TIME names Samara’s Backyard a Best Invention of 2024

Each year, TIME honors genius ideas and products that are changing how we live, work, play, and think about what’s possible. We’re proud to announce that this year, Backyard has been recognized as one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024.

“Adding more space to your home can be tough,” notes TIME. “Whether it’s adding an in-law suite, guest house, gym or yoga studio, or creating a small rental, building an additional dwelling unit (ADU) on your property can come with months of disruption and contractors. Samara’s Backyard homes aim to cut out the turmoil.”

TIME recognized Samara for making it remarkably easy to add extra space to an existing property. The company offers a seamless customer experience, handling everything from design and manufacturing, to permitting and site preparation, to financing and installation.

Because Samara manufactures its models off-site at a factory it owns, it can ensure each home is built to the highest standards. Prefabrication also means Backyard can be installed in as few as seven months, with only about six weeks of on-site construction time. Homeowners can have peace of mind knowing that the process will be simple, straightforward and fast—it’s as easy as buying a Tesla online.

To that end, Samara is upfront about costs and timelines, unlike most general contractors, and manages the entire process from conception to completion. And because finding a loan for an ADU can be challenging, Samara uniquely offers competitive financing with as little as no money down and no need to touch your existing mortgage.

The recognition from TIME underscores Samara’s commitment to empowering homeowners to easily and quickly create the property of their dreams. Visit our website to learn more about our award-winning Backyard models.