<p>Exploring Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs): A Tea Over Interiors Episode</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode of Tea Over Interiors, hosts Dee and Alicia share insights into Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs), discussing their benefits, types (detached, attached, and garage conversions), and considerations for planning and designing one. They start off sharing their day of activities, sipping on chocolate cream tea, and dive into the history of ADUs and their role in affordable housing. Alicia shares her personal plans for building an ADU for her design business and podcast, emphasizing the practicality and tax benefits. They also explore zoning laws, design tips for functionality and aesthetics, accessibility considerations, and the importance of integrating the ADU design with the main house for cohesiveness or distinctiveness. The episode is filled with personal anecdotes, practical advice, and encourages listeners to make the most of their properties through ADUs.</p> <p><br></p> <p>00:00 A Day in the Life: Baking, Cooking, and Tea Sipping</p> <p>00:19 Introducing Today&#39;s Topic: Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs)</p> <p>00:28 Tea Time: Sipping on Chocolate Cream Tea</p> <p>00:55 Dee&#39;s Randomness: A Brief History of ADUs</p> <p>01:17 Deep Dive into ADUs: Types and Personal Plans</p> <p>03:30 Building an ADU: Zoning Laws and Design Considerations</p> <p>05:04 Accessibility and Functionality in ADU Design</p> <p>06:53 Styling Your ADU: Cohesion and Creativity</p> <p>07:39 Amenities and Practical Tips for ADU Rental Appeal</p> <p>08:21 Wrapping Up: The Value of ADUs</p>