Tag: home exterior

A Vancouver Garage Turns Into a Dreamy Eclectic Studio

By Becky Harris, Houzz It’s hard to believe that not long ago only the spiders used this detached one-car garage in Vancouver. Even though it was unfinished and full of cobwebs, the homeowner and her interior designer, Andrea McLean, saw the potential it had as a studio space. It was located just across the garden… Read more »

Finally Clean Out Your Garage in These 8 Steps

Organized garage by Murphy & Co. Design

By Jeanne Taylor, Houzz On my street, every home has a two-car garage. Yet hardly any of the garages are used to park two cars. Even fitting one car in the garage is a stretch for many of my neighbors. Because let’s be honest: It’s pretty common for the garage to turn into a home’s dumping ground…. Read more »

8 Popular Garage Trends

By Becky Harris, Houzz Vroom, vroom! Whether seeking out a car turntable or a few extra feet to store lawn tools, people were fast and furious when saving these photos to their ideabooks this year. Much like the cars they house, these high-performing garage designs are stylish, sleek, classic, custom and futuristic. Photo by Geoff… Read more »

Introducing MultiView Doors Unique and Modern Aluminum and Glass Garage Doors

Amarr Horizon HO1000 residential Aluminum MultiView garage door

Is your eye drawn to sleek, modern designs with clean lines?  If so, your tastes align with many homeowners, architects and builders today.  The demand for contemporary garage doors is increasing, and Entrematic is excited to meet that demand with the new Amarr Aluminum MultiView collections for commercial and residential applications!  As unveiled at the… Read more »

Product Roundup: 8 Hottest Amarr Products at IDA EXPO 2017

The International Door Association (IDA) EXPO 2017 was held last week in Atlanta, Georgia from April 20-22 and this year’s Entrematic booth was packed with new and exciting Amarr products!  Unable to attend, or looking for a recap of the weekend?  Look no further!  Here are the eight hottest new Amarr products from the Entrematic… Read more »

Insulated Garage Doors: The Sensible Solution for 5 Common Garage Problems

These days, many homeowners are finding increased value, and even increased happiness, in a new garage door.  That’s no surprise according to a study done by LiftMaster, 7 out of 10 homeowners use their garage door as the primary entrance to their home.  Though garage doors are so prominent on our homes today, many garages… Read more »

10 Design Tricks Professionals Put to Work in the Garage

By Shane Inman, Houzz Don’t let your garage become an afterthought — this valuable space doesn’t have to be dirty, disorganized and crowded. Get inspired by these professional spaces and tips to turn your auto space into an organized and fun addition to your home. 1. Garage edition. Short on space? Convert your garage into… Read more »

8 Garages That Get Creative With Parking

By John Hill, Houzz One of the biggest problems with the single-family home is the garage: its design (apparently an afterthought in many cases), its size, and its placement. The norm, an attached multi-car garage often closer to the street than the front door, needs improvement. This blog post takes a broad look at garages, garage… Read more »

2017 Cost vs. Value Report: Garage Door Replacement Still a Top Project

Are you planning to sell your home, or looking to increase your home’s value?  A new garage door could be just what you need!  In addition to increasing a home’s curb appeal, garage door replacement ranks as a top home improvement project with a high return on investment. The 2017 Cost vs. Value Report by… Read more »

Magnetic Clavos – Giving Garage Doors Rustic Charm

Garage doors aren’t merely functional these days they can be the style star of any home!  Curb appeal is incredibly important, and many homeowners are looking for ways to upgrade the look of their garage door.  Whether they opt for a woodgrain finish on their doors or choose an overlay or carriage house style, it’s… Read more »