Small adu

San Francisco-based startup Avava Systems has constructed prefabricated tiny houses that take less than six weeks for construction.

Name: Diana Pasquali, my husband, two kids, and golden retriever MiaLocation: Rockridge — Oakland, CaliforniaType of home: ADU / Tiny HouseSize: 280 square feetYears lived in: 8 years, owned Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: Our family of four lives in a small, Craftsman house and wanted a little more space so that we could have guests and storage. We had a falling down, cinder block garage that was home to rats and spiders. We knocked it down!

Featured, recently built ADUs including flex space, in-law unit, detached, rental income generating, office and hobby spaces.

The renovation turned a run-down backyard structure into a wonderfully funky celebration of mundane building vernacular

Oftentimes not only is building a tiny house illegal but so is building a small one. One way to get around it, is by building what's called an Accessory Dwelling Unit, or an ADU for

A 400-square-foot small accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Portland’s Boise-Eliot neighborhood is included in “ADUs: The Perfect Housing Solution."

Maximize your compact living space with innovative 400 sq ft ADU floor plan ideas that blend functionality with style. Designing a 400 sq ft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) can be a challenge, but with clever use of space and multipurpose fixtures, it’s possible to create a comfortable and livable environment. Here are some ideas to consider while planning your ADU floor plan: **1. Open Floor Concept:** An open floor plan can make a small space feel larger. Combine the kitchen, living, and…

The Beauty of Small Container House Living

A 1926 Spanish bungalow has housed this Pacific Palisades family for nearly 30 years. Can a small ADU help shelter them for 30 more?