A contemporary garage is a highly-valued addition to any home, providing storage and security for items such as cars, tools, lawn mowers and seasonal decorations. If you don’t want the hoo-ha of a garage, a carport is a cheaper alternative, which can protect your prized vehicles from the elements, provide shade, and create a sense of privacy. A utilitarian space, garage designs should focus on functionality above all else, so look to shelving and other storage solutions that will best maximise the small square meterage. Where you don’t have anything to store, consider transforming the space into a workspace or extra bedroom instead.

How do I make a statement with my contemporary garage design?

Garage designs are easily neglected or set aside in the ‘too hard’ basket, when, in reality, something as simple as a garage door or garden element can transform the space. Whether you want yours to stand out or blend in, garages should be an integral part of your home design, and not just an afterthought. Consider making yours a central feature with an enticing garage door, or turn its form into a sculptural feature.

Whether you want inspiration for planning a contemporary garage renovation or are building a designer garage from scratch, Houzz has 3,009 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including ELMENDORFF - Design & Handwerk and Garageflex. Look through garage photos in different colours and styles and when you find a contemporary garage design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful contemporary garage ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.