Event Details
The Future of Housing in Your Neighborhood
Housing is changing across Washington — and for many homeowners, the conversation is starting close to home.
Join Dream DADU for a thoughtful, in-person homeowner seminar at the Mercer Island Community & Event Center exploring detached accessory dwelling units, also known as DADUs or backyard homes.
This free educational conversation is designed for Mercer Island, Bellevue and the Eastside homeowners who are curious about what today’s zoning changes may make possible, how detached ADUs can support family flexibility, and what to understand before beginning the design or feasibility process.
We’ll discuss how homeowners are thinking about DADUs for aging parents, adult children, long-term property planning, rental flexibility, and neighborhood-scale housing.
We will also highlight the impact of thoughtful design that enhances your neighborhood.
Bring your questions. No plans or project required.
This is simply a chance to learn, ask, and better understand what may be possible on your property.
Hosted By
Toph Villa
CEO, Dream DADU
Toph Villa brings more than 20 years of experience across real estate, designing + building, investing, and financing. Through Dream DADU, he helps Eastside homeowners better understand the design, feasibility, and planning considerations behind detached ADUs.
What We’ll Cover
During this homeowner seminar, we’ll explore:
- What detached ADUs are and why they are becoming more relevant across the Eastside
- How recent housing and zoning changes may affect Mercer Island, Bellevue and Eastside homeowners
- How families are using DADUs for aging-in-place, adult children, guests, office space, and long-term flexibility
- What homeowners should understand before beginning design
- The role of feasibility, setbacks, access, utilities, parking, and site conditions
- How to think about a DADU as part of a broader property plan
- Common questions homeowners should ask before moving forward
Who This Event Is For
This event is designed for:
- Mercer Island, Bellevue & Greater Eastside homeowners
- Homeowners curious about detached ADUs but unsure where to begin
- Families planning for aging parents or adult children
- Homeowners thinking about long-term flexibility
- Property owners interested in understanding what their lot may support
- Anyone who wants a clearer, more local understanding of backyard homes
You do not need to have a project in mind. You just need to have questions.