Glass Walled Garage - is this a good idea? Yes or No

5 years ago

We designed this glass walled panel into our Classic Barn to show the craftsmanship as well as the owners beautiful car from his secluded garden. Do you think this could be popular?

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5 years ago

Stunning idea especially if you own a car that should be admired.

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5 years ago
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Sonia
5 years ago
That garage is posher than my house!
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rachelmidlands
5 years ago
I like the Ferrari. Does it come with the barn?:-) (kidding). I think it’s very nice, I’m thinking it would make a great studio as well with all the extra daylight.
nasmijati
5 years ago
I like the barn with as glass side as an art studio.
I live in an area with a high rate of car theft. I would worry about security.
rachelmidlands
5 years ago
Just realized it’s a Porsche not a Ferrari.....Doh! Still....very nice;)
donut99
5 years ago
what a great idea and looks fantastic, although admittedly not my taste, or within my financial capabilities! you could admire your car collection from your armchair in your home, show it off to anyone passing by. you'd have to keep in spotlessly clean so no oily spills, no storing the Christmas decs. I think it would go down a storm with premier league footie players!
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The Classic Barn Company
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5 years ago
Rachelmidlands, yes a Porsche well spotted, ironically after we done the photo shoot the client traded the Porsche in for a black Ferrari and fitted some nice Dura garage tool storage systems at one end. We’ve done a video-shoot of this barn along with others which is close to being finished and soon to be released on our YouTube channel. Thanks for your comments.
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The Classic Barn Company
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5 years ago
nasmijati, yes good point, the concept is to have the glazing on view from a secure garden for the home owners eyes only, from the other side this barn looks like a normal barn. We are considering ‘intelligence glass’ which switches from frosted to clear at the touch of a button. Most gardens are in darkness at night with the views from the house looking out over them. So we’re thinking wouldn’t this design be a great focal point illuminated at the end of the garden perhaps.
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The Classic Barn Company
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5 years ago
Donut99, great comments, in some Classic Barns we fit lofted storage space in the loft which adds an out-of-sight storage space for the Christmas decorations. The flooring in this barn was ‘resin’ which is great for oil spills, looks stunning, we have been trying various flooring systems and concept designs, some design elements transfer into actual builds. Why make boring garages hey !
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James Partridge Paper and Paint
5 years ago
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Not my thing but they look fantastic. I'm sure there is a real market for this. I have a client who's car collection is hidden away, but all's you have to do is mention "The Bentley" and you get the tour! This would save a lot of time : )
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The Classic Barn Company
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5 years ago
Yes its not quite the same if the garage is filled with junk and garden equipment.
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Defined Builds Limited
5 years ago
That's spectacular! great idea to show the car and skills of the carpentry.
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AG Interiors
5 years ago
Great idea but only if you've got a fabulous car to show off …..
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The Classic Barn Company
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5 years ago
AG Interiors - good point, although you say this - how about the same design converted to a garden office or summer house? We are currently tweaking the design for the glazing to become openable > watch this space, were try to add these to our portfolio, thanks for the comment.
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AG Interiors
5 years ago
Oh yes it would make a wonderful garden office or summerhouse - I love an oak frame and would be a glorious environment to work in …..
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A couple of car enthusiasts spotted this and we went in the create some more car palaces 👑

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