The Angled Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a 500-square-foot home in St. Helena, California, designed by architects Maddie and Ryan Chandler of Chandler Workshop Architects for their own family. The project involved converting a 1950s garage and washroom, originally built in a walnut orchard, into a highly space-efficient residence. The design is a study in creative reuse and practical resourcefulness, featuring reclaimed and recycled materials that add character and a unique history to the small house. The house is distinguished by its angular geometry and facade of rusty metal, which reflects the industrial feel of its repurposed materials. Elements throughout the home have a past life, such as the rain screen made from vineyard stakes sourced from a friend's property and rollers for a kitchen storage space repurposed from skateboard wheels found at an estate sale. Inside, the design maximizes every inch of the small space, with an emphasis on functionality and light. The foundation was recycled from old planter boxes, and the building incorporates unexpected materials throughout. The extensive remodel includes a home office, a compact kitchen, a bathroom, and a sleeping loft, creating a comfortable and practical home within the limited footprint of the original garage. Credits Architects: Maddie and Ryan Chandler, Chandler Workshop Architects Photography: Adam Rouse