Project Description

This South Oceanside project converted a detached garage into a complete, finished accessory dwelling unit. The new ADU includes a modern kitchen, open living space, private entry, and a practical connection to the courtyard, with the completed work shown first and the original garage and construction process documented below.

Location: South Oceanside, California
Project type: Detached garage-to-ADU conversion
Scope: Full conversion, kitchen, living space, utilities, insulation, windows and doors, exterior finishes, courtyard connection, and finish work

Project Highlights

  • Converted an existing detached garage into a flexible ADU space.
  • Added a more livable exterior entry with a sliding glass door and courtyard connection.
  • Opened and reframed the interior to support the new living area layout.
  • Coordinated rough-in work, insulation, and buildout details inside the original structure.

Completed Project

Completed South Oceanside garage-to-ADU conversion with a bright open kitchen and living space

Finished South Oceanside detached garage-to-ADU exterior with private entry and outdoor connection

Completed garage conversion ADU courtyard entry with sliding glass door and patio

Completed detached garage ADU conversion with courtyard entry

Before: Existing Conditions

Before photo showing the existing detached garage prior to ADU conversion

Construction Process

Construction process showing open interior framing during garage to ADU conversion

Construction process showing ceiling framing and rough-in work inside garage ADU conversion