Why Extend Over the Garage?
Despite
the fact that our garages are most commonly used for storage, many of us don’t
want to get rid of this space for exactly that reason: where, exactly, would
you put the barbecue if you didn't have the garage? That’s why extending above
is such a good idea. You don’t lose your storage, and you gain an extra room. Many
house extensions are carried out to gain an extra bedroom, a playroom or family
room, and this space is the ideal place to build a master suite with an en
suite bathroom, or a spacious playroom close to the children’s bedrooms. Often,
you won’t even need to underpin existing foundations or dig new foundations, as
those the garage stands on may be suitable. You may just need to add supporting
steels, which makes the build process easier. All of this and you don’t lose
valuable garden space either!
Why Build a Carport Extension?
Many
new build properties incorporate over carport extensions within their designs
to lend a contemporary air, and they are a great way of still allowing side
access to the back of your property and garden.
Furthermore,
carport extensions are sometimes looked on more favourably by planning
departments than traditional double storey extensions, particularly if they are
set slightly back from the front of the house so as not to compromise the look
of the house from the street. Check with your planning department if you think
this could aid your application.
Over Garage and Over Carport
Here
at Bespoke Lofts, we love incorporating the best of our experience into our house extension ideas for elevated second storey
extensions. The obvious use for an over garage extension is to build a
sumptuous master suite, but why stop there? Your new room could be a plush home
office, or even a cinema room!
Don’t
forget that if you’re lucky enough to have a detached garage, you could even
create a smart self contained annexe over the garage. Perfect for teenagers,
guests or even lodgers.
If
these house extension ideas have whetted your appetite, get in touch. We’d love
to get our hands on your garage and make it work harder for you!