ADU Design Services

ADUs, or accessory dwelling units, give homeowners a flexible way to add living space, support family members, or create rental income. Whether the goal is a backyard home, garage conversion, or another secondary unit, ADS helps homeowners move from ideas to practical, permit-ready plans. ADUs are highly versatile, and thoughtful design is what helps them deliver the most value.

Expect More From Your ADU

ADUs are exciting projects, but they also come with rules that are different from many other residential projects. ADS brings extensive experience with accessory dwelling unit plans and understands how to apply these requirements in a way that protects both compliance and design quality. Because ADUs are limited by available space, smart planning is essential to make every square foot work well.

Accessory dwelling unit backyard home
ADU floor plan

ADU Design Services

ADS specializes in ADU drafting and design services for attached units, converted spaces, and detached structures. Once the homeowner’s goals are clear and site conditions are documented, we guide the design process toward a solution. One that is practical, attractive, and aligned with the property.

Our goal is to help homeowners understand what is possible. Next, we move toward a final design with clarity and confidence.

From Approved Plans to Construction Readiness

Once ADU plans are approved by the local jurisdiction, the next step is securing permits so site work, inspections, and construction can begin.

Here at ADS, we bring the experience and process discipline needed to keep ADU projects moving forward with fewer surprises, better coordination, and stronger budget control.

BIM Modeling for ADU Projects

As with other residential projects, ADS begins ADU design work with BIM modeling to improve planning, coordination, and clarity. These models support collaboration with contractors, engineers, and energy consultants while also helping identify issues earlier in the process. In addition, these models also allow homeowners to visualize the ADU before construction begins, which makes decision-making easier and more confident.

3D model render

Serving Northern California Homeowners

ADS provides ADU design services across Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, and other Northern California communities. While each local jurisdiction has its own requirements, our experience helps homeowners navigate those differences more confidently and move toward permit-ready plans with less friction.

Sonoma • Marin • Napa • Lake • Mendocino • San Francisco • Alameda

Sonoma County

Marin County

Napa County

Lake County

Mendocino County

San Francisco

Alameda
(North Eastern)

Get Started with our ADU Design Services

Large or small, here at ADS every project begins with a conversation so we can understand your vision and you have a clear sense of what to expect. Count on us to listen carefully to understand your needs, review the scope of your project, and propose a clear path forward.