Maximizing Small Spaces: Design Tips for ADUs Under 800 Square Feet

With an 800 sq ft limit, every foot counts. The good news: small homes can feel generous with the right choices.

Open up the plan

Combining kitchen, dining and living areas removes hallways and lets light travel through the whole unit.

Build storage in

Under-stair drawers, window seats and full-height cabinets keep clutter out of sight without eating floor space.

Go up

Vaulted ceilings, clerestory windows or a sleeping loft add volume without adding footprint.

Choose multi-use furniture

Murphy beds, fold-down tables and nesting pieces let one room serve several purposes.