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Project Photos & ADU Inspiration

See real construction details from the project photo archive, then explore common ADU layouts and features for your own property.

Project photo archive: locations and homeowner details are withheld for privacy. These photos show renovation and construction work related to ADU craftsmanship; they are not all completed ADUs.

White kitchen cabinets, stone counters, tile backsplash, and stainless range hood

Kitchen Finish Work

Interior finish

Cabinetry, stone surfaces, tile, lighting, and appliance coordination.

Installed kitchen sink, white counter, faucet, cabinets, and windows

Kitchen Sink & Counter

Finish detail

A compact sink wall with fitted counters, storage, plumbing, and natural light.

White custom cabinets and counters during installation

Custom Cabinet Installation

Cabinetry

Built-in storage and work surfaces during the final installation phase.

Finished living room with restored wood floors, fireplace, and decorative windows

Finished Living Space

Interior renovation

Floor, wall, trim, and fireplace finishes in a completed interior space.

Interior wood framing with electrical rough-in and ceiling reinforcement

Framing & Rough Systems

Construction phase

Wall layout, ceiling reinforcement, and rough-system coordination before drywall.

Open interior room during wall and ceiling framing work

Open-Room Framing

Construction phase

A clear view of framing, ceiling work, and an exterior door connection in progress.

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ADU Design Inspiration

These concepts illustrate common ADU directions. Your lot, budget, and city rules determine what can actually be built.

Representative inspiration: the images below are licensed stock photos used only to illustrate design directions. They are not presented as completed Build Construction projects.

Representative detached one-bedroom adu design inspiration

Detached One-Bedroom ADU

ADU
About 600–750 sq ft
  • Private entrance
  • Open kitchen and living room
  • Dedicated laundry
  • Indoor-outdoor connection
Representative garage conversion studio design inspiration

Garage Conversion Studio

Garage Conversion
About 350–500 sq ft
  • Efficient studio layout
  • Compact full kitchen
  • Mini-split HVAC
  • Space-saving storage
Representative attached family adu design inspiration

Attached Family ADU

ADU
About 500–750 sq ft
  • Separate exterior entrance
  • Accessible circulation
  • One-bedroom layout
  • Shared utility strategy
Representative modern backyard adu design inspiration

Modern Backyard ADU

ADU
About 600–800 sq ft
  • High ceilings
  • Large windows
  • Flexible living space
  • Private outdoor area
Representative one-bedroom garage conversion design inspiration

One-Bedroom Garage Conversion

Garage Conversion
About 400–550 sq ft
  • Separated sleeping area
  • Full bathroom
  • Updated electrical service
  • New insulation and windows
Representative two-bedroom rental adu design inspiration

Two-Bedroom Rental ADU

ADU
About 750–1,000 sq ft
  • Two-bedroom layout
  • Rental-friendly finishes
  • Independent utilities
  • Durable outdoor space

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