ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT
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What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?
An Accessory Dwelling Unit, also known as a granny or in-law unit, is a living unit that may be up to 1200 sq. ft. An ADU is an attached or detached residential dwelling unit which provides independent living facilities for one or more persons. The ADU unit is located on the same property as the primary residence, is accessory to the primary residential building.
An ADU is required to provide permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking facilities, and sanitation, as well as, meet other requirements as stipulated by applicable life and safety code requirements from the Department of Public Works, Building and Safety Division and Fire Departments. Please contact those Departments for their process and fees.
Uncompromising
Who said you need to give up space for luxury. Create a space that caters to your needs. A space to expand creatively, acquire additional income, host guests, or launch the next greatest startup.
The possibilities are endless. Let us help you make them a reality.
Benefits of Building an ADU
Homeowners build ADUs for various reasons, including:
Generate Passive Rental Income
Increase Your Property’s Resale Value & Home Equity
Pay Your Mortgage & Live For Free
Additional Living Space For Extended Family Or Elderly Parents
Home Office or Studio
Types of ADUs
New Detached ADU (New Construction)
A new independent structure, separated from the primary home and often placed in the backyard.
Attached ADU
A unit that shares at least one wall with the primary home.
Home Conversion
A converted area of the primary home, with its own kitchen and bathroom.
Garage Conversion
A converted former garage.
Garage Addition
A new unit that shares at least one wall with the garage. Units can be built above the garage.
Junior ADU (JADU) or Interior Conversion
An ADU of no more than 500 square feet that can be built within a proposed or existing single-family home. For example, a JADU can be built by converting part of a spare bedroom.
PRELIMINARY SITE ANALYSIS PACKAGE
We don’t simply just design spaces & buildings. We create experiences!
Curious to find out what are the options on your property?
With our preliminary site analysis package our team will review your property & present multiple design options for your ADU project such as the recommended location, size, orientation & style taking into account your unique site conditions, local applicable building & planning codes, and your desired use of the structure.
We ask lots of questions!
We like to have an in-depth conversation with you regarding your project in order to fully understand and tailor the design that suits your unique needs.
We listen to our Clients!
We understand that this is your project & we are here to assist you.
Tailor your experience!
Live & Cook
Create an uncompromising full kitchen space where you can cook and entertain guest. A space flooded with natural light pouring through. Marrying the indoor meets outdoor experience into one harmonious environment.
Work & Sleep
Choose what fits you. A space to rest or a place to launch your small business.
Play & Unwind
Work hard, play hard, repeat.
Work hard, play hard, repeat.
An oasis of your own to unwind, relax & recharge. Who said you can’t have it all?
Let’s get in touch & discuss your next project.
We’re a Los Angeles based design studio who specializes in fast and affordable housing without compromising design aesthetics.