Sockeye Homes

Sockeye Homes: Custom ADU and DADU Design-Build Services

Sockeye Homes specializes in the custom design and construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). They work with two primary types: Attached Accessory Dwelling Units (AADUs) and Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (DADUs). An AADU functions as an addition to an existing home, potentially with its own external access, a fully functioning kitchen, and a bathroom. A DADU, by contrast, is a fully separate structure built on the same tax parcel as the main residence.

As an experienced ADU contractor and detached ADU builder, Sockeye Homes handles the entire process — from feasibility assessment and architectural design to interior design, engineering, permitting, and construction. This makes them a single point of contact for homeowners looking to add a secondary dwelling unit to their property.

Founder Tod Sakai was instrumental in the passing of HB-1337, legislation aimed at promoting the construction of more ADUs and DADUs to help address the housing shortage. Sakai serves as a voting member of the State's Legislative Policy Council. Sockeye Homes has also received recognition at both the state and local levels for their ADU and DADU projects.

Fixed-Cost DADU Packages

One notable offering from Sockeye Homes is their selection of fixed-cost DADU packages. These pre-designed options allow homeowners to plan their budget with greater certainty. Each package has been developed with specific use cases and lot configurations in mind:

1. Alta — The "Economical" DADU, designed for working couples, young families, and extended travelers. Fits most narrow or pie-shaped lots. Price range: $218,000 – $314,000
2. Breckenridge — The "Accessible" DADU, designed for retirees, wheelchair users, and persons with disabilities. Features no steps and wide doorways. Price range: $243,000 – $322,000
3. Crystal — The "Functional" DADU, suited for multigenerational families, active seniors, and roommates. Includes multiple bathrooms. Price range: $237,000 – $368,000
4. Deschutes — The "Efficient" DADU, designed for couples, families, roommates, and extended travelers. A small-footprint design with practical use of space. Price range: $298,000 – $342,000
5. Emerald — The "Big" DADU, suited for roommates, multigenerational families, and active seniors. Reaches the maximum size allowed in some jurisdictions. Starting at $335,000

These packages are designed to streamline the building process while still allowing for a level of customization to meet individual needs.

Why Build an ADU or DADU?

With available land and housing inventory in short supply in many areas, ADUs and DADUs have become a practical solution for increasing housing density on existing residential lots. Cities and state governments have been easing restrictions around their construction to help address the broader housing shortage. Building a detached ADU or accessory dwelling unit on an existing property effectively creates two residences on the same tax parcel — one of which can be used as a rental income property or to house family members.

Sockeye Homes works with homeowners throughout the entire process, making it straightforward to move from initial concept to a completed, permitted structure. Whether the goal is a granny flat, an in-law suite, a backyard cottage, or a larger multigenerational living space, Sockeye Homes offers design-build services tailored to the specific requirements of each project and lot.