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Medium Sized Garage Ideas and Designs

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Craftsman Style Home with a Mountain View in Raymond
Craftsman Style Home with a Mountain View in Raymond
MGM BuildersMGM Builders
Design ideas for a medium sized rural detached double garage in Portland Maine.
Mountain Craftsman Bungalow
Mountain Craftsman Bungalow
TR2 ArchitectureTR2 Architecture
Sited on a forested hillside overlooking the city and Lake, this Northwest style craftsman mountain home has a matching detached Garage with apartment above. Natural landscaping and stamped concrete patios provide nice outdoor living spaces. Cedar siding is complemented by rusted corrugated wainscot and roofing , which help protect the exterior from harsh North Idaho winters. Native materials, timber accents and exposed rafters add to the rustic charm and curb appeal.
Detached Structures - Rustic - 4
Detached Structures - Rustic - 4
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Photo of a medium sized rustic detached carport in Manchester with three or more cars.
Garage renovation, Wrentham, MA
Garage renovation, Wrentham, MA
Garden Tech Horticultural Services LLCGarden Tech Horticultural Services LLC
The finnished look. Photo by Bob Trainor
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional detached garage in Boston.
Lanier Blvd Carport
Lanier Blvd Carport
dB Atlanta | Direct Build of AtlantadB Atlanta | Direct Build of Atlanta
Photo of a medium sized traditional detached garage in Atlanta with three or more cars.
Rocky Mountain Homes- Mountain Timberframe
Rocky Mountain Homes- Mountain Timberframe
Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log HomesRocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes
Medium sized rustic detached garage in Other with three or more cars.
Clopay Gallery Door
Clopay Gallery Door
Central PA Dock And DoorCentral PA Dock And Door
Medium sized rustic detached garage in Other with three or more cars.
Capo Beach Repaint
Capo Beach Repaint
Advanced Painting and Wood RepairAdvanced Painting and Wood Repair
Medium sized beach style detached double garage in Orange County.
Detached Structures
Detached Structures
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic detached carport in Manchester with three or more cars.
Detached Structures
Detached Structures
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Photo of a medium sized rustic detached carport in Manchester with three or more cars.
Detached Structures - Rustic - 4
Detached Structures - Rustic - 4
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
This is an example of a medium sized rustic detached carport in Manchester with three or more cars.

Medium Sized 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
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