10 Garage Conversion Ideas To Improve Your Home

A simple garage has more potential than you can ever imagine. With a little effort and imagination, you can turn a cold and sober place in a welcoming and peaceful area…or not. The final result depends on your wishes! The options are endless but, unfortunately, you still have to take into consideration various aspects. One of them is the amount of space you have.

The other one is related to what is your idea regarding a garage conversion. What would you like to have instead of it, an office, a reading corner, a playground for your kids? Maybe the following images will help you decide what you really need.

1. Garage renovated for family play.

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Kids are always full of energy. Why not teach them how to channel it on something good for their health, like sport? Who knows, maybe in time they will develop a passion for sports! Besides that, such a place will stimulate their imagination and help them to improve their skills. Climbing monkey bars, swings, ropes, gym mats, sounds like a perfect playground, don’t you think?{found on menterarchitects}.

2. Cozy guest house.

Always be prepared for surprise visits! Think about your friends from out of town. Where could they sleep if they decide to come over? Turn your garage in a small guest house and you won’t have to be concerned about this anymore. Notice how important is a room divider in the case above. Used as a TV stand, this also provides storage and architectural detail to the room.{found on urban}.

3. Stylish lounge with a bar.

Modern Craft Construction succeeded in creating a gorgeous living space area where once was a garage. They did their job so well that I wouldn’t have noticed this space was actually a garage. The lack of windows in that area, and the glass garage door were the only ones that made me think of this option.  This is a good place to watch a movie with your family, or to throw a party. You have plenty of space!

4. Sleeping loft, Santa Barbara.

We all need a special place where we can find our peace and unleash our creativity.  This splendid lofthas almost everything you need: a sleeping area, a small kitchen and bathroom, huge barn doors with a rustic charm and a beautiful climbing plant that will bring freshness to this space. Such a lovely setting would make you dream about an endless summer.{found on bethdana}.

5. Romantic retreat.

Who would have thought a garage can be converted in such a romantic room? The mosquito net over the bed is the main attraction. I can only imagine a fresh airflow playing with those white curtains!{found on schappacherwhite}.

6. Relaxing living room to spend some time with your family.

How simple would be to have a remote control that will help us to fulfill our dreams with a simple push of a button! One thing I know for sure: somebody’s dream has come true thanks to Kerrie Kelly Designers. They converted a garage into this beautiful family lounge. An ethanol fireplace niched into a sheet rock wall was added to create a warm and relaxing atmosphere. The vividly painted items on the shelves and these beautiful flowered chairs bring a splash of color and induce a whimsical feeling.

7. Turn your garage into a man cave.

Have you ever wanted to play pool or darts or anything else, but you weren’t in the mood to get out of the house? How about designing your own space for such activities… in the garage? A pool table, darts, a foosball table, rummy, board games, video games, all of these could easily find their place in your garage. If you have enough space, you can add a bar and some tables. After this,  all you have to do is call your friends and spend a memorable time with them.

8. Home gym to stay in shape.

It’s not so easy to stay in shape these days! We are always in a hurry, many of us work a lot and are too busy thinking about something else than about what should we eat and when. Not to mention that we don’t have enough time to go to the gym daily. So how can you change your lifestyle without running all day long from home to work, then to the gym, then home again? This is definitely not a way to stay in shape, but a way of dealing with more stress every day. Turn your old garage in a home gym and stop wasting precious time and money to go to the gym.

9. Create a suitable working place for you…in your garage.

Whether you’re a freelancer, a writer, a painter or just a person that enjoys spending a lot of time on the internet, you need a proper space to do your job in peace. If that place can be furnished and decorated by you, even better! So go ahead, think about what you need, make a list, buy whatever you need and turn your garage in an office or an art studio.

10. Turn your garage in a home cinema.

Everybody loves watching movies, it’s a relaxing activity. One of my dreams is to have a cinema in my own house and organize movie sessions with all of my friends. If you’re a film fan with a useless garage… consider this as an opportunity to use it. The basic things you will need are: a big screen, good sound equipment, some comfortable armchairs or a big sofa and popcorn.

source: https://www.homedit.com/garage-conversion/

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10 uses for your second garage

A second garage isn’t something everybody has. Those who are lucky enough to have the extra space are sometimes stumped with what to do with it. That second garage can add value to your property not only for storage, but as a special space for entertaining or special interests.

Here are 10 ideas to help spark your creativity when you want to do more than store the lawnmower in your second garage.

Entertaining room

Demonstration/Entertaining Kitchen

Is cooking your thing? Maybe eating or entertaining makes you smile. Turn your second garage into a demonstration/entertaining kitchen and expand your party planning abilities. Do you enjoy getting together with your friends for wine and cooking demonstrations? With your own demonstration kitchen, you can share the cost of hiring the chef you want to instruct on the dish that excites you. Have a different chef each month and start your own cooking club. When the kitchen isn’t in use for demonstrations use it as an extra kitchen for catering staff when throwing parties. With two kitchens, the hot food can be served hot and the cold food served cold when appropriate.

Wine cellar

A proper wine cellar helps regulate humidity and light so wine tastes the way it should after storage. Whether you are a new collector or have been collecting for years a wine cellar (or in this case garage) provides a place to properly store expensive wines as well as the case of everyday drinking wine you pick up at Costco. Your wine cellar can be as simple as closing off a section of the garage, adding a humidifier and keeping the light low or as complicated as a fancy wood paneled tasting room with leather couches and special glassware. It’s up to you

Poker/Game Room

Are your Wednesday night poker games getting the stink eye from your spouse because of the empty beer cans and prevalent cigar smoke? Does your spouse frown on puzzle night with your friends because of the ever-present wine stained folding card table with a half-finished puzzle in the middle of the room? Whether your gaming habit falls into the above categories or you’re having a tough time finding a place for your multi-evening couples’ night strategy game sessions, a game room can help you dedicate space to your beloved games. Keep multiple games going with several table and chair combinations.

Home Theatre

Home theatres have come a long way. But if you already use your finished basement for other purposes, or you live in a state where basements are not common, consider turning your garage into a the ultimate home theatre. Imagine a comfortable setting in reclining theatre chairs, a popcorn machine in the back and a large screen in front of you and your friends. A garage based home theatre allows you to have more chairs so you can host larger groups of friends. And the movies are always your choice.

Pub/Brauhaus

If you brew your own beer or have always wanted your own version on the Hofbrauhaus then maybe you found the perfect fit for your second garage. Build your own brewpub and entertain your friends without leaving the house. Whether you want a traditional looking English pub, German Bauhaus, sports bar or a theme that matches the collective interest of you and your friends, your second garage can fit that bill.

Guest House/Rental Space

If you often have guests or relatives stay with you, or you want to create a place for your son or daughter to stay when home from school, consider turning your garage into a guest house. A separate guest house allows privacy and space for both you and your guests. And, depending on local ordinances, you could see extra income renting out your guest house on sites like Airbnb and VRBO or to local students if you live in a college town.

Special Interest Room

Gamer’s Space

Playing video games can be a serious business. A second garage can be the perfect place to conduct that business. The game console of your choice connected to a large screen high definition television, a matched sound system and a comfortable couch and you have everything you need to concentrate at the task at hand. No more worrying about disturbing your family members with explosions, repetitive music or yells of joy or frustration. Relax, sit back and lose yourself in your current game.

Recording/Practice Studio

The price of music recording equipment has come down to truly affordable levels and can often be found used for a great price. That empty garage is perfect for building your space for practicing, performing or recording your original songs. Soundproof the studio and you have a space for your band practice without your neighbor’s complaining.

Craft Room/Art Studio

Choose your medium or switch between mediums in your home art studio. Turn your second garage into a studio for art or crafting and create a dedicated space for your creative outlet. You no longer have to worry about drying paint, or glue with a separate studio. Create what you want to make and leave it until inspiration strikes again.

Reading Room

Ever dream of having a dedicated library? Image book lined shelves and good reading lamps hovering over comfortable chairs. Add a coffee maker and a small fridge and perhaps a desk for writing and you’ve created your own reading room. Never put up with noise from the television or talking when you lose yourself in your favorite book.

Create Your Space

In the end, the only constraints for turning your second garage into something really unique is your imagination, budget and enthusiasm. Transforming your second garage into a truly special place doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult. The main goal is to figure out what you want the space to do and then thoroughly research to get ideas and discover options for achieving your goal.

source: https://www.garaga.com/blog/10-uses-second-garage

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Garage Door Replacements Ranked the Top Home Improvement Project for ROI in National Survey

 
(Courtyard Collection® Model 161T)

 
Garage door replacements have been ranked the most valuable home improvement project among other popular remodeling projects nationwide, according to the 2018 Cost vs. Value Report by Remodeling magazine Publisher Hanley Wood and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). According to the study, the return on investment of upscale garage door replacements was more than double the return of other popular remodeling projects, including a master suite addition and backyard patio.

On average, homeowners nationwide can obtain up to a 98 percent return on investment for their garage door replacements. In select markets, such as the Pacific region, the return on investment can increase up to 121 percent.

 
(Modern Aluminum Model 521)

“According to the survey, the top four projects that generate the biggest return on investment all focus on the exterior of the home — showing once again that curb appeal is one of the most influential factors when it comes to attracting potential buyers,” said Heather Meiner, Brand Manager for the Overhead Door™ brand.

Now in its 31st year, the 2018 Cost vs. Value Report compares the average cost of 21 popular remodeling projects in 149 markets with the value those projects retain at resale in 100 U.S. markets. Year after year, this report has shown garage door upgrades can be one of the most cost effective remodeling projects for homeowners interested in high ROI and lower costs.​

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source: https://www.overheaddoor.com/blog/Pages/garage-door-replacement-project.aspx

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