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Guest Houses and ADUs by Nashville Building Company
Small homes, in-law suites and backyard cottages, built to fit the lot and the rules. Call 615-431-3789 or send the form to request a quote.
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Guest Houses and ADUs Done Right
A guest house or accessory dwelling can serve family, guests or renters. We review the lot and local rules, design a space that works in a small footprint and plan utilities and access.
We build detached cottages, garage apartments and in-law additions with the same care as a full home.
A walk through the project, a clear plan and tidy work from the first permit to the final walkthrough.
Good Signs You Need This
When This Helps
If any of these sounds like your home, this service is a good fit.
- You want a space for family or guests
- You want an in-law suite
- You are thinking about a garage apartment
- The lot has room for a second small home
- You want to plan utilities and access
- You want to check local rules before you start
How It Works
From First Call to Finished Project
Call or Send the Form
Call 615-431-3789 or send the form. Tell us the address, what you want to build or change and when you would like to start, and add photos or plans if you have them.
We Walk the Site
We visit the lot or the house, talk through how you live, look at what is possible and outline a plan, a schedule and the steps ahead.
We Plan and Build
We finalize the design, handle the permits and schedule the trades, then build in a clear order with a tidy, safe site and regular updates.
We Finish and Walk Through
We finish the details, clean up, walk the project with you room by room and fix every item on the punch list.
From the Home Style Library
Styles That Suit This
See the home styles that pair well with this service.
Almost Any LotCozy and Character Homes
Cottage Homes
Steep gables, arched doors and a storybook feel make cottage homes a favorite for small lots and guest houses.
Narrow and Infill LotsCozy and Character Homes
Bungalow Homes
Compact, charming and built around a deep front porch, the bungalow is a Nashville classic.
Acreage and CountryCozy and Character Homes
Farmhouse Homes
A classic farmhouse with a wraparound porch, a metal roof and tall windows, at home on open land.
Building Tool
Build Timeline Planner
Pick a project type and a start season to see the usual phases laid out on a timeline, from plans and permits to the final walkthrough.
Are accessory dwellings allowed on my lot?
Rules depend on the zoning and the lot. We review them with you and help you through the permit steps.
Can an existing garage become an apartment?
Often yes, depending on the structure and rules. We look at it and tell you what is involved.
How do I request a quote?
Call 615-431-3789 or send the form on this page. Tell us the address, what you want to build or change and when you would like to start, and photos or plans help. We follow up and set a time to walk the project.
Can I combine this with other work?
Yes. Many projects combine several services, such as framing, systems and finishes, and we plan them into a single schedule.
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Tell Us About Your Project
Tell us the address, what you want to build or change and when you would like to start, and we will get back to you quickly. Prefer to talk? Call 615-431-3789.
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Nashville Building Company designs and builds custom homes, additions and remodels for homes and businesses in Nashville and Middle Tennessee: new construction, kitchens and baths, structure and site work, systems, finishes and outdoor living.
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- New homes, remodels and additions
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