A custom carriage house or accessory dwelling unit (ADU) offers more than just extra space. They can bring a story, a style, and a stunning new purpose to your property.
Smart Spaces for Guests, Family & More
Carriage houses get their name from days gone by when carriages and horses were kept in a large outbuilding with additional living quarters above. Traditionally, modern carriage houses combine multi-vehicle garage storage with a second-level apartment or guest suite. However, we can design any custom carriage house to meet the needs of your property and lifestyle.
A garage designed as a carriage house will not only provide the storage solutions (like the RV storage shown above) that clients are looking for but also allow clients to capitalize on the versatility of a space designed with apartment living in mind. Carriage houses are an excellent option for clients who want to have the space to accommodate guests but keep it separate from the main house to help maintain privacy.
This separation makes carriage houses especially appealing for long-term visitors, older children living at home, or even short-term rentals. They offer all the comforts of home (like a full kitchen, bathroom, and private entry) without the disruptions of shared living. Plus, with thoughtful design, these spaces can seamlessly reflect the architectural style of your main residence while serving a completely independent function.
For some clients, a carriage house can also serve as a comfortable temporary dwelling while their primary home is being built. This allows you to live on-site during construction, keeping a close eye on the progress, without the need to rent or relocate. Once the main home is complete, the carriage house can easily transition into a guest suite, rental unit, or private retreat, offering long-term flexibility and added value to your property.
Accessory Dwelling Units: Designed for How You Live
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) offer even more flexibility for homeowners looking to expand their usable space without compromising the beauty of their property. These thoughtfully designed structures can serve as private living quarters, but their potential goes far beyond that. Imagine a wine cellar and tasting room, a fully equipped home gym just steps from your back door, or a cozy man cave with fireplace, bar, and theatre. For artists, musicians, or remote professionals, ADUs can also become inspiring creative studios or quiet work-from-home sanctuaries.
These spaces are also wonderful options for multi-generational living. They offer the comfort of home with the flexibility of a separate residence, whether you’re building a one-level suite for an elderly family member or a fully equipped apartment for returning college students. ADUs allow families to stay close while still providing the boundaries and comfort that separate living quarters afford.
Every ADU we design is tailored to complement your property, match your aesthetic, and support your lifestyle, no matter how you choose to use it.
Secondary Dwellings, Same Exceptional Experience
As with all Beaver Mountain design and build projects, carriage houses and ADUs start with a site visit to ensure that the final structure provided is perfectly tailored to complement the property and existing home. This also helps our designers ensure that the layout and details align with our client’s needs and overall vision for the project. We provide the same level of concierge-style service for secondary dwellings that we give our full home builds. Regardless of the size or scope of the project, our clients receive unparalleled customer service and expert guidance through every step of the process.
Ready to add an ADU or carriage house to your property? Call our office today at 607-467-2700 to set up a feasibility conversation and get started on your next custom project.
