Sustainability for San Diego ADUS, Granny Flats, & Casitas in 2025

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The idea of sustainability in homebuilding and remodeling is receiving more attention than ever. It’s easy to understand why. The combination of ROI realized in increased home value, lower utility bills, and the rewards of good environmental…

Sustainable Ideas for San Diego ADUS, Granny Flats, & Casitas in 2023

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Reduce energy consumption and save money!   Looking for ways to reduce your energy consumption when building an ADU, granny flat, or casita on your San Diego property? Look no further! We’ve got you covered with all the important…

How to Maximize the Return on Investment of Your ADU

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If you’re one of the many homeowners in San Diego currently considering building an Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU, one of the questions on your mind is probably whether or not an ADU is worth it. In other words, you’re wondering how to…

2021 Year End Musings

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Deciding on the size of your ADU might not be as simple as you think. Learn more from the ADU experts at Specialty Design Build.

What Size ADU Should You Build?

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Deciding on the size of your ADU might not be as simple as you think. Learn more from the ADU experts at Specialty Design Build.

Best Options to Design an ADU in San Diego

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A great ADU starts with a great design. Learn about your options for designing an ADU in San Diego from the design-builder Specialty Design Build.
Granny Flat Basics

The Basics of Granny Flats in San Diego

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Wanting to build a Granny Flat or ADU in San Diego, but don't know where to start? Here's a guide to the basics from the ADU experts at Specialty Design Build.

What’s the Cost of Building an ADU in San Diego? (COVID edition)

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The cost of building an ADU in San Diego has changed since COVID hit. Find out what the ADU experts at Specialty Design Build have to say.

Things to Consider When Planning Your San Diego ADU

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Thinking about building an ADU in San Diego? The experts at Specialty Design Build tell us a few things to consider when planning your ADU

Top 3 Reasons to Build an ADU San Diego

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Why build an ADU in San Diego? The ADU experts at Specialty Design Build provide the top 3 reasons to build an ADU.

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Mythbusters

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The rules and regulations behind the popular accessory dwelling unit (ADUs) or granny flat trend can be confusing - we're here to bust a few ADU myths.
Mother again in place

Aging in Place—the original reason for building ADU’s

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One of the traditional reasons for building independent living units is to house our aging parents. Are you planning ahead for aging in place?