Everyone wants more room then existing in the home, why not consider converting the garage space to add some square footage? The foundation, walls, roof, flooring & waterproofing is ready, the remaining conversion work will be easy, you can really achieve something functional with any budget size.

Here are the necessary basics you need to know before the remodelling project.

How To Make A Room In Your Garage?

1. Decide whether to expand the existing garage or not.
2. Think of the new function, style, budget & project timeline.
3. Decide if to DIY or to hire professionals.
4. Get all permission needed.
5. Draw out the layout plan.
6. Plan the building service such as power supply, socket locations, electrical wiring, water piping, heating, ventilation or air conditioning etc.
7. Set the design theme.
8. Make a shopping list/ to do list for furniture, electronics, decorations, tools etc.
9. Start shopping.
10. Fix all problems such as acoustic, water leakage, security etc.
11. Decide what type of wall to put up. Shiplap walls are durable, inexpensive, and easy to install. Your other option is drywall, drywall looks smooth, ready to paint.
12. Build the new wall(s).
13. Paint or renew the ceiling.
14. Add windows.
15. Install flooring.
16. Setup the furniture, electronics, decorations.
17. Setup lighting design.
18. Enjoy the extra space & have fun!

How Do I Turn My Garage Into A Game Room?

After finishing the basic repair and building service work, you need to pay attention to sound proof as the neighbours do not want to hear you and you do not want to hear the neighbours. Also you will definitely want to invest in good gaming chair, gaming table, audio, PC, lighting, and themed gamer decoration.

Steps to transform your garage into a gaming room:

1. Evaluate the space needed to make your gaming room. Make sure there is enough space for all equipment to fit in.
2. Clean out your garage. Take out everything that is not related to gaming and acquire the largest space possible.
3. Identify power sockets in order to locate your gaming setup.
4. Purchase all equipment needed for your gaming experience.
5. Move in with your equipment and start setting up.
6. Add necessary accessories such as lights.
7. Add comforting equipment such as sofas or bean bags.
8. Invite your gamer friends.
9. GAME!

Can You Build A Bedroom In A Garage?

Practically yes you can build a bedroom in a garage, but in some states you might need to get a permit so check before taking action. Also the bedroom needs to be improved for warmth and humidity before a person can comfortably sleep in.

What Are Some Things To Do In Your Garage To Make Money?

• Start a course and be the instructor for yoga, dance, craft, art for a fee
• Repair other people’s car/electronic/bike/computer for a fee
• Rent it as parking space
• Rent it as storage space
• Rent it as office space
• Rent it as party space
• Rent it as Airbnb
• Rent it as spare room
• Host garage sell
• Rent out your tools
• Make it your craft space or workshop to make products to sell
• Start an work from home business
• Setup Bitcoin mining
• Grow marijuanas

What To Do With An Empty Garage?

✅ Garage Bedroom

✅ Garage Living Room

✅ Garage Video Game Room

✅ Garage Party Room

✅ Garage Man Cave

✅ Garage Teenager Retreat

✅ Garage Lounge Hangout Area

✅ Garage Kids’ Playroom

✅ Garage Pool Room

✅ Garage Home Office

✅ Garage Bar For Hangout

✅ Garage Airbnb

✅ Garage Repair Center

✅ Garage Entertainment Room

How Do I Convert My Garage Into A Game Room?

Steps to transform your garage into a gaming room
1. Evaluate the space needed to make your gaming room. Make sure there is enough space for all equipment to fit in.
2. Clean out your garage. Take out everything that is not related to gaming and acquire the largest space possible.
3. Identify power sockets in order to locate your gaming setup.
4. Purchase all equipment needed for your gaming experience.
5. Move in with your equipment and start setting up.
6. Add necessary accessories such as lights
7. Add comforting equipment such as sofas or bean bags
8. Invite your gamer friends
9. GAME!