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Porte Cochere Ideas and Designs

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Modern Touch: Glass garage door for converted garage
Modern Touch: Glass garage door for converted garage
Garage Doors UnlimitedGarage Doors Unlimited
Overhead glass doors are great use for converted garages that can be used for entertaining. Our customer re-purposed an old entry door and turned it into a dining room table. This eclectic space gives off the modern vibe that is made when home owners decide to convert their garages into a unique living space. Sarah F.
Darien Residence
Darien Residence
Thompson Raissis ArchitectsThompson Raissis Architects
Closets
Closets
Precision Closets and Garage LLCPrecision Closets and Garage LLC
253 Prospect
253 Prospect
Anthony James Master Builders, LLCAnthony James Master Builders, LLC
Detached Carriage House
Detached Carriage House
Hansen Architects, P.C.Hansen Architects, P.C.
Richard Leo Johnson
Traditional Garage
Traditional Garage
Porte Cochere
Porte Cochere
Clawson Architects, LLCClawson Architects, LLC
Part of the original design for the home in the 1900's, Clawson Architects recreated the Porte cochere along with the other renovations, alterations and additions to the property.
Project Exteriors
Project Exteriors
Jerome DeMarco ART.chitectureJerome DeMarco ART.chitecture
Jerome DeMarco Art.chitecture May be subject to copyright
Гараж и автомобильный навес - усадьба Променад
Гараж и автомобильный навес - усадьба Променад
Архитектурное бюро ГлушковаАрхитектурное бюро Глушкова
Навес и гараж для автомобилей. Архитекторы: Дмитрий Глушков, Фёдор Селенин; Фото: Андрей Лысиков
Stillwell Garage Addition
Stillwell Garage Addition
Artisan Custom HomesArtisan Custom Homes
Contemporary / Transitional House in Terramont
Contemporary / Transitional House in Terramont
OSCAR E. FLORES DESIGN STUDIO, LLCOSCAR E. FLORES DESIGN STUDIO, LLC
contemporary house style locate north of san antonio texas in the hill country area design by OSCAR E FLORES DESIGN STUDIO
Doors
Doors
Windows & Doors, Inc.Windows & Doors, Inc.
Miami Beach Dream
Miami Beach Dream
Marmiro Stones, IncMarmiro Stones, Inc
Materials: Deep Blue® Antiqued Pavers (Driveway) Deep Blue® Groove Finish on the pillars.
Lima Residence
Lima Residence
Abramson ArchitectsAbramson Architects
When first envisioning the home, the ATA design team was inspired by the homeowner’s profession - a commercial photographer. For this reason, they designed an architectural car port that frames the view of the mountains, an ideal setting for a car advertisement. Since its completion, the home has hosted commercial photo shoots for Lexus, Saab, Toyota and Chevy. It was also used as the set for the second season of Jonas Brother’s LA as well as in Katy Perry’s music video for her hit single “The One That Got Away”. Photo: Jim Bartsch
320 Hawkswood Drive, Fairview Texas
320 Hawkswood Drive, Fairview Texas
Empie ResidentialEmpie Residential
Horsham Garage | Horsham, PA
Horsham Garage | Horsham, PA
Period Architecture Ltd.Period Architecture Ltd.
Angle Eye Photography
Like a Houseboat
Like a Houseboat
Constructive General ContractorsConstructive General Contractors
Charles Davis Smith
Birch Point Timber Frame
Birch Point Timber Frame
TASOS KOKORIS AIA, LEED APTASOS KOKORIS AIA, LEED AP
Carriage House pass-through to Motor Court - Photo: Tim Lee Photography
Stillwell Garage Addition
Stillwell Garage Addition
Artisan Custom HomesArtisan Custom Homes
Wellesley Porte Cochere
Wellesley Porte Cochere
Meyer & Meyer, Inc. Architecture and InteriorsMeyer & Meyer, Inc. Architecture and Interiors

Porte Cochere 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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