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Dilworth Historic District Craftsman
Dilworth Historic District Craftsman
Saussy BurbankSaussy Burbank
Zan Maddox
Car Barn
Car Barn
Patrick Ahearn ArchitectPatrick Ahearn Architect
Greg Premru
Steel & Timber Carport
Steel & Timber Carport
Urban SkiesUrban Skies
This project includes a bespoke double carport structure designed to our client's specification and fabricated prior to installation. This twisting flat roof carport was manufactured from mild steel and iroko timber which features within a vertical privacy screen and battened soffit. We also included IP rated LED lighting and motion sensors for ease of parking at night time.
Two-Story Garage & Addition in
Two-Story Garage & Addition in
Goldsborough Design BuildGoldsborough Design Build
The Last House
The Last House
David Small DesignsDavid Small Designs
Contemporary Garage/Workspace Project
Contemporary Garage/Workspace Project
GreenEastman, LLCGreenEastman, LLC
The new detached garage completes
NW Lovejoy st - P6
NW Lovejoy st - P6
Portland building and remodelingPortland building and remodeling
original garage was the only part of the existing house that we saved. This home was inspired by the Eichler home of the 50's/60's and of local homes built by Robert Rummer in the pacific NW
Arlington Forest Detached Garage & Loft
Arlington Forest Detached Garage & Loft
Atlas Moran ConstructionAtlas Moran Construction
Detached garage and loft
New Craftsman Exterior with Faux Wood Garage Door
New Craftsman Exterior with Faux Wood Garage Door
ClopayClopay
Clopay Canyon Ridge Collection Ultra-Grain Series insulated faux wood carriage house style garage door, Design 13 with SQ24 windows. Front facing, attached two-car garage. Looks like stained wood, but is steel and composite construction. Won't rot warp, or crack.
Inwood Place
Inwood Place
Cuppett Kilpatrick Architecture + Interior DesignCuppett Kilpatrick Architecture + Interior Design
Wire screen will cover with vines to mask carport adjacent to entry yard. Photo by Whit Preston
211 Rosewood Lane
211 Rosewood Lane
Our Town PlansOur Town Plans
Our Town Plans
Wilson Cottages, Palmetto Bluff
Wilson Cottages, Palmetto Bluff
Markalunas Architecture GroupMarkalunas Architecture Group
Lisa Carroll
Georgian Colonial Garage & Landscaping
Georgian Colonial Garage & Landscaping
Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLCHierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC
Exterior shot of separated shed with guest room above two car garage and entrance to backyard / landscaping.
Full Wood Garage Door
Full Wood Garage Door
TGS Garages & DoorsTGS Garages & Doors
Georgetown - Low Country Neighborhood
Georgetown - Low Country Neighborhood
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
With porches on every side, the “Georgetown” is designed for enjoying the natural surroundings. The main level of the home is characterized by wide open spaces, with connected kitchen, dining, and living areas, all leading onto the various outdoor patios. The main floor master bedroom occupies one entire wing of the home, along with an additional bedroom suite. The upper level features two bedroom suites and a bunk room, with space over the detached garage providing a private guest suite.
Ewing- 1918 Bungalow
Ewing- 1918 Bungalow
Bay Street BungalowsBay Street Bungalows
Oasis Photography
Ponderosa Style
Ponderosa Style
Riehl Quality Storage Barns LLCRiehl Quality Storage Barns LLC
14x28 Ponderosa Aframe, Loft w/Stairway, Carriage Style Garage Door
Wood bridge looking into Motor Court entrance
Wood bridge looking into Motor Court entrance
CCI Design, Inc.CCI Design, Inc.
Dan Cotton
Custom Detached Garage with Apartment Addition
Custom Detached Garage with Apartment Addition
Hopedale Builders, Inc.Hopedale Builders, Inc.
Matthew Benham
Past Projects
Past Projects
Waterman & SunWaterman & Sun
Rear yard garage is beautifully enhanced with this vine covered arbor.

Green 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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