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The lodge is composed of a rectangular base, a spruce exterior, and a butterfly roof—all of which rests on a floating element.

Decking extends from the living space, adding outdoor space to the Hollywood prefab.

There’s the option to rent out the top floor, but it also makes a great place for family visiting from Europe to stay.

When Paul and Yuki Gasiorkiewicz bought a nondescript 1930s bungalow in Echo Park, they knew right away that a redesign would be in order. But when they took a closer look at the detached garage in the rear, they discovered a surprisingly stunning view that made them scrap ideas of a renovation in favor of building a brand new accessory dwelling unit.

With a clever arrangement comprising a cottage and a primary residence, local design firm ORA gives a family outdoor access at every turn.

Exposing structural materials as finish materials created valuable cost savings. The structural concrete floors and exposed second floor framing strengthen the overall aesthetic, while eliminating the need for drywall or additional flooring.

Wedged with precision between the existing garage and pool, the narrow new structure is only 13 feet wide.

“This project is the beginning of “Fluff Menage” architecture,” Ben quips.

Mike and Bryce planted dripping Algerian ivy to hang suspended against the raw concrete for a touch of greenery. "I always had a vision of growing plants on the facade,