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ADU Design Ideas

A successful ADU makes limited area feel deliberate. These ideas explore compact planning, daylight, privacy, storage, utilities, access, and a respectful relationship to the primary home.

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Design themes

  • Efficient circulation with minimal wasted space
  • Built-in storage and flexible living zones
  • Windows placed for daylight and privacy
  • Exterior forms suited to residential backyards

Planning considerations

  • Start with zoning, setbacks, lot coverage, access, utilities, and parking conditions.
  • Plan mechanical systems and storage without consuming useful living area.
  • Consider privacy and outdoor relationships for both homes on the property.

Material ideas

  • Durable compact cabinetry
  • Engineered flooring
  • Efficient windows
  • Low-maintenance exterior materials

Explore the details

Spaces, materials, and architectural relationships

Use these images to identify the combinations, proportions, and details that fit your preferences. Final selections should respond to the actual home, scope, and performance requirements.

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Start a practical conversation

Start with the lot before drawing the rooms.

Share the property address, intended use, and the site conditions you already know.