Garage Ideas and Designs

Perfectly settled in the shade of three majestic oak trees, this timeless homestead evokes a deep sense of belonging to the land. The Wilson Architects farmhouse design riffs on the agrarian history of the region while employing contemporary green technologies and methods. Honoring centuries-old artisan traditions and the rich local talent carrying those traditions today, the home is adorned with intricate handmade details including custom site-harvested millwork, forged iron hardware, and inventive stone masonry. Welcome family and guests comfortably in the detached garage apartment. Enjoy long range views of these ancient mountains with ample space, inside and out.

Classic Farmhouse

3north

Country detached garage in Richmond with three or more cars.

Дом в Геленджике

Максим Тимофеев | VERDE art glassing

Photo of a mediterranean detached carport in Moscow.

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Garage Sports Equipment

France Sud Habitat

All sports related items, these items were categorized and stored in plastic bins that were then labeled and placed inside of cabinets to be out of the way.

Detached Garage/Gallery with driveway pillar

Beacon Rock Custom Builders

This is a detached garage/gallery that was built to match the style of the original Frank Lloyd Wright home on the property. We completed all of the electrical work as well as the lighting design.

Garage, Laundry and Utility Storage Ideas

Closets of Tulsa

Design ideas for a garage in Other.

Garage, Laundry and Utility Storage Ideas

Closets of Tulsa

Garage in Other.

Gallery Collection

Southern Illinois Door Company

Photo of a medium sized traditional attached carport in Chicago with three or more cars.

Garage Storage

The Tailored Closet of Indy

Garage storage lockers
This is an example of an expansive traditional attached garage workshop in Indianapolis with three or more cars.

The Dream Garage

A Staged Home

Inspiration for a medium sized classic attached double garage in Tampa.

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Ace Garage Door and Opener

This is an example of a medium sized modern attached double garage in Orlando.

Monkey Bar Garage Storage

Golden Gate Garage Storage

Photo of a classic attached garage in San Francisco.

Garage Storage Organization & Garage Shelving

More Space Place - Mt. Pleasant

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary attached double garage in Charleston.

McLeod Residence

Alan Mascord Design Associates Inc

photo by Bob Greenspan
Photo of a contemporary garage in Portland.

North West Modern Farmhouse Garage

Meyer Design

Meyer Design
Large farmhouse garage in Chicago.

Carriage House

Keery Design

This is an example of a medium sized classic detached garage in Boston with three or more cars.

Rapp

User

Small traditional attached double garage in Other.

Glass Pavilion

Movi Italia Srl

This is an example of a modern attached garage in Los Angeles with four or more cars.

Garage Organization

Debra Louise Designs

This is an example of a large classic garage workshop in Los Angeles.

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 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 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 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 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 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 garage photos on Houzz to discover garage shelving ideas, garage storage ideas, beautiful garage conversions and unique designs for garage doors and exteriors

Residential Work

Southwest Garage & Closet Design

Traditional double garage in San Diego.

United Kingdom

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