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My Houzz: Garage Sale Meets Glam in Ohio
My Houzz: Garage Sale Meets Glam in Ohio
Adrienne DeRosaAdrienne DeRosa
Cleverly designed, the pool house doubles as a shed and workshop on one side of the building. Raymond saved the shed doors from a job that he had gotten tearing down an old barn. The doors allow the entire front of the shed to open up, while their rustic finish carries on the aesthetic of the rest of the yard. Jennifer's 1963 International Harvester is another great score, and seemed almost meant to be. Found on Ebay, the truck came to her after deals on other vehicles fell through. "All of a sudden this truck was for sale on Ebay, and it was on my street a few houses away; I couldn't believe it," says Jennifer. Although she was initially outbid for the truck, the day after the auction she was notified that the winner had forfeited the sale, "So I am the lucky owner of 'Harvey'", she says with a smile. Photo: Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz
Flow Wall Storage Solutions
Flow Wall Storage Solutions
Flow Wall SystemFlow Wall System
Photo of a small contemporary attached double garage workshop in Salt Lake City.
Garage/Potting Shed
Garage/Potting Shed
Clites Architects, PCClites Architects, PC
photo by Timothy Clites
Photo of a small traditional detached double garage in DC Metro.
Mountain Brook Den Addition
Mountain Brook Den Addition
UserUser
Brendon Pinola
Design ideas for a small traditional attached single carport in Birmingham.
Detached Garage to Studio ADU - Van Nuys
Detached Garage to Studio ADU - Van Nuys
Pearl RemodelingPearl Remodeling
We turned this home's two-car garage into a Studio ADU in Van Nuys. The Studio ADU is fully equipped to live independently from the main house. The ADU has a kitchenette, living room space, closet, bedroom space, and a full bathroom. Upon demolition and framing, we reconfigured the garage to be the exact layout we planned for the open concept ADU. We installed brand new windows, drywall, floors, insulation, foundation, and electrical units. The kitchenette has to brand new appliances from the brand General Electric. The stovetop, refrigerator, and microwave have been installed seamlessly into the custom kitchen cabinets. The kitchen has a beautiful stone-polished countertop from the company, Ceasarstone, called Blizzard. The off-white color compliments the bright white oak tone of the floor and the off-white walls. The bathroom is covered with beautiful white marble accents including the vanity and the shower stall. The shower has a custom shower niche with white marble hexagon tiles that match the shower pan of the shower and shower bench. The shower has a large glass-higned door and glass enclosure. The single bowl vanity has a marble countertop that matches the marble tiles of the shower and a modern fixture that is above the square mirror. The studio ADU is perfect for a single person or even two. There is plenty of closet space and bedroom space to fit a queen or king-sized bed. It has brand new ductless air conditioner that keeps the entire unit nice and cool.
After Hours Finish With Stylelite Acrylic Fronts in Champagne and Graphite Garag
After Hours Finish With Stylelite Acrylic Fronts in Champagne and Graphite Garag
Valet Custom Cabinets & ClosetsValet Custom Cabinets & Closets
After Hours Finish With Stylelite Acrylic Fronts in Champagne and Graphite
This is an example of a small rustic detached single carport in San Francisco.
ADU over new garage
ADU over new garage
J.T. DesignJ.T. Design
Detached apartment above a new 2 car garage. Final product
Small classic detached double garage workshop in Seattle.
Spanish Vibes
Spanish Vibes
Captivate Inc.Captivate Inc.
The husbands favorite room in the home, also called his "man cave", is the air-conditioned workroom in the garage. A 32" Samsung TV and in-ceiling speakers make spending the weekends out there even more entertaining. Photographer: Alexandra White Photography
Azzari Carport
Azzari Carport
Henry ArchitectsHenry Architects
Courtesy Henry Architects LLC
Photo of a small eclectic attached single carport in Albuquerque.
Exterior Craftsman Style - Garage Doors
Exterior Craftsman Style - Garage Doors
Architecture Studio, Inc.Architecture Studio, Inc.
This is an example of a small traditional garage in Orlando.
Winter Park Carriage Doors
Winter Park Carriage Doors
H & H Garage DoorsH & H Garage Doors
Michael Hogan
Inspiration for a small farmhouse detached double garage workshop in Orlando.
Bungalow garage
Bungalow garage
Landmark Consulting, LLCLandmark Consulting, LLC
Kimberly K. Alvarez
Design ideas for a small classic detached garage in New York.
Grasshopper Studio
Grasshopper Studio
Wittman Estes LandscapeWittman Estes Landscape
Crushed stone carport, large slatted gate, translucent polycarbonate windows and steel siding. Nic Lehoux
Photo of a small modern detached single carport in Seattle.
Mullet House: Best Renovation $300-$500k Toronto (by BILD)
Mullet House: Best Renovation $300-$500k Toronto (by BILD)
Eurodale Developments IncEurodale Developments Inc
Andrew Snow Photography
This is an example of a small traditional attached garage in Toronto.
Garage Floor Coating
Garage Floor Coating
Aladdin Services, LLCAladdin Services, LLC
Grind the floor to remove existing coating and 'profile' the surface to prepare for coating. Apply 4 coats of urethane based epoxy.
Photo of a small attached double garage in New York.
Traditional Basement Retreat
Traditional Basement Retreat
Worthington Design & RemodelingWorthington Design & Remodeling
Basement storage solution that gives the necessary amount of organization for any homeowner.
Inspiration for a small traditional garage in Indianapolis.
ATELIER DE POTERIE - vue intérieure
ATELIER DE POTERIE - vue intérieure
Charles QuenotCharles Quenot
Small contemporary attached garage workshop in Grenoble.
Poquito
Poquito
YUTOROSU architectsYUTOROSU architects
Photo of a small contemporary attached single garage workshop in Tokyo Suburbs.
鬼無の家（ガレージハウス）
鬼無の家（ガレージハウス）
株式会社　創芸株式会社　創芸
鬼無の家（ガレージハウス） ガレージ内部駐車場よりトイレ入り口を見る
Inspiration for a small contemporary detached single carport in Other.
Garage Storage
Garage Storage
Banner GarageBanner Garage
Photo of a small classic attached double garage workshop in Kansas City.

Small 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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