10 Garage Conversion Ideas

Posted by Resi - Design & Construction on 13th April 2022 -

If your garage is going spare, acting like a glorified storage unit, then it could be time to get this space working harder. Garage conversions are one of the easiest ways to create new functional space in your home - not too mention, one of the most cost effective. 

Because this ground floor space is basically an empty box, it is the perfect blank canvas for getting creative. With nothing holding you back but your imagination, here’s just some of the ways you might transform your garage...

Kitchen Extension

If your garage is next to the kitchen, you could knock through your walls and expand your dining area. This would be a good option for anyone suffering from a small cooking area, as more and more buyers are looking for open-planned living, and large industrial style designs.

If creating a new dining area, you’ll need to focus on good thermal performance, flooring, and whether any walls you’re looking to remove are structural. If you plan on bringing your actual kitchen out into your garage, you’ll also need to think about plumbing and gas lines.

Remember: if modifying walls, windows, or doors, you’ll need a building regulations package - and you’ll definitely need them for anything concerning plumbing, electricity mains, and gas.

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