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Persson Construction

ADU & Garage Build
in Lee, NH

A Bold Retreat, Built from the Ground Up

Dark gray modern barn-style garage with two wooden doors, a boat on a trailer, and surrounding woods

When Growing Means Building, Not Moving

Amber and Ben loved their home in Lee, but they were running out of room to live, work, and relax. Rather than uproot their family, they partnered with us to design and build a fully independent ADU above a new two-car garage. Chris worked closely with Amber and Ben from the beginning, walking through every layout decision, material selection, and finishing detail as a team. That hands-on collaboration eliminated hidden costs and unexpected changes.

Investment

$300K

Timeline

9 Months

Location

Lee, New Hampshire

“We couldn’t recommend Chris and his team MORE! We started working with Persson Construction back in 2018 and have since built our home addition and our garage/office project. The team brought our dream to life in every way. Highly recommend Chris and the PC team!”

— Amber & Ben, Lee, NH

Running Out of Room in All the Wrong Places

The Details That Made It Theirs

Rustic wooden wall shelves displaying plants, decor, mugs, plates, and a Bluetooth speaker

Reclaimed Barn Board Kitchen Wall

Salvaged barn boards were repurposed as a full-height kitchen accent wall, grounding the modern space with warmth, texture, and a sense of history that Amber and Ben wanted woven into their everyday life.

Spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, a dark wood accent wall, and a SMEG refrigerator

Cathedral Ceilings with Exposed Beams

Soaring ceilings accented with natural wood beams transformed what could have felt like a compact addition into an open, airy retreat that draws the eye upward and makes every moment in the space feel expansive.

Dark gray modern barn-style home with two wooden garage doors and a boat on a dirt driveway

All-Black Exterior Statement

The sleek, dark vertical siding paired with warm wood-toned garage doors gives the ADU a contemporary presence that stands on its own while complementing the wooded New Hampshire landscape.

Cozy bunk room with wooden bunk beds, white bedding, green curtains, and hardwood floor

Bunk Room for Guests

Custom wooden bunk beds maximize sleeping capacity for family or guests in a compact footprint.

More Project Features

Custom Triangular Windows & Architectural Lighting

Triangular windows designed to mirror the roofline flood the interior with natural light and frame views of the surrounding woods, while statement lighting anchors the vaulted space.

Full Kitchen

Black cabinetry, butcher block countertops, a matte black faucet, open shelving, and a retro-style SMEG refrigerator create a kitchen that's as functional as it is striking.

Modern Bathroom

A walk-in tile shower with glass partition, wood vanity, white countertop, and matte black fixtures deliver a clean, elevated feel.

Garage Gym & Storage

The two-car garage below doubles as a home gym with a treadmill, rowing machine, squat rack, and wall-mounted tool organization, with overhead kayak storage keeping gear out of the way.

Hardwood Floors

Light maple hardwood runs through the entire living space, reflecting natural light and unifying every room with warmth.

Work Moved Out, Life Moved In

With home offices relocated out of the main living space and a private retreat finally in place, Amber and Ben got their home back. The ADU gave their family more storage, more functionality, and the breathing room they’d been craving, all without leaving the property they love.

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