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Top 6 Uses for a Custom Garage
Custom detached garages are a great addition to your home in Central Pennsylvania. They’re generally used for vehicle storage, but they are not limited to that. Garages from JM Riehl Builders can be fully customized to suit any lifestyle. You can use a custom garage for a wide range of purposes, including a workshop, home gym, and more. Here are some of the top uses for a custom garage.
Workshop
A garage provides a dedicated area for you to work on passion projects. Whether you’re a woodworker, repairing your car, or a Pennsylvania homeowner who’s passionate about DIY projects, a garage gives you a good place to work and be productive. Add a workbench, storage, and task lighting to create a good working environment. A workbench will give you a focused, clean workspace to work on the bulk of your project. Use pegboards, shelving, and organization to make your workshop supplies easily accessible when you need them.
Home Gym
Turn your garage into a home gym so you can work on fitness goals without needing to drive to a local gym. A home gym leads to more exercise and improves consistency, as you can work out whenever you want without needing a gym membership or being distracted by other people. The garage is a good space to put in fitness equipment. Our garages have durable floors that will be able to hold the weight of your heavy equipment. Have weights, a cardio machine like a treadmill, and exercise mats in this space so you can create a workout tailored to you. You should also add insulated walls, ventilation, air conditioning, and rubber flooring to make it more comfortable while working out.
Guest Space
A detached garage is a great space for a guest room or in-law suite. You can make a full conversion to add space for a bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, and living area for friends and family to visit. If you need some garage space for a car, our team can build on top of the garage for an additional living space, increasing your home’s square footage. Our team can customize the garage to have a finished interior, more windows and entry doors, and heating and cooling to make it more livable. This addition can be more expensive, but it will benefit you in the long run when you look to sell, as it will increase your resale value.
Hobby Space
A garage can be a focused, quiet space for an art studio, music room, or other hobbies. Garages are ideal for messier, creative hobbies. There will be more than enough space for storage, and the concrete floors are easier to clean. This space can be used for any hobby, especially if there isn’t enough room in the house to make it into a creative space. You could even use it as an arts and crafts or playroom for your kids to keep the mess away from the house. For art studios and arts and crafts rooms, utilize the garage’s natural light for painting by opening the garage door and adding more skylights and windows to the design.
Home Office
Home offices have become more popular in recent years, and the garage is a great place to focus. They give you a quiet place away from the house to work to create a healthy work-life balance. You can easily operate a small business from a garage, and our team can build a finished interior to convert the space into an office. Include normal office furniture, like a desk and bookshelves to keep you organized, and decorate with cozy rugs, inspiring decor, and photos to motivate you to work. Having your own space will make you more productive while working.
Entertainment Space
Your new garage space can be used as an extension of the home for an extra entertainment space for parties and get-togethers. This makes the space more versatile; you can use it for multiple reasons. You can make a she shed, man cave, extra living space for family and friends, or a party space for Pennsylvania summers. We recommend using a garage as an entertainment space, especially for homes that don’t have basements. Personalize the space to make it more inviting by adding an entertainment system, bar, TV, fridge, and comfortable furniture. Add insulation and an HVAC system to make the space usable year-round.
Build a Garage with JM Riehl
Garages have more uses than just being a protection for a car. You can convert a garage into a stunning, functional space that is adapted to your specific needs. If you want both vehicle protection and a recreational space, we can build a two-car garage where one side is for the car, and the other is for personal use. Discuss your ideas with our team, and we’ll work with you to create a custom structure that is tailored to your lifestyle. Check out our inspiration gallery to see what we can do for you. If you’re ready to get started, request a quote on your project today.
