Pre-designed homes & ADUs with character,
tailored just
for you.
Pre-designed homes & ADUs with character, tailored just for you.
Pre-designed homes & ADUs with character,
tailored just for you.









Designed, permitted, & built
by one expert team.
Designed, permitted, & built by one expert team.
With experience crafting 75+ homes and ADUs throughout LA County as Otto ADU,
now we’re helping Altadena’s families rebuild.
With experience crafting 75+ homes and ADUs throughout LA County as Otto ADU, now we’re helping Altadena’s families rebuild.

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000

Contemporary Jane’s Cottage
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,200 square feet
Starting at $610,000

Spanish Revival
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,150 square feet
Starting at $580,000
Your new home
in 4 simple steps

1
Tailor your plan
Select from our standard fit & finish options, then tweak the pre-designed plan with our architects.

1
Tailor your plan
Select from our standard fit & finish options, then tweak the pre-designed plan with our architects.

1
Tailor your plan
Select from our standard fit & finish options, then tweak the pre-designed plan with our architects.

1
Tailor your plan
Select from our standard fit & finish options, then tweak the pre-designed plan with our architects.

2
Let us get Approvals
We handle the paperwork & coordinate with all of the local agencies to get your project permitted.

2
Let us get Approvals
We handle the paperwork & coordinate with all of the local agencies to get your project permitted.

2
Let us get Approvals
We handle the paperwork & coordinate with all of the local agencies to get your project permitted.

2
Let us get Approvals
We handle the paperwork & coordinate with all of the local agencies to get your project permitted.

3
Watch it get built
We manage the entire construction process & provide helpful, consistent communication.

3
Watch it get built
We manage the entire construction process & provide helpful, consistent communication.

3
Watch it get built
We manage the entire construction process & provide helpful, consistent communication.

3
Watch it get built
We manage the entire construction process & provide helpful, consistent communication.

4
Move into your home!
Now it’s time to make some memories! If you need anything as you settle in, just give us a call.

4
Move into your home!
Now it’s time to make some memories! If you need anything as you settle in, just give us a call.

4
Move into your home!
Now it’s time to make some memories! If you need anything as you settle in, just give us a call.

4
Move into your home!
Now it’s time to make some memories! If you need anything as you settle in, just give us a call.


Choose from two pre-designed plans
(with more coming soon!)
Why choose Otto
Pre-designed
for peace of mind
Tailoring a pre-designed plan means you get speed and cost savings without compromising on beautiful design, fire resilience, or construction quality.






Each plan can be tailored to your
tastes at no charge
Each plan can be tailored to your tastes at no charge
Each plan can be tailored to your tastes at
no charge



We offer plenty of architect-vetted finishes & fixtures to choose from, as well as opportunities to modify key areas like bathrooms and built-in closets.
Our online portal allows you to easily make all the finish & fixture decisions in one spot.
Clear pricing,
coordinated drawings
No vague estimates or missing details.
You’ll get a full scope of work, transparent pricing, and coordinated drawings up front.




As a finishing touch, add our Custom Landscaping service to seamlessly integrate your new Otto home into your backyard.
Ready to build yours?
Frequently asked questions
Explore our answers to common questions and concerns.
What parts of an Otto pre-designed plan can I tailor?
We offer plenty of architect-vetted finishes & fixtures to choose from, as well as opportunities to modify key areas like bathrooms and built-in closets.
What parts of an Otto pre-designed plan can I tailor?
We offer plenty of architect-vetted finishes & fixtures to choose from, as well as opportunities to modify key areas like bathrooms and built-in closets.
What parts of an Otto pre-designed plan can I tailor?
We offer plenty of architect-vetted finishes & fixtures to choose from, as well as opportunities to modify key areas like bathrooms and built-in closets.
What parts of an Otto pre-designed plan can I tailor?
We offer plenty of architect-vetted finishes & fixtures to choose from, as well as opportunities to modify key areas like bathrooms and built-in closets.
What fire resistant features are in Otto's pre-designed plans?
We only use unvented roofs, Class A fire rated exterior assemblies and materials, and metal-clad windows and doors with tempered glass. See more features on each project page!
What fire resistant features are in Otto's pre-designed plans?
We only use unvented roofs, Class A fire rated exterior assemblies and materials, and metal-clad windows and doors with tempered glass. See more features on each project page!
What fire resistant features are in Otto's pre-designed plans?
We only use unvented roofs, Class A fire rated exterior assemblies and materials, and metal-clad windows and doors with tempered glass. See more features on each project page!
What fire resistant features are in Otto's pre-designed plans?
We only use unvented roofs, Class A fire rated exterior assemblies and materials, and metal-clad windows and doors with tempered glass. See more features on each project page!
How long does like-for-like permitting take in Altadena?
In our experience, typical like-for-like fire rebuilds in Altadena take approximately 4-6 weeks.
How long does like-for-like permitting take in Altadena?
In our experience, typical like-for-like fire rebuilds in Altadena take approximately 4-6 weeks.
How long does like-for-like permitting take in Altadena?
In our experience, typical like-for-like fire rebuilds in Altadena take approximately 4-6 weeks.
How long does like-for-like permitting take in Altadena?
In our experience, typical like-for-like fire rebuilds in Altadena take approximately 4-6 weeks.
How long does construction take?
Depending on the size of project, construction can take 8 to 14 months. Our construction process consists of 15 phases, each requiring their own level of trade expertise and city sign-offs. In the event that we encounter delays or changes to the scope of work, we'll keep you posted on how that will impact the overall project timeline.
How long does construction take?
Depending on the size of project, construction can take 8 to 14 months. Our construction process consists of 15 phases, each requiring their own level of trade expertise and city sign-offs. In the event that we encounter delays or changes to the scope of work, we'll keep you posted on how that will impact the overall project timeline.
How long does construction take?
Depending on the size of project, construction can take 8 to 14 months. Our construction process consists of 15 phases, each requiring their own level of trade expertise and city sign-offs. In the event that we encounter delays or changes to the scope of work, we'll keep you posted on how that will impact the overall project timeline.
How long does construction take?
Depending on the size of project, construction can take 8 to 14 months. Our construction process consists of 15 phases, each requiring their own level of trade expertise and city sign-offs. In the event that we encounter delays or changes to the scope of work, we'll keep you posted on how that will impact the overall project timeline.
What our clients say

“I am very impressed with the level of detail in the design and I’m so grateful we found you”
Diana K.

“I am very impressed with the level of detail in the design and I’m so grateful we found you”
Diana K.

“I am very impressed with the level of detail in the design and I’m so grateful we found you”
Diana K.

“Great experience working with Otto ADU -- my ADU is even better than I imagined, and it was on budget and on time."
Emily B

“Great experience working with Otto ADU -- my ADU is even better than I imagined, and it was on budget and on time."
Emily B

“Great experience working with Otto ADU -- my ADU is even better than I imagined, and it was on budget and on time."
Emily B

"The Otto team was absolutely amazing! 10 out of 10! I have nothing but great things to say about the entire process."
Melissa D.

"The Otto team was absolutely amazing! 10 out of 10! I have nothing but great things to say about the entire process."
Melissa D.

"The Otto team was absolutely amazing! 10 out of 10! I have nothing but great things to say about the entire process."
Melissa D.