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What size ADU are you looking to build?

1 bedrooms generally start at 400 sq. ft., 2 bedrooms at 650 sq. ft. and 3 bedrooms at 900 sq. ft.

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Do you want to make structural changes to your kitchen?

Structural changes include adding or removing walls, or relocating sinks or appliances.

Do you want to make structural changes to your bathroom?

Structural changes include moving walls, windows, vanities or switching between tub and shower.

Cottage works best for projects with budgets starting at $50,000.

These projects generally involve architectural design, permitting and working with a general contractor.

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What level of your home are you adding to?

How much square footage do you want to add?

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What parts of your home do you want to renovate?

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What size are you looking to build?

2 bedrooms generally start at 1,000 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms at 1,400 sq. ft. and 4 bedrooms at 1,800 sq. ft.

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Where are you in the process?

To provide accurate estimates, general contractors require complete architectural plans or designs.

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You’ll get three bids from pros best fit for your project.

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My pros work efficiently and stay on timeline.
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What style are you going for?

We have both local and remote designers. Which would you prefer?

Local designers have experience navigating your city and may be able to visit your site, but remote designers may be more price competitive.

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