Room Over Garage

Exploring the Versatility of Rooms Over Garages

Rooms over garages are a fascinating and versatile space that offers a myriad of possibilities for homeowners. Whether it's a hybrid structure combining modern functionality with traditional aesthetics or a haven for oak and timber purists, these rooms present a world of options waiting to be explored.

Versatility is key with garages with a room above.

The beauty of a room over a garage lies in its versatility. From a cosy guest suite to a spacious home office, or even a secluded studio for creative endeavours, these spaces can cater to a wide range of needs. The potential for customisation is virtually limitless, allowing homeowners to craft a room that perfectly suits their lifestyle and preferences.

For oak purists, a room over a garage can be a dream come true. The warmth and character of oak wood can lend a timeless elegance to the space, creating a cosy retreat that exudes charm and sophistication. From exposed beams to hardwood floors, every detail can be tailored to showcase the natural beauty of oak and create a truly inviting atmosphere.

Whether you are drawn to the modern allure of a hybrid structure or the classic appeal of an oak purist's dream, a room over a garage offers a unique canvas for creativity and personal expression. It's a space where functionality meets beauty, where practicality meets luxury – a world of options just waiting to be discovered. Dive in and unlock the majesty and versatility that these buildings have to offer.

When defining a garage and it’s purposes, we often stop short of including habitable spaces within the confines of the structure. Room over garages remove this inhibitive line, allowing you to gain more living and working space from the same ‘footprint’, galvanising the potential of these outbuildings. As level above alternatives to a standard vaulted garage frame, these adaptable structures can offer annexe living space, studios, extra storage or that all important home office space outside of the main property. 

Here at OSO, we are passionate about sustainability and offering the best quality structures for budgets of all sizes. One of the great benefits of incorporating oak framework and other natural materials into habitable spaces (think Passivhaus) lies in the inherent qualities of the materials themselves and how they all interact.

These smart materials created from nature allow a building to “breathe”, move and evolve, helping prevent moisture from being trapping inside your outbuildings and improving ventilation and insulation along the way. This fabric first approach results in a more healthy internal environment and often also is much nicer not only to work with for the construction workers but also to recycle, re-use or compost in some cases.

As every project is customised to the clients wishes, the possibilities to get creative with designs, adding bespoke features and detailing’s, really allows oak frame garages to speak on behalf of their owners. For all your room over garage needs, OsoTimber will be there every step of the way to help take your room over garage vision from conception, through to creation.