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garage designs with living quarters

by Meaghan Koepp Published 4 years ago Updated 3 years ago

Why build a garage with living quarters?

A garage with living quarters is inherently sustainable due to its efficient utilization of resources as a two-for-one building. Perhaps most importantly, it lets people stay tied to the lifestyles they love by keeping their hobbies close to home. BUILDING FOR THE Future

What does a garage apartment look like from the inside?

The main level features a living room, dining area, and a U-shaped kitchen - much like these garage apartment plans from Builder Online. The bedroom is accessed through a sitting area, where you’ll also find a full bathroom and a large closet.

Where can I find house plans with garage apartments?

Below are some garage apartment floor plans and house plans with garage apartments from houseplans.com. All of our house plans can be modified to fit your lot or altered to fit your unique needs. To search our entire database of nearly 40,000 floor plans click here.

Do you need more space for life or a custom garage?

You need more Space for Life but adding onto the house will cost a fortune and a customized garage also carries a large price tag. With a Prefab Garage that includes space for an apartment, you get the storage space you need plus a place to call home.

Steel Garages With Living Quarters

Metal garages with living quarters are the most popular option for anyone looking to consolidate their home and working spaces.

Why Choose Steel?

Metal garages with living quarters are some of the most efficient building options in the market today, but the benefits don’t stop there! These building types are safe, low-maintenance, affordable, easy to install, environmentally friendly, customizable, expandable, and energy-efficient. What more could you want?

Do It Yourself with a Metal Garage Kit

If you’re looking for a more hands-on approach to the traditional metal garage, you’ll want to take a look at one of our premium metal garage kits. These kits come with everything you need to get your new metal garage building installed.

Make Your Garage into Home with Metal Home Customizations

Metal garages that have living quarters are much more than a regular garage, and there are lots of ways you can customize your building to make it the perfect home or working space! While we do not offer all of the finishing services ourselves, our buildings are fully customizable.

How You Can Use Your Metal Garage with Living Quarters

A metal garage with living quarters might sound like it might only work as a garage or a home, but these steel garages can be used for a wide variety of purposes. They are ideal for businesses, homeowners, and everywhere in between.

Planning Your Budget for a Metal Garage with Living Quarters

We know that a metal garage building is an investment most people will need to budget for. That’s why one of the first questions people ask us is, “how much will this cost?” And the answer is a simple one: it depends.

We Provide Service an Entire Nation Can Depend On

No matter where you are in the United States, Metal Garage Central is the best place to get a new steel garage with living quarters. We serve virtually all the continental United States and work with high-quality manufacturers in every area! Because of these partnerships, we can get your new metal garage to you quickly and efficiently.

How big is a 75-203 garage?

Plan 75-203. If you’re looking to store a boat or RV as well as personal vehicles, this 1,852 sq ft garage (plan 75-203, above) is a great option. The garage door is 12 ft high and opens into a space that can hold up to two cars with a 9 ft high ceiling.

How many sq ft is a 2 story garage?

Plan 22-541. When looking for additional garage space, you want to get the most out of every square foot in a plan. This garage (plan 22-541, above) is only 742 sq ft but it can really hold a lot.

How to contact Houseplans about garage plans?

If you’re curious to learn more about these designs, contact a Houseplans representative for more information at 1-800-913-2350.

How many bedrooms are there in a 2 car garage?

In the main part of the home, you'll find a dining area, living room, and kitchen. There are two bedrooms, one with a private full bathroom. Access to the rear patio is provided through the living/dining area.

What is the plan for a 2 car garage?

Whether you need this garage space for cars or to set up a work area, there is plenty of space in this two-car garage layout (plan 23-444, above) that includes a useful half bathroom. The second-floor living area comes with space for two bedrooms that share access to a center bathroom. The living room, dining area, and kitchen offer a nice view out over the garage thanks to tall windows. This plan also comes with a side porch for easy outdoor living.

What is on the bottom floor of a 2 car garage?

The bottom floor provides room for a two car garage, while stairs give access to the second-floor living space. There is a living area, kitchen, dining area, and even room for a washer/dryer and a dishwasher. The bathroom is located on the other side of the apartment, close to the bedroom.

What is garage plan 118-124?

Garage plan 118-124 (pictured above) would work well for anyone looking for a place to work apart from the main house. The garage has ample room for two cars and a workspace that can be accommodated to your needs. If you choose to partition off the garage from the workshop, this space can turn into a place to work for hours, as there is also a full bathroom. The second-floor loft has a vaulted ceiling and would work well for additional storage or even a workout area.

Why is a garage considered a living quarter?

A garage with living quarters is inherently sustainable due to its efficient utilization of resources as a two-for-one building. Perhaps most importantly, it lets people stay tied to the lifestyles they love by keeping their hobbies close to home.

What is a garage apartment?

A garage with apartment is an efficient, multi-use building designed for people whose hobbies or professions are embedded in their lifestyles. Intended for use as a hybrid residence and workshop/storage space, garage apartments generally consist of second-story living quarters above a ground-floor workshop and/or garage storage area. If constructed with a dedication to optimizing longevity and emphasizing quality craftsmanship, these multi-purpose structures make for great long-term investments. A garage with living quarters is inherently sustainable due to its efficient utilization of resources as a two-for-one building. Perhaps most importantly, it lets people stay tied to the lifestyles they love by keeping their hobbies close to home.

A Small Apartment in a Shed

If you love Tiny Living, this Small Apartment Shed will make your mouth water! The inside featured a bathroom, kitchen with an apartment-sized fridge, a sitting area, and a beautiful loft area for sleeping. It was created for a small living space that had a touch of modern class.

A Bed and Breakfast in a Shed

When Susan of Yorktown, VA bought this two-story shed, her plan was a Bed and Breakfast in the second floor. This Two Story Barn Shed sports a lot of space on the second floor. It features a wide-open area that could serve as a small suite for an Air BnB Guest House and would not cost a lot to get into operation.

A Beach House Home in a Shed

Your next Beach House could be a Prefab Shed or Garage that serves as a living space. Tom R needed more sleeping space next to his Beach House in Moon, VA. He bought a Two Story Workshop Shed from our manufacturing facility in Lancaster, PA, and then he set about to finish the interior himself.

A Modular Building Apartment

This is an amazing piece of work inside a modular double-wide garage from Sheds Unlimited. The customer bought the double-wide building and finished the interior for a lovely home-sweet-home. Notices the extra windows above the bed bringing in plenty of light into this beautiful space.

A Car Garage with a Man Cave

In The City of Brotherly Love, you’ll find this two-story garage where Don has created his own Garage Man Cave. A place to store and play with his toy train collection and a second floor that is big enough for an apartment, serving as his Man Cave. See another two-story garage which Rebecca turned into a business space.

Two Car Garage with Apartment Space

Honestly, we’re not sure what Steve O from Ipswich MA was planning to do with his two-car garage building, but taking a look at the photos, it would make a lovely 2 car garage with apartment space. The large dormers and the very nice sized windows would make a lovely place for a small backyard apartment or Bed and Breakfast.

Legacy Garage with Apartment Space and Deck

This Legacy Two Story Garage with Apartment space might look a bit plain, but the deck coming from the second floor gives Randy easy access to the loft/attic area.

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