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Purpose-built planning
Design decisions start with how the ADU will actually be used: family, guests, rental income, work, or aging-in-place.
ADU Services
Custom ADU Design
Custom ADU design turns a small footprint into a complete living environment with the right layout, finish direction, storage, light, and connection to the property.
Vancouver ADU a division of Hammer Falls Construction
Built around real homeowner decisions
Create a custom ADU design direction that feels intentional from the first sketch to the finished space.
Create a custom ADU design direction that feels intentional from the first sketch to the finished space.
Good ADU design starts with use, not square footage.
A well-designed ADU should feel like a real home, not an afterthought. Vancouver ADU a division of Hammer Falls Construction helps homeowners define the purpose of the space, shape the layout around the site, and plan design details that support comfort, privacy, and long-term value.
The most successful ADUs are shaped around daily routines: where someone enters, where coats and groceries land, how the kitchen works, where natural light comes from, how privacy is protected, and how storage keeps a compact space calm.
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Luxury in a compact footprint
Thoughtful storage, durable surfaces, layered lighting, and clean sightlines help smaller spaces feel elevated.
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Property-aware design
Placement, windows, entries, outdoor space, and privacy are considered alongside the main home.
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Builder-guided decisions
Keep the planning, scope, materials, and build sequence aligned before the project reaches construction.
Planning details
What matters before the build starts.
A polished ADU begins with clear decisions about use, property constraints, comfort, and construction sequence. These are the details that help protect budget, timeline, and the finished feel of the space.
- Kitchen, bath, sleeping, living, and storage needs within the available square footage.
- Window orientation, daylight, views, and privacy between the main home and ADU.
- Material palettes that create warmth while staying practical for daily use.
- Early feasibility questions that can affect layout, permitting, and construction scope.
Best fit
Helpful for homeowners who want clarity before committing.
- You want a custom layout instead of a generic backyard unit.
- You need the ADU to support a specific use such as family, rental, office, or aging-in-place.
- You care about finish quality, storage, and the way the ADU feels from the main home.
Common questions
What visitors usually want to know.
What makes a custom ADU design worth it?
A custom design can respond to the lot, privacy needs, views, entries, storage, and the exact way the ADU will be used.
Can design help with permitting?
Yes. A clearer design package can reduce confusion around scope, layout, utilities, and code-related decisions.
Private consultation
Talk through the right ADU path for your property.
Create a custom ADU design direction that feels intentional from the first sketch to the finished space. Vancouver ADU a division of Hammer Falls Construction can help you turn the early questions into a more confident plan.