At Travars Built Homes, we build custom homes for how families actually live—not just how floor plans look on paper. And lately, what families tell us they need most is flexibility: space for aging parents, grown children, long-term guests, and more. Dual owner’s suites can make that possible—without sacrificing comfort or style.
What is a dual owner’s suite — and how is it different from a traditional master suite?
A dual owner’s suite floor plan provides two fully-equipped primary suites—each with its own private bath and spacious closet. Instead of a single primary suite and several lesser bedrooms, you have two primary suites of comparable scale and amenities. This means two high-quality retreats, not one quality suite and one or more lesser rooms.
Why are we seeing more demand for dual owner’s suites?
- Multigenerational living & changing family dynamics: In our region of Chatham County, Alamance, Orange, Durham, Wake, and more, we frequently encounter families where adult children move back in, aging parents join the household, or siblings decide to build together. A dual owner’s-suite layout gives everyone their own high-quality private space without sacrificing shared living.
- Privacy, independence & adaptability: Having two equally comfortable owner-level suites means no one feels relegated to a lesser bedroom. It is a layout that supports togetherness and independence—whether you’re balancing work-from-home lifestyles, caring for extended family, or simply building a home that adapts as life changes.
- Resale value & broad appeal: From a builder’s and buyer’s perspective, homes with dual owner’s suites tend to appeal to a wider market: empty-nesters, multigenerational households, investors, couples who want separate retreats, etc. This flexibility can enhance resale value.
Dual Primary Suite Floor Plans
Here at Travars Built Homes we have several floor plans that offer dual owner’s suite options. Here are just a few:
- Twin Oaks – This farmhouse-style plan places both owner’s suites on the main level, each with its own bath and walk-in closet. It’s ideal for multigenerational families or homeowners who want main-floor living with plenty of privacy.
- Sinise– With one owner’s suite on the first floor and another upstairs, this plan provides both separation and flexibility. It’s a great fit for homeowners who host extended family, work from home, or simply like having two equally comfortable retreats.
- Vidabelo – Designed from the start for multi-gen living, the Vidabelo offers a spacious main-level owner’s suite plus a second full suite tucked privately on the opposite side of the home. Families across Chatham and Alamance counties love how this layout balances togetherness and independence.
Key Takeaways
- A dual owner’s suite layout is about flexibility, equality, privacy and future-proofing.
- The feature is not just luxury for luxury’s sake—it appeals to real-life needs: multigenerational living, work/life mismatch, guest accommodations, resale.
- If you’re building with us at Travars Built Homes—across Chatham, Pittsboro, Chapel Hill, Durham, Alamance, Orange, Wake and surrounding counties—we can help you decide whether this feature is right for you.
- Ultimately: build for today’s lifestyle and tomorrow’s.
FAQs
> Q: Who really benefits from a dual owner’s suite layout?
A: Many different household types: families where parents and aging grandparents are living under one roof, couples with different schedules who need separate retreats, adult children returning home, buyers who want strong resale appeal and flexibility built into their home.
> Q: Does adding a dual owner’s suite cost significantly more than a traditional layout?
A: Generally some cost is added versus a traditional plan. Allocating more square footage to two high-end suites instead of one premium and several modest rooms means higher upfront investment. But when designed smartly—especially by a builder familiar with the lot (like us)—that investment often pays off in livability and resale value.
> Q: How do I determine where each suite should go (main floor vs upstairs vs opposite wings)?
A: Ask: Who will use each suite and how often? What is the lot layout, orientation, view, daylight access? What future mobility or accessibility considerations might there be? At Travars Built Homes, we guide you through these questions so you choose a placement that fits your lifestyle and lot.
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