ADU designs can come in a wide range of styles often determined by several factors: primary and future uses; construction method; permitting restrictions; characteristics of the main house and neighborhood; and climate & geography.
Being strong proponents of ADUs for the many benefits that they can provide property owners, we find it encouraging to discover the range of designs being built. Here are just a few favorite examples for your viewing pleasure!
Table of Contents
- Home Office Retreat for Writer
- Instant Classic Elegant Prefab Model
- Built-to-Last Traditional Brick ADU
- Minimalist Retirement Home with Warmth
- Wellness & Tech Encapsulated Design
- Recommended ADU Reading
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Home Office Retreat for Writer
Built By: Harrison Design
Square Footage: 400
Construction Type: Traditional on site
What We Like:
- Angled roofline gives a sense of space
- Folding glass doors provide seamless connection to the serene outdoors
- Use of organic materials throughout: cedar ceiling and floor made from reclaimed whiskey barrels
- Hidden shelf door that leads to private bathroom and storage space
- Personalized design ideally suited for the art of writing
Harrison Design’s Writer’s Studio ADU Slideshow
Instant Classic Elegant Prefab Model
Built By: Connect Homes
Square Footage: 640
Construction Type: Prefabricated, with steel frame
What We Like:
- Open concept with built in deck
- Generously sized bedroom
- Terrific use of glass to allow for ample, ambient natural light
- Timeless design derived from years of best-of-class prefab construction capabilities and universal design principles
Connect Homes C2 Prefab ADU Slideshow
Built-to-Last Traditional Brick ADU
Built By: Smallworks
Square Footage: 935
Construction Type: Traditional Brick Construction
What We Like:
- Traditional red brick matches the character of the main residence perfectly
- Kitchen features top of the line millwork and wine fridge
- ADA compliant bathroom with shower
- Built to last with future plans of being an Aging-In-Place retirement apartment, with adult children residing nearby in the main residence
- Design meets the clear, forward-looking plans of the homeowner
Smallworks Traditional Brick ADU Slideshow
Minimalist Retirement Home with Warmth
Built By: Webster Wilson
Square Footage: 600
Construction Type: Traditional Build
What We Like:
- Built for Aging-in-Place
- Pitched roof design for inclement climates
- Cathedral ceilings, yet cozy and inviting Scandinavian interior
- Many space-saving built-ins
- Connection to garden area
Webster Wilson Retirement Home ADU Slideshow
Wellness & Tech Encapsulated Design
Designed By: Roombus
Square Footage: 480
Construction Type: Prefabricated, rigid steel frame
What We Like:
- Thoughtful human-centered design focused on comfort and wellness
- External glassfaçade is made of burglarproof composite layer
- Elegant integrated design that meshes form with function throughout
- Embedded sensor technology to monitor quality of indoor environment
Recommended ADU Reading
- An Interactive 360 Degree Virtual Tour of a Custom ADU by FineCraft
- Top Prefab ADU Companies
- Why Homeowners Should Invest in a Prefab ADU
- Choosing Between a Prefab ADU & a Stick-Built ADU
- The Impact of ADUs on Your Neighborhood: Perceptions vs. Reality
- Boxabl: Transformable Design + Automation = Affordable Housing
- These Features Will Make Your ADU More Desirable & Valuable
- Does an ADU Add Value to Your Home? Surprising Trends from HomeLight
- Want a Nontraditional House? Here’s How to Finance It!
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