Converting a garage into a guest suite or rental unit in Menlo Park
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Converting a garage into a guest suite or rental unit in Menlo Park

Erin’s new attached ADU can be used as a guest suite, additional space for the homeowner, a home for family, or a rental unit. This kind of ADU rents for $2,500 or more per month, which will be enough to pay for the project and additional expenses such as helping with the mortgage on the main home, travel, education, leisure activities, or retirement.

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Floor plans for a one-bedroom guest house with kitchen, bathroom, and attic in Berkeley
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Floor plans for a one-bedroom guest house with kitchen, bathroom, and attic in Berkeley

If Patricia rents out her new ADU, she can use the rental income to pay for the mortgage on the main home and the mortgage on the ADU. Or she can use the money to cover other expenses such as education, travel, retirement…anything she needs now or in the future. Here are the floorplans and elevations for Patricia’s new ADU in Berkeley.

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Converting a workshop to a guest room or home office in Redwood City, CA
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Converting a workshop to a guest room or home office in Redwood City, CA

Robert and Rose of Redwood City, CA, owned a beautiful property with a detached workshop and a detached garage. They came to New Avenue looking to get more from their existing structures through a major remodel. New Avenue created a design that would unite the two smaller structures, making the most of the existing buildings while forming a usable space that supports the homeowners’ needs.

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Adding a detached accessory dwelling (ADU) in Atherton, CA
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Adding a detached accessory dwelling (ADU) in Atherton, CA

New Avenue created a plan that would fit their property, meet the city permitting requirements, and be a comfortable guest suite for anyone who stayed there. The detached guest suite features a living area, a closet, a bathroom with a shower, a refrigerator, and a sink. The design makes use of natural light to keep the space bright and reduce electricity costs. Here are the rendering and floor plan.

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Adding a guest house and gym to a home in Berkeley
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Adding a guest house and gym to a home in Berkeley

When Marilyn, a Berkeley homeowner, wanted to replace an old garage with a new accessory dwelling unit, she hired New Avenue to create the perfect ADU for her property. New Avenue’s design professional spoke with Marilyn to learn everything about her needs and preferences. The designer then presented Marilyn with several design options to choose from.

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