Westchester
Intergenerational Family
Backyard Rental
Accessibility and natural light are main features of this family/rental unit.
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Beautiful ADUs in garages & backyards, managed by Otto from start to finish.
We're a full-service ADU company in Los Angeles. Our streamlined process, customizable designs, and all-in-one project management portal take the complexity & stress out of construction.
Why Homeowners choose Otto
Design Expertise
Our team is led by expert designers who help you select from — and customize — Otto's beautiful, high-quality, cost-effective design packages.
Transparent Process
Our customers receive a detailed scope of work, clear estimates, and coordinated drawing sets — so they always can make informed decisions.
Construction, Managed
Unlike other ADU providers, we fully manage the construction process and your project’s selected Contractor. Sit back and enjoy the progress!
Exclusive Bids
We obtain exclusive bids from our vetted contractor network and select the best one for your new ADU.
Procurement Assistance
We procure long lead-time items like finishes, appliances, accessories, doors, and windows to minimize delays and ensure quality.
All-in-One Portal
Our Homeowner Portal lets you easily track progress, review project documentation, log issues, and communicate with our team.
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What our Clients Say
“They never cut corners or tried to cheapen the result"
“It is rare to find a company with the integrity to honor their agreement like Otto ADU did!”
The Lewis Family
Mt. Washington
Our Process
Let Otto handle planning, design, and permitting. After you get permits, you can opt in for our hassle-free construction and project management service for peace of mind from start to finish.
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Phase 1
Plan
We complete a site inspection and review of the ADU's basic plan, finish, and fixture decisions. You'll receive a detailed proposal with a comprehensive scope of work and transparent pricing estimates.
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Phase 2
Design
Your feedback gets incorporated into a full drawing set that brings the ADU to life! You'll get to review the set during a documentation review before signing off on the final design.
Phase 3
Permit
We assemble all the required documents to apply for permits in your local jurisdiction. Otto handles feedback from local agencies, and we keep you updated via your online Homeowner Portal.
Phase 4 • Optional
Build
Otto can also manage the entire construction process. We obtain exclusive bids from our vetted contractor network and select one to work with. You'll receive progress updates every step of the way.
Our Projects
Learn more about how Otto has converted garages into beautiful ADUs for families across Los Angeles.
Get in touch today to get a free project quote.
About Otto
Our designers, builders, and engineers have one goal: Make it easy for Los Angeles homeowners and contractors to create beautiful ADUs in existing garages and empty backyards.
Our team has designed over 100 ADUs in LA County, and a combined 25 years of experience managing complex architectural projects around the world.
The new construction experience.
Use Otto's Homeowner Portal to get updates, log tickets, and view all of your ADU's documentation in one spot.
