ADU Construction

An accessory dwelling unit, done well, becomes part of how you live. Done poorly, it becomes a problem you visit every few months.

Modern detached accessory dwelling unit with dark siding, warm wood cladding, large windows, and a covered patio

An ADU is still a home

We approach ADU construction the way we approach everything else. Finished carefully, with the same crew throughout.

An ADU built this way still works in twenty years. It looks like it belongs on the property. That matters whether you’re building it for a family member, a visiting guest, or yourself.

Who we build for

Guest quarters

Comfortable accommodation for visiting family and friends — separate from the main house, with its own character.

Aging in place

A residence designed to support life as it changes. Single-level living, accessible details, built for the long term.

Family living

Self-contained space for a parent, adult child, or family member — private, comfortable, close at hand.

Local expertise

Permitting and building in Nevada County

California has made ADU construction significantly more accessible in recent years. Building in Nevada County requires navigating a specific local process. After thirty years of building here, that holds few surprises for us.

Thinking about an ADU on your property?

Tell us about your property and what you have in mind — we'll let you know what's realistic.