How often do you use your garage? It\u2019s a startling statistic but 82% of British homes have a two-car garage, yet only 15% of people actually park in there.<\/p>\n
This information comes from the National Association of Home Builders and shows plenty of garage space is simply being wasted.<\/p>\n
So why not start making the most of your garage by converting the space into a handy office area. Working from home is becoming more frequent as technology has advanced, so by converting the garage you have a dedicated place to work in peace without being disturbed.<\/p>\n
Plenty of companies now offer work-from-home days and whilst this is appealing, it\u2019s so easy to get distracted by the TV or something else you wouldn\u2019t find in a usual working environment.<\/p>\n
Converting the garage is a fantastic idea if you want to create a secluded space away from the main house. And even if you do still need the garage for a vehicle or storage space, you could even consider a half-conversion.<\/p>\n
However you decide to proceed with the conversion, good news is your daily life won\u2019t be disrupted. On top of this, once completed you\u2019ll have added some much needed value to your home, which is great in the modern day.
\nSo let\u2019s take a look at the four easy steps for converting your garage.<\/p>\n
Step one: Speak to the experts<\/strong><\/p>\n Before you start going ahead with the plans and spending money, make sure you speak with experts in the field to ensure your project can go ahead. Some garages will need extra structural support which you might not factor into the cost and the last thing you want is your budget to balloon before you\u2019ve even begun. An architect can be useful to help with the plans too.<\/p>\n Step two: Consider the design<\/strong><\/p>\n Once this conversion has been completed you won\u2019t want it to look like a garage. Instead you\u2019ll want the design to look seamless with the rest of your home and a designer is best placed to do this for you. You might want to consider dormers and a sloping roofline to create the best aesthetic appeal.<\/p>\n Step three: Think about the interior<\/strong><\/p>\n A great idea is for this conversion to be multipurpose, otherwise when you\u2019re not working it\u2019s space simply going to waste. As such you might want it to act as a second living room or even a space for the kids to play when you want them out of your hair. Built-in storage for instance can help to keep your work stored away when not needed.<\/p>\n