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GARDEN SUITES & ARUS · NEWCASTLE, ON
Garden Suite Builder in Newcastle, ON
Henley Contracting is a garden suite builder in Newcastle, where village lots and newer subdivisions often have modest backyards. A compact suite can still feel open and bright with the right ceiling, windows and storage. We plan small garden suites that make every square foot count and suit the village around them.
- SERVICE
- Garden Suites & ARUs
- AREA
- Newcastle, ON
- REGION
- Durham Region
- CALL
- (905) 576-9714
01 / OVERVIEWGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · NEWCASTLE
GARDEN SUITES & ARUS · NEWCASTLE
Compact garden suites in Newcastle
A small garden suite succeeds or fails on its layout. A vaulted ceiling, high windows and one open main room can make a modest plan feel larger than it is. Built-in storage under benches and beds keeps it uncluttered, and a sliding door to a patio extends the living space outdoors in summer.
On a smaller Newcastle lot, the suite also has to leave room for the main house's yard. We test several footprints before settling on one.
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01 / OPEN PLAN
One main room for living, cooking and dining.
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02 / HEIGHT AND LIGHT
Vaulted ceilings and high windows.
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03 / STORAGE BUILT IN
Benches, closets and shelves designed into the walls.
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04 / MUNICIPAL PERMITS
Applications to the Municipality of Clarington.
02 / WHAT WE BUILDGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · NEWCASTLE
Small-suite design ideas
Compact kitchen
Full-size essentials on one efficient wall.
Outdoor room
A patio that works as a second living area.
Quiet colours
Light finishes that make rooms feel larger.
03 / IN FOCUSGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · NEWCASTLE
Planning in a subdivision
Newer Newcastle subdivisions may have architectural guidelines and easements. We review them with you so the suite is approved and fits the street.
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Choosing the right size
Bigger is not always better for a garden suite. A larger footprint uses more yard, costs more to heat and may run into zoning limits. We start from how the residents will actually live, with how many people, what furniture and what kind of cooking, and size the suite to suit them. Often a smaller, better-planned suite gives a more comfortable home and a more usable garden.
05 / IN FOCUSGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · NEWCASTLE
Near Newcastle
We also build garden suites in Bowmanville, Courtice and Clarington. See also home additions in Newcastle.
Have a smaller lot in Newcastle? Tell us about your project.
CLIENT REVIEWSIN THEIR WORDS
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shannnon russell
Having worked with Henley on Custom homes I can say their level of craftsmanship, attention to detail and overall experience as a trade on their sites is Great! They are very accommodating and a pleasure to work with. It's evident they care about their clients and the outcome of each and every project!
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Abraham Omogeroh
Great person to work with
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Marilyn Caccamo
The quality of work is exceptional, and the owners are friendly, approachable, and have a wealth of knowledge in the industry.
QUESTIONSNEWCASTLE, ON
Frequently asked questions
Can't find your answer? Tell us about your project and ask us directly.
Can a garden suite fit on a small lot?
Often, depending on the zoning, setbacks and access. We test the fit before design.
How do you make a small suite feel bigger?
Vaulted ceilings, high windows, an open main room and built-in storage.
Who issues permits in Newcastle?
The Municipality of Clarington.
NEXT STEPSTART A CONVERSATION
YOUR PROJECT
Planning a garden suite in Newcastle?
Tell us about your property and who the suite is for. We will look at what your lot allows and walk you through the next steps.
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