A2M CONTRACTORS

General Contractor & Licensed Roofer

B & C 39 License #952120

Guest House and ADU ABOVE EXISTING GARAGE

Alcala Knolls DR, 92111

Started 6-1-2026 Updated 9-10-2026 (RM)

North elevation blueprint showing ADU balcony and exterior stairway

South elevation blueprint of addition above the existing garage

West elevation blueprint showing two-story ADU and exterior stairs

Full foundation prep completed with installed rebar and formwork. Plumbing risers positioned at strategic locations for vertical connections.

Rebar grid installed over vapor barrier in a prepared foundation slab. Form boards and riser pipes are in place for inspection before pour.

Foundation trenching is underway with visible plumbing rough-ins and framing boards outlining the slab layout for a new home addition.

Rear view shows full trenching, perimeter boards, and vertical pipes set in preparation for concrete slab pour on a residential addition.

Kitchen Cabinet and Appliance Finish Progress

Kitchen finish progress showing installed upper and lower cabinetry, wood-tone accent panels, microwave installation, glossy tile flooring, and preparation for countertops and remaining appliances.

Kitchen cabinets with microwave and tile flooring

White and wood kitchen cabinetry with microwave

Kitchen Cabinet Installation Progress

Kitchen construction progress showing the transition from cabinet staging to active installation of wood-finish base cabinets throughout the guest house kitchen.

Exterior Stucco, Stair, and Railing Finish Progress

Exterior finish progress showing blue stucco walls, dark stair surfaces, white railings, installed windows, exterior lighting, and a finished entry door.

Blue stucco with finished exterior stairs

Finished exterior stairs with white railing

Exterior Stair and Stucco Progress

The guest quarters addition continues with upper-level stair construction, exterior stucco application, installed windows, doors, landings, and wood guardrails.

Wood staircase with newly installed guardrails

exterior staircase, wood railings, upper landing

Wood Stair Access for Upper-Level ADU

Exterior stairway framing shows new wood steps providing access to the upper-level ADU. The wall lath, scaffolding, and stair framing show progress toward completing the balcony and exterior access system.

Exterior staircase leading to the upper-level entrance

e newly framed plywood staircase beside metal stucco lath

unfinished exterior wood staircase running along the lath-covered guest house

Interior Mini-Split and Finished Room

The guest quarters continue toward completion with finished rooms, ceiling fans, natural light, tile floors, and wall-mounted mini-split equipment.

Finished living area with ceiling fan and mini-split

Guest room with mini-split and ceiling fan

EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS

showing new wood framing, structural sheathing, temporary bracing, and upper-level wall installation for the guest house conversion and addition.

Two-story guest house framing with plywood sheathing

Worker installing upper guest quarters wall framing

Two-story addition framing above open lower level

Guest house side framing and structural bracing

Framed guest house addition above contractor banner

Interior construction progress

showing framed rooms, hallway walls, structural floor joists, plywood sheathing, and temporary bracing within the guest house addition.

Electrical and Interior Rough-In Progress

Interior construction progress showing electrical wiring, outlet boxes, ceiling fixtures, plumbing lines, framed partitions, and exposed roof trusses throughout the guest quarters.

Long framed hallway showing electrical wiring,

electrical boxes, routed wiring, exposed roof framing

electrical boxes, and wiring routed through the wall studs

exposed roof trusses with electrical wiring, outlet boxes

Plumbing and Electrical Rough-In Progress

Interior construction progress showing drain and supply piping, insulated utility lines, electrical wiring, recessed-light housings, and framed partition walls throughout the guest quarters.

lack drain and vent piping, water-supply lines, electrical wiring

Framed utility wall containing multiple drain, vent

lumbing and insulated utility lines, electrical wiring, outlet boxes

Window Installation and Interior Framing

Interior construction progress showing installed windows, exposed structural framing, engineered floor joists, framed openings, and building components prepared for installation.

nstalled sliding window, exposed roof trusses

Balcony and Railing Progress

guest house, white upper balcony railings and support posts, exterior staircase, installed windows. Finished upper-level balcony showing the dark deck surface, newly painted white guardrails, and elevated views across the surrounding residential neighborhood.

Blue guest house with white balcony railings

Finished balcony with white railings and neighborhood view

Exterior Stucco and Balcony Construction

Exterior construction progress showing installed windows, upper-level balcony framing, temporary railings, structural supports, and stucco application on the guest house addition.

Garage-Top ADU Balcony Construction Progress

Second-story ADU balcony framing shows the new guardrail layout and elevated outdoor living space for the garage-top unit.

Framed ADU balcony with neighborhood view.

Wood balcony railing framing for garage ADU.

Exterior Stucco color coat Finish

Light blue exterior color with white finish trim.

stucco finish, white roof trim, upper-level windows, wall vent

two-story guest house exterior with white trim, installed windows

Exterior Stucco Finish Progress

Exterior construction progress showing scaffold-supported stucco application, gray base coating, white finish preparation, and the completed exterior color.

textured stucco, installed upper windows, roof ventilation

tucco base coating across the two-story guest house

Construction workers apply the exterior stucco finish while windows

tucco base coat, upper-level windows, roof vent, scaffold platforms

Exterior Stucco Lath Preparation

Exterior progress showing weather-resistant backing, metal stucco lath, scaffolding, installed windows, and balcony framing across the two-story guest house addition.

stucco lath installed around upper and lower windows

scaffolded guest house exterior prepared for stucco

Exterior Lath, Balcony Framing, and Vinyl Windows

vinyl windows installed below and above the framed balcony structure, with exterior lath prepared for stucco work. The balcony framing adds outdoor living space to the ADU and guest quarters addition.

Garage ADU with vinyl windows and exterior lath.

ADU balcony stairway framing with vinyl windows.

Exterior Sheathing and Window Progress

Exterior construction progress showing plywood wall sheathing, framed window openings, installed upper-level windows, roof eaves, and the unfinished lower-level entrance.

structural plywood sheathing, open upper window openings

construction fence showing plywood wall sheathing, two framed upper-level windows

upper-story windows, a roof vent, structural plywood sheathing

Finished Upper-Level Rooms and Tile Flooring

Upper-level interior progress showing glossy large-format tile flooring, painted walls, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, windows, closets, and completed baseboards.

eflective tile flooring, installed ceiling fan, smoke alarm, sliding window

wo sliding windows, glossy tile flooring, finished white walls, smoke alarm

upper-level room with glossy large-format tile flooring, white baseboards, recessed lights

guest room showing reflective tile flooring, recessed lighting, a ceiling fan

installed glossy tile flooring, ceiling fan, smoke alarm, sliding window

a large sliding window, closet opening, electrical outlet locations, unfinished subfloor

Upper-Level Room Finish Progress

Upper-level interior progress showing completed drywall, white-painted walls and ceilings, installed windows, framed closet openings, and unfinished subflooring.

installed large-format tile flooring, painted walls, a sliding window

Upper-level room with completed white drywall and paint, a framed closet opening

liding window, recessed closet area, unfinished flooring, and ceiling fixture

two sliding windows, glossy tile flooring

Upper-Level Guest Room Tile Installation

Bathroom Vanity, Sink, and Fixture Progress

Bathroom finish progress showing white vanity cabinets, integrated sink countertops, mirrored wall cabinets, lighting, ventilation, and coordinated walk-in shower tile.

Vanity cabinet beside pebble-tile shower

Sink vanity and mirrored cabinet installation

Installed vanity cabinet and three-panel mirror

Vanity overlooking twin-niche pebble shower

Bathroom vanity lighting and shower finishes

WALK-IN SHOWER AND BATHROOM FINISH PROGRESS

BATHROOM FINISH PROGRESS SHOWING LARGE-FORMAT SHOWER WALL TILE, ADVANCE THROUGH FINAL TILE WORK WITH DECORATIVE PEBBLE ACCENTS, RECESSED STORAGE NICHES, HORIZONTAL WINDOWS, AND PREPARED PLUMBING LOCATIONS.

Bathroom vanity beside tiled walk-in shower

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Windowed shower with pebble floor and niches

Walk-in shower with pebble niche and floor

Shower Tile Installation Progress

Bathroom progress showing large-format shower wall tile, pebble-mosaic storage niches, a horizontal window, and preparation of the shower floor for final finishing.

Large-format shower tile with pebble niches

Tiled shower enclosure awaiting final fixtures

shower featuring large-format wall tile, a pebble-mosaic floor and matching niches

Bathroom construction progress

Interior ADU bathroom construction view through the doorway showing finished drywall, shower surround backer board, rough plumbing, electrical openings, and unfinished sub-floor.

Bathroom and Shower Preparation

unfinished bathroom doorway showing painted walls, a raised shower

hower enclosure with joint-treated backer panels, a small window opening

bathroom showing painted side walls, shower wall preparation

Bathroom construction view showing the raised shower base, prepared wall panels

Interior Hallway Finish Progress

Interior hallway progress showing painted drywall, large-format tile flooring, recessed lighting, finished door openings, and electrical-panel installation.

Completed hallway with tile and room doors

Interior Utility Room Finish Progress

Interior progress showing the guest house utility area with large-format tile flooring, painted walls, window installation, electrical connections, and final storage cabinetry.

Utility room connections and tile flooring

Finished utility room with storage cabinet

Interior painted Drywall, and beautiful floor Tile

Interior finished drywall, white wall and ceiling paint, recessed-light openings, architectural archways, and large-format tile flooring.

olished tile flooring, white walls, installed recessed lighting

kitchen area with glossy tile flooring, painted walls, windows, an exterior door

Interior room after installation of glossy large-format floor

eflective tile flooring, white painted walls, an architectural archway

preparation inside the guest house conversion and ADU

areas with finished drywall, arched openings, hallway access, recessed lighting locations, and unfinished floor surfaces.

Interior Drywall and Paint prep

Interior view through a finished architectural archway

ompleted drywall and white paint, multiple recessed-light openings

Open interior layout showing painted drywall, a finished archway

INTERIOR ROOM PROGRESS

smooth finished drywall, installed windows, closet framing, electrical openings, and subfloor preparation.

Exterior Sheathing and Window Progress

Plywood Sheathing Before Vinyl Window Installation

exterior sheathing shows the upper-level ADU taking shape above the existing garage, with framed window openings ready for the next installation phase.

Exterior ADU sheathing with framed window openings.

Side ADU sheathing with window openings.

ADU roofline sheathing with upper window openings.

Project: Guest house conversion, 260 sq ft addition, 228 sq ft guest quarters addition, 921 sq ft ADU above existing garage, and 112 sq ft.

ADU wall framing above the existing garage shows window openings and structural lumber for a 921 sq ft residential guest quarters addition.

ADU wall framing above the existing garage shows window openings and structural lumber.

Second-Story ADU Framing Above Existing Garage

ADU framing shows wall construction progressing above the existing garage structure. The bracing, posts, and sheathing help document the early structural phase of the residential addition.

Framed upper-level ADU over existing garage

Guest House Remodel Framing and Room Layout

Interior rough framing shows the guest house conversion layout with ceiling joists, wall framing, and temporary bracing in progress. The image documents the developing hallway and room divisions before insulation, drywall, and finish carpentry.

Interior guest house hallway framing and ceiling joists.

Plywood sheathing inside framed guest quarters room.

Arched opening framing between remodeled living spaces.

Open plan framing for guest quarters remodel.

ADU window framing with rough electrical wiring.

Framed Walls with Residential Electrical Wiring

Framed ADU hallway shows organized rough-in work with electrical boxes, wiring, and ceiling framing ready for the next construction phase.

ADU hallway framing with rough electrical wiring.

Guest quarters wall with electrical rough-in.

Framed ADU hallway with electrical rough-in.

Mechanical and Utility Rough-In for ADU Interior

aDU interior framing shows mechanical rough-in, ceiling electrical boxes, and window placement progressing inside the new residential living area.

ADU room with mechanical and electrical rough-in.

Open ADU room framing with electrical boxes.

ADU Utility Framing with Plumbing and Wiring

Interior wall framing shows drain lines, supply routing, and electrical rough-in being installed for the upper-level ADU layout.

ADU bathroom framing with plumbing rough-in.

ADU wall framing with plumbing and wiring.

Window wall framing shows plumbing and electrical rough-in around the new ADU living space.

Exterior Vinyl Windows Installed on ADU Addition

newly installed vinyl windows on the upper-level ADU above the existing garage. The plywood sheathing and open garage bay show the project moving toward exterior finishing.

Garage ADU exterior with new vinyl windows.

Vinyl windows beside framed ADU balcony.

ADU and Guest Quarters Vinyl Window Work

Multiple vinyl windows are installed along the framed wall, showing progress on the residential guest quarters remodel.

Vinyl windows installed along framed wall.

ADU vinyl window with rough electrical framing.

Staged vinyl windows inside guest quarters shell.

Vinyl window units staged inside framed ADU.

Vinyl window installed in framed guest quarters.

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Guest House and ADU ABOVE EXISTING GARAGE

Alcala Knolls DR, 92111

Started 6-1-2026 Updated 9-10-2026 (RM)

Full foundation prep completed with installed rebar and formwork. Plumbing risers positioned at strategic locations for vertical connections.

Foundation trenching is underway with visible plumbing rough-ins and framing boards outlining the slab layout for a new home addition.

Kitchen Cabinet and Appliance Finish ProgressKitchen finish progress showing installed upper and lower cabinetry, wood-tone accent panels, microwave installation, glossy tile flooring, and preparation for countertops and remaining appliances.

Wood Stair Access for Upper-Level ADUExterior stairway framing shows new wood steps providing access to the upper-level ADU. The wall lath, scaffolding, and stair framing show progress toward completing the balcony and exterior access system.

Electrical and Interior Rough-In ProgressInterior construction progress showing electrical wiring, outlet boxes, ceiling fixtures, plumbing lines, framed partitions, and exposed roof trusses throughout the guest quarters.

Plumbing and Electrical Rough-In ProgressInterior construction progress showing drain and supply piping, insulated utility lines, electrical wiring, recessed-light housings, and framed partition walls throughout the guest quarters.

Balcony and Railing Progressguest house, white upper balcony railings and support posts, exterior staircase, installed windows. Finished upper-level balcony showing the dark deck surface, newly painted white guardrails, and elevated views across the surrounding residential neighborhood.

Garage-Top ADU Balcony Construction ProgressSecond-story ADU balcony framing shows the new guardrail layout and elevated outdoor living space for the garage-top unit.

Exterior Lath, Balcony Framing, and Vinyl Windowsvinyl windows installed below and above the framed balcony structure, with exterior lath prepared for stucco work. The balcony framing adds outdoor living space to the ADU and guest quarters addition.

Exterior Sheathing and Window ProgressExterior construction progress showing plywood wall sheathing, framed window openings, installed upper-level windows, roof eaves, and the unfinished lower-level entrance.

Upper-Level Room Finish ProgressUpper-level interior progress showing completed drywall, white-painted walls and ceilings, installed windows, framed closet openings, and unfinished subflooring.

Upper-Level Guest Room Tile Installation

WALK-IN SHOWER AND BATHROOM FINISH PROGRESSBATHROOM FINISH PROGRESS SHOWING LARGE-FORMAT SHOWER WALL TILE, ADVANCE THROUGH FINAL TILE WORK WITH DECORATIVE PEBBLE ACCENTS, RECESSED STORAGE NICHES, HORIZONTAL WINDOWS, AND PREPARED PLUMBING LOCATIONS.

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Bathroom construction progressInterior ADU bathroom construction view through the doorway showing finished drywall, shower surround backer board, rough plumbing, electrical openings, and unfinished sub-floor.

Bathroom and Shower Preparation

Interior Hallway Finish ProgressInterior hallway progress showing painted drywall, large-format tile flooring, recessed lighting, finished door openings, and electrical-panel installation.

preparation inside the guest house conversion and ADU areas with finished drywall, arched openings, hallway access, recessed lighting locations, and unfinished floor surfaces.

INTERIOR ROOM PROGRESS smooth finished drywall, installed windows, closet framing, electrical openings, and subfloor preparation.