Transform Your Milton Keynes Garage into Valuable Living Space

Are you looking to make the most of the unused space in your garage? Perhaps you dream of creating a new kitchen, office, home gym, or cinema room. One of the most cost-effective ways to extend your property, especially if planning permission isn't required, is by converting your garage into extra living space. This can also increase the value of your home by up to 20%.

The Value of Garage Conversions

Research by Admiral has found that 45% of people in the UK never park their car in their garage. Interestingly, nearly half of those surveyed wouldn’t purchase a house without a garage. So, what is this space actually used for if not for parking?

A significant 64% of people use their garage to store gardening tools, which could easily be stored in a garden shed. Why not free up this valuable space to create the room you’ve always wanted? With years of industry experience, the team at AHI Construction in Milton Keynes have gathered all the ways a garage conversion could add value to your property.

More Cost-effective Than An Extension

The average cost of an extension exceeds £17,000, which is significantly higher than the cost of a garage conversion. Garage conversions are a cost-effective choice because the foundations and walls are already built, providing the basic structure for development.

With most of the work being internal, garage conversions take less time to complete than extensions. Additionally, many garage conversions do not require planning permission.

Added Value

Research undertaken by Admiral Loans determined that each square foot of your garage space equates to an average of £350. This means that with the standard size of a single garage in the UK being around 128 square feet, converting a garage for additional space could add an extra £45,000 to the value of a property.

Garage Conversion Ideas

There are numerous ways to create the perfect space to complement your home. Consider how you plan to use the space and the layout of your home to ensure it suits your needs. Here are some of our favourite garage conversion ideas:

A New Kitchen

If your garage is adjacent to your kitchen, consider knocking through to create a larger space for hosting, complete with elegant cabinetry and a central island. You could even create a snug or sitting area for a modern, open-plan feel, allowing more family time. Another option is to create a kitchen-dining area.

A Utility Room

Let’s face it, washing machines and tumble dryers are not the prettiest things to look at. To section off the less attractive but more practical aspects of your home, consider converting this space into a utility room, complete with worktops for washing products and baskets. This would also provide extra storage space and could even double as a cloakroom.

A Home Office

Creating a home office in your garage can provide a quiet space to focus on work, away from the daily household activities. If you’re looking to create a space where you can close yourself off from the busy day-to-day household runnings, get your head down and focus on work, then creating a home office would be the perfect option for your garage conversion.

An Extra Bedroom

Depending on your home's layout, converting a garage into an extra bedroom is perfect for guests, a new family member, or even a rental opportunity. For dual functionality, consider a pull-out sofa bed to also use the space for a desk or gym equipment.

A Cinema Room

As many garages don’t have windows, this is the perfect opportunity to create a room that doesn’t need any. Your garage conversion doesn’t have to be practical, a cinema adds a little bit of extra luxury to your home and allows you to escape for a few hours. This space allows for movie nights with friends and family, adding a unique feature to your home.

A Playroom

Looking to keep all the colorful toys, noisy instruments and arts and crafts in one place and out of the way? Why not create a room solely for the little monsters to run around in and enjoy being kids? A garage that is situated next to the kitchen or living space would be the perfect option for families to create a playroom. This allows your living room to be free of clutter and function as more of an ‘adult space’.

The Benefits Of Converting Your Garage

No loss of garden or exterior space
Planning permission often not needed, especially if the garage is attached to your house, saving you a cost of around £200 and the hassle of having it approved
Minimal disruption, with most work done internally
Existing structure means lower building costs

How Can AHI Construction Help You?

To ensure your garage conversion adds value to your property, hiring a reputable contractor is crucial. A poorly executed conversion could devalue your home. At AHI Construction, our expert team has extensive experience converting garages into various functional spaces.

At AHI Construction, our expert team have converted numerous garages into a variety of different spaces. For more information or advice on how to transform your garage and add more value to your property or to request your free no-obligation quote, please get in touch by calling 01908 597933 or emailing us at info@ahi-construction.co.uk.

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How Converting A Garage Can Add Value to Your Property