Author: Kevinmaync

The fastest way to derail an ADU is to start with finishes before you’ve solved the fundamentals. Good ADU layouts win on function—compact kitchens that still work, smart storage, and...... Read More

If you value predictability, design-build can prevent the “telephone game” between designer and contractor. The advantage is early coordination: feasibility and cost get tested while design is still flexible. Permitting...... Read More

Planning an ADU gets easier once you treat it like a real home, not a side project. Good ADU layouts win on function—compact kitchens that still work, smart storage, and...... Read More

If you’re hiring for an ADU, treat it like hiring for a full home build—because it is, just smaller. Ask how they handle preconstruction: site evaluation, utility strategy, permitting responsibilities,...... Read More

If you value predictability, design-build can prevent the “telephone game” between designer and contractor. A strong design-build process includes preconstruction, a selection schedule, and a clear permitting path. A quick...... Read More

The best ADU contractors make the project feel predictable: clear scope, realistic schedule, and disciplined changes. Review comparable projects and look for consistency—clean scopes, predictable timelines, and details that show...... Read More