Custom ADU design service

Custom ADU Plans Made for Your Property

Tell us what you want to build, and we'll create a custom ADU floor plan based on your lot, budget, lifestyle, and goals.

For backyard cottages, garage conversions, guest houses, in-law suites, and rental ADUs.

Modern backyard ADU with wood siding and large windows
How it works

A simple process built around your property

01

Tell Us About Your ADU

Share your property, goals, size, style, and who the ADU is for.

02

Upload What You Have

Upload sketches, lot photos, surveys, inspiration photos, zoning notes, or rough ideas.

03

We Create Your Custom Plan

We design a custom ADU concept plan around your needs.

04

Review & Revise

Review the plan, request changes, and download your final PDF.

What we design

Plans for the ADU you're actually trying to build

Detached ADU Plans

Standalone backyard units designed for privacy and light.

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Backyard Cottage Plans

Small detached homes with a warm, cottage-style feel.

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Garage Conversion ADU Plans

Turn an existing garage into livable, rentable space.

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Garage Apartment Plans

A full living unit built above a new or existing garage.

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In-Law Suite Plans

Comfortable, accessible layouts for parents or relatives.

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Guest House ADU Plans

Compact guest quarters designed for short or long stays.

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Rental ADU Plans

Layouts optimized for long-term or short-term rental income.

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Small Backyard Home Plans

Smart, efficient designs for tight backyards and lots.

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Why custom

Stop Searching Through Random ADU Plans. Get One Designed Around Your Property.

Stock ADU plans can be hard to use because they may not fit your property, family needs, rental goals, budget, garage layout, or backyard space.

PlanMyADU helps homeowners get a custom plan made around what they actually want to build — starting from your lot, your goals, and your lifestyle instead of a generic catalog.

Small backyard cottage with covered porch
Who this is for

Built for real homeowner projects

Homeowners adding rental income
Families building for parents or relatives
Homeowners converting a garage
People building a backyard guest house
Property owners planning a small second unit
People who need a clear plan before talking to a builder
Packages

Choose the level of detail you need

Starter ADU Floor Plan

$299one-time

Best for early layout planning.

  • Custom ADU floor plan concept
  • Approximate room dimensions
  • 1 revision
  • PDF delivery

Full ADU Concept Package

Most picked
$499one-time

Best for homeowners preparing to talk to a builder.

  • Custom ADU floor plan
  • Exterior style direction
  • Room dimensions
  • Layout notes
  • 2 revisions
  • PDF delivery

Premium ADU Design Package

$799one-time

Best for homeowners who want a more complete concept package.

  • Custom ADU floor plan
  • Exterior elevation concept
  • Basic window/door placement
  • Layout notes
  • 3 revisions
  • PDF delivery

Plans are custom concept/drafting packages and may require local professional review before permitting or construction.

FAQ

Common questions

Are these ADU plans custom?

Yes. Each plan is created based on your project details, property information, goals, and style preferences.

Are the plans permit-ready?

Not automatically. Our plans are custom concept/design packages. Your local building department may require review, changes, or stamped drawings from a licensed architect or engineer.

Can you design for my backyard?

Yes. You can upload lot photos, a survey, sketches, or any property details you have.

Can you help with a garage conversion?

Yes. Upload garage photos, dimensions, and any existing drawings if you have them.

Can I use the plan for an in-law suite?

Yes. In-law suites are one of the most common ADU projects we design for.

How long does it take?

Most first concepts are delivered within 5–10 business days after all project details are received.

What do I receive?

Depending on your package: a custom floor plan concept, dimensions, notes, exterior concept direction, and PDF delivery.

Can I request changes?

Yes. Each package includes a set number of revisions.

Ready to Plan Your ADU?

Get a custom ADU concept plan designed around your property, budget, and goals.