plan and design an adu for long-term living
Your home should support your needs and adapt with you over time. You shouldn’t have to adapt to your home or be forced to leave it.
We specialize in Aging In Place Spaces and we are passionate in helping people plan, design, and permit ADUs that make it possible to stay independent, safe, and comfortable for the long-term.
Whether you're planning ahead or responding to a current need for yourself or a loved one, we guide you through every step, from thoughtful planning to city approval, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Design That Moves With You Through Life
Aging-in-place design, sometimes referred to as universal design, is the practice of creating homes that are comfortable, functional, and safe at every stage of life. Not just for seniors, but for anyone who wants their home to work for them today and well into the future.
At SageHaus, we apply these principles to make that possible while incorporating our design philosophy of creating beautiful, timeless, and functional spaces for our clients. That means things like wider doorways for easier accessibility, seamless transitions to prevent falls, and support for grab bars that can blend seamlessly into the overall design aesthetic. Nothing looks clinical. Nothing feels like an afterthought.
The result is a safe home that adapts with you over time, rather than one you have to adapt around. It's not about designing for limitations. It's about designing for independence and freedom.
MODIFICATIONS THAT FEEL DESIGNED, NOT INSTITUTIONAL
At Sagehaus, every decision is thoughtful and intentional in order to design a space that integrates aging in place components into the overall design from the start, so nothing feels added on, clinical, or out of place.
OPEN FLOORPLAN
Open, barrier-free spaces that move with you
Single-level, open floor plans
Wider doorways and hallways
Step-free entries throughout
KITCHEN DESIGN
Kitchens designed for effortless, independent use
Variable countertop heights
Pull-out shelving and deep drawers
Lever-style faucets and hardware
LIGHTING
Technology that works quietly in the background. Here are just a few examples.
Sensor-activated lighting in key areas
Voice-activated controls for lighting and temperature
Smart home integration for safety and convenience
BATHROOM DESIGN
Safe, beautiful bathrooms that never look clinical
Curbless showers with non-slip flooring
Integrated grab bars that blend with the design
Comfort-height fixtures
MATERIALS
Materials specifically chosen for function and form. Here are just a few examples.
Non-slip, low-maintenance flooring throughout
Lever door handles for ease of function
Grab bars that look like part of any home design
plan today for more freedom tomorrow
Planning for an aging-in-place space early means you get to decide how to live on your terms, rather than making rushed, reactive decisions when your needs suddenly change. The opportunity to plan ahead, especially as California makes it even easier and faster for you to build an ADU, it's the perfect time to do this now.
Here's why our clients chose to work with us. If you are considering any one of these, we would love to chat about how we can support you.
Build a lasting, safe home that adapts and grows with you as your needs change over time
Address specific needs you have right now for a safe, comfortable, and accessible space
Stay in the neighborhood and community that is most familiar and meaningful to you
Avoid costly and disruptive renovations by planning ahead before an unexpected medical need forces a reactive change
Maintain your independence and freedom as your life and needs evolve
Create a comfortable, private space for aging parents on your property while keeping your family connected
simplicity. predictability. speed
We've taken the guesswork out of building an age-in-place ADU. Our pre-designed plans are purpose-built for accessibility, comfort, and long-term livability, with the flexibility to make them your own.
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Three Pre-Designed Plans
Our aging-in-place ADU plans are thoughtfully designed and ready to build, with the ability to customize features, finishes, and layouts based on your specific needs and preferences. You start with a proven design and make it yours.
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Full-Finish Packages: Everything Included
We offer packages that include all finish materials and selections: flooring, cabinetry, fixtures, hardware, and more, with the ability to customize. No guessing, no sourcing. Just a clear, complete package from day one.
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City Pre-Approved Plans: Faster Process
We have pre-approved plans with certain cities across Southern California. That means a faster, more predictable permitting process with less waiting, fewer surprises, and a smoother path from approval to construction.
Purpose. Passion. Experience
Our founder's own experience watching his mother navigate the challenges of aging at home is at the heart of everything we do. He saw firsthand how her needs grew over time, and how few resources existed for families facing the same situation, whether as someone living in their home or as a loved one stepping in to help.
This was the inspiration to use his experience over the last 16 years as a residential developer, involved in over 200 projects in Southern California, and create a service that fills the need in this community.
Here's what sets SageHaus apart:
We Specialize in This
We ask the right questions upfront to determine your needs in order to marry function and form, blending functional needs of aging-in-place living with beautiful, timeless design.
Predictability
Our goal is to make this experience as simple and predictable for our clients, from the initial consultation to final approval by the city, we will be there every step of the way.
Experience
We have navigated the design and permitting process across almost every city in Southern California and created solutions around the challenges others constantly face.
Communication
We believe in clear and constant communication. This creates an environment of accountability, excellence, and clarity.
Trusted By Homeowners for OVER A Decade
Tim & Ann
We weren't in immediate need. We just wanted to be smart about it. SageHaus helped us design an ADU that works perfectly for us today, and will still work perfectly 20 years from now. The process was easier than we expected, and the result is beautiful.
Rico & Micah
When my parents needed to be closer, we knew we wanted to do it right. SageHaus designed an ADU that gives them full independence on our property. It's private, accessible, and doesn't feel like it was retrofitted as an afterthought. It feels like it was always meant to be there.
Kellie
I needed a space designed around how I actually live. SageHaus listened, didn't make assumptions, and delivered a home that is beautiful, functional, and completely mine. I don't feel like I'm living in a medical facility. I feel like I'm living in my home.
Whether you're planning ahead or responding to a current need, the first step is understanding what's possible for you and your needs. We will walk you through your options. Answer your questions and help you determine the best path forward.
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