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Real wood overhead garage doors
Real wood overhead garage doors
Cedar Park Overhead DoorsCedar Park Overhead Doors
Featured here is a stunning hand-crafted, cedar wood overhead garage door with recessed paneling, accented by decorative windows that complement the exterior architecture of the home. The doors were custom-built and expertly installed by Cedar Park Overhead Doors, which has been serving the greater Austin, TX area for more than 30 years.
House in the woods
House in the woods
Enlightened Lighting, LLCEnlightened Lighting, LLC
This Kohlmark home leant itself perfectly to lighting.
Clopay Gallery Collection Gallery Collection Garage Doors
Clopay Gallery Collection Gallery Collection Garage Doors
ClopayClopay
Clopay Gallery Collection insulated steel garage doors with Ultra-Grain wood-look finish.
Garage Building/Pavilion in West Chester, PA
Garage Building/Pavilion in West Chester, PA
TATCOR Building & RemodelingTATCOR Building & Remodeling
Steel columns, with stone and cedar bases, hold up the protective roof. Inside the carport, the ceiling is vaulted thanks to scissor trusses and recessed lighting was added for clear vision when it is dark out.
Carport in older neighborhood
Carport in older neighborhood
Soren Group, LLCSoren Group, LLC
Whole House Remodel - Garage
Whole House Remodel - Garage
GMT Home Designs Inc.GMT Home Designs Inc.
Photo Credits: OnSite Studios
Cowart Door - Custom Wood Garage Doors
Cowart Door - Custom Wood Garage Doors
Cowart Door SystemsCowart Door Systems
Detached garage on corner lot is positioned to provide privacy for backyard. Doors and motor court face toward house.. 9x8 Spanish cedar doors stained with Sikkens Cetol
Masterpiece Garage Doors
Masterpiece Garage Doors
Masterpiece DoorsMasterpiece Doors
3 Car Garage - Paris Design Collection - Carriage House Styling - Finished in Rustic Distressed Walnut www.masterpiecedoors.com 678-894-1450
Hutchins Mill
Hutchins Mill
Southfen Residential ConstructionSouthfen Residential Construction
Jim Naylor
Gabriel Builders
Gabriel Builders
Gabriel Builders Inc.Gabriel Builders Inc.
Craftsman style home with detailed stonework and fabulous views of SC and GA mountains
Nashville Workshop Garage & Pool Deck
Nashville Workshop Garage & Pool Deck
LU Design BuildLU Design Build
John & Kim contacted LU Design Build to help them design, create and build a custom workshop. They enjoy building, crafting and designing ornaments and furniture of all sorts. They wanted a nice customized workshop to expand their tools and their abilities to build different and larger type projects. They also wanted to enhance the area around their in-ground pool because this is a favorite part of their home. For this project, we met with John & Kim and went over their desires for their space and functionality for their workshop and pool area. LU Design Build pulled in a partner architect to help draft the workshop concept. In the custom workshop area, we added metal roofing, custom gutters, and custom awning brackets that John actually built. It had custom dormers to let in lots of natural light. The workshop was also designed with vaulted ceilings to allow adequate air space and circulation. We chose a white washed shiplap to keep the space bright and open. In the pool area, we relocated the stairs coming off the deck and a landing area to create a better flow. LU Design Build also partnered with Frisella Outdoor Lighting. Frisella helped source and install the pool deck hardscape, retaining walls & soft landscaping. Since these two spaces were a long time dream of John and Kim, LU Design Build wanted to fit their design style and functionality so that they can stay for a long time and truly love their backyard and workshop.
Stillwell Garage Addition
Stillwell Garage Addition
Artisan Custom HomesArtisan Custom Homes
3 Car Garage and apartment
3 Car Garage and apartment
Stewart Homes, LLCStewart Homes, LLC
3 car garage with upstairs apartment/suite Hardiplank siding, Trex steps
Cedar shake garage
Cedar shake garage
Bella Lan Renovations Inc.Bella Lan Renovations Inc.
North Dallas Garage
North Dallas Garage
Design Your LifeDesign Your Life
Racing Red Garage storage
Racing Red Garage storage
Great Closets of New EnglandGreat Closets of New England
Upgraded garage - added epoxy coating flooring, new stained oak stairs, custom oak bench, shoe, coat and shelving storage.
Coachman Collection
Coachman Collection
C&E Doors LLCC&E Doors LLC
Blacktopping and Pavers
Blacktopping and Pavers
Michael Labriola IncMichael Labriola Inc
Gallery 1
Gallery 1
M.J. Aldrich BuildersM.J. Aldrich Builders
Garage
Garage
Decorator's Choice ClosetsDecorator's Choice Closets
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Large Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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