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Rockcreek BuildersInspiration for an expansive industrial garage workshop in Calgary with three or more cars.
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Closet FactoryThis man cave is fully customized with a wet bar, entertainment area and a wine rack.
Large urban attached double garage workshop in Los Angeles.
Large urban attached double garage workshop in Los Angeles.
American Custom LiftsAmerican Custom Lifts provided an auto elevator for a client who has a huge collection of motorcycles that he stores in his showroom basement.
Design ideas for a contemporary garage workshop in Sacramento.
Design ideas for a contemporary garage workshop in Sacramento.
Affordable Automotive Equipment, Inc.Car lift, 4 post car lift by Quality Lifts, that is ideal for maximizing your floor space for you most valuable cars in your garage.
Modern garage in Orange County.
Modern garage in Orange County.
SMS ArchitectsAnsel Olsen
Design ideas for a large traditional detached garage workshop in Richmond with four or more cars.
Design ideas for a large traditional detached garage workshop in Richmond with four or more cars.
VAULT®In the Tuscany region of central Italy, a region made famous around the world for its history, landscapes, traditions, artistic legacy and fine wine, perhaps nothing is more universally recognized than the old world villa’s that are nestled into the rolling countryside. Standing at approximately 10,500 square feet, this custom residence has all of the elegance, style and craftsmanship of those old world homes, but with all of the modern amenities of a new modern luxury home. This stunning residence was recognized by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) as the best custom built home in the country in 2010, a testament to the skillful designers and craftsmen who brought the homeowners vision into reality.
When Chad Haas, Founder of VAULT (www.vaultgarage.com), a company that prides itself in furnishing some of the most beautiful garages in the world, was brought into the project, the home and garage had already been built. The accolades of the gorgeous villa already awarded. But the homeowner felt that the exterior and interior of the garage lacked architectural harmony with the rest of the home and so he flew Mr. Haas out to visit the space directly so that he could assist hands-on with re-designing a new look and to add furnishings to accessories the space.
“When I first approached the villa from the street, I knew that I’d have my work cut out for me. Everything looked so perfect exactly the way it was designed and built. I questioned myself ‘how was I going to improve upon perfection?’, since remarkable attention was paid to even the smallest of details in the home” asked Haas.
The client’s goal was to engage Haas to design and furnish a garage where he could relax, separate from the home, enjoy his growing car collection and entertain family and friends.
After spending a short weekend together with the home owner to gather his ideas, Haas returned back to his Beaverton, Oregon-based company with a clearer vision: create the ultimate gentlemen’s retreat through the look of a turn-of-a-century Tuscan ‘car barn’.
Absolutely nothing in the garage was overlooked – and it shows. Every design element in the garage for color, texture and material was meticulously thought out to elicit just the right feeling and emotion in everyone that enters what may be one of the most beautifully elegant garages in America, a space commonly overlooked in the construction of homes today.
A main focal point of the exterior of garage is the beautiful view from the courtyard, where all three carriage doors can be seen. While the existing wood doors looked acceptable, it was agreed that something more befitting of the quality and beauty of the home were appropriate. Haas designed luxurious castle-style doors handcrafted from solid Mahogany and bathed in a rich dark brown stain that was complemented by hand-wrought iron grills, clavos and door pull hardware. The double-wide door, in particular, is truly remarkable in both its elegance, as well as its one-of-a-kind operation. “The client was concerned in this area of having mounting hardware and a motor on the ceiling. Because the cars in this area do not get brought out on a regular (daily) basis, the doors open manually by hand and operate accordion style on a track”. The homes main overhead garage doors feature jack-shaft operation which removes the clutter of a motor on the garage ceiling, but offers the convenience of powered operation. These extraordinary, custom-made castle doors look just as beautiful on the inside as the out and their unparalleled design and craftsmanship take the exterior of the home to even greater heights than before.
On to the interior, a black and white epoxy coating was stripped and replaced with porcelain tiles that resembled Italian travertine stone. To give the car barn a rustic feeling and a presence that it was older, not modern, Haas worked on the development and concept directly with the home owner to collaborate with a local millwork company that designed and hand-finished substantial wood beams from distressed Doug Fir. All of the walls were hand-plastered by a local artist using straw that was harvested from the immediate area surrounding the home and incorporated into the plaster to give it a rustic antique quality.
Haas conceived and designed a bar area and cabinetry for a work area that pulled inspiration from old ice boxes of the 1920’s that utilized heavy nickel-plated hardware, again to give storage spaces a rustic appearance.
The warm glow from several custom porcelain neon signs, each one meticulously built entirely by hand by VAULT, are dispersed throughout the space and transform the entire room and bring it to life. The client had never previously owned a neon sign before and along with the carriage doors felt that these items have transformed the space more than any other feature. Several antique gas pumps, restored in the client’s favorite petro bran, and a few additional porcelain signs will eventually furnish the rest of the space to complement the clients amazing car collection.
In addition to the countless details that set this showcase garage apart, its ability to seamlessly blend with the rest of the home and the natural, rustic setting of the Colorado Rockies, yet house modern automobiles in a manner in which they feel well placed and belong, is also noteworthy.
GARAGE DESIGN & FURNISHINGS
To learn more about VAULT visit them at: http://www.vaultgarage.com/
And on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/VaultGarage
PHOTOGRAPHY
All photographs were used with the permission of photographer John Vanderpool (john.vanderpool5@gmail.com)
You can visit John Vanderpool on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/JVanderpoolPhotography
ARCHITECTURE
Jerry Gloss, Principal, KGA Architects: http://www.kgarch.com/
HOMEBUILDER
Thomas Sattler Home: http://thomassattlerhomes.com/
VEHICLES
Here is an overview of the cars that were photographed in this article:
1. 2014 Ferrari 458 Italia
2. 2013 Maserati GranTurismo Sport
3. 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS (997)
4. 2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS
5. 2008 Porsche GT3 RS
6. 2013 Porsche 911 Turbo S (997)
7. 2014 Porsche Panamera GTS
8. 2013 Ford SVT Raptor (6.2L CrewCab)’
Overview of project reprinted with permission of DuPont Registry.
Reliance Design BuildKatya Grozovskaya Photography
Medium sized contemporary attached double garage workshop in Los Angeles.
Medium sized contemporary attached double garage workshop in Los Angeles.
ClopayClopay Canyon Ridge Collection Limited Edition Series faux wood carriage house garage doors add rustic elegance to this newly constructed home. Molded from pieces of real wood to for a realistic grain pattern and texture, these durable low-maintenance energy efficient overhead doors won’t rot, warp, or crack and can be painted or stained. Won't rot, warp, crack or shrink. Doors shown feature Pecky Cypress cladding with Clear Cypress composite overlays.
TONO Architects, LLCHalkin Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary garage workshop in Philadelphia with three or more cars.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary garage workshop in Philadelphia with three or more cars.
HAUS | Architecture For Modern LifestylesAmple garage size allows various configurations as client vintage auto collection evolves - Architecture + Photography: HAUS
Photo of a large retro detached garage workshop in Indianapolis with four or more cars.
Photo of a large retro detached garage workshop in Indianapolis with four or more cars.
A Collaborative Design GroupBuilder: Gallaghers Homes
Photo Credit: Grant Waddell - Trilogy Studios
Classic garage in Calgary.
Classic garage in Calgary.
Dynamic Garage DoorNot all garage doors are created equal. Dynamic Garage Doors are custom designed for each individual project. Our full custom design and manufacturing abilities allow us to create unique custom garage doors that naturally blend into each home's authentic architectural style.
This Mid Century style carport was converted into a fully functional garage but presented a problem when it came time to retrofit it with a custom wood garage door. Since the ground was pitched at a sloping angle it required the need of a custom designed asymmetrical garage door that would compensate for the huge gap at the bottom of the garage door opening. Taking careful measurements was of essence to handcraft a garage door that would fit perfectly into the awkwardly shaped garage opening. Once everything was calculated to perfection our designers came up with a minimalistic Mid Century style garage door design that would complement the home's architectural elements. The answer was a fine-lined garage door design with horizontal tongue and groove slats in solid mahogany that were carefully stained to simulate and match the home's existing ipe wood accents. We opted for ipe-stained mahogany in lieu of real ipe to save the client on the custom garage door cost while still delivering a garage door that will last a lifetime and look like a naturally blended architectural element of the home.
Enclosing the carport and adding a Dynamic Garage Door re-purposed and graduated a simple carport to a fully functional garage with a working automatic garage door. Investing in a custom garage door for this sloping carport will prove to return the investment at time of resale. Not to mention, of course, the curb appeal enhancement it gave the home.
California Closets HQA shop fit for a craftsman, this workbench incorporates functional storage with useful features to provide an ideal place to build.
Classic White finish offers a neutral backdrop.
• Classic White slab door and drawer fronts offer a seamless look.
• Slat wall with accessories provides storage for tools.
• Vertical shelving dividers ensure organization.
• Adjustable shelving provides flexibility for changing needs.
• Integrated workstation creates a designated space for projects.
• Cabinetry and drawers provide concealed storage.
Garage Ideas and Designs
Petitsuite Garage ConversionInterior photo courtesy James C Lee
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary detached single garage in Toronto.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary detached single garage in Toronto.
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