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Custom ADUs Made Simple

Why Homeowners Choose Cottage

Custom Designed
Custom Designed
Zero Hassle Process
Zero Hassle
Best-In-Market Value
Best Value
Vetted Professionals
Vetted Pros
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Custom Designed Just For You

Unlike prefab ADUs, we offer custom designs to match your unique space, budget and needs.
Kitchen
Ample natural light
Space to entertain
Indoor-outdoor living
$200k-$250k budget

Recently we've designed and built

Mill Valley ADU for In-Laws and Family Flex Space
In-Law Unit
Flex Space
Mill Valley ADU for In-Laws and Family Flex Space
Stunning San Jose ADU Adds Space for Hosting and Working
In-Law Unit
Flex Space
Stunning San Jose ADU Adds Space for Hosting and Working
Customized Craftsman ADU for Multi-Generational Family
In-Law Unit
Flex Space
Customized Craftsman ADU for Multi-Generational Family
This Spanish Bungalow ADU is The California Backyard Dream
Flex Space
Rental Income
In-Law Unit
Office / Hobby Space
This Spanish Bungalow ADU is The California Backyard Dream
Modern ADU for Family in Saratoga
In-Law Unit
Flex Space
Modern ADU for Family in Saratoga
San Diego Surf Casita - Rental Income ADU with California Vibes
Rental Income
Flex Space
San Diego Surf Casita - Rental Income ADU with California Vibes
Modern ADU with Customized Design & Turnkey Build
Flex Space
Rental Income
In-Law Unit
Modern ADU with Customized Design & Turnkey Build
Customized LA Bungalow ADU for Rental and Personal Use
Rental Income
Flex Space
Customized LA Bungalow ADU for Rental and Personal Use
Brand New Guest Cottage in Midtown Palo Alto for Local Residents
Rental Income
Brand New Guest Cottage in Midtown Palo Alto for Local Residents
468 Sq Ft, 1 Bedroom ADU Perfect for Your Backyard Space
Flex Space
In-Law Unit
Rental Income
Office / Hobby Space
468 Sq Ft, 1 Bedroom ADU Perfect for Your Backyard Space
Efficient and Open 2 Bedroom Accessory Dwelling Unit in Castro Valley
Flex Space
Rental Income
Efficient and Open 2 Bedroom Accessory Dwelling Unit in Castro Valley

Hassle-Free Process

We handle your project from design to permitting to construction with a vetted contractor. We involve you in the fun parts of design while saving you the paperwork and heavy lifting.
1

Feasibility

Feasibility

Discover what type of ADU is best suited for your property, goals, and budget.
2

Design

Design

Work with a Cottage Designer to develop custom architectural plans and select finishes for your ADU.
3

Permitting

Permitting

We prepare your permit application and work directly with the city to expedite your permits.
4

Construction

Construction

We pair you with a pre-vetted General Contractor and work together to bring your ADU plans to life.
Cottage floor plans

Choose from dozens of floor plans

Get started with one of our team’s favorite floor plans. We’ve hand selected these plans for their smart usage of space and value-engineered details. By starting with a Cottage Favorite floor plan, you’ll be able to move more quickly through design and permitting, saving you both time and money.
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Best Value ADUs, Transparent Pricing

Best Value ADUs, Transparent Pricing

Build with a Local Vetted Pro

We'll pair you with a licensed contractor from our trusted network across San Diego, Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Seattle. Each builder is fully qualified, vetted, and ready to build your ADU.
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Hi Christina, I stopped by the site today and things are coming along well - right on schedule. Walls are framed out.
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Amazing! Can't wait to see!
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Local Contractors

We set you up with a vetted ADU contractor near you, which means that they're easily within reach and know the finer points of building in your neighborhood.
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"I chose Cottage for my ADU because of the team’s ability to meet my personal needs and fit the unit onto my lot. I’m excited to watch my dream be constructed!"
Jean
North Hollywood, CA
"My ADU journey was as easy as can be, thanks to the Cottage model and team."
Tom
Los Angeles, CA
"The Cottage team has been fabulous!"
DJ
Oceanside
"The team at Cottage is excellent! Super professional, knowledgeable and very transparent during the process."
Rebeca
Cottage Homeowner
"Cottage really helps make the ADU process accessible, approachable, and less intimidating."
Harold
Redwood City, CA
"My ADU all comes down to speed of execution and efficiency, and that has all been there with Cottage."
Harmol
Berkeley, CA
"Having built ADUs at our two previous homes, I have to say, working with Cottage has been orders of magnitude easier than doing it ourselves."
Christine & Stanley
Palo Alto, CA
"Cottage was always very calm, professional, friendly, approachable, and kept us in the loop. They made us feel good every step of the way."
Kim
Cottage Homeowner
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