Accessory dwelling unit

An Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU, is an additional living space on your property, most commonly in your backyard. ADUs are popular home additions because they can be optimized to fit your specific needs and their often-detached nature means you can expand your living space without the hassle of home construction or remodeling. Whether you call it a granny flat, cottage, casita, or in-law suite, an ADU comes in many sizes and styles.

This is a 493 sq. ft. studio style cottage with a first-floor bedroom designed by Our Town Plans. When you go inside, you'll find a one-level floor plan (no sleeping loft) with a bedroom, reading nook,

Cities are encouraging people to add a rentable dwelling in their backyard, basement or garage.

Faster and more affordable than design-build, the Summit Series adds more SPACE. It’s a prefabricated guest house, your dream studio, the ultimate garage?

What is a mother-in-law suite? If you have multiple generations (or roommates) living at home, it might be the right choice to add one!

If you're looking to downsize, but under-400 sq. ft. is just too little, consider the Shilling 768 sq. ft. ADU (accessory dwelling unit) by Wishbone Tiny Homes. This was built for a client on land that

Name: Cindy Brahs, husband, and our adult kids have moved in during COVID-19.Location: Costa Mesa, CaliforniaType of home: ADU CottageSize: 399 square feetYears lived in: We have renovated the main house ourselves over the past 4 years and just completed the ADU cottage. Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: Welcome to our “Corona” Cottage. After completing the renovation of our main house, we decided to add an ADU cottage over our garage.

The popularity and demand for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) continue to soar. Learn how people are using them, and if an ADU might just be the perfect space solution you’re looking for.

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