Build Property Value by creating a Luxury Garage

Posted by Boca Raton Luxury Home Specialist on Monday, June 6th, 2016 at 6:00pm.

Elegant Boca Raton Garage

In today’s luxury real estate market, space sometimes overlooked is that of the garage. Many of today’s five-star properties include this space as an area to store your collections, enjoy a hobby or perhaps entertain. Since the garage is no longer a storage unit for things like riding lawnmowers and holiday decorations, it is becoming an extension of the home. In this blog we feature some ways that your property can build value by creating a luxury garage.

In many cases when selling property, the MLS listing will include several photographs of the home. Depending on the homeowners the garage may be a place that’s off-limits to the photographers. This can be particularly true in cases where exotic and collectible cars are present. However, if this is an area that has been renovated and well designed, photographs of this space can be very valuable.

If you are a car enthusiast who's inspired to make the ultimate man cave, remember to include precision lighting, marble flooring and elegant seating. These elements show off your acquisition of high-end automobiles and a variety of items. 

Glass Floor to Luxury Garage
Items such as revolving floors are not only functional, they're also an added feature to admire. This is an excellent location to feature your favorite import or some other extraordinary item. If you are fortunate to have a revolving floor, you have also considered the proper lighting that will enhance the object displayed.

Classic signs, neon lights and the bar can add a vintage ambiance. Because this space tends to be used for recreational use it’s key to know that it should be fun as well as reflective of the owner’s personality. A full-size kitchen with commercial style appliances allows hours of entertainment. You can enjoy the amenities, never stepping foot in the main headquarters. 

Because this space tends to be more casual, many people add flat screen televisions, sound systems and paintings. These niceties create a fun atmosphere that's worth boasting.

Floor to ceiling glass windows are a way to allow natural light into dark floor plans. This type of architecture gives a contemporary and modern appeal. The key element here is to avoid making this space look like the traditional garage.

In some cases, the garage may be used as a place for the hobbyist. Professional artisans have created their work space in many garages. With a little ingenuity and a vision this space is ideal for both studio and gallery. The possibilities are endless as these areas tend to have an open floor plan and high ceilings.

Luxury Garage South Florida
In certain situations, lighting may need to be added to this room for adequate illumination. It’s best to determine the use of the room and the type of lighting necessary to be furnished during the design build phase.

When living in a place such as Boca Raton it is not uncommon to see homes designed that feature the owner’s prized possessions. What better way to bring attention to your favorite vehicle or some other extravagant item then by introducing a glass floor? Of course this would be in situations where the home is multilevel.

Wherever your imagination can take you, when money is no object you can turn your garage into a mysterious conversation piece. That mystery will be something your guests will never forget. For instance, a company by the name of Garage Mahals who specializes in luxury garage environments takes these spaces to a whole new level. One of their industrial high-tech designs included a control panel. When pushing the red button, an alarm sounds, while the mid-ceiling above rotates. The rotation reveals an extension ladder that unfolds, giving you access to the recreation room in the ceiling. This hidden room is undetected as the ceiling panels lay flat when the latter is not incorporated. This example helps prove how turning a simple garage into a wonderland.

Control Panel for Luxury Garage

If you are looking to fill your garage with classic cars, consider the Concourse d’Elegance Boca Raton. This is a prestigious event held in Boca Raton and sponsored by the duPont Registry. The registry which has a high ‘autofluence’ is an excellent resource when it comes to purchasing world-class cars, boats and even jets.

It’s common to see many celebrities at the Concourse d’Elegance Boca Raton.  Car enthusiasts like Jay Leno whom is a huge collector of antique cars and motorcycles hosted the event this past winter. Leno’s garage is not only filled with hundreds of vehicles his decor carries a large selection of auto memorabilia. Rumor has it, his garage space is filled with over 286 cars and motorcycles making his luxury garage a showcase for his hobby.

Since this particular area of a home leans toward masculine hobbies, it’s not uncommon to see interior design with a vigorous appeal. Materials such as diamond plate may line the wall adding texture. High-gloss flooring may be included for reflections exposing the cars. Flooring may also include elevators and automated workstations as part of a unique design. For larger investments a glass of vault may be incorporated.  Custom cabinetry often times finds its way in these rooms. Don't forget the giant decorative over-sized doors. These ornamental doors may replace traditional roll-up doors. Whatever the case may be the materials and the design never seemed to be an afterthought for these luxury properties.

Elevator for Exotic Cars
Besides storage for high-end automobiles, luxury garage spaces carry designs such as recreational spaces. Basketball courts, personalized fitness centers and home movie theaters are common uses.  Whatever piques your imagination, can become your dream garage.

If you are planning on selling your property that includes a finished man cave, be sure to point it out to your realtor that you would like this space featured. By bringing attention to this specialized room, you’ll be adding extra value the new owners will appreciate.

Whether you use your epic garage as a place to showcase vehicles, conduct hobbies or look to this area for entertainment, one thing is certain these incredible spaces deserve to complements often.

If you or someone you know has further questions regarding real property, contact our luxury specialists.

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