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Practical advice on planning, budgeting, and building a backyard home — from first idea to final permit.
ADU Planner for your accessory dwelling unit with 700 designs
Use our free ADU planner to explore pre-designed plans, get all-in estimates, and follow a clear permit-to-build path. Boost your home value 20–30%.
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Latest articles
Guides on costs, permits, financing, and floor plans — plus stories from real ADU builds.
Two Story Prefab Homes- Smart Move, New Floor Plans
Explore two-story prefab homes: faster builds, lower costs, energy efficiency, and modular floor plans that maximize space on a smaller footprint.
How big is 1000 square feet? Prepare to Be Surprised.
See exactly how big 1000 square feet (1000 sq ft) really is, room by room, with dimensions, comparisons, and ADU floor plan ideas to match.
ADU kits – free house design with prefab experts
ADU kits pair free house design from prefab experts with premium materials, cutting build time and cost for backyard units, rentals, and guest suites.
Prefabricated Home Kit – Affordable & Easy Modern Housing Solution
How prefabricated home kits work: types, the real costs beyond the $20k clickbait, and how to choose a kit that fits your budget and codes.
Prefab ADU Kits - Magic Homes for Any Backyard
Compare prefab ADU kit methods, sizes, and costs, then see the steps from site plan to a move-in-ready backyard unit in weeks.
Pre-Construction Meetings that Make or Break a Project
A pre-construction meeting aligns every key player before work begins. Learn what to expect and how to prepare with an agenda and checklist.
Modern ADU: Diverse and Full of Character
Explore modern ADU designs from 200 to 1,000 sq ft, plus prefab options, costs, and the steps to build your own backyard unit.
Prefabricated Accessory Dwelling Unit: Modern and Custom
Prefab ADUs arrive built off-site for a faster setup.
AR for ADU: Benefits of augmented reality building
Place a virtual ADU in your backyard with your iPhone. AR helps you visualize the design and avoid costly change orders before construction.
Modular ADU: Make No Faux Pas in a Hurry
Thinking about a modular ADU in California? Here's what it really costs, how long it takes, and the questions to ask before you buy.