This 1,200-square-foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU) integrates fire resilience, modular construction, and sustainable materials to create a safe and connected living environment.

Our home features a butterfly roof with 12-foot interior ceilings and a well-proportioned two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout. The design draws on principles of simplicity, functionality, and utilitarian construction, translating them into a contemporary modular form.

Sustainability & Material Integrity
The material palette is guided by sustainability and resilience. Engineered wood, steel, and high-performance glazing form a durable building envelope, while interior finishes are chosen for longevity, low-VOC emissions, and aesthetic warmth. The result demonstrates that environmental responsibility and design excellence are not mutually exclusive.

Site Integration
The home responds to its landscape context by leveraging natural topography, prevailing winds, and solar orientation. Outdoor areas are framed as extensions of the living environment, establishing a strong relationship between interior and exterior while maximizing comfort and energy efficiency.

Innovation & Resilience
Fire resilience is embedded throughout the design—from exterior cladding to strategic setbacks and defensible landscaping. House-hardening strategies include ember-protected detailing and fire-resistant materials. Modular construction further enhances resilience by reducing on-site risk, accelerating delivery, and allowing flexibility for future maintenance or expansion.

Modular Fabrication
The home is composed of four modules, prefabricated in a controlled local factory in Southern California. While the modules are assembled off-site, foundations and utilities are completed in parallel, reducing construction time by one-third. This process minimizes waste, optimizes labor, and avoids the disruption associated with conventional on-site building.