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Traditional Garage Workshop Ideas and Designs

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Northwood | Myrlte Beach New Home Design/Build
Northwood | Myrlte Beach New Home Design/Build
CRG CompaniesCRG Companies
Inspiration for a medium sized classic detached single garage workshop in Other.
Carriage House Garage Conversion
Carriage House Garage Conversion
Kraft Custom ConstructionKraft Custom Construction
The homeowner of this old, detached garage wanted to create a functional living space with a kitchen, bathroom and second-story bedroom, while still maintaining a functional garage space. We salvaged hickory wood for the floors and built custom fir cabinets in the kitchen with patchwork tile backsplash and energy efficient appliances. As a historical home but without historical requirements, we had fun blending era-specific elements like traditional wood windows, French doors, and wood garage doors with modern elements like solar panels on the roof and accent lighting in the stair risers. In preparation for the next phase of construction (a full kitchen remodel and addition to the main house), we connected the plumbing between the main house and carriage house to make the project more cost-effective. We also built a new gate with custom stonework to match the trellis, expanded the patio between the main house and garage, and installed a gas fire pit to seamlessly tie the structures together and provide a year-round outdoor living space.
Garage Makeover
Garage Makeover
DFW Garage Design - Custom Garage InteriorsDFW Garage Design - Custom Garage Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional attached double garage workshop in Dallas.
Garage Storage-Red Cabinetry
Garage Storage-Red Cabinetry
Diamante Storage SolutionsDiamante Storage Solutions
Elevated garage cabinetry with a slat wall keep items off the floor and easily accessible while the red color is attractive and eye catching. Custom Closets Sarasota County Manatee County Custom Storage Sarasota County Manatee County
Vacation Home Game Room Garage
Vacation Home Game Room Garage
Lenore King Luxury InteriorsLenore King Luxury Interiors
Consultation for colors and accessories
Photo of a small traditional attached double garage workshop in Tampa.
Bartholme
Bartholme
Garage GuruGarage Guru
Medium sized traditional attached double garage workshop in Denver.
Dave & Penny in Leawood
Dave & Penny in Leawood
Banner GarageBanner Garage
Powder coated garage storage cabinets with workbench and drawer storage. Heavy Duty adjustable Tire Rack.
Medium sized classic attached double garage workshop in Kansas City.
Custom Workbench and Storage in Lemont, IL
Custom Workbench and Storage in Lemont, IL
Tailored Living / Premier Garage of NapervilleTailored Living / Premier Garage of Naperville
This customer had the complete makeover. We started with his flooring and went with a Steelhead color to blend with the Pewter Cabinets. The custom workbench was made to allow slatwall for his tool storage and a stained block counter top.
Garages
Garages
Collins Construction Group, IncCollins Construction Group, Inc
Small classic detached single garage workshop in Chicago.
DOE Cool Energy House - Florida
DOE Cool Energy House - Florida
ClopayClopay
The Canyon Ridge Collection is a line of energy efficient faux wood carriage house style garage doors constructed from a durable, low-maintenance composite polymer material. The five-layer door features a ½”-thick cladding and overlay material adhered to a 2” three-layer polyurethane insulated steel base door with a thermal break for superior strength and energy efficiency. With a 20.4 R-value, it’s well insulated to improve comfort year-round. Unlike real wood, the door is moisture resistant, so it won’t rot, split, shrink, or crack. The cladding material and overlays are molded from actual wood species to duplicate the natural texture and grain patterns that give wood doors a one-of-a-kind character. The surface can be painted or stained. The addition of insulated rectangular windows across the top section lets natural light flow into the garage while maintaining energy efficiency. Other designs, cladding types and finishes are offered to fit a variety of home styles. Photos by Andy Frame.
The Barn
The Barn
Maple Valley Design Build, Inc.Maple Valley Design Build, Inc.
Two bay detached garage barn with workshop and carport. Clear red cedar siding with a transparent stain, cupola and transom windows over the cedar clad garage doors. Second floor with storage or living potential
Colorado's Garage Organization Professionals
Colorado's Garage Organization Professionals
Organization & RelocationOrganization & Relocation
Located in Colorado. We will travel. Storage solution provided by the Closet Factory. Budget varies.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic attached garage workshop in Denver.
Post Project
Post Project
Garage GuruGarage Guru
Inspiration for a medium sized classic attached double garage workshop in Denver.
Recent Jobs
Recent Jobs
Tailored Living / Premier Garage of NapervilleTailored Living / Premier Garage of Naperville
view from another angle; how to keep a small garage neat.
Photo of a medium sized traditional attached single garage workshop in Chicago.
Nashville Workshop Garage & Pool Deck
Nashville Workshop Garage & Pool Deck
LU Design BuildLU Design Build
John & Kim contacted LU Design Build to help them design, create and build a custom workshop. They enjoy building, crafting and designing ornaments and furniture of all sorts. They wanted a nice customized workshop to expand their tools and their abilities to build different and larger type projects. They also wanted to enhance the area around their in-ground pool because this is a favorite part of their home. For this project, we met with John & Kim and went over their desires for their space and functionality for their workshop and pool area. LU Design Build pulled in a partner architect to help draft the workshop concept. In the custom workshop area, we added metal roofing, custom gutters, and custom awning brackets that John actually built. It had custom dormers to let in lots of natural light. The workshop was also designed with vaulted ceilings to allow adequate air space and circulation. We chose a white washed shiplap to keep the space bright and open. In the pool area, we relocated the stairs coming off the deck and a landing area to create a better flow. LU Design Build also partnered with Frisella Outdoor Lighting. Frisella helped source and install the pool deck hardscape, retaining walls & soft landscaping. Since these two spaces were a long time dream of John and Kim, LU Design Build wanted to fit their design style and functionality so that they can stay for a long time and truly love their backyard and workshop.
Hawkinson - Garage Remodeling in Larchmont Village
Hawkinson - Garage Remodeling in Larchmont Village
Pearl RemodelingPearl Remodeling
Perfect utilization of a detached, 2 car garage. Now it has closets, a bathroom, amazing flooring and a sliding door
Design ideas for a medium sized classic detached double garage workshop in Los Angeles.
Coachman Collection
Coachman Collection
C&E Doors LLCC&E Doors LLC
Photo of a large traditional detached garage workshop in Wichita with three or more cars.
251 Murray hill
251 Murray hill
TRL Construction & DesignTRL Construction & Design
Photo of a large classic detached double garage workshop in Atlanta.
Play Gym & Garage
Play Gym & Garage
Douglas R. Schotland ArchitectDouglas R. Schotland Architect
Classic detached double garage workshop in Philadelphia.
Extensive Additions & Renovations in Clayton
Extensive Additions & Renovations in Clayton
Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLCChristopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC
Here is the detached garage and studio as seen from the covered terrace. The detached garage is designed to house four cars with two on hydralic lifts and two below the lifts. The garage ceiling is 11 ft tall to clear the stacked cars. The studio is above the main garage door with the stair and storage closets on the right. Chris Marshall

Traditional Garage Workshop 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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