Garage Conversion Ideas



Extend to have a unique dining space, or even open the floor to create a place for kids to play

There are so many ways that you can transform your garage. And it's very likely that there are some you've even thought about. We've got a ton of ideas below for you so that you can make the best possible decision about what to do with your garage when you get planning started. Let's take a look:



An Additional Living Space



Some people choose to convert their garage simply to have their own living space extended, and they do this by swapping the garage door with a sliding door that is friendlier to use such as a sliding door. A sliding door can turn a dark garage to something more open with the light coming through.



You can choose to drape the walls with fabrics to give the place a more textured look, warming up the previously cold space. You can also add rugs to the floor to make it a homelier space to be in. The more comfortable you make your conversion, the better it will look to buyers when you sell.

Full Renovation: Open Floor Plan



This is something that will only work if your garage is an extension of your home rather than a separate building. Demolishing the wall between the garage and the rest of the house to open up the floor space can really change the way the ground floor of your home looks.



You can use this to build a new kitchen, extend to have a unique dining space, or even open the floor to create a place for kids to play. Natural light streaming in can help to add brightness and depth to the area like nothing before.

Family Lounge



Some homes around the globe have a much bigger floor space than UK homes, and it's these that give you the inspiration behind this idea. If the living space feels smaller with every addition to your family, why not create a second living area?



A second family lounge can be a comfortable, close space for watching movies or chilling out for the evening. You could choose painted concrete flooring and tons of light and squashy couches to create a warm, comforting space to be.

A Sunken Lounge



The low ceilings of the garage can make the room feel tiny, so instead of allowing your garage to sit empty and feel 'too small' for a room, you should consider lowering your flooring. A sunken lounge can be created this way, adding height to the garage without moving the ceiling or walls. You can graduate the floor down with a flight of steps to get into it, and line it with sofas to create a TV room of your dreams.



Studio Room



There are some out there that are really embracing Airbnb, letting out entire floor areas of their home to people as somewhere to stay. You could do this by adding a stud wall in your garage to create a small ensuite shower room and installing a kitchenette to the main room alongside all the modern conveniences of a bedroom.



This can allow you to have a room separate from the main house that you then let out for an additional income.

Art Studio



Have you ever wanted to have the right space with the right light and all of your easels and paints in one room? Well, by turning the back of the garage into a sliding glass door, natural light is going to pour into the room and give you tons of natural light to help you to paint what you want.



Painting everything white to add more light and including roof, skylights can provide you with the perfect area to unleash your creativity.

A Master Suite



Some houses come with the right amount of bedrooms when you buy it, but not as time goes on. When you add a master suite to the house, you have a retreat for your teenagers to go to when they have friends over. The independence that you could provide them with in terms of the design of the room is going to be fantastic, and they could also help you with the project.



Adding stud walls to create a separate wet room is the best way to include an entire suite here, and you'll have more than enough room for them. When you have guests over, you can swap the teenager back into the main house and use the master suite for guests.

Kids Playroom



Converting the garage with the right flooring, chalkboard paint and chunky rugs can mean you have created a play space that makes a difference. Not only will you have a haven for all the toys, but you can also give the kids the space to unleash a little artistry on your walls.



The Home Office



Working from home has become more popular than ever, and you can get tired of working at the kitchen table very quickly. There's no need for a makeshift office when you have a regular office to use instead.



Use simple furnishings, install extra wiring for the computer and printer and you can even install a fridge to save time when you want a drink while you work. Converting your garage in this way gives you a quiet space to get work done without distraction.

Your garage conversion is a process, and for that process to turn out the way that you want it to, you have to adhere to building regulations and think about whether you need planning permission. The question is whether this garage conversion is going to be a worthwhile investment for your home, and this will depend on whether you have considered the best use of the space.



What does your home really need? Is it going to be worth the money for you to leave the space empty?

Transforming your garage from somewhere that you house the car to somewhere that you live in takes time, effort, planning, money and sometimes, help. Even if you are a self-builder, sometimes you need to bring in the professionals for the bigger jobs so that you can get it done right.



Take your time to design and plan your new garage conversion, and it can be a project that is worthwhile for your home and those within it.