Sample Accessory Dwelling Guest House Plans - Including Loft Heights
People often ask about loft heights. At New Avenue we have designed hundreds of lofts and we've spent many nights sleeping in them too:)
Under the old codes in Berkeley, CA, there was a max height of an 8' wall, a 12' average height and a 16' peak. With these restrictions you can only fit about a 5' loft. Here is what that looks like:
This loft looks nice, but it is too short for anyone over about 14.
We sat down with the Mayor of Berkeley a few years ago and pointed this out. Now you can build taller! A cottage permitted under newer codes allows a 10' wall height, 14' average height and 18' max height will fit a 7' loft. This is a big big deal if you're actually trying to use the loft.
Here is another example:
Susan's cottage studio with upstairs loft
This ADU has a 6'6" loft. Click the button to take a look.
We have hundreds of completed designs that we are happy to share with you for studying purposes only.
These are a few simple layouts to think about:
701-square-foot attached in-law apartment in San Ramon, CA
Site plan in San Ramon
Floor plan for an attached ADU in San Ramon
Elevations for an attached ADU in San Ramon
620-square-foot detached backyard cottage in Berkeley, CA
Floorplan for a detached ADU in Berkeley
Elevation for a detached ADU in Berkeley
If you have questions about building your own ADU, schedule your free call today. We’ll discuss budgets, plans, permits, and the possibilities for your home.
