ADU Exterior Styles

Express Your Style • Match Your Main Home • Stand Out in Your Neighborhood

Choose the perfect architectural style for your ADU. From sleek contemporary designs to classic craftsman charm, we build ADUs that complement your property and personal taste.

Contemporary ADU Style

Contemporary

Clean lines, modern materials, and minimalist aesthetics define our contemporary ADUs. Perfect for those who appreciate sleek, forward-thinking design.

Key Features:

  • Flat or low-slope roofs
  • Large windows & glass doors
  • Horizontal siding (fiber cement, metal)
  • Minimal exterior ornamentation
  • Neutral color palettes (gray, white, black)
  • Open, airy feel with natural light
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Craftsman ADU Style

Craftsman

Timeless elegance with handcrafted details. Craftsman ADUs feature warm, inviting aesthetics that blend beautifully with traditional California homes.

Key Features:

  • Gabled roofs with wide eaves
  • Exposed rafter tails & beams
  • Front porch with tapered columns
  • Horizontal lap siding in earth tones
  • Multi-pane windows
  • Stone or brick accents
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Modern Farmhouse ADU Style

Modern Farmhouse

Combine contemporary aesthetics with rustic charm. Modern Farmhouse ADUs feature clean lines, mixed materials, and timeless appeal perfect for California living.

Key Features:

  • Mixed siding materials (lap + board-and-batten)
  • Black-framed windows & doors
  • Metal or dark architectural shingle roof
  • Natural wood accents
  • Front covered porch with columns
  • Light neutral color palette
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Customize Your ADU Exterior

Personalize every detail to match your vision and property

Color Palette

Choose from curated color schemes or create your own custom palette to match your main house

Materials

Select premium siding, roofing, trim, and accent materials for your desired look and durability

Doors & Windows

Configure window sizes, styles, and door designs to optimize light, views, and curb appeal

Roofing Options

Choose from composition shingles, metal, tile, or other roofing materials and profiles

Porch & Entry

Add covered porches, pergolas, or custom entryways to enhance outdoor living space

Lighting & Fixtures

Select exterior lighting, house numbers, and decorative fixtures that complement your style

Style Comparison

Find the perfect match for your property and preferences

Feature Contemporary Craftsman Spanish Mediterranean
Best For Modern homes, urban settings Traditional homes, suburban areas Mediterranean homes, warm climates
Roof Style Flat or low-slope Gabled with wide eaves Clay tile, low-pitch
Exterior Material Metal, fiber cement, glass Wood or fiber cement siding Stucco
Color Palette Gray, white, black, bold accents Earth tones, greens, browns Beige, terracotta, cream, white
Windows Large, floor-to-ceiling, minimal frames Multi-pane, double-hung Arched, wrought iron accents
Maintenance Low (modern materials) Moderate (wood requires upkeep) Low to moderate (stucco care)
Timeline 2-4 months (modular) / 4-6 months (stick-built) 3-5 months (modular) / 5-7 months (stick-built) 3-5 months (modular) / 5-7 months (stick-built)
Price Range $$$ - $$$$ $$ - $$$ $$$ - $$$$

Why Your ADU's Style Matters

Property Value

A well-designed ADU that complements your main home can increase overall property value by 20-30%

Tenant Appeal

Attractive exterior design makes your ADU more desirable to quality tenants, reducing vacancy

Neighborhood Harmony

Matching your neighborhood's architectural character maintains community aesthetics and avoids conflicts

Personal Satisfaction

Building an ADU you're proud of enhances your daily life and creates a lasting legacy

Ready to Choose Your Style?

Schedule a consultation to explore exterior options, see material samples, and design your perfect ADU.

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