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Affordable Green Garage Ideas and Designs

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Active Backyard
Active Backyard
JOMA ConstructionJOMA Construction
Accessory dwelling unit (office/garage) and sunroom addition.
Garage Storage Ideas
Garage Storage Ideas
Closets Las VegasClosets Las Vegas
Adjustable freedomRail wire shelving with freedomRail grid and attachments for organizing yard tools, sports equipment, and larger items.
Garage Conversion ADU in Beverlywood
Garage Conversion ADU in Beverlywood
A-List Builders Inc.A-List Builders Inc.
Garage Conversion ADU in Beverlywood. Mid-century Modern design gives this new rental unit a great look.
Wood Project
Wood Project
UltraBuild Construction LLCUltraBuild Construction LLC
Contemporary Garage Addition and Siding
Contemporary Garage Addition and Siding
Schmidt Contracting Services LLCSchmidt Contracting Services LLC
http://www.schmidtcontracting.net
klink hollow road
klink hollow road
lee CALISTI architecture+designlee CALISTI architecture+design
Lee Calisti
68' 912
68' 912
Rogers Design BuildRogers Design Build
Laramie Residence
Laramie Residence
Ryan Duebber Architect, LLCRyan Duebber Architect, LLC
Laramie Residence - Detached garage addition Ross Van Pelt Photography
Whimsical Tudor Renovation - Kenilworth, IL
Whimsical Tudor Renovation - Kenilworth, IL
Scott Simpson Design + BuildScott Simpson Design + Build
Retaining all the character of a 1923 whimsical while expanding to meet the needs of an active family of five. This classic and timeless transformation strikes a beautiful balance between the charm of the existing home and the opportunities to realize something custom. First, we reclaimed the attached one-car garage for a much-needed command central kitchen - organized in zones for cooking, dining, gathering, scheduling, homework and entertaining. With a devotion to design, a stunning, custom, nickel Ann Morris pot rack was chosen as a focal point, appliances were concealed with painted, raised-panel cabinetry and finishes like white quartzite countertops, white fireclay sinks and dark stained floors added just the right amount of light and color. Outside the bustle of the family space, the previous kitchen became a butler’s pantry and richly-paneled library for reading, relaxing and enjoying cigars. The addition of a mud room, family room, and a wonderful space we lovingly call “The Jewel Room” for its heightened luxurious detail, completed the perfect remodel – opening up new space for the busy children, while providing comfortable respites for their happy parents.
The Pratt Pergola: Carport Edition
The Pratt Pergola: Carport Edition
Pratt GuysPratt Guys
Photo owned by Pratt Guys - NOTE: This photo can only be used/published online, digitally, TV and print with written permission from Pratt Guys.
Room Above Garage with two bays
Room Above Garage with two bays
The Classic Barn CompanyThe Classic Barn Company
Open Plan Ranch
Open Plan Ranch
Orange Home • Design | Remodel | BuildOrange Home • Design | Remodel | Build
Street view of white and grey travertine paver driveway and entry walk.
Carriage house overhead garage doors
Carriage house overhead garage doors
Cedar Park Overhead DoorsCedar Park Overhead Doors
Featured here is an Amarr overhead garage door from the Oak Summit collection, available in more than 70 attractive designs, which are achieved with decorative windows and hardware. The doors were expertly installed by Cedar Park Overhead Doors, which has been serving the Austin area for more than 30 years. Photo credit: Jenn Leaver
Clopay Garage Doors
Clopay Garage Doors
Bayou Overhead DoorsBayou Overhead Doors
Arlington Forest Detached Garage & Loft
Arlington Forest Detached Garage & Loft
Atlas Moran ConstructionAtlas Moran Construction
Detached garage and loft
Garage Storage Ideas
Garage Storage Ideas
Closets Las VegasClosets Las Vegas
Adjustable freedomRail wire shelving with freedomRail grid and attachments for organizing yard tools, sports equipment, and larger items.
Litchfield Ct, Lake House
Litchfield Ct, Lake House
Alexander Antonelli Architects LLCAlexander Antonelli Architects LLC
Garage Conversion ADU in Beverlywood
Garage Conversion ADU in Beverlywood
A-List Builders Inc.A-List Builders Inc.
Garage Conversion ADU in Beverlywood. Mid-century Modern design gives this new rental unit a great look.
Our Work
Our Work
Martin E. Hogan Corp.Martin E. Hogan Corp.
This garage/shop with epoxy painted floors and loft earned the nickname "the GarageMaHal"
Cottage Reinvention
Cottage Reinvention
Tempus Design Studio Pty LtdTempus Design Studio Pty Ltd
Kath Heke Photography

Affordable Green Garage Ideas and Designs

Garages often become the homes for the unloved spillover from the rest of your house. Originally built for a practical purpose, the funny thing about our garages is that when most of us open our garage doors, it’s not our cars we see. Instead what greets us behind the garage door is stuff; lots and lots of stuff. Garages may technically have been designed to protect our cars, but in fact we often rely on this extra space as much-needed storage. Well the decline ends here – it’s time to begin a garage revolution and turn these spaces into practical or even beautiful additions to our homes. From better garage storage to garage conversions, there’s no shortage of options for designing, improving and optimising your garage. Take a look at some of the garage ideas on Houzz to help you start to plan your project.

How do I make the most of my garage?

If your garage needs to double as a storage space as well as a home for your car you should start by getting it organised and then you can look into some clever garage storage ideas. Floor space in a garage is important, so utilise the three big walls on offer by lining with free standing garage shelving units or floating shelves to keep your tools, cans of paint and everything else out of toes’ and tyres’ way. There are also companies that will fit out your garage to spec with built in garage storage solutions that make the most of its space. For bikes you might opt for a compact floor mounted bike rack or get them up and out of the way by mounting a rack on the wall next to your garage shelving. If you are lucky enough to have a garage with a high roof then consider larger garage storage ideas such as installing a mezzanine, which will get all the clutter off the floor for good. When it comes to your garage exterior you can adapt the style by choosing the type, material and colour of your garage doors. There are a wide selection available, including roller, up and over, sectional and side hinged garage doors in timber, steel, aluminium and composite materials, with panels, windows and all sorts of colours. Think about how the doors will encroach on any inside garage storage space but then the main thing to focus on is how the garage doors will look and operate on the outside. Look at the rest of your house exterior to decide on a style and talk to a professional garage door maker about the advantages of the different door types.

How do I go about a garage conversion?

Sometimes the extra space the garage offers is not just about storage – it also gives us an opportunity to extend our houses. Garage conversions make a great space away from the main house to build a home office, a home gym, or you could even build soundproofing into the walls for the ideal home cinema and entertainment room. The upside of garage conversions is that internally transforming an existing structure circumvents the headache of planning permission. However, making such as basic structure habitable is a big job and still subject to extensive building regulations, so do hire a professional if you’re considering a full garage conversion. For a fully managed build, look for garage conversion specialists who will offer end-to-end service. Considerations for converting your garage include the installation of insulation and waterproof materials, opening windows (these must be at least 1/20th of floor area), a new foundation if necessary to support new walls, the replacement of flat roofs and a new electricity supply for detached garage conversions. Externally, keep materials, decor and style consistent with main house so your conversion doesn’t look too much like an afterthought that’s been stuck onto its side. Taking a look at some other garage conversion ideas is a good way to find inspiration for your garage; you may not have thought about using the space in a particular way until you see garage conversion ideas from existing conversions around the world. Browse hundreds of garage photos on Houzz to discover garage shelving ideas, garage storage ideas, beautiful garage conversions and unique designs for garage doors and exteriors
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