Building an ADU in Los Angeles: A Step-by-Step Guide What is an ADU? An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a supplementary residential house constructed on an existing property alongside the primary residence. ADUs are smaller than the main house and are designed for various purposes. Benefits of an ADU There are multiple benefits of an ADU, such as: It is a source of additional income. It allows guests to stay with you without disturbing your privacy and allowing the required privacy to your guests. It is a great medium to ensure living as a multi-generational family. Elderly dependents ca ..read more

Breaking Down the Costs: Building a Granny Flat in San Diego What are the costs of building a granny flat in San Diego? House to Home, your experienced house builders have all the answers.  If you’ve ever considered adding a granny flat to your home in San Diego, the question of granny flat prices and the cost to build a granny flat would have definitely come up. Here at House to Home, we’re a design-build firm in the San Diego area specializing in granny flats, more commonly known as accessory dwelling units (ADU) and design build projects. We offer a range of tailored services to f ..read more

Going Green: Sustainable Materials for Your ADU Construction If you’ve ever considered ADU construction in San Diego, you’re already on your way to going green. Going green in the building industry is something that’s becoming more prevalent. With our limited resources and the looming impact of climate change, choosing sustainable materials for your ADU construction is just one way to make a positive, more environmentally friendly choice when building your ADU. While the issue of climate change can seem like a huge issue, investing in a sustainable ADU is a practical and straightforward ..read more

Tips and Tricks for Building a Luxury Guest House Being a guest house builder in San Diego, we’ve done it all. House to Home has over 25+ years of experience in the building industry building anything from a design-build project to a luxury guest house. Our highly experienced staff wants the best for our customers and the finished product. As a luxury guest house builder in San Diego, we’ve worked with a wide range of clients, providing them with all our insider knowledge. While a luxury guest house can be on the smaller side, it’s essential to include all the necessary features to ensur ..read more

Maximizing Space & Style With Encinitas Accessory Dwelling Unit Creating an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Encinitas is perfect for adding space and style to your home. An ADU is something that our team here at House to Home specializes in. We’ve seen firsthand how ADUs can maximize usable space for your home and add style by broadening and expanding your landscaping. Located in the Encinitas area, our team offers two standard ADU builds: One bedroom, one bathroom ADUs Two bedrooms, two bathrooms ADUs While these are the standard ADUs we provide, we’re also a design-build firm ..read more

Affordable Ways To Incorporate Art into Your Living Room Decor Modern living room design isn’t complete without art. It’s what can tie a room together or be the inspiration for the color palette. So while art can often be left as an afterthought, it should really be one of the first things you think of when looking at your living room interior design. However, as much as our team here at House to Home loves art, we understand and can appreciate that it’s not usually an affordable option. Art can range from $3,000 to $25,000 per piece and even continue to exceed this price range. Artwork ..read more

How To Make the Most of Your Backyard With an Adu Floor Plans How do you make the most of your backyard when building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in the San Diego area? This is one of our most commonly asked questions. When you build an ADU, you instantly add square footage of livable space to your home, so it’s no surprise that people ask how to make the most of it. Your ADU is an extension of your home, which then extends out into your backyard. Making the most of your floor plan design is a great way to enjoy your investment to the fullest. Utilizing your backyard is a great way ..read more

How To Start the Process of Building an ADU San Diego is a great place to live, and an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) can help you make the most of it. ADUs offer extra living space that can be used for various purposes, such as housing extended family members, renting out for additional income, or simply as a home office or studio. They typically include a kitchen, bathroom and heating system, which occupants can use to live independently. ADUs are generally self-contained units within existing buildings or newly constructed additions, making them an ideal solution for anyone looking to ..read more

Designing the Perfect ADU: Tips and Tricks Are you looking to build an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) in San Diego? If so, it is important to plan your project carefully to get the most out of your investment. In this article, we will provide some tips and tricks from experienced ADU builders in San Diego, helping you create the perfect design for your ADU. We will cover everything from selecting the right materials and contractors to budgeting for construction costs. Knowing the best tips and tricks for designing a perfect ADU can save time and money and guarantee you get the most out of ..read more

9 Smart Storage Ideas for Your Kitchen House to Home’s top 9 smart storage ideas for your kitchen. These are the tips and tricks that will help to keep your kitchen organized.   Having completed a few kitchen remodels in the Carlsbad, CA area, we can confidently say that ensuring your kitchen is equipped with smart storage options, organized and functional, is what makes up a great kitchen.  Functionality and organization are two features that go hand in hand. So, when you have a functional kitchen, it allows you to optimize your storage and organization.  Why It’s Im ..read more