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Accessory dwelling units are catching on quickly in Lawrenceville, and it is easy to see why. A thoughtfully planned ADU can become a cozy suite for the family, a rental that generates extra income, or even a quiet home office tucked away from the...

Adding an accessory dwelling unit, otherwise known as an ADU, to your property can feel like a fresh chapter for your home. ADUs offer incredible potential and immense flexibility for your family. 

In our latest blog, our team at SmartSpaces ADUs...

In April of 2025, according to the Current Population Survey (CPS), about 34.3 million people in the US worked from home. This figure represents approximately 21.6% of the working population in the country. With figures like these, it's easy to...

When you need more space in your home, you start exploring your options, and naturally, you'll come across ADUs and additions. Although they both offer more space for your home, they are different. An ADU is an independent living space that is...

What is an ADU home? If you're reading our blog today, this is likely a question you've already answered, considering we have an in-depth article on this topic available here. If this is the case, you're likely now exploring how to obtain an ADU...

So you've decided to act on your dream of building an ADU to increase space, explore rental opportunities, or add value to your existing home, but you've hit a roadblock: financing. Financing an accessory dwelling unit can be quite tricky,...

Thinking about adding a small living space to your property but not sure if you should go with an ADU or a tiny home? You’re not alone. These two housing types often get confused, but there are key differences in how they’re built, where they can...

Some homeowners want to build an ADU, but don’t have space on their lot due to an existing detached garage. The good news is that an unused garage space can easily be converted to a secondary living space! Whether you choose to add a story and...

If you’re considering adding an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to your property, you’re probably wondering how long the process will take. While every project is unique, most ADUs take several months from start to finish, depending on design...