage. Explore the Wairakei house plan.