Family-Owned ADU Builder with Over 40 Years of Experience
Framework First is a family-owned and operated accessory dwelling unit builder based out of Monterey County, California, with a general service area extending up to 150 miles. With over 40 years of building experience, they operate as real builders — not middlemen — delivering fully-finished, high-quality modular homes directly to your property. Their approach is a true one-stop shop, handling everything from permits and paperwork to crane delivery and installation.
As a dedicated ADU contractor, Framework First takes pride in offering transparent pricing, American-made craftsmanship, and a streamlined process that eliminates the common headaches of on-site construction — including noise, delays, hidden fees, and the need for homeowners to manage the project themselves.
ADU Models Designed to Fit Your Property and Lifestyle
Framework First offers a range of modular home models that function as a detached ADU, backyard cottage, granny flat, or even a primary residence. Each model is thoughtfully designed to suit a variety of lot sizes and household needs:
- Four Fifty — 450 ft², Studio, 1 Bathroom
- Five Five Five — 555 ft², 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom
- Six Sixty — 660 ft², 1–2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom
- Eight Eighty-Five — 885 ft², 2 Bedrooms, 1–2 Bathrooms
- Nine Forty-Five — 945 ft², 2–3 Bedrooms, 1–2 Bathrooms
- Twelve Hundred — 1,200 ft², 3 Bedrooms, 1–2 Bathrooms
Every model comes fully equipped and includes permits and paperwork, site plans, Title 24 compliance, project management, all finish work, foundation work, appliances, custom cabinets, crane delivery, truck transportation, entrance, deck, installation, and regular status updates throughout the process.
People use their accessory dwelling units for a wide range of purposes — housing aging parents, generating rental income, creating a work or art studio, or downsizing into a more manageable living space. Framework First helps homeowners explore all of these possibilities.
The Advantages of Modular Construction
Unlike traditional on-site construction, Framework First builds their ADUs in a controlled factory environment. This method of modular construction offers homeowners significant advantages, including:
- No delays or damage from weather
- The ability to step inside a model before purchasing
- Structures built stronger than traditionally constructed homes
- No on-site construction management required
- Little to no construction noise on your property
- Transparent, predictable project pricing
- No strangers working on your property
- Delivery possible in as little as 4 months
It's important to note that modular homes are not the same as manufactured or mobile homes. Modular homes are permanent residential structures built to strict codes, designed for longevity, and they increase property value — unlike manufactured homes, which do not.
Getting started is straightforward. Framework First recommends beginning with an Online Property Analysis, a no-cost, no-pressure consultation where they assess your property, determine what size ADU can fit, confirm delivery feasibility, outline initial setbacks, and answer any project-related questions. From there, prospective clients can also schedule a factory tour to see the craftsmanship firsthand.
Almost every homeowner qualifies for at least a JADU (Junior ADU), depending on their lot size and layout. Framework First guides clients through every step, ensuring they understand their options before committing to anything. Their service area currently covers properties within approximately 150 miles of Monterey County, California.