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Carport Ideas and Designs

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1833 Tabor St.
1833 Tabor St.
Wiseman Builders, LLCWiseman Builders, LLC
North Oaks - Car Showroom Remodel
North Oaks - Car Showroom Remodel
Michels HomesMichels Homes
Photography: Landmark Photography
Modern Steel Collection
Modern Steel Collection
Southern Illinois Door CompanySouthern Illinois Door Company
Ocracoke Model - Stonehenge Manors
Ocracoke Model - Stonehenge Manors
Royal Oaks HomesRoyal Oaks Homes
The garage has a single door but enough room for two cars!
Santa Rosa House
Santa Rosa House
Anthony J. ValléeAnthony J. Vallée
Anthony J. Vallee
GabionenCarport
GabionenCarport
SteelmanufakturSteelmanufaktur
Stephan Beyer
HandiWall
HandiWall
Garage Busters Inc.Garage Busters Inc.
Small Projects
Small Projects
Peter Podlas ArchitectPeter Podlas Architect
http://www.peterpodlas.com/small-projects-architect-hamptons
Home Building and Renovation in West Chester, PA
Home Building and Renovation in West Chester, PA
TATCOR Building & RemodelingTATCOR Building & Remodeling
The moved driveway leads up to the the beautiful 3-car garage with stone walls and lovely lantern lighting. This home also features a rear cathedral addition for additional lighting and ties into the Cape Cod style of this home.
Morningside Hillside Reno
Morningside Hillside Reno
Julie Evans Architecture & DesignJulie Evans Architecture & Design
New Carport on compact steep property,
Whole-House Remodeling
Whole-House Remodeling
GreatHouse Remodeling LLCGreatHouse Remodeling LLC
Detached garage with dormer clerestory, vaulted ceiling, faux beams, and double side doors opening onto the patio.
Auto Loggia
Auto Loggia
Mark W. Canada Architects, AIAMark W. Canada Architects, AIA
Steeply Chase Farm
Steeply Chase Farm
King Construction Company LLCKing Construction Company LLC
Equipment Garage with Trailer Pull Through
North Point
North Point
Periana ArchitecturePeriana Architecture
Clopay Garage Door Company
Clopay Garage Door Company
Mount Garage DoorsMount Garage Doors
Clopay Garage Doors
Clopay Garage Doors
Crawford Door SystemsCrawford Door Systems
Custom Corner Workspace
Custom Corner Workspace
Tailored Living of ColumbusTailored Living of Columbus
A miniature workshop fits in the corner to allow a functional workspace without sacrificing parking space.
Our Work
Our Work
Adco Garage DoorsAdco Garage Doors
Sliding Barn Doors and Lean-To Storage
Sliding Barn Doors and Lean-To Storage
Freeman Construction LtdFreeman Construction Ltd
Freeman Construction Ltd
Our Work
Our Work
Malouf ConstructionMalouf Construction

Carport 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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