Modern Empathy

Modern Empathy is a prefabricated ADU design and build company based in San Mateo County, California, founded in 2017 with a mission to create scalable housing opportunities particularly suited to older adults seeking to sustain engaging, independent lives. The company offers six ADU models with floor plans ranging from approximately 300 to 975 square feet, all designed with a modern aesthetic featuring vaulted ceilings, clerestory windows, slanted seam metal roofs, and glass doors. Interiors emphasize accessibility and comfort, with ergonomic fixtures, barrier-free showers, efficient Bosch appliances, full kitchens with Euro-style cabinetry, and generous storage. Modern Empathy incorporates sustainable building practices, including high-efficiency HVAC systems, solar panels, enhanced insulation, and cool roofing. The company serves the San Francisco Bay Area, including Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Alameda counties.