Due to Alameda’s new building code allowance for two story ADUs, we’re pleased to offer this Otis Modern ADU with loft. Perfectly sized to fit in almost any Alameda backyard, this two story ADU offers an optional rooftop deck to extend your living space even further. This modern tiny home includes an upstairs loft bedroom providing a cozy private retreat and a half bath and closet.
If you’re considering building an ADU in your backyard to use as a rental property, the Otis Modern ADU would be a fantastic option.
If you are looking for a similar size Alameda ADU in a one story layout the Lincoln Tiny Home ADU is a great option. Want an even bigger modern ADU? The San Jose ADU two story, two bedroom may be what you are looking for.


Otis Modern ADU Features
| Square Feet | 425-580 |
| Bath | Half bath upstairs 1 full downstairs with glass enclosed standing shower or shower/tub Tiled floor and shower/tub walls |
| Bedrooms | 1 (accommodates queen size bed) Closet |
| Kitchen and Dining | Full kitchen with refrigerator freezer Stainless dishwasher Stainless electric range with super quiet vent Breakfast counter Built in pantry Semi-custom hardwood cabinets with slow close hardware |
| Laundry | Combination heatpump ventless washer dryer |
| Standard | 10’ lofted ceilings French doors to patio terrace Sustainable hardwood floors Kohler fixtures Solar panels |
| Options | Rooftop deck Customization with craftsman, victorian, farmhouse, mid-century modern details to match your primary home Accessibility options Built-in bookcases Optional wall sconces, recessed lighting, and custom A/V Patio Pergolas Adjacent landscape, hardscape, irrigation, lighting, drainage, turf and fences |
| Environmental Practices | All designs exceed California building and efficiency standards Energy Star electric appliances and heat pump water heater California Title 24 fixture and insulation package EPA WaterSense plumbing fixtures Passive home construction standard components Indoor air quality fan (IAQ), energy recovery ventilation (ERV) and makeup air filtration systems (MERV-13) Microinverter solar photo voltaic system with battery High EER/SEER efficiency heating/cooling heat pump mini-split HVAC Project specific carbon offsets |
Eco-friendly construction



Are you thinking of building an accessory dwelling unit in Alameda? The experts at Alameda Tiny Homes know what it takes and can answer all your questions.
You could have an ADU in your backyard in as little as 90 days!
