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Room Addition vs. Second Story vs. ADU vs. Guest House: Which Fits?

A plain guide to the main types of additions and which one fits your lot, your budget, and what you're trying to accomplish.

Updated June 2026 · Awesome Additions · Sample editorial content

"Addition" covers a lot of ground. Here's how the main types compare, with links to each.

The options

How to choose

It comes down to your lot, your budget, and the use. We walk all of it in discovery and recommend honestly — sometimes the answer isn't the one you came in expecting. Still weighing it? Read add on or move.

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