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Detached Double Garage Ideas and Designs

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Hicklin Garage DoorsHicklin Garage Doors
Garaga - Standard+ North Hatley LP, 16’ x 8’, American Walnut
2 Car Garage - Lake Anna VA
2 Car Garage - Lake Anna VA
Ryson Renovations LLCRyson Renovations LLC
Tennessee Modern Farmhouse
Tennessee Modern Farmhouse
ClopayClopay
Clopay Avante Collection aluminum and glass garage doors on a modern farmhouse style home. Opaque glass keeps cars and equipment out of sight. Photographed by Andy Frame. This image is the exclusive property of Andy Frame / Andy Frame Photography and is protected under the United States and International Copyright laws.
French Country Style Home
French Country Style Home
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Converted Garage
Converted Garage
BondekoBondeko
Hartford County Custom Homes
Hartford County Custom Homes
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Washburn Lake 1
Washburn Lake 1
Lands End Development - Designers & BuildersLands End Development - Designers & Builders
Contemporary Steel Gates and Garage Door
Contemporary Steel Gates and Garage Door
Pacific Garage Doors & GatesPacific Garage Doors & Gates
Pacific Garage Doors & Gates Burbank & Glendale's Highly Preferred Garage Door & Gate Services Location: North Hollywood, CA 91606
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Grover Condos
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Studio
Rock Paper HammerRock Paper Hammer
Rustic Crozet Timber Frame
Rustic Crozet Timber Frame
Smith & Robertson, Inc.Smith & Robertson, Inc.
Carport with breezeway to house. Cedar shake shingles in gable.
Cozy Bungalow
Cozy Bungalow
Chris Cook Homes LLCChris Cook Homes LLC
Cool detached garage that matches home Chris Cook
Detached Garage & Apartment
Detached Garage & Apartment
Houghland Architecture, Inc.Houghland Architecture, Inc.
Garage / North Reading, MA
Garage / North Reading, MA
Morgan ExteriorsMorgan Exteriors
Lake Avenue Custom Home
Lake Avenue Custom Home
J&J BuildingJ&J Building
This photo features the detached two car garage and the herringbone patterned brick driveway.
52 Pine Road
52 Pine Road
Restoration By ReginaRestoration By Regina
This little garage was used as a small parking area with bike shop and wood working shop back in the 1940's & 50's.
Gamble Garden Spring Tour 2014: Hamilton
Gamble Garden Spring Tour 2014: Hamilton
Hoi Ning WongHoi Ning Wong
Hoi Ning Wong
Lafayette
Lafayette
Warren Claytor Architects, Inc.Warren Claytor Architects, Inc.
With the inspiration of a charming old stone farm house Warren Claytor Architects, designed the new detached garage as well as the addition and renovations to this home. It included a new kitchen, new outdoor terrace, new sitting and dining space breakfast room, mudroom, master bathroom, endless details and many recycled materials including wood beams, flooring, hinges and antique brick. Photo Credit: John Chew
Modern Detached Garage
Modern Detached Garage
Mosby Building ArtsMosby Building Arts
A renowned St. Louis mid-century modern architect's home in St. Louis, MO is now owned by his son, who grew up in the home. Mosby architects worked from the architect's original drawings of the home to create a new garage that matched and echoed the style of the home, from roof slope to brick color. In the foreground is a landscaping bed laid by the architect in the 1940s. This became his children's sandbox. It's geometry was incorporated into the design of the new detached garage. Photos by Mosby Building Arts.
Cottage Style Garage
Cottage Style Garage
Door Store and WindowsDoor Store and Windows
In 2018, the homeowner renovated her back porch, elevating the outdoor space to complement her renovated interior. The garage was the finale of this outdoor plan. The garage depth was enlarged by about 4’ , roof pitch increased enough to get a round window to compliment the one on the back side of the home, and more substantial trim was added around a new Carriage House look overhead door. In addition an area for storage was added with a potting bench on the side. This allowed the perfect spot for a small porch that makes the garage look almost like more of a cottage. The copper lanterns, gutters and flashing details finish out the look.

Detached Double 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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