Makara Builders is the leading provider of senior living Accessory Dwelling Units in the Washington, DC metro area. We provide beautiful and affordable dwellings for a aging at home.
Alternative to Senior Living
ADUs are cost signficantly less to mantain and operate than a senior living community.
Retain Automony
Continue to live in the neighborhood you know, with your your friends and family close by.
Privacy
With your own detached building, nestled beautifully into your backyard you maintain your own space.
Explore our Plans
Choose and customize one of our amazing designs, or design your own.
Makara 300 STUDIO PLAN
300 Sqft
Makara 375 STUDIO PLAN
375 Sqft
Makara 380 1 BEDROOM
380 Sqft
Makara 450 1 BEDROOM
450 Sqft
Makara 480 2 Bedroom
480 Sqft
Makara Garage 1-3 Bedroom
450-900 Sqft
Makara 640 1 Bedroom
640 Sqft
Makara 660 1 Bedroom
660 Sqft
Makara 800 1 Bedroom
800 Sqft
Makara 930 2 Bedroom
930 Sqft
Makara 1100 2 Bedroom
1100 Sqft
Choose A Plan
Choose and customize one of our amazing designs, or design your own.
Are any of these important to your family? Read our Adu Checklist below and determine whether an ADU might be right for you and your family.
Proximity to family is a priority By living in an ADU on the same property as their family members, aging individuals can maintain close relationships and receive care and support from their loved ones.
You’re concerned about cost-effectiveness Building or converting an ADU is typically much more cost- effective than moving to an assisted living facility or senior housing community. It allows families to provide care for their loved ones without the high costs associated with institutional care.
You’re interested in options for customization and accessibilityADUs can be designed and customized to meet the specific needs of aging individuals, including accessibility features such as wheelchair ramps, grab bars, and wider doorways, ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment.
Deciding to add an Accessory Dwelling Unit to your property is an incredible first step in what should be a fun, creative and exciting process. Often times however, this process can be daunting, overwhelming and, if not done properly, can be expensive Makara Builders has created a turn-key process that will deliver the amazing finished product and handle everything from design, to permitting, to construction and delivery….all for one simplified, stress-free low price.
Step 1.
We determine if an ADU can be placed on your property
Step 2.
You select from one of our models that will best suit your needs (if you don’t see a model that works for you, we can easily customize one for you)
Step 3.
We will work with you to identify the best location in your backyard
Step 4.
You select the exterior and interior finishes (we can give you lots of options)
Step 5.
We handle the permitting, all the utilities, the construction and installation.
Step 6.
You enjoy your brand new Accessory Dwelling Unit!
Can I Put an ADU on My Property?
In a matter of minutes we can determine if you can put a Makara Accessory Dwelling Unit on your property. Are you ready?