Step 1: Find a Model below that you like (we’ll confirm your zoning, and show you how it fits in your backyard)
Step 2: Customize the exterior and interior finishes with us
Step 3: We get your building permit for you, and quickly build your (second) dream home in your backyard!
Backyard.Homes “Chesapeake” 1-Story, 1BR/1BA
This ~500 SF (20’x25’) one-level fully amenitized home incudes a 60 SF front porch, open living room and complete kitchen with high ceilings and abundant natural light, and a large bedroom with closet. The 2x6 exterior with spray foam insulation and mini-split heating and cooling provides exceptional energy performance. This model qualifies for all Arlington residential lots with a single-family home.
Backyard.Homes “Modern” 1-Story, 1BR/1BA
This ~560 SF (18’ x 30’) one-level fully amenitized home offers an open living room and complete kitchen with high ceilings and abundant natural light, and a large bedroom with walk-in closet. The 2x6 exterior with spray foam insulation and mini-split heating and cooling provides exceptional energy performance. This model qualifies for all Arlington residential lots with a single-family home.
Backyard.Homes “Modern Junior” 1-Story, 1BR/1BA
This ~450 SF (16’ x 28’) one-level home is similar to the Modern above but in a smaller footprint. This model qualifies for all Arlington residential lots with a single-family home and most District of Columbia residential lots.
Backyard.Homes “Modern Plus” 1-Story, 2BR/1BA
This ~640 SF (20’ x 32’) one-level home is similar to the Modern above but in a larger footprint and provides a 2nd bedroom (or home office). This model qualifies for Arlington lots with a single-family home and zoned R-8, R-10, R-10T, R-20, R15-30T, or R2-7.
Backyard.Homes “Timeless” 1-Story, 1BR/1BA
This ~560 SF (18’ x 30’) one-level fully amenitized home offers an open living room and complete kitchen with cathedral ceilings and abundant natural light, and a large bedroom with walk-in closet. The 2x6 exterior with spray foam insulation and mini-split heating and cooling provides exceptional energy performance. This model qualifies for all Arlington residential lots with a single-family home.
Backyard.Homes “Timeless Junior” 1-Story, 1BR/1BA
This ~450 SF (16’ x 28’) one-level home is similar to the Timeless above but in a smaller footprint. This model qualifies for all Arlington residential lots with a single-family home and most District of Columbia residential lots.
Backyard.Homes “Timeless Plus” 1-Story, 2BR/1BA
This ~640 SF (20’ x 32’) one-level home is similar to the Timeless above but in a larger footprint and provides a 2nd bedroom (or home office). This model qualifies for Arlington lots with a single-family home and zoned R-8, R-10, R-10T, R-20, R15-30T, or R2-7.
Backyard.Homes “Farmhouse” 2-Story, 1BR/2BA
This ~750 SF (16’ x 24’) two-level luxury home is our largest Arlington model with a spectacular first-floor open living room and kitchen, full bath and washer/dryer; and second-floor master bedroom suite with a second full bath and large closets. The 2x6 exterior with spray foam insulation and mini-split heating and cooling provides exceptional energy performance. This model qualifies for all Arlington residential lots with a single-family home.
Backyard.Homes “Gambrel Farmhouse” 2-Story, 1BR/2BA
This ~750 SF (16’ x 24’) two-level luxury home matches our Farmhouse model above, except the gambrel roof provides even higher ceilings and a larger 2nd floor bathroom. This model qualifies for all Arlington residential lots with a single-family home.
Backyard.Homes “Urban” 2-Story, 2BR/2BA or 2BR/1.5BA
Our largest overall backyard home is designed for District of Columbia property owners. It’s good urban living, with ~900 SF total across two full floors. The first floor has a spacious open living room and kitchen with either a half or full bath, and the second floor has a master bedroom suite with a walk-thru closet and full bath, and a second guest bedroom or home office.
Backyard.Homes “Dream Den”
Our Dream Dens are a smaller, single-room version of our Modern homes, available in 12’ x 16’ or larger. The walls are 2x6 woodframe panels with high R-value insulation to provide a comfortable environment. Our Dens are fully finished inside and out with Marvin Elevate windows and door, Cali Bamboo flooring, an efficient Fujitsu mini-split system for heating and cooling, and a variety of siding options. Our base models are electric-only with no plumbing, but we can add a bathroom or kitchenette if local regulations allow. Dream Dens are versatile and make a great home office, studio, fitness room, or classroom!