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Daniels
Encore GarageEncore Garage
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Garage - Palm Beach
Garage - Palm Beach
The Closets CompanyThe Closets Company
Modern garage storage system in navy blue color. Slat walls installed to provide tools and sport goods organization. Garage floor painted with epoxy acrylic coat to provide a great look and durability.
Two Contemporary Black Garage Doors
Two Contemporary Black Garage Doors
Precision Garage Door ServicePrecision Garage Door Service
two contemporary garage doors in black with no windows.
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Planks in Cedar
Planks in Cedar
C.H.I. Overhead DoorsC.H.I. Overhead Doors
Planks faux wood garage door in Cedar.
Timber Vertical Clad Panel Door
Timber Vertical Clad Panel Door
Macquarie Garage DoorsMacquarie Garage Doors
Blackbutt Vertical Clad Panel Door, constructed using 3 different board widths in a random pattern and a clear stain finish. This panel door suits the side gate and mailbox plaque, and was installed with a Merlin Commander Extreme Opener and the myQ Smartphone kit for ease of use. Installed by Macquarie Garage Doors for a customer in Belmont, NSW Australia.
Glass Garage Door Ideas From Pro-Lift Garage Doors of St. Louis
Glass Garage Door Ideas From Pro-Lift Garage Doors of St. Louis
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Did you know that glass garage doors are trending in home design? Why? Well, glass garage door have a modern, contemporary look. They allow for a flow of natural light to stream inward, scenic views are enhanced, and there are a variety of glass types, color and frame options as well. Some features and ‘advantages’ of glass garage doors, however, may also prove to be ‘disadvantages’ for homeowners. Many homes in the St. Louis area are traditional in style and a highly-contemporary glass garage door may not fit these houses or neighborhoods. But if you love the idea of a glass component for your garage door, opt for prominent garage door windows as a design option.
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Мощение
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Garage - Carbon Fiber Cabinets
Garage - Carbon Fiber Cabinets
Tailored Living / Premier Garage of Bay AreaTailored Living / Premier Garage of Bay Area
平屋プロジェクトvol.1by 日建ホーム
平屋プロジェクトvol.1by 日建ホーム
日建ホーム株式会社日建ホーム株式会社
平屋に夢のバイクガレージのある暮らしを実現させたＭ様 楽しい仕掛けのいっぱいあるリゾート感覚のお住まいです。
Garage Install in Oklahoma
Garage Install in Oklahoma
Garage Decor And MoreGarage Decor And More
Private Beach House
Private Beach House
Eclipse HomesEclipse Homes
A compact beach house on a 270 square metre site in North Beach, Western Australia. Joel Barbitta, D-Max Photography
Kinsey Street Townhouses
Kinsey Street Townhouses
Brandrick ArchitectsBrandrick Architects
T House
T House
Frederick + Frederick ArchitectsFrederick + Frederick Architects
Photographs by John McManus
Westfield Project
Westfield Project
Hoss Building Group, Inc./ Hoss HomesHoss Building Group, Inc./ Hoss Homes
side entry garage
Motor Trend Series Garages
Motor Trend Series Garages
MARK SIDELL DESIGNSMARK SIDELL DESIGNS
50 Shades of Grey
50 Shades of Grey
Karen Kempf InteriorsKaren Kempf Interiors
This new construction home was a long-awaited dream home with lots of ideas and details curated over many years. It’s a contemporary lake house in the Midwest with a California vibe. The palette is clean and simple, and uses varying shades of gray. The dramatic architectural elements punctuate each space with dramatic details. Photos done by Ryan Hainey Photography, LLC.
Redhill
Redhill
ProStyle Building Group Pty LtdProStyle Building Group Pty Ltd
Our Work
Our Work
Morss ArchitectureMorss Architecture
Contemporary garage single car
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Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary garage photos on Houzz to discover garage shelving ideas, garage storage ideas, beautiful garage conversions and unique designs for garage doors and exteriors
Ritz Cove, CA
Ritz Cove, CA
Cindi White Designs - Decorating Den InteriorsCindi White Designs - Decorating Den Interiors
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