You have heard it all before; garage conversions can be a great way to add additional living space to your home without having to build a new addition. It sounds great to you, but you just can’t decide what you want your new room to be – a gym, an apartment, a study, a man cave, or maybe even a playroom. The possibilities are endless. How can you choose?
Well first, consider your family’s wants and needs. Of course the needs always outweigh the wants, but if you have no pressing needs for more space then you can turn your garage into whatever you like.
This article from eHow.com provides several interesting garage loft conversion ideas to help you pick out the best option for your home.
Apartment
If you have the extra space and you have no need for an extra room, why not convert your garage into an apartment? As long as you do not mind someone else living in close proximity, this is a great way to add value to your home while also creating additional income.
You will want to ensure the garage loft apartment complies with the building codes of your state. Incorporate a kitchenette and bathroom into the apartment. Renters will want these types of amenities.
Office or Study
Maybe you need a quiet place of your own to complete work or pay bills. Well, why not convert your garage into a nice office/study? . Line the walls with bookshelves, files and a computer desk. This is especially beneficial if you run a business from home. This will make sure that your clients do not need to enter your main home in order to do business with you.
Playroom
As your family continues to grow, space becomes much more congested inside your home. One way to alleviate this and provide your children with a little more room to roam is to convert your garage into a playroom. Paint the walls a cheery color and decorate in a child’s theme. This will ensure that your children’s toys do not clutter your home. Include a small table and chair set, or picnic table in your playroom, as this will provide you place to feed your children lunch and snacks while playing.
Bedroom
If you have a new baby on the way and you have run out of bedrooms, consider turning your unused garage into a nursery or additional bedroom. This will not only give you more living space, but it is also a great way to add value to your home.
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