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Contemporary Garage Ideas and Designs

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Cowart Door - NARI Tour of Homes 2012 Austin - Select Cypress
Cowart Door - NARI Tour of Homes 2012 Austin - Select Cypress
Cowart Door SystemsCowart Door Systems
Door was designed to match wood fence design that extends to the right of the door (not in photo)
Pleasant Beach Shop
Pleasant Beach Shop
BC&J ArchitectureBC&J Architecture
The Pleasant Beach Shop was designed to complement the main house that had been constructed in the early 2,000’s. The Shop supports a functioning, thriving woodworking business and at the same time is a complimentary neighbor amongst the residential context. The shop is lit by both artificial and natural light through a continuous light monitor along the ridge of the roof. This monitor allows for both height and light when working inside the Shop and acts as a lantern to the forest during the evening.
Camelback
Camelback
Stonecreek Building Company, Inc.Stonecreek Building Company, Inc.
Timmerman Photography
Daniels
Daniels
Encore GarageEncore Garage
Rubinic Photography
Our Finished Garages
Our Finished Garages
Action Garage Door CompanyAction Garage Door Company
Навес-гараж для автомобилей и велосипедов (загородный дом в Ла Променад 2)
Навес-гараж для автомобилей и велосипедов (загородный дом в Ла Променад 2)
Архитектурное бюро ГлушковаАрхитектурное бюро Глушкова
Архитекторы: Дмитрий Глушков, Фёдор Селенин; Фото: Антон Лихтарович
Refinished Garage door Laguna Beach
Refinished Garage door Laguna Beach
IM Painting Inc.IM Painting Inc.
Full View Overhead Garage Doors
Full View Overhead Garage Doors
Cedar Park Overhead DoorsCedar Park Overhead Doors
Full-view overhead garage doors are modern and clean-looking, and perfect for a backyard office, 'man-cave,' hobby room, game room or any other space where you want to relax and be creative. Let the light in and enjoy! Photo credit: Jenn Leaver
Somerville carport
Somerville carport
Harper Elm General ContractorHarper Elm General Contractor
Planks Cedar Garage Door
Planks Cedar Garage Door
Dyer's Garage DoorsDyer's Garage Doors
Beautiful CHI Planks Cedar Garage Door. -- Los Angeles, CA Photo Credit: Debra Morrison
Cedar Stamped Carriage House
Cedar Stamped Carriage House
C.H.I. Overhead DoorsC.H.I. Overhead Doors
Model 5916/5983 Accents Cedar Spade Hardware
Peconic Bay House
Peconic Bay House
Resolution: 4 ArchitectureResolution: 4 Architecture
Covered parking is clad in knotty cedar inside with slatted cedar end wall to allow the space to breathe.
Courtyard House
Courtyard House
KOSS design+build, pllcKOSS design+build, pllc
The main space of the barn provides drive through RV storage and a side game room area with a folding door system that opens out to the courtyard.
Bear Lake Cottage
Bear Lake Cottage
Michael Fitzhugh ArchitectMichael Fitzhugh Architect
work08
work08
アールギャラリー（㈱アールプランナー）アールギャラリー（㈱アールプランナー）
Garage
Garage
ClosettecClosettec
Wood Garage Doors
Wood Garage Doors
Door 48 Handcrafted Garage DoorsDoor 48 Handcrafted Garage Doors
Garage Storage Organization & Garage Shelving
Garage Storage Organization & Garage Shelving
More Space Place - Mt. PleasantMore Space Place - Mt. Pleasant
Green House
Green House
JH BuildersJH Builders
Concord House Garage
Concord House Garage
Paul Lukez ArchitecturePaul Lukez Architecture

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
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