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Small Contemporary Garage Ideas and Designs

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Modern Hardie Board Single Car Garages
Modern Hardie Board Single Car Garages
Premier Built GaragesPremier Built Garages
Single Car Garage, basic build, new concrete, exterior to match house.
Solar Canopy
Solar Canopy
George Psaledakis ArchitectGeorge Psaledakis Architect
Solar canopy charging station in Glen Ellen, CA. We provided the client with a space saving steel cantilevered canopy using SolarWorld panels generating 1.6Kv and a Clipper Creek fast charging station for their new electric vehicle. The client wanted to stabilize his cost of utilities by generating his own electricity to charge his vehicle thus eliminating dependance on petroleum.
Randwick Teenager's Retreat
Randwick Teenager's Retreat
LochbuildLochbuild
Steve Brown Photography
Plane View - New House on Converted Garage Site
Plane View - New House on Converted Garage Site
MacLean Architecture + DesignMacLean Architecture + Design
A new, 3-storey, 1-bedroom house on what was formally the site of a garage. Includes a basement and double height dining space.
Home Gym
Home Gym
House Construction ltdHouse Construction ltd
This under used garage space was recently converted to a home gym, making the most of the space and creating the illusion of more with the vertical clad oak strips that sit on an acoustic panel. With a wet underfloor heating system and multi purpose anchor points on the walls and ceilings.
Garage Epoxy Flooring
Garage Epoxy Flooring
JADE Epoxy Flooring CompanyJADE Epoxy Flooring Company
Contemporary, Stylish Garage Conversion
Contemporary, Stylish Garage Conversion
AA Design FirmAA Design Firm
Having the french doors and the carriage style garage doors open at the same time helps bring in the wonderful cross wind and light into the space.
Exteriors
Exteriors
Quinn ConstructionQuinn Construction
Carport Design
Carport Design
Drafting ConceptsDrafting Concepts
Finished carport photos- The existing verandah, fencing and retaining walls have been removed. To give cover the insulated panel roof has been cantilevered over the existing house.
Churchville, PA Garage Closet
Churchville, PA Garage Closet
Closet POSSIBLECloset POSSIBLE
Garage Storage in Grey with plenty of shoe storage, coat hanging, shelves and room for plenty of gear.
Canning House
Canning House
Prime Design Tasmania Pty LtdPrime Design Tasmania Pty Ltd
Abri de voiture dans la cour
Abri de voiture dans la cour
Berger JardinsBerger Jardins
Nous pouvons apprécier le revêtement de la cour réalisé en enrobé et agrémenté de lignages et motifs en pavés vieillis Tépia, finition martelée, teinte Titane. Nous pouvons également voir en arrière-plan un abri de voitures. Enfin, la limite de propriété a été matérialisée par la pose de gabions en panneaux rigides, surmontés d’une clôture en panneaux anthracite.
Abri voitures
Abri voitures
EMPREINTEEMPREINTE
Recent Jobs
Recent Jobs
Tailored Living / Premier Garage of NapervilleTailored Living / Premier Garage of Naperville
Aliso Viejo Entry & Driveway
Aliso Viejo Entry & Driveway
Ocean Pavers, Inc.Ocean Pavers, Inc.
New paver front landing and steps using the Holland paver in grey charcoal color.
Huron Village Garage
Huron Village Garage
Sam Kachmar ArchitectsSam Kachmar Architects
a compact modern garage
Garage Inspiration
Garage Inspiration
Closets to AdoreClosets to Adore
Compact garage organizer with lots of slatwall to hang all sorts of stuff
Kassuba Lake Home
Kassuba Lake Home
Sidock GroupSidock Group
An existing garage was converted into a carriage house to provide separate living space for guests, incorporating an additional bedroom and bathroom. Photo by Sidock Architects
Lake Oswego Boathouse
Lake Oswego Boathouse
Integrate Architecture & PlanningIntegrate Architecture & Planning
Lake Oswego boathouse in Lake Oswego, Oregon by Integrate Architecture & Planning, p.c.
Shop/Garage
Shop/Garage
BRL BUILDERS INCBRL BUILDERS INC
One year later, landscaping almost done. Buttoning things up for the winter.

Small 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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