Garage Conversion Help

last year

We need more space for an in-law suite & home office. We are considering converting the garage but I am struggling with how to make it look intentionally designed with windows. Other idea was to extend out the other direction but the garage conversion seemed more cost effective since we don’t use our garage for anything but storage. How would you make the exterior look seamless?

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Norwood Architects
last year
Is the garage floor lower than the rest of the house? If so, it might be difficult for older people to navigate steps. Just something to keep in mind.
mcarroll16
last year
Do you have a rough sketch of the interior plans? Because that will drive your options for door and window placement. Do you want a separate entry for the inlaw suite? For the home office?
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BeverlyFLADeziner
last year
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Leave the windows as is. Add fixed panel doors in the garage door openings.

IMO you can do more than the studio apt with bath in a standard two car garage. No room for an office really.
kandrewspa
last year
I think a garage conversion on a house this size would really negatively impact your resale value unless you build another garage after the conversion. If this isn't a concern for you, then Beverly's idea is attractive. However, I don't see how you're going to get a home office, bedroom and bathroom in a two car garage. Of course I don't know exactly how large your garage is, or how large you were hoping to make these spaces. You really need to consult an architect.
millworkman
last year
" You really need to consult an architect "

As well as the building dept to make sure the conversion is legal in your area.