Explore ADU Designs
Three architectural directions. Four size ranges. Endless possibilities.
Every ADU we build is tailored to the property, the use, and your goals.
These collections are starting points — visual frameworks that help you understand scale, proportion, and design style.
Choose a collection to explore what’s possible, then we’ll personalize the layout, finishes, and structure to your site.
Prairie
Essential
Meridian
ADU Size Guide
Four footprints. Endless ways to live.
Every property, family, and use case is different.
These size ranges help you visualize what an ADU can become and how it might fit into your landscape.
Each model—Prairie, Essential, or Meridian—can be adapted within these footprints to match your site and your goals.
Small — Approx. 300 sq ft
A compact retreat.
Ideal for home offices, creative studios, guest rooms, and backyard sanctuaries.
Small in footprint, big in impact.
Perfect for:
• Guest suite
• Work-from-home space
• Gym or wellness studio
• Art, music, or hobby room
Medium — Approx. 600 sq ft
Flexible, efficient, and highly livable.
A true 1-bedroom layout with room for a kitchenette, bath, and generous living space.
Our most popular size.
Perfect for:
• Long-term guests
• Multigenerational living
• Rental potential
• Compact but complete living
Large — Approx. 900 sq ft
Expanded comfort with room to breathe.
Allows for 1–2 bedrooms, a larger living area, and more storage.
The sweet spot for families and those wanting a little extra space.
Perfect for:
• Aging parents
• Households needing separate living quarters
• Two-bedroom layouts
• Extended stay rental
Extra-Large — Approx. 1200 sq ft
A true small home.
Spacious, open, and architectural.
Ideal for clients who want full residential functionality—without the footprint of a full-size house.
Perfect for:
• Long-term living
• Full kitchens
• Multiple bedrooms
• Premium view-oriented designs
About Square Footage
Square footage is flexible within each category and can shift based on layout, program, and site constraints.
All final designs are tailored to your property and reviewed through a full design, engineering, and permitting process.
Possibilities
Designed to adapt. Built to belong.
Every property presents unique opportunities.
Our ADU collections—Prairie, Essential, and Meridian—can be expanded or refined to meet the specific needs of your site, your program, and your long-term goals.
These conceptual options help you understand what’s possible:
Loft + Vertical Space
Add a sleeping loft, mezzanine, or partial second level for extra storage or elevated living.
A simple way to create volume and light without expanding the footprint.
Daylight or Lower-Level Spaces
For sloped or uneven lots, a walkout lower level can add flexible space for work, storage, or a studio.
An efficient way to gain square footage while adapting to the terrain.
Garage-Under Configurations
Place your ADU above a one- or two-car garage or workshop.
Ideal for urban or hillside sites where space is limited and functionality matters.
Outdoor Integration
Covered entries, generous overhangs, decks, patios, and planter extensions can all be incorporated to connect your ADU to the landscape and enhance privacy, comfort, and everyday use.
Program Flexibility
Layouts can be tailored for:
• Guest living
• Long-term rental
• Multigenerational housing
• Full-time living
• Professional workspaces
• Creative or wellness uses
Your ADU becomes what you need it to be, not what a template dictates.
Next Step
Let’s talk about your property.
Design and construction begin with a clear understanding of your site, utilities, goals, and budget.
Once you’ve explored the collections, the best next step is a short design conversation.
We’ll review:
• Your property and zoning constraints
• Desired size and aesthetic
• Program and use cases
• Timeline and investment range
• Any opportunities or challenges unique to your lot
From there, we prepare a tailored concept, estimated cost range, and a path toward design, engineering, and permitting.
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