Seattle Backyard Cottage DADU

Designed with flexible space-planning in mind, this modern 800 SF structure could be used as either a guest house, rental unit or office space. The existing structure is a one-story garage and carport. The garage would be preserved as a shop space but the carport would be converted to an office with kitchenette. If not being used as an office, the space could easily become a living/dining/kitchen area for a guest house or rental unit. The new second floor would include a conference area, materials library, bathroom and small closet. A queen-sized murphy bed along the south wall will allow the space to transform into a bedroom if needed. The table and chairs will be designed and constructed of durable materials so when the space is used as a bedroom they can be rolled out to the adjacent roof deck. The project is designed under the Seattle land use code section on Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (commonly called DADU’s).

Design by: Studio Zerbey Architecture + Interiors