What is the Bay Area ADU Expo
Your One-Stop Event for Everything ADU
The Bay Area ADU Expo brings the people, information, and resources you need together in one place. Whether you are exploring the idea or preparing to build, you can compare solutions, get your questions answered, and take your next step with confidence. Admission is free Sep. 26–27 at The Bridge Yard in Oakland.
Event Highlights
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Tour full-scale ADUs and tiny homes
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Meet builders, architects, lenders, and technology companies actively working on ADUs
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Get practical guidance from educational presentations led by industry experts
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Speak with city planning and housing representatives about local processes and resources
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Enjoy activities from Tesla, food trucks, and coffee onsite
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Relax at MasayaCo’s Terrace Lounge, featuring luxury outdoor furniture designed locally in Berkeley
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Connect and network with ADU professionals from across the Bay Area
Industry Expert Presentation Schedule
Saturday Expert Seminar
11:00-11:30 aM
Katherine Anderson, Perpetual Homes ADU
Customization of Prefab Homes
11:30-12:00 Noon
LiveLarge Home
The Interwoven Home: One Property, Three Ways to Live
12:00-12:30 PM
Anna Lopez, Meriwest Credit Union
Navigating ADU Financing: What Every Homeowner Should Know
12:30-1:00 PM
Kyle Post, VELUX
The 5th Wall: How Looking Up Solves the Three Biggest ADU Design Challenges
1:00-1:30 PM
Sanem Surel, Permit Box
Permitting Your ADU: What Actually Slows Projects Down
1:30-2:00 PM
Masaya Homes
Planning a California ADU: Key Site Factors That Affect Design, Cost, and Timeline
2:00-2:30 PM
Monica Sanchez, Proven Connections Group
The Hidden Timeline Killer: Utility Coordination
2:30-3:00 PM
Ed Bosco, Plumis
Hidden Costs of ADUs: Navigating Fire Safety Compliance
3:00-3:30 PM
Kurt Botn, SF Planning
Unlocking Space: A Guide to ADUs in San Francisco
Sunday Educational Seminar
12:00-1:00 PM
J.W. Frye, Rebuilding Together East Bay Network
Rebuilding Together East Bay Network Panel
1:00-1:30 PM
Build It Green
Panel with Small-scale ADU Developers and Manufacturers.
1:30-2:00 PM
Josh Bartucca, Renofi
Renofi ADU Financing
2:00-2:30 PM
Trisha Guido, ADU Center
Hidden Housing: A Homeowner's Guide to Legalizing Existing ADUs
2:30-3:00 PM
Sylvia Aguilar, Casita Coalition
ADU Basics in 2026: What Homeowners Need to Know
3:00-3:30 PM
Carrie Shores Diller, Inspired ADUs
From Design to Move-In: Understanding the ADU Process Through Real, Local Projects
Event Experience
The Fall 2026 event will take place at Bridge Yard in Oakland, an industrial waterfront venue located next to the Bay Bridge.
The venue allows for expanded demonstration unit displays, outdoor installations, food trucks, and more opportunities for attendees to interact with exhibitors and industry professionals.
Presented By
Convo Events
Convo Events focuses on creating thoughtful events that bring communities and professionals together to explore real world solutions.