Tips for Turning Your Garage into a Guest House

Now that COVID-19 vaccines are being distributed across the nation, more and more people are eager to travel and visit their loved ones. Whether you have relatives or friends planning to stay at your house, you may wish you had more room for overnight guests. If you are short on bedroom space in your house or basement, another potential option worth considering is your garage . Regardless of your budget for home improvements such as this, with the help of a dedicated garage builder, you can find the right fit for you and your family.

Form Fits Function

Depending on the size and layout of your garage, you may want to utilize all of its space or just a section of it. For example, if it is a three-car garage, but you only have two cars, that additional area may be the perfect size for housing guests who come to visit. If your garage has a second floor or attic-like space, that can be turned into a bedroom, and you can continue to use the bottom level to park your vehicles and store items. Even if you do not plan on hosting many guests, you can enhance your garage space to make it your own private getaway for reading a book, taking naps, sewing, making crafts, or watching TV.

Here are a few ideas that can transform your garage into a hideaway for you or your guests:

• Insulate the walls or construct a new one to section off a room.
• Add drywall and/or a ceiling for a more finished look.
• Paint the walls or ceiling.
• Install carpeting or tile flooring.
• Build a murphy bed into the wall.
• Add a drop-down staircase for second-story garages.
• Install lighting fixtures or recessed lights.
• Hang a flat-screen TV on the wall.
• Place a mini refrigerator or microwave in the room.
• Make it cozy and inviting with decorative artwork, plants, rugs, and pillows.

Depending on how much you want to spend on this renovation, you can always put up partitions instead of constructing actual walls. This may mean cleaning out and organizing the items in your garage, such as tools, sports equipment, gardening supplies, or holiday decorations. A garage specialist can assist you with adding storage options, too.

Contact a Chicago Area Garage Builder

Garages do not have to be just for vehicles anymore. You may be wondering if you can use part of your garage as a getaway for yourself or out-of-town relatives or friends who come to visit. If so, it is time to consult a skilled DuPage County custom garage expert with the knowledge and experience to renovate your garage space. The talented team at Blue Sky Builders, Inc. has been helping people create custom garages to fit their needs for over 42 years. Call our office today at 630-852-8485 to learn more about our services and schedule a free estimate.