PLAN
Free Consulation
We visit your property to evaluate its ADU potential. We identify conditions such as utility locations, grading requirements, and structural considerations that could affect cost and feasibility.
Design Session
We create plan options tailored to your property, gather your feedback and help you select finishes and fixtures from our Design Decision Catalog. Transparent pricing lets you lock in decisions confidently.
Contract
Once your design decisions are finalized, we provide a contract to move into Phase 2. Your deposit is applied toward the next step.
What You Get:
Site Inspection Report
Pricing Estimate
Comprehensive Scope of Work
Design Plan Incorporating All Design Decisions
Deposit Applied Toward Phase 2
DESIGN
Detailed Drafting
We create a complete set of construction drawings, including site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, and 3D views. Every design decision is incorporated and verified across all drawings.
Documentation Review
You’ll review your drawings in a session and make any final adjustments before signing off.
What You Get:
Documentation Review Session
Updated Drawing Set
Updated Pricing Estimate
Updated Scope of Work
PERMITTING
Permit Preparation & Submission
We work with engineers to make your drawings permit-ready and submit them to the city. Our team navigates local zoning, building codes, and municipal processes — even in complex jurisdictions like Santa Monica, Glendale, and Pasadena. Progress updates are provided .
Preparing for Construction
Once permits are approved, we provide all documentation needed for construction, including finalized drawings, materials lists, and detailed specifications.
What You Get:
Building Permits
Construction-Ready Drawing Set
List of Fixtures, Equipment, & Materials
Updated Pricing Estimate & Scope of Work
BUILD
Construction with Trusted Companies
We manage the full build with a pre-vetted network of construction companies. These partners are experienced with ADUs and custom homes, ensuring quality, reliability, and efficient timelines.
Construction Management
We oversee the build with regular site inspections, progress tracking, and communication through our Homeowner and Contractor Portals. From start to finish, we manage scheduling, quality, and coordination so your project is smooth and predictable.
Why It Works:
Our streamlined process, trusted contractors, and detailed planning reduce delays, control costs, and ensure high-quality results — whether you’re building for living, rental income, or long-term property value.
What you will Get:
A beautifully designed, fully functional space ready for living, working, or generating rental income.
Adu Studio made our ADU project smooth and the design fits perfectly with our home.
J & M
Their attention to detail and communication made all the difference in our build.
Lia K
