5 Garages That Dare You to Dream
If your garage is a hot mess and you can barely get in the door, these amazing garages will motivate you to get it sorted
Vanessa Brunner
2 June 2014
Houzz Contributor
Are you one of those people who craves a neat and clean garage, but just can’t seem to get it organised? Getting started is often the most difficult part – especially if your garage is completely and utterly chaotic. These garages will be positively inspiring.
1. The perfect place to tinker
While a garage this big isn’t something you come across every day, the techniques used to design this garage are no different than those for a much smaller space.
This man cave is divided up into two main portions: one space to house the cars used on a regular basis, and one for his workshop. The owner of this home works on vintage cars and car models quite frequently, so it was vital that this massive garage designated certain areas for certain tasks.
While a garage this big isn’t something you come across every day, the techniques used to design this garage are no different than those for a much smaller space.
This man cave is divided up into two main portions: one space to house the cars used on a regular basis, and one for his workshop. The owner of this home works on vintage cars and car models quite frequently, so it was vital that this massive garage designated certain areas for certain tasks.
A hydraulic car lift system was installed on the other side of this space, both for working on and storing the owner's vintage cars. The flooring had to be extremely durable in both portions of the garage, so stained and polished concrete was chosen.
2. A transformation into a 1950s diner
These homeowners had their simple garage space transformed into a full-blown 1950s-style diner. A black-and-white checked floor replaces standard concrete, and shiny red vinyl booths were installed against one wall. The setup is complete with a burger bar at the far end, ‘50s-inspired decor on the walls, and plenty of diner-style tables and chairs. It’s the absolute perfect place to hold a party. Australians might not go for the full American diner concept, but this space is certainly a showcase of what can be done if you dare to dream!
These homeowners had their simple garage space transformed into a full-blown 1950s-style diner. A black-and-white checked floor replaces standard concrete, and shiny red vinyl booths were installed against one wall. The setup is complete with a burger bar at the far end, ‘50s-inspired decor on the walls, and plenty of diner-style tables and chairs. It’s the absolute perfect place to hold a party. Australians might not go for the full American diner concept, but this space is certainly a showcase of what can be done if you dare to dream!
3. A garage becomes the perfect office
This modern garage space serves as an office and conference space. At some point it had been turned into a guest room, so it had the beginnings of a promising room – but a lot of work still needed to be done.
This modern garage space serves as an office and conference space. At some point it had been turned into a guest room, so it had the beginnings of a promising room – but a lot of work still needed to be done.
The designers gutted the space, and eventually it evolved from a storage room into an office space, then into a much-needed conference room. The ceiling was stripped and left exposed, and an aluminium garage door installed – both to open the room up and let light in. A concrete conference table, shelving, and overhead lighting were also installed.
The new room adds a significant amount of space to the company’s offices, and creates a unique but separate area for conferences. The garage door modernises the space and helps make the room feel much larger.
4. A sleek and modern man cave
Try to ignore the amazing car for a second, and take a look at this impeccably designed garage. The simple and sharp design stays clean with custom black cabinetry and industrial overhead lighting.
A stained concrete floor adds a subtle touch of warmth, but the room still gives off a high-tech and mechanical vibe.
Try to ignore the amazing car for a second, and take a look at this impeccably designed garage. The simple and sharp design stays clean with custom black cabinetry and industrial overhead lighting.
A stained concrete floor adds a subtle touch of warmth, but the room still gives off a high-tech and mechanical vibe.
Recessed black shelving allows for a tonne of storage without taking up valuable space. These cupboards and shelves can hold just about anything a car lover needs – including a flat screen TV (necessary for those long afternoons working on your engine, of course).
The shelving even allows for a ping-pong and air hockey table to be stored inside. Wouldn’t it be nice to pull out the Bentley for a day, and fold out these tables for a group tournament? There’s even a stainless-steel refrigerator in the back for post-game refreshments.
5. An artist’s industrial studio
Although this space was commissioned for an artist’s studio, the industrial-sized garage doors were built so that large vehicles could pick up and drop off materials used in the artist’s sculptures and other work. The space was given almost twice the height it would normally have to accommodate particularly large pieces.
Although this space was commissioned for an artist’s studio, the industrial-sized garage doors were built so that large vehicles could pick up and drop off materials used in the artist’s sculptures and other work. The space was given almost twice the height it would normally have to accommodate particularly large pieces.
High ceilings, large windows, and white walls mean this room doesn’t need to be lit by anything but natural light during the day.
TELL US ABOUT IT
Have you come across the perfect garage, or does yours do more than stash your stuff? Tell us about it in the comments below – we’d love to hear about it.
TELL US ABOUT IT
Have you come across the perfect garage, or does yours do more than stash your stuff? Tell us about it in the comments below – we’d love to hear about it.
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The 50's Diner looks very authentic...great way to utilise a garage space!
We’ve renovated our garage during covid to get rid of stuff, install large picture windows onto the garden, insulate, add lighting and shelving units along two walls. We’ve added a table which serves as a workbench and desk and added a large area rug for placing a yoga mat and exercise equipment. We’ve added heating and cooling. It’s now a large, comfortable multifunction space.