Joshua Zinder, principal architect + design at NJJ Princeton, said, "If you hear the term 'carriage house, it's likely the real deal: a historic building which once transported horses and cars." The architecture that adapts to these homes is still in existence today. Just as homeowners want to preserve crown molding and other architectural details, many car houses have been renovated or modified for different purposes. Renovated carriage houses can be a great addition to any property, starting with home offices.