Ian Cubitt's Classic Home Improvements explore new housing options - great for extended families.

Matthew Galea from Ian Cubitt's Classic Home Improvements and a carpenter discussing plans for a new granny flat.

In answer to an unprecedented social demand for affordable and diverse housing choices, Ian Cubitt's Classic Home Improvements has responded by revolutionising an old familiar residential icon - the granny flat.

Indeed, the company has turned this "oldie but a goodie" into an exciting, modern and innovative housing choice.

Granny flats made by Ian Cubitt's Classic Housing Improvements are specifically designed for each individual customer by a qualified design consultant on several primary areas such as the owner's needs, expectations, budget and local council regulations.

For many families, a granny flat provides separate accommodation for older family members, young adults or teenagers seeking independence.

Although the initial motivation may be family-based, the property can later be rented out, making the granny flat a valuable and profitable home addition.

"As an investment, a granny flat makes good financial sense." said Matthew Galea from Ian Cubitt's Classic Home Improvements.

"The resell value of your property will increase and the rental income of the overall property will be maximised."

Local councils such as Fairfield, Liverpool, Campbelltown and Camden have recognised the need for granny flat construction and have responded by developing and implementing guidelines to allow the development of this type of housing.

Mayor of Fairfield City Nick Lalich says that the guidelines for granny flat construction passed in 2004 give residents greater housing choices.