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Best ADU Design Ideas for Small Backyards
Best ADU Design Ideas for Small Backyards | EZ ADU Builders CA
6 min read · March 22, 2026
Smart layouts, vertical builds, and design tricks for squeezing a beautiful ADU into a compact LA lot.
Two-story ADUs let you keep more yard open. LA allows up to 18 feet for detached ADUs, and 25 feet near major transit — enough for a real upstairs bedroom.
Combine kitchen, dining, and living into one bright room. Pocket doors and Murphy beds add flexibility without square footage.
Sliding glass walls and a small covered patio make a 600 sq ft ADU live like 900. Skylights pull in extra light when neighbors are close.
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