Garage conversion ideas: 3 fabulous ways to transform your garage

Millions of us own a garage, yet thousands of us use it as nothing more than a dumping ground for belongings that we either no longer need or no longer use. It's handy having an area like this, of course, but it's not a great use of the abundance of space that a garage offers. If you are looking for ideas on how to change things around and make your garage functional and appealing by garage conversion, then read on.

It is worth noting that you may require various permissions from your local authority to convert or carry out alterations to a garage, so always check first before proceeding.

Here are three fabulous ways to transform your garage.

Craft Den/workshop

If you enjoy crafting or doing a bit of DIY but don't have enough space indoors, a garage could be the ideal spot. A desk or workbench along one wall will give you ample space to work on various projects. 

Kallax units from Ikea are particularly popular with crafters and will give you loads of handy storage space for all your crafting materials without taking up much room at all. 

Pegboards and hanging hooks are a great way to utilize wall space and keep items you often use or merely enjoy looking at. So, whether you have a collection of USMC Ka-Bar knives, a plethora of power tools, or a washi tape addiction, storage solutions can help keep your things organized and nicely presented. 

Habitable room

If you have a big family and struggle for adequate social space within your home, converting your garage to an additional habitable room could be the answer. Many people do this when their children have reached an age where they want to have friends over - but don't want to hang out with their parents. 

Perhaps you don't have kids but fancy a man cave or a chill-out room that you can retreat to when you feel like it. Whatever the reason, adding another room to your home could drastically change your home dynamic and might even add a bit of value!

Home gym

If you enjoy being active or working out, then a home gym is something to consider. As well as saving a tonne of money on hefty gym memberships, having the equipment on your doorstep may also make you far more inclined to use it. 

If you are a runner, you will know that when you stop running for any length of time, your running fitness can diminish relatively quickly. Depending on where you live, this may be a real issue in colder months due to inclement weather making it restrictive. Having a treadmill to hand will solve that problem and ensure that your running schedule won't be affected even when it's snowing or very windy.

Conclusion

If your garage currently isn't used to its full potential, consider your options carefully and make use of the space as best you can. What was once a glorified storage container could become a functional, inviting space that the whole family could enjoy.