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Building an accessory dwelling for a family compound in Orinda

New Avenue assessed the property to help the homeowners determine the best course of action. We found that the old ADU was built in 1932, at the same time as the main home. Structural damage, a weak foundation, and asbestos made the original cottage unsuitable as a home.

The family opted to build a new ADU. New Avenue’s experienced design professional created an accessory dwelling that fit beautifully on the property.

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Cost to design, permit, and build an attached accessory dwelling in Berkeley

When Lori decided to add an attached apartment to her Berkeley home, she contacted New Avenue. Lori needed a nice home for her mother that could be rented out later. A New Avenue design professional created an attached ADU with a kitchen, a dining/living area, a bedroom, and a bathroom. The designer also designed a deck with a trellis and a new driveway for the property.

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Cost to add a 430-square-foot backyard cottage in Berkeley

The backyard’s slope provided a lovely view from the rear of the yard, and Betsy hoped to take advantage of that in adding an ADU for her family. A New Avenue design professional created an ADU that could serve as a comfortable home and gave it a large deck and stairs to accommodate the unique backyard. The plans include a bedroom, a bathroom, a kitchen, and a living area.

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Converting a garage to a one-bedroom backyard ADU in Berkeley: Floorplans and ideas

Converting a garage into a livable space like this is one of the best ways to update a home. An ADU is so versatile, and with quality design and construction, it will last for generations, adapting to the needs of the homeowner and bringing sustainability, freedom, and connection, throughout its long lifetime. Here are floor plans for a garage conversion in Berkeley

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Cost to add an accessory unit or backyard cottage in Livermore, CA

Sherwin and his wife came to New Avenue for design, permitting, and construction of a backyard home. They wanted to move to their son’s property in Livermore, and they knew an accessory dwelling was an ideal way to share a home with their family while giving everyone the privacy they need. Here are the costs.

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