Designing for How Families Really Live

More and more Kiwis are choosing to live together across generations — parents, adult children, grandparents — all under one roof or on the same property.

It’s practical, connected, and it just makes sense for how many of us live in Aotearoa today.
At Frankly, we love helping families make small spaces do big things.

Because a smaller footprint doesn’t mean compromise — it means design that works harder, flows better, and still looks beautiful.

Whether it’s a self-contained flat for a parent, a studio for your young adult, or a flexible space for guests or rental income, we design dwellings that feel independent yet connected — perfectly balanced for modern living.

Your backyard is full of potential. Whether you start from one of our designs or create something completely your own, we’ll help you turn it into a place that truly feels like home.