TYPES OF GARAGE CONVERSIONS
Convert your garage into a functional and aesthetically pleasing space, no matter the type of garage you have.
CONVERT ANY TYPE OF GARAGE
Various garage types have been developed as building styles and space needs have changed. Today, this means there are a number of different types of garage conversions available.
It doesn’t matter what type of garage you have, it can still be converted into a comfortable and functional space that meets your needs.
At The Conversion Kings, we can convert the following types of garages:
- Integrated Garages
- Detached Garages
- Double Garages
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TYPES OF GARAGE CONVERSIONS
There are three common types of garage conversions, each with defining features, and are dictated by the position of your garage within your property or land.
INTEGRATED GARAGE CONVERSION
An integrated garage conversion is when the garage is attached to the main house. This means it shares a wall with the house and usually sits next to the main building.
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Because they often feed off of living spaces or kitchens, they are ideal for:
- Additional living rooms
- Kitchen extensions
- Home offices
The benefits of an integrated garage conversion are:
- Seamless integration – because they are at the side of the house, they are easy to connect with the downstairs rooms. Usually, this is done by adding a door to the connecting wall.
- Cost-efficient – as they utilise the existing walls and roof, the construction costs are lower.
- Energy efficiency – due to shared walls, they are easier to insulate and heat, especially when compared to detached garage conversions.
Before going ahead with converting your integrated garage, there are a couple of considerations:
- Planning permission – usually, you don’t need planning permission to convert an integrated garage, but it is always a good idea to check with your local authority.
- Structural modifications – if you are planning to make changes to the structure of the connecting spaces, such as knocking down a wall, you will need to consider how this will impact the building’s structure, pipework and more.
DETACHED GARAGE CONVERSION
A detached garage conversion is a stand-alone structure that is not directly connected to your main house.
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Due to the separation of buildings, these types of garages are often converted into:
- Home gyms
- Guest accommodations
- Art studios
- Home offices
- Granny annexes
Benefits of converting this type of garage include:
- Privacy and independence – the space is completely separate from the main building, meaning the use doesn’t disrupt routines in the main house.
- Versatility – it can be used in several ways, all without impacting the main house and those living in it.
- Design flexibility – as it is completely separate from the main building, you have more flexibility when it comes to interior and exterior design.
There are a few key considerations for a detached garage conversion:
- Access to utilities – as it isn’t attached to the main building, providing access to utilities such as electricity and plumbing may require additional work.
- Planning permission – depending on the use and work needed, you might need to acquire planning permission from your local authority.
DOUBLE GARAGE CONVERSION
A double garage conversion is when a two-car garage is renovated into a larger living space.
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These are larger conversions thanks to the space provided by the garage. Because of this, they often are converted into:
- Larger living spaces for families
- Open plan kitchen/diners or living room/ diners
- Self-contained living spaces, such as studio apartments
The space from a double garage provides many benefits for a conversion:
- Significant space addition – because the space is larger, it can often be divided into multiple spaces.
- Versatile usage – the bigger space offers a better open plan design for multiple functions and a combination of uses.
- Enhance property value – by adding additional living space to your home, you can increase your property’s value.
Converting a double garage requires a bit of planning before starting. Things to think about include:
- Structural support and layout – if you are opening up the space, you will need to think about the support of the structure. Plus, with such a large space, you will need to consider the layout to optimise the space.
- Impact on parking – by converting a double garage, you might be removing parking spaces, so you will need to consider where you will park vehicles.
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After being refused planning permission for an extension to our house we contacted The conversion Kings as we had heard good things about them and understood that they did garage conversions. Jeff was so knowledgeable about the current building regulations and planning permissions; we were able to have our garage converted instead giving us a much bigger extension than we originally planned.
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We had our double garage previously “Insulated” and ply covered but it went damp and mouldy over the winter time even with an extraction system in place! I called for quotes and Lory came around and gave us a quote for doing the job correctly, we accepted this and away they went.All I can say is that the job has been completed and I cannot recommend Lory and the crew that did a fantastic job, battening and then lining the whole garage and plaster boarding the whole room followed by a plaster finish to make this ‘room’ sealed and complete. So, based on this I can thoroughly recommend “The Conversion Kings” for anyone that is potentially looking to transition their garage into a den, gym, extra room etc!
The Conversion Kings converted our existing garage into a garden room and separate ‘man cave’. They were fantastic. Reliable, very tidy, tolerant of my curious children and thoughtfully solved every problem as it arose. The quote was accurate and they have done a great job. They listened to everything that we needed and have transformed the way we use our outdoor space. I cannot recommend them enough.
We had a loft conversion done by the Conversion Kings and I couldn’t recommend them enough – the quality of the work was excellent, they kept us informed of progress throughout and clearly took pride in their work. They also kept the rest of the house super clean and tidy and were very considerate throughout.
Lory and the friendly, professional team converted a huge loft, making it into a great space. They were able to take the project on in amazingly fast time, arriving early on the first morning and working through to get it completed really efficiently. I had asked for some bespoke features and these were achieved brilliantly, with Lory checking with me that I was happy with the solutions proposed. I was working to a tight budget and the Conversion Kings made sure that I could have the full list of everything I wanted within this budget – really supportive. It was also really refreshing to see that they took great care to protect carpets and walls as they worked, and did an amazing job of cleaning up at the end. I will absolutely know who to call in future for any projects.
Lory was good enough to take time out of his working day to come look at a property we are purchasing, to help price up roughly the work that needed doing as well as giving us an idea of what could be done. He was quick to reply to all my emails and I really appreciate the time he took out of his day to give his opinion. We look forward to getting into the new house and hopefully working alongside with you guys very soon! The team come very heavily recommended from the work completed on a couple of properties on our current road. Thanks again!
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Incredible work from Lory and the lads. Very professional, efficient and an incredibly high standard of work.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Lory and his team, they have done a fantastic job converting part of my garage into an office. The communication was excellent, they arrived when the said they would and they left things in a tidy state.