BUILDING ADUs
HDR Remodeling recognizes the rising demand for a separate business workspace and for housing in the East Bay Berkeley area. This is why our team is at the forefront of constructing all types of ADU structures. We have:
Designed and built one story guest houses from the ground up,
Converted existing structures like basements or garages into separate living spaces, and
Partnered with prefab companies to build cost effective solutions.
Our goal, as leaders in the Design Build industry for ADUs, is to create a space that matches your unique lifestyle. Whether it’s a need for additional workspace or a place for family and friends to stay, we’re here to show you what it really takes to build ADUs.
Costs
The number one question we get from clients who want to know about building ADUs is cost. Because you are essentially building an entirely new house—though on a smaller scale—construction costs for a custom ADU built with HDR Remodeling averaged between $400-500k and $800-1000 per square foot in the Bay Area in 2020. As expected, more amenities and utilities increases the cost logarithmically due to all of the systems and upgrades required to construct a dwelling that meets building codes.
Projects
Benefits
There are, however, many benefits to owning an ADU and many ways to repurpose the space over time. They include:
Home Office: Helps keep a separation between work life and home life.
Multigenerational Living: Allows family to live on the same property while occupying independent living spaces.
Guest House: Offers friends and family a private place to stay while visiting.
Living in Place: Allows elderly family members to live in a space designed with modifications for safety and independent living.
An ADU built as a home office can be rented out for supplemental income while your family grows, become a living space for college-aged children returning home, accommodate an elderly relative when they need help getting around, and offer an alternative living option when looking to downsize from the primary house.
Process
Your ADU planning starts with a consultation with our in-house team at HDR Remodeling to determine the best approach for your budget. From there, we can continue with a meeting in your East Bay home, where we assess the ability to convert or construct your unit.
Design
Our award-winning architects and designers will create a custom design for your project. We can help you optimize your small space to make it look and feel bigger. Most importantly, we will work with you to integrate it seamlessly with your primary residence to add value to your property.
Construction
HDR Remodeling handles everything from plans, permits and zoning to plumbing, electrical, and fixtures and finishes. We act as your one-stop shop for innovative, quality, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly ADUs. Our Build team is committed to environmentally sustainable building practices to create healthier living spaces that reduces the impact to the environment.
Having a knowledgeable Design Build contractor, like HDR Remodeling, to guide you through the project ensures that your ADU is built legally, on time, and within a predetermined budget.
Want to figure out your next steps for your ADU project? Talk to us and we can help you start the process.