Accessory Dwelling
Units (ADUs)
Creating a true Home Base.
Smart, flexible living—designed, permitted, and built with confidence.
An ADU is a smart way to add flexible living space and long-term value. The key is starting with feasibility, then moving through design, permits, and construction with clear steps and steady updates.
What We Build
We specialize in a wide range of ADU solutions tailored to your lot, budget, and goals:
- Detached ADUs
- Garage conversions (attached or detached)
- Attached ADUs
- Junior ADUs (JADUs)
- Rental units, guest houses, and multigenerational living spaces
- Custom layouts with full kitchens, baths, and living areas
- Energy-efficient and code-compliant builds
Each project is designed to integrate seamlessly with the existing home while standing on its own as a high-quality living space.
Feasibility
Before drawings or pricing get serious, we start with feasibility. This is where most ADU projects either become clear, or become confusing later.
Feasibility typically includes:
- What type of ADU makes sense for the lot (detached, attached, garage conversion, JADU)
- Basic constraints that affect the plan (setbacks, size, height, parking where applicable)
- Utility considerations (service, upgrades, connections)
- A realistic discussion of timeline drivers and budget drivers
Why homeowners build ADUs
These are the top motivations we see most often:
- Family space (parents, adult kids, guests)
- Rental income
- Property value and future options
Our
Process
Most project stress comes from unclear scope and late decisions.
We reduce that with a simple structure and consistent checkpoints.
Plan
We confirm your goals, scope, and budget range so everyone starts on the same page.
Design
We finalize the layout and key selections
Permits
If permits are required, we handle the process end to end and keep you updated on milestones.
Build
The build is managed in clear stages, with regular checkpoints and updates
Closeout
We wrap up the details, complete the punch list, and leave the space clean and ready.
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Common ADU challenges we help prevent
ADU projects come with unique hurdles—especially in California. Homeowners often face:
- Zoning and setback confusion
- Unclear size, height, or parking requirements
- Utility upgrades and connection coordination
- Permit delays or incomplete submittals
- Budget creep from undefined scope
Our process addresses these issues upfront, reducing surprises and keeping your project on track.
What you decide early
These are the decisions that usually keep an ADU moving:
- Detached vs attached vs conversion
- Size target and layout priorities
- Finish direction and level
- Windows, exterior look, and major materials
- Kitchen and bath basics (not every detail, just the big items)
- Utility approach (what is needed, what may need upgrades)
Timeline expectations
Timelines depend on scope, permitting, utility needs, and material lead times. Here are realistic ranges to set expectations:
- Feasibility + Pre-Design: 4-8 weeks
- Design Development: typically starts early and runs alongside feasibility depending on decisions and revisions
- Permitting: about 3.5-4 months (complex projects can take 5-6 months)
- Construction: generally 4-8 months (varies by size, site access, and utility scope)
- Typical total project timeline: 10-14 months from first consultation to completion
We will give you a project-specific milestone schedule once feasibility, scope, and selections are clear.
Why Build an ADU With Us
ADUs demand both design sensitivity and construction discipline. Our structured approach:
- Protects your investment
- Keeps scope and costs transparent
- Simplifies city approval
- Delivers a space that feels complete – not compromised
From first sketch to final inspection, we focus on clarity, communication, and execution.
F.A.Q.
Can an ADU be used as a rental?
Yes. Many homeowners build ADUs for long-term rental income or future flexibility. Rules can vary, so we confirm the best approach during planning.
Do you handle permits and city coordination?
Absolutely. We manage the process from drawings through approvals and inspections.
Do you help with design and selections?
Yes. We can support layout planning and help organize selections so decisions are made at the right time.
Is a garage conversion faster than a new ADU?
Often it can be, but it depends on structural conditions, utilities, and the city review process. We confirm feasibility first so expectations are realistic.
What usually impacts timeline the most?
Permitting timelines, utility requirements, and late changes to scope or selections.
How involved will I need to be?
We guide the process and keep communication consistent, but you will still approve key decisions and selections as the project moves forward.
Ready to Add an ADU to Your Property?
Whether you’re looking to generate income, house family, or future-proof your property, an ADU is a smart, flexible solution—when it’s done right.