A tiered mahogany deck wraps around the small rectangular structure, adding additional living space and seating outdoors. Smart space saving ideas are found throughout the open-concept studio space from the fold-down desk to the retrofitted Murphy bed. A small bathroom is tucked in the back corner, out of the way. Photo 44 of 44 in 22 ADU Floor Plans That Make the Most of the Backyard from A Family Builds a Tiny Backyard Studio on an Even Tinier Budget

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A tiered mahogany deck wraps around the small rectangular structure, adding additional living space and seating outdoors. Smart space- and money-saving design choices are found throughout the open-concept backyard studio, from the fold-down desk to the retrofitted Murphy bed, which the couple sourced from Craigslist.