Makara ADU

11/25/2025

Considering an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)? Find out the typical costs and factors that impact pricing.

What does an ADU cost? From the location to the materials, many elements go into the cost of an ADU. Read on to learn more! An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), such as a carriage house, backyard cottage, guest house, apartment, in-law suite, or granny flat, is a secondary, independent, living space bu...

11/25/2025

Considering an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for your property? This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to get started! How To Build An ADU

What is an ADU? An ADU, or accessory dwelling unit is more than just extra living space. Read on to learn more about ADUs and how they can benefit you. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have gained significant traction as a popular housing solution in recent years. An ADU is a self-contained living sp...

11/25/2025

Curious about ADUs? This informative guide explains what ADUs are, the different types, and the benefits of adding one to your property. What Is An ADU?

What is an ADU? An ADU, or accessory dwelling unit is more than just extra living space. Read on to learn more about ADUs and how they can benefit you. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have gained significant traction as a popular housing solution in recent years. An ADU is a self-contained living sp...

11/25/2025

Weighing senior housing options? Compare ADUs to traditional senior living facilities by exploring the benefits, costs, and independence ADUs offer for aging in place near family. ADUs Vs. Senior Housing

There are many options for senior living, but one often overlooked is an ADU. See why ADUs are better (and cheaper) than traditional senior housing. Today, as more and more of the population ages, seniors and their families are looking for housing options for their aging loved ones. For a variety of...

11/19/2025

12/16/2023

Makara ADU has entered the conversation…

10/16/2023

With house prices at record highs, it’s time to consider a new plan.

Selling a home today makes a lot of sense with home prices continuing to soar. However, if you are retired, or close to it, where to go is a major factor and the cost to buy something smaller is also just as high.

One incredible option is to sell your home and downsize to a smaller home that can be built in a family members property. With land as expensive as it is, this option provides incredible benefits such as liquidating the equity in your larger home, and moving into a new, smaller home at a fraction of the cost.

So many of our clients are doing this and we would love to discuss this with you.

If you, or your loved ones, are considering your housing options as you age, we have the solutions.

Call us today.

09/19/2023

Looking to build an ADU in the City of Alexandria? We got you!
Check out the ADU guidelines and feel free to call us with any questions.
We are doing great ADUs for families in need of space for loved ones and we would love to speak with you about your needs too.
Call or email us anytime!

04/12/2023

This is great stuff happening in the City of Alexandria and neighboring areas. Great post Mayor Wilson. Mayor Justin Wilson

Two years ago, Alexandria approved our Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance.

Since that time, our staff has approved 40 ADUs, 27 of which were detached units and 13 were internal to existing structures.

Most of these units are in some phase of construction.

04/07/2023

ADU Open House Alert!!!

You have to see this rare opportunity! We are holding an open house to showcase one of our amazing ADUs! We are showing one of our incredible 420sf 1 bed/1 bath gems located in Bethesda, MD.

This is a wonderful opportunity to see an actual Accessory Dwelling Unit by Makara ADU and feel how amazing this space is.

Learn about the process to add an ADU to your property in the DMV area, meet some of our team, and speak first hand with some of our clients.

If you’ve been thinking about an ADU, wanting to learn more about what they are and how we can build one for you, come to the Open House! There is no better way than to actually see one.

We can’t wait to show you!

Call or visit our website to learn more and to be added to our email so you can get all the updates!