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The recently renovated residence is wrapped in soothing neutral tones, and it comes with a saltwater pool, solar panels, and a balcony for every bedroom.
The recently renovated residence is wrapped in soothing neutral tones, and it comes with a saltwater pool, solar panels, and a balcony for every bedroom.
California oak trees tower around the edge of the half-acre property.
California oak trees tower around the edge of the half-acre property.
The 900-square-foot prefabricated backyard ADU in Los Angeles, California, that Cover designed to bring a family closer together features bright white composite exterior siding and a deck made from thermally treated ash.
The 900-square-foot prefabricated backyard ADU in Los Angeles, California, that Cover designed to bring a family closer together features bright white composite exterior siding and a deck made from thermally treated ash.
The two new buildings create a courtyard-like feel in the small urban backyard.
The two new buildings create a courtyard-like feel in the small urban backyard.
AbleNook is a Florida-based prefabricated, flat-pack home kit made from aircraft-grade aluminum framing and structural insulated panels (SIPs). Although it started out as an architecture school project, it was later patented through the University of South Florida and makes for an affordable ADU starting at $75,000. Use it as a main residence, eco-friendly second home, or Airbnb. They’re also designed to be potential disaster relief, as they’re ready for just about any terrain or weather conditions, including Florida’s hurricane winds. It’s also expandable to accommodate a range of sizes.
AbleNook is a Florida-based prefabricated, flat-pack home kit made from aircraft-grade aluminum framing and structural insulated panels (SIPs). Although it started out as an architecture school project, it was later patented through the University of South Florida and makes for an affordable ADU starting at $75,000. Use it as a main residence, eco-friendly second home, or Airbnb. They’re also designed to be potential disaster relief, as they’re ready for just about any terrain or weather conditions, including Florida’s hurricane winds. It’s also expandable to accommodate a range of sizes.
Texas-based Kanga Room Systems offers a range of sheds and ADUs that can arrive as kits or as prefabricated units. Their Studio Luxe line, when designed to include a bathroom and delivered turnkey, starts at $56,700 for a 196-square-foot ADU, but increases in size and scale with their 640-square-foot model starting at $107,900.
Texas-based Kanga Room Systems offers a range of sheds and ADUs that can arrive as kits or as prefabricated units. Their Studio Luxe line, when designed to include a bathroom and delivered turnkey, starts at $56,700 for a 196-square-foot ADU, but increases in size and scale with their 640-square-foot model starting at $107,900.
Winkelman Architecture delivers grown-up summer-camp vibes with this unassuming retreat on the coast of Maine.
Winkelman Architecture delivers grown-up summer-camp vibes with this unassuming retreat on the coast of Maine.
The kitchen window frames views of old-growth olive trees and massive boulders.
The kitchen window frames views of old-growth olive trees and massive boulders.
Why Now, More Than Ever, the ADU Is the Future of Home: Whether it serves as an investment, backyard office, or intergenerational housing, the accessory dwelling unit (ADU) has never made more sense.
Why Now, More Than Ever, the ADU Is the Future of Home: Whether it serves as an investment, backyard office, or intergenerational housing, the accessory dwelling unit (ADU) has never made more sense.
The entry of the Richard Neutra’s Wilkins House connects to the verdant landscaping.
The entry of the Richard Neutra’s Wilkins House connects to the verdant landscaping.
These prefab ADUs are the perfect solution for those in need of a separate home office.
These prefab ADUs are the perfect solution for those in need of a separate home office.
The table can be converted into a second bed in order to accommodate up to four guests.
The table can be converted into a second bed in order to accommodate up to four guests.
A young couple, their son, and two rescue beagles model a grounded lifestyle from their Venice, California tiny home.
A young couple, their son, and two rescue beagles model a grounded lifestyle from their Venice, California tiny home.