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Sharing our experience in ADU development, construction and remodeling.
The Purpose Of An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a small, habitable building place on a property that has pre-existing, main structures. The purpose of an ADU varies for one to the other. But, as many of the sobriquets - granny flat, mother-in-law-apartments, guest houses, etc. -...
Home Additions To Explore
Space is an ongoing challenge in today's real estate market, as many houses have small square footage with outrageous pricing. Getting a home that can fit your family, furniture, and other belongings is difficult unless you are willing to go over budget. Luckily, home...
Layout of A Granny Flat: Essentials Of The Unit
Granny flats are self-contained living units on a property that are a part of or separate from the main house. Granny flat is just another name for an ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit). People, not just grandparents, can live in a granny unit independently and...
Remodeling Your Kitchen On A Budget
A kitchen is one of the most expensive areas during a house remodeling, making many homeowners forgo this renovation. Luckily, there are budget-friendly designs and themes you can use to remodel your kitchen. Having a low-cost kitchen renovation doesn't mean it won't...
Legalizing Unpermitted Garage Conversion in Los Angeles
Unpermitted garage conversion is very common in Los Angles and the surrounding areas and are on every block. Now that accessory dwelling units (ADU) are legal, cities are cracking down on unpermitted additions, and especially on those illegal garage conversions. When...
Things You Should Do Before You Start Building An ADU
There are many reasons why people build accessory dwelling units (ADU). Some build them to house members of the family while others build them to earn additional income through rent. Regardless of the reason, the fact remains that an ADU is an excellent investment....
3 Ways To Transform Your Garage
Converting your garage is a simpler, more cost-effective way of creating extra space in your home without having to extend your property or move. Often used as a dumping ground for old possessions you no longer have any use for, it may be time to clear out your old...
Bathroom Remodeling Tips
Bathroom renovations are essential in improving your home's look and updating your electrical and plumbing work. However, it can be a challenging project for many homeowners that are not familiar with the home remodeling process. You need to know what to expect and...
Tips For Decorating A Granny Flat
Accessory dwelling units, or granny flats, are becoming very popular as a way for homeowners to maximize space and even make some extra money by renting them out. While there were government restrictions on granny flat construction for a long time, that is starting...
3 Reasons You Should Consider Garage Conversions
Your garage can be used for a lot more than storing bikes and boxes of leftover tools and supplies. If you have a garage that is rarely used and need extra living space at home, garage conversions are probably the best solution to putting your garage to use and adding...
Benefits Of Building An ADU On Your Property
The current real estate market offers high prices, smaller inventory, and fewer new builds, forcing homeowners to find alternatives to optimize space and spend less. It also forces potential buyers to look for new housing arrangements like ADU. An accessory dwelling...
Guidelines on How to Convert Your Garage Into a Livable Space
Increased demand for housing has become rampant due to massive growth in population. When your living space is limited, ideas on maximizing it become an essential factor to be deliberated on. Thinking of buying a new home or relocating is an expensive measure...