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Packed with personality, this retooled shed by Best Practice Architecture might just be the cutest little ADU in Texas.

Techo-Bloc’s Aquastorm pavers are designed to allow grass to grow between them, creating a unique play between the softness of grass and the functionality of concrete. They’re also anti-flood and permeable, making them as functional as they are beautiful.

The living room's two-sided transparent EcoSmart fireplace maximizes views to the home's surrounding garden.

No-fuss, sturdy materials, like Kahrs oak chevron floors that camouflage dirt and easy-care black metal siding, free up time for family. “The more durable the material, the less work to maintain it,” says Susie. Also in the kitchen is a quartz countertop by Daltile and faucet from Kohler. The windows are by Milgard.

Upon arrival, a curved staircase leads to the main entrance. Above the two-car garage is a large terrace which has been carefully built around a soaring tree that offers ample shade.

The wooden staircase is a nod to the original timber cabin.

Now, floor to ceiling slats define the staircase. The pendant light is from Flos.

If you have the time, it's also a good idea to remove all the items from your cabinets, wardrobes, and dressers to clean the insides with a rag that has been dampened with mild soapy water.

The couple often relax by their vintage Jøtul stove—“our dream one,” Audi says—purchased from a neighbor. The rocker is a family heirloom, and the armchair is a roadside find.

Martin designed and built the partition between the bedroom and living area (a bookcase on one side and a wardrobe on the other) to allow air and light to flow through the 474-square-foot space. The living area has a rug from Pampa and vintage Narvik seating designed by Fler and restored by Martin.

After: The U-shaped kitchen has MDF cabinetry and shelving, and two sinks allow the homeowners to undergo multiple tasks at once (washing vegetables, thawing frozen items, filling pots). A light well over the open shelving helps brighten the room.

There’s now more functionality inside the door, with a built-in bench and closet storage. The green hex tile from Fireclay defines the space as separate from the rest of the living areas, while the same wood wall cladding unites them.

Dark gray marble slabs are complemented by cedar accents, in the slat wall and ceiling treatment, as well as the paneled wall.