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Traditional Basement Retreat
Traditional Basement Retreat
Worthington Design & RemodelingWorthington Design & Remodeling
Basement storage solution that gives the necessary amount of organization for any homeowner.
Carport + Shade Structure
Carport + Shade Structure
Modulus DesignModulus Design
Modulus Design
Backyard Cottage
Backyard Cottage
Rudolph Widmann ArchitectsRudolph Widmann Architects
Built by Mascheroni Construction, photo by Mitch Shenker
Decatur
Decatur
First Street BuildersFirst Street Builders
This is a detached garage on a custom building project that has proved to be very popular with the homeowner and visitors. It is a perfect complement to the house.
Our Work
Our Work
Advanced Door SystemsAdvanced Door Systems
角田の木造ガレージ
角田の木造ガレージ
宇和建築設計事務所宇和建築設計事務所
角田木造ガーレジ内部ディテール（朝）
Car Port
Car Port
Fortitude ContractingFortitude Contracting
We took down the old aluminum car port, poured 4 new concrete footings, and framed a 15'x24' car port out of ACQ lumber. Install GAF roofing shingles and color match siding. Posts wrapped in white aluminum
New Garage for Midtown Tulsa
New Garage for Midtown Tulsa
Residential Repair IncResidential Repair Inc
Garage Shelving
Garage Shelving
Garage Solutions SavannahGarage Solutions Savannah
Garage Storage Solutions
Garage Storage Solutions
The Tailored ClosetThe Tailored Closet
Reduce clutter and maintain organization with built-in garage cabinets and custom closets. Never misplace items again!
Toronto Garage
Toronto Garage
EK Construction CompanyEK Construction Company
Forms for crowned and curbed garage slab-on-grade foundation.
Battle Associates Outbuildings
Battle Associates Outbuildings
Battle Associates, ArchitectsBattle Associates, Architects
Outbuildings grow out of their particular function and context. Design maintains unity with the main house and yet creates interesting elements to the outbuildings itself, treating it like an accent piece.
Relaxing Backyard Retreat
Relaxing Backyard Retreat
Studio A Home DesignsStudio A Home Designs
Coachman Collection
Coachman Collection
Amelia Overhead DoorsAmelia Overhead Doors
Outdoor Living and House Remodeling
Outdoor Living and House Remodeling
Arrow. Land + StructuresArrow. Land + Structures
Designed by Tom Donahue - Constructed by Arrow
Historic Craftsman Addition & Remodel
Historic Craftsman Addition & Remodel
Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
This former garage is now an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) with its own bathroom and kitchenette.
Garage Doors
Garage Doors
American Overhead Doors, Inc.American Overhead Doors, Inc.
1937 Lake Cottage Comes of Age
1937 Lake Cottage Comes of Age
Metke Remodeling & Luxury HomesMetke Remodeling & Luxury Homes
The use of a new front porch over entry door, mimicked over new garage façade, with fanned vertical siding and cedar tongue and groove soffits and corbels, and then dressed up with vintage light fixtures, make you want to discover what’s inside.
Two-Story Garage Apartment
Two-Story Garage Apartment
UserUser
Exterior details complement those of the 1923 bungalow on the property.
Carriage doors
Carriage doors
Alexander F. MarshallAlexander F. Marshall
alex marshall

Small 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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