--- title: ADUs + Modative Los Angeles Accessory Dwelling Units - Granny Flats description: "Learn more about Modative's ability to help you design, permit and build your Accessory Dwelling Unit ( ADU ) in Los Angeles ADU Architect Builders LA - Modative" --- [Ë](https://www.modative.com/adus-and-modative-los-angeles-accessory-dwelling-units-granny-flats#mobile) [![Modative ADUs.png](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1.%20A.%20Build%20Images/Artboard%201.png?width=320&name=Artboard%201.png "Modative ADUs.png")](https://www.modative.com) [![Get Started!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/41216/029b91d0-8ef7-42aa-bca7-697996898e99.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/41216/029b91d0-8ef7-42aa-bca7-697996898e99) [Ë](https://www.modative.com/adus-and-modative-los-angeles-accessory-dwelling-units-granny-flats#mobile) # Accessory Dwelling Units # Modative + ADUs We have been passionate about designing and building attainable homes in Los Angeles since our founding in 2006. Modative is now bringing our expertise in producing beautiful and efficient homes to an Accessory Dwelling Unit for your backyard. About Modative [Modative](https://www.modative.com/) was founded as an architecture firm in 2006. After over 12 years in practice in Los Angeles, we saw the opportunity to bring clarity to the updated 2017 Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance, the same way we started [publishing extensive information on the Small lot Subdivision Ordinance](https://www.modative.com/Small-Lot-Subdivision-Los-Angeles-Free-Downloads) back in 2008. Through our specialization in helping create over 300 [Small lot Subdivision Homes](https://www.modative.com/small-lot-subdivision-los-angeles-information), we have learned the in's and out's of designing, permitting, and building residential units in the City of Los Angeles. We are now bringing that expertise and one-stop-shop approach to Accessory Dwelling Units. Modative and Modative Build are fully licensed architecture and construction operations with extensive experience designing and building efficient homes in small spaces.   ![Fay Ave Phase III Homes residential contractor.jpg](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fay%20Ave%20Phase%20III%20Homes%20residential%20contractor.jpg?width=320&name=Fay%20Ave%20Phase%20III%20Homes%20residential%20contractor.jpg "Fay Ave Phase III Homes residential contractor.jpg") ![Fay 3X-01.jpeg](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fay%203X-01.jpeg?width=320&name=Fay%203X-01.jpeg "Fay 3X-01.jpeg") # **Modative Co-founders + Principals**   ![Modative Christian Navar ADU.jpg](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Modative%20Christian%20Navar%20ADU.jpg?width=354&height=236&name=Modative%20Christian%20Navar%20ADU.jpg) **Christian Návar** Master's Degree in Architecture Licensed General Contractor  CA Contractor's License  957698 ![modative derek leavitt adu.jpg](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/modative%20derek%20leavitt%20adu.jpg?width=354&height=236&name=modative%20derek%20leavitt%20adu.jpg) **Derek Leavitt, AIA** Licensed Architect CA Architect License  C31212     **![](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Modative-Gray-Sprinter-Est-2006-Logo.png?width=320&name=Modative-Gray-Sprinter-Est-2006-Logo.png "Modative-Gray-Sprinter-Est-2006-Logo.png")** **Modative is a design/build operation in Los Angeles for detached, ground-up ADUs and garage conversions. ** **We are a one-stop-shop with semi-custom, predesigned models. Modative handles all aspects of the process, including:** ![ADU Architects](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/01%20ADU%20Images/ADU%20Architects.png?width=64&name=ADU%20Architects.png "ADU Architects") Architecture We've been designing small, yet efficient, homes since our founding in 2006. ![ADU Features](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/01%20ADU%20Images/ADU%20Features.png?width=64&name=ADU%20Features.png "ADU Features") Engineering We partner with the best structural, electrical, and civil engineers in town to ensure your ADU is safe and energy efficient. ![ADU Get Started](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/01%20ADU%20Images/ADU%20Get%20Started.png?width=64&name=ADU%20Get%20Started.png "ADU Get Started") Permit Processing Our secret weapon is that we're really good at the boring stuff too, like expeditiously permitting your ADU. ![ADU Builder](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ADU%20Builder.png?width=64&name=ADU%20Builder.png "ADU Builder") Construction Our experienced construction team will bring your ADU from concept to reality. ![ADU Bathrooms](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/01%20ADU%20Images/ADU%20Bathrooms.png?width=64&name=ADU%20Bathrooms.png "ADU Bathrooms") Finish & Fixture Options We offer a range of finish options to customize your ADU. Enough to keep it interesting without being overwhelming. ![ADU Budget](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/01%20ADU%20Images/ADU%20Budget.png?width=64&name=ADU%20Budget.png "ADU Budget") Financing Partnerships We partner with local lenders that can offer you great financing options on your backyard home. See if our ADUs can work for you. Get started now. [![Get Started!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/41216/029b91d0-8ef7-42aa-bca7-697996898e99.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/41216/029b91d0-8ef7-42aa-bca7-697996898e99) ![ArchiOffice_Modative.jpg](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1.%20A.%20Build%20Images/ArchiOffice_Modative.jpg?width=200&name=ArchiOffice_Modative.jpg "ArchiOffice_Modative.jpg") #### Mod EV is a Division of Modative Build, Inc. Contact Mod EV is a Division of Modative Build, Inc. 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