Beyond ADU
Building dreams from Ground Up specializing in Fire-resistant and Weather protection Future Proof Smart home design and community development. Powered By: J.
06/10/2026
FROM VISION TO REALITY
What you're looking at is a housing development our team helped bring to life through planning, design coordination, zoning strategy, and project management.
Many people assume a property can only support a single home. In reality, California housing laws and local zoning opportunities may allow more than most property owners realize.
This development features:
✔ ADA-Compliant Design ✔ Private 1-Bedroom Homes ✔ Full Kitchens with Induction Cooktops ✔ Tankless Water Heaters ✔ Energy-Efficient Mini-Split HVAC Systems ✔ Fire-Resistant Construction ✔ Shared Green Space & Walkable Community Layout
Projects like this don't happen by accident.
They start with understanding what's possible on a piece of land and building a plan around it.
Have you ever wondered:
• What can I build on my property?
• Can I add an ADU?
• Could my lot support multiple units?
• What does my zoning allow?
• How can I maximize my property's potential?
We're now offering a FREE Property Evaluation to help property owners better understand their options.
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Are you or someone dealing with similar issues?
You’re not alone this is happening all over right now. Budgets sound good upfront but once stucco, tile, and finish work come into play everything changes.
At Beyond ADU we actually slowed down on taking new projects because we saw this coming. Too many homeowners getting pushed forward without real numbers behind their finishes.
Now we’re focused on helping fix these situations whether it’s reviewing your budget, connecting you with solid subs, or getting your project back on track.
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02/08/2026
“Character is power.”
— Booker T. Washington, Character Building
As Black History Month reminds us, our history has always centered character, dignity, and truth over optics. Booker T. Washington taught that real progress is built quietly through integrity, not performance, and that lesson still matters today.
Some people do the work.
Some people do the storytelling.
When the money is real but the virtue is staged, character tells on itself. Paid labor does not become service because the optics look good, and community does not become a prop just because tragedy opens a door.
In places like Eaton Canyon, too many outsiders look at homeowners who lost everything and see contracts, access, and reputation instead of people. Loss is not leverage. Trauma is not opportunity. Communities are not gold mines.
At Beyond ADU, serving the Altadena community means honoring people before projects. We are built on character, not catastrophe, not visibility, not extraction. Our team is made up of people who understand the weight of rebuilding after loss and the responsibility that comes with it. Character does not ask for credit. It does not need applause. It just stands quiet, honest, and exposed.
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01/08/2026
Beyond Crete Finishes
Minimal. Seamless. Timeless.
Our Beyond Crete plastered wall system transforms ordinary spaces into refined, architectural interiors. Hand-applied and trowel-finished, these walls deliver a smooth, stone-like texture with depth, movement, and a luxury feel you can’t achieve with paint or drywall.
Perfect for bathrooms, powder rooms, kitchens, feature walls, and modern interiors, Beyond Crete creates a continuous, joint-free surface that feels both organic and contemporary.
Why Beyond Crete?
• Seamless, joint-free finish
• Modern European plaster aesthetic
• Moisture-resistant and durable
• Ideal for bathrooms and wet areas
• Custom tones, textures, and finishes
• Works beautifully with stone, wood, and metal
This is not drywall.
This is not paint.
This is architectural plaster elevated.
Designed for homeowners, designers, and builders who want clean lines, depth, and a modern luxury look that stands out.
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01/07/2026
Meet Our Team of Local Builders You Can Trust
Beyond ADU is led by a team that’s largely from Pasadena and Altadena. This is our home, and we’re committed to helping our neighbors rebuild and build smarter whether recovering from fire damage or adding an ADU to reach long-term investment goals.
Our core team includes:
• Kevin Dailey – Co-Founder | Building Designer & Estimator
• James Smith – Co-Founder | Licensed General Contractor (CSLB #898997)
• Tarrell Mock – Senior Project Manager & Co-Founder
• Darrick McGriff – Project Engineer
• LaToya Williams-Evans – Project Coordinator & Licensed Realtor
• Ruben Munoz – Junior Project Manager
While we collaborate with specialty partners when needed, our leadership and project teams are local and hands-on throughout every phase.
If you’re rebuilding after fires or exploring an ADU for income or long-term investment, we’re here to guide you with clarity and care.
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251 S. Lake Avenue
Pasadena, CA
91101