“Casita” is a Spanish word meaning “small house”. In today’s terms, it often refers to a small dwelling built onto a homeowner’s existing space, like in their backyard.
Many build casitas to have a comfortable living space for extended family and guests or generate rental income.
Building a Guest House
While the rise of Amazon DIY tiny homes may make the construction of an accessory dwelling unit seem simple, there are a variety of industry-specific aspects to take into account, such as obtaining building permits, ensuring the build meets neighborhood home design regulations, and having a realistic outlook on project cost.
For example, building a single studio room off to the side of your pool area to rent out on Airbnb might seem like a great business, but once you consider the safety of the foundation and plumbing for a bathroom, your budget may need to grow.
Add Value with a Casita
A casita provides private space for family, guests, or your home office and can significantly raise your home value! According to a recent study, building a casita on your property can add anywhere from $10,000 to as much as $30,000 to your total asking price when you’re ready to sell.
Converting a Detached Garage
Even if you already have a detached garage on your property, it requires a separate building permit to be converted into a casita. Converting a garage into a living space can become a more extensive project than expected that might include raising the floor, insulating the walls, adding heating, cooling, and ventilation, and updating doors and windows.
That said, it can be a cost-effective way to add more living space without constructing a building from scratch. This project would be considered a remodel rather than a true “casita”.
Services Offered by La Casita Development
From new builds to remodels. La Casita Development is here to make a stressful time as seamless and straightforward as possible. LCD can be there at every step, from designing to final painting.
We can help design a space to fit your business’s needs best, regardless of if it is a new build or redesigning a current space.
We can do any addition, small or big. Whether it’s extending your house, adding a garage, or building a casita in the back of your property!
We can help you design and build your space so you can use it to its maximum potential.
Build Your Perfect Casita with La Casita Development
We offer an end-to-end client experience that includes reliable communication, budgeting, staffing, and on-site organization leading to a quality job well done every time. Contact La Casita Development to request a quote for your home or office today.
