This Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is 1 bed / 1 bath 499 SF. It is a city of Encinitas Permit Ready ADU (PRADU) designed by DZN Partners. This granny flat feels spacious due to it's high ceilings, large windows and sliders off both sides of the house that let in lots of natural light. There is a large patio off the living room and a private outdoor patio off the bedroom which takes advantage of outdoor living! Come check out this ADU! The Encinitas PRADU designs can also be permitted in other cities throughout San Diego. Contact Cross Construction to learn more!

What is an ADU: Accessory Dwelling Units: An accessory dwelling unit, usually just called an ADU, is a secondary housing unit on a single-family residential lot. The term “accessory dwelling unit” is a institutional-sounding name, but it’s the most commonly-used term across the country to describe this type of housing. While the full name is a mouthful, the shorthand “ADU” is better. ADUs vary in their physical form quite a bit, as there are detached ADU, attached ADU, second story ADU (above garage or work shop), addition ADU, internal ADU. IMPORTANT: There’s simply too few permitted ADUs to make a real difference in the housing stock. But, even if they aren’t going to solve all a city’s problems, they may help homeowners solve some of their problems. The most common motivation for ADU development is rental income potential, followed by the prospect of flexible living space for multigenerational households. We at FIDELITY GENERAL CONTRACTORS, providing a single point of contact to homeowners interested in this product, from conceptual stage including plans, city legwork, project managing of the construction stage including assistance with material purchase and other coordination, all the way to completion. (this project showcases a detached ADU, 400 SQ.)

Converted from an existing Tuff Shed garage, the Beech Haus ADU welcomes short stay guests in the heart of the bustling Williams Corridor neighborhood. Natural light dominates this self-contained unit, with windows on all sides, yet maintains privacy from the primary unit. Double pocket doors between the Living and Bedroom areas offer spatial flexibility to accommodate a variety of guests and preferences. And the open vaulted ceiling makes the space feel airy and interconnected, with a playful nod to its origin as a truss-framed garage. A play on the words Beach House, we approached this space as if it were a cottage on the coast. Durable and functional, with simplicity of form, this home away from home is cozied with curated treasures and accents. We like to personify it as a vacationer: breezy, lively, and carefree.

Adaptability and flexible use are key when adding a small Accessory Dwelling Unit to your backyard. This small 500 SF ADU fits snugly into the yard, providing indoor/outdoor living for residents and guests. Flat roofs combine with a single shed roof for a dynamic form and functionality. The cedar veneer ceiling at the covered porch adds warmth and helps the unit fit seamlessly into the yard.

This open concept floor plan brings the outdoors in, helping the ADU live larger than its 500 SF size. Light interiors along with south facing windows help maximize natural, bright sunlight. With 500 square feet, this accessory dwelling unit offers great flexibility in use. There is a small home office, and the living space provides housing for guests, extended family, or rental income, while also offering entertaining space as an extension of the yard.

Second Floor Bedroom of the Accessory Dwelling Unit functions as a guest bedroom and home office.
Example of a mid-sized trendy guest light wood floor and vaulted ceiling bedroom design in Philadelphia with gray walls and no fireplace

Tucked away behind the primary residence is a tidy and well-lite Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) sporting a full bath and bedroom, and an open-floor-plan living space that leaves plenty of room for the corner kitchen and office nook. The unit features the same quality rift-sawn white oak and Marvin window collection as the main house, creating a homey and elegant small living space.

Interior of Accessory Dwelling Unit shows kitchen.
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, black appliances, no island and white countertops

Accessory Dwelling Unit - street view
Inspiration for a small contemporary gray two-story concrete fiberboard and clapboard exterior home remodel in Philadelphia with a shingle roof and a gray roof

What is an ADU: Accessory Dwelling Units: An accessory dwelling unit, usually just called an ADU, is a secondary housing unit on a single-family residential lot. The term “accessory dwelling unit” is a institutional-sounding name, but it’s the most commonly-used term across the country to describe this type of housing. While the full name is a mouthful, the shorthand “ADU” is better. ADUs vary in their physical form quite a bit, as there are detached ADU, attached ADU, second story ADU (above garage or work shop), addition ADU, internal ADU. IMPORTANT: There’s simply too few permitted ADUs to make a real difference in the housing stock. But, even if they aren’t going to solve all a city’s problems, they may help homeowners solve some of their problems. The most common motivation for ADU development is rental income potential, followed by the prospect of flexible living space for multigenerational households. We at FIDELITY GENERAL CONTRACTORS, providing a single point of contact to homeowners interested in this product, from conceptual stage including plans, city legwork, project managing of the construction stage including assistance with material purchase and other coordination, all the way to completion. (this project showcases a detached ADU, 400 SQ.)

Light filled kitchen of the Accessory Dwelling Unit with great view of the street
Open concept kitchen - small contemporary l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Minimalist one-story exterior home photo in San Francisco

This sun-filled tiny home features a thoughtfully designed layout with natural flow past a small front porch through the front sliding door and into a lovely living room with tall ceilings and lots of storage.

Inspiration for a modern living room remodel in San Francisco

Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in San Francisco

This custom coastal Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) / guest house is only 360 SF but lives much larger given the high ceilings, indoor / outdoor living and the open loft space. The design has both a coastal farmhouse aesthetic blended nicely with Mediterranean exterior finishes. The exterior classic color palette compliments the light and airy feel created with the design and decor inside.