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Potomac
Potomac
J Wilson Fuqua & Associates ArchitectsJ Wilson Fuqua & Associates Architects
Porter Fuqua
Boat House Siding - Annandale, MN
Boat House Siding - Annandale, MN
Building Renewal, IncBuilding Renewal, Inc
Building Renewal, Inc.
Maximizing utility of a single car garage
Maximizing utility of a single car garage
Working SpaceWorking Space
After. Compare to the first photo in this series. Effective utilization of space in a small garage is even more important than in a larger one. The absence of windows in this garage was a benefit.
Clopay Coachman Garage Door
Clopay Coachman Garage Door
Thomas V. Giel Garage DoorsThomas V. Giel Garage Doors
Clopay Coachman Collection
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
Calgary Mission, Outdoor Space
Calgary Mission, Outdoor Space
Alec Williams ConstructionAlec Williams Construction
Alec Williams Construction built a new garage and beautiful outdoor room to match a century-home in Calgary's Mission neighbourhood.
Fix It and Finish It - Garage Remodel
Fix It and Finish It - Garage Remodel
Within Studio LLCWithin Studio LLC
Within Studio travelled to Montgomery Alabama to help transform two homes for the tv show: Fix It and Finish It. We had ONE day to complete this task. This particular home was an enclosed garage that had become a storage unit for the home owners. The pastor and his wife needed a home office and sitting area, and we were happy to come to the rescue. Thanks to local builders and sub contractors the work was completed on time and the clients were thrilled! Visit our website for more information! www.withinstudio.com
Dunbar 3
Dunbar 3
Alex Glegg DesignAlex Glegg Design
Builder: Ron Orieux Construction Photographer: John Bently
Beach Front Carport
Beach Front Carport
UserUser
Jonathan Monty
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（昼）
Coachman Collection
Coachman Collection
Amelia Overhead DoorsAmelia Overhead Doors
Amarr Classica Garage Door
Amarr Classica Garage Door
Thomas V. Giel Garage DoorsThomas V. Giel Garage Doors
This is an Amarr Classica Lecern with Thames DecaTrim Garage Door in Mahogany Dual Directional Wood Grain
Mission Hills ADU
Mission Hills ADU
Levi Design BuildLevi Design Build
Garage conversion to accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
Timber Garage - Abinger, Surrey
Timber Garage - Abinger, Surrey
Phoenix Timber BuildingsPhoenix Timber Buildings
18′ x 10′ Garage in 16mm Shiplap with a 8′ x 6′ Log Store
After Stain Oblique
After Stain Oblique
UserUser
My parents were using their attached garage as an artist studio and there were a couple of problems. The first was that the prevailing westerly winds were blowing dust into the space around the edges of the garage door which ended up covering all the surfaces and contaminating their paints. This second problem was that the wind infiltration made the space uncomfortable at both the height of summer and the cold of winter. Once we settled on a design I used Revit to create the documents necessary for permitting purposes.
Historic Home Restoration
Historic Home Restoration
SEI Construction, IncSEI Construction, Inc
Concrete Garage Floor Painted Beige in Galloway, NJ
Concrete Garage Floor Painted Beige in Galloway, NJ
AK Painting And PowerwashingAK Painting And Powerwashing
Concrete garage floor epoxy-painted a beige color - project in Galloway, NJ. More at AkPaintingAndPowerwashing.com
Efficient, ADU-focused Townhome in Bend
Efficient, ADU-focused Townhome in Bend
Riverbend Building LLCRiverbend Building LLC
Owner's single-car garage.
Lake Waramaug Boat House
Lake Waramaug Boat House
L'ARC Architects, LLCL'ARC Architects, LLC
233 Main Street
233 Main Street
Regent PennRegent Penn
This carriage house with servant quarters is rebuilt to feature a kitchenette, studio apartment and full bathroom. Logan Wilson

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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