Encino Courtyard ADU
Encino, Los Angeles, California
Project Overview
This tuck-back ADU trades an unused backyard corner for a light-filled, income-producing retreat. We oriented the structure toward a newly paved courtyard and wrapped the entry with container hedging—instantly creating a sense of arrival and privacy for tenants while screening views from the main home.
Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings and a full wall of sliders flood the open-plan living space with natural light. A U-shaped kitchen maximizes storage and counter space with white shaker cabinetry, stainless appliances, and durable quartz surfaces. Gray luxury-vinyl plank floors run throughout for a seamless, low-maintenance finish, and a discreet laundry niche keeps day-to-day living convenient.
The spa bath pairs marble-look porcelain tile with a hex-mosaic shower pan and brushed-nickel fixtures, delivering comfort without sacrificing durability. High-efficiency mini-split HVAC, LED lighting, and dual-pane windows keep utility costs low—making this ADU as smart as it is stylish.
Project Features
- Private Outdoor Living: 600 sq ft paver courtyard with drought-tolerant border plantings
- Row of evergreen planters for instant privacy screen
- Energy & Comfort Upgrades: 18-SEER mini-split HVAC and all-LED recessed lighting
- Dual-pane low-E windows and sliding glass door
- Chef-Ready Kitchen: White shaker cabinets with soft-close hardware
- Quartz countertops and full-height backsplash return
- Stainless appliance suite (five-burner range, microwave hood, dishwasher)
- Interior Finishes: Vaulted ceilings with exposed beam detail
- Scratch-resistant gray luxury-vinyl plank flooring throughout
- Built-in closet system with mirrored sliders
- Convenience & Storage: Recessed stacked washer-dryer niche next to bath
- Tall pantry and linen cabinetry for extra storage
- Spa Bathroom: Marble-look porcelain shower with frameless glass panel
- Hex-tile shower floor and solid-surface vanity top
- Brushed-nickel plumbing and accessories
Project Gallery
"We worried an ADU might make our yard feel crowded, but Alto Builders turned that space into a gorgeous, private courtyard apartment that practically pays our mortgage. It looks great and rents even faster than we imagined."
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