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‘ADUs Ruin Neighborhoods!’ and Other Myths
Opponents of backyard homes are loud. But are they right?
A Priceless Escape for Parents
This backyard home gives a couple from India sunlight, space, and safety
Come Visit Our Newest Model Home
This 3-bedroom home in sunny Santa Rosa shows how good ADU living can be
Choosing the Best ADU Builder: 6 Important Considerations
Keep these factors in mind as you plan your building project
Building Villa’s Future Together
Villa Homes welcomes a new CEO with big plans for growth.
7 California Cities With Super Fast ADU Permitting
Looking to build quickly? Look here first
Villa’s Revolutionary Design Studio Is Here!
Watch your ADU change with your design choices in real time
How Long Does It Take to Build an ADU?
Our ADU building timeline, from site prep to setting out the welcome mat
Exceptional Opportunities for Multifamily Investors
Villa’s ADUs plus a favorable market point to profits ahead
7 Reasons to Make Villa Your ADU Builder
Key benefits of choosing an all-in-one company to build your backyard home
Want to Increase Home Value? Consider These ADU Ideas
Popular and creative ways to boost property value with an accessory dwelling unit
Yes, You Can Customize Your Prefab ADU
Tailor your ADU design to your tastes with a range of options
Retiring in Comfort and Style
Modern good looks and manageability make this Berkeley backyard home just right for retirement
ADUs and Property Taxes: What You Need to Know
How much more will you pay with a backyard home? Spoiler alert: not much.
ADUs Offer Energy-Efficient Home Design
With their compact footprint and eco-conscious features, backyard homes might be greener than you think
New California ADU Laws Explained
Learn about the new ADU regulations that make building easier for California homeowners and investors
Visionary ADU Investing: Q&A With Preston Rutherford
Boost privacy and personal space with a backyard guest house
How ADUs Help Solve COVID Housing Problems
Boost privacy and personal space with a backyard guest house
3 Big Myths About HUD vs. HCD Building Standards
Learn the truths about the codes ensuring quality construction for manufactured homes
An Oakland ADU Offers Diverse Options
See how one homeowner increased income and possibilities by building a backyard guesthouse
Portrait of a Santa Rosa ADU: The Nortons
Three generations live on one property with plenty of togetherness and privacy
Prefab vs. Stick-Built ADUs: A Side-by-Side Comparison
A side-by-side comparison of costs, housing codes, and quality
It’s Never Been More Affordable to Build an ADU—Here’s Why
An overview of the reduced fees you can take advantage of now
How to Measure ADU Rental Income Potential
We explain how to weigh costs against cash flow for a new backyard home
How Much Does It Cost to Build an ADU?
Learn the prices for ADUs including the unit, delivery, and installation
Backyard Homes Help Transitioning Families
Villa’s ADUs are built with accessibility in mind
3 Benefits of an ADU in Retirement
Earn more income and create a legacy with a second home
Advantages of Prefab ADUs
Controlled factory conditions are ideal for creating high-quality housing
Answers to 3 Common ADU Questions
We share info on cost, size, and time frame for building an in-law unit
ADU Deregulation 2020: What Californians Should Know
Key changes in California’s laws benefit ADU builders