What is an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)?

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a self-contained, secondary housing unit located on the same property as a primary home. ADUs are becoming a popular housing solution across the Kansas City Metro and Northwest Arkansas.

Types of ADUs:

Detatched ADU: A separate building - often a tiny home or backyard cottage.
Attached ADU: A built-on addition that shares a wall with the main house.
Converted Spaces: Repurposed garages, basements, or attacs turned into living quarters.

ADUs offer flexible living options - ideal for multigenerational families, long or short-term rental income, or a private home office.

Benefits of Building an ADU

Adding an ADU offers multiple benefits for property owners in Missouri and Arkansas:

Earn Rental Income

Use your ADU for long or short-term tenants to create passive income.

Boost Property Value

Increase your resale value with a high-demand feature.

Support Aging-in-Place

Keep loved ones close with a private, accessible space.

Go Green

Build sustainably with options like shipping container ADUs.

Annie's ADU:
A Home Office That Works

Curious what a custom ADU looks like in real life?

Take a tour of Annie's ADU, a beautifully finished detached home office designed and built by Next Generation Construction.

This modern backyard workspace gives Annie the perfect balance of focus, flexibility, and separation from the main house - proof that ADUs aren't just for living: they're for working smarter.