Garage with arched entry (Eldorado Stone)

Surprisingly, the average size of the garage did not change even when the Ford Model T, also known as the Lizzie Tin, began to be produced in million series from 1908 to 1927. This model was about 3.4 meters long, which is much smaller than the average length of a modern sedan.

The luxury Rolls-Royce Phantom has a length of about 6 m. What is the size of a garage needed for keeping such a handsome man? Today, readers will be able to find out the answer to this question, and at the same time listen to the architect's advice on designing such a room.

During the last century, the size of the garage was about the same, no matter what car hid behind its gates. They were about 3 m wide and about 6 long; one wing of the gate had a width of approximately 2.5 m. Modern garages differ from the former only in that now the owners, as a rule, require more space, intending to keep together with the car a bunch of other things that have or do not have to do with the iron horse.

It seems that the creators of cars will always increase or decrease the dimensions of the body to infinity, thus demonstrating their vision of the "automotive" fashion. To ensure that drivers do not have to rush, rebuilding the garage for a new car, general parameters have been created that will help in planning a new garage or remodeling an existing one.

If you have ever scratched your car with a garage door, you will be very sympathetic to your ancestors who have been causing more damage to their cars - after all, not every "horse" will be able to accurately exit through the three-meter gates. Let's look at the size of most modern garage designs in the US.

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Width: For one car, this parameter starts at 8 feet (2.5 m). You can also do 2.7 m - this will reduce the chances that you, for example, will scratch the mirrors. Sometimes you will see sizes even smaller than in this country holiday club, but those are usually made for motorcycles; they can be quite narrow, for example 5 feet, or 1.5 m.

For two cars, the gates will be at least 14 feet (4.3 m), but more often 15 or 16 (4.6 or 4.9 m).

Height: The standard height for the garage door is 7 feet (2.1 meters). You can change these parameters as you like, but you will have to pay extra for the master, who will do the conversion or construction.

The scheme of the sizes of a garage (Steven Corley Randel, Architect)

For two cars

The plan in the photo above is a graphic example of a garage for two cars. The width of the gate is 16 feet (4.9 m) - this is enough to freely pass two cars. It will also be a good idea to have a separate door for a person, located with the most comfortable owner of the side, so that you can easily enter the garage without opening a large gate. If it is connected to the house, you can make an entry directly from the home. In this case, the door must be at least 81 cm wide.

General internal measurements: in several cities in the State of California, the required dimensions are 10x20 feet (3x6 m) for the car, and this is the best minimum size for an average car. This will be enough to open the doors and pass around the car when it is standing inside. The 24-foot (7.3 m) garage will allow you to install shelves or cabinets and easily place the necessary items on them, such as a jack or winter tires. If necessary, in such a garage can accommodate various equipment, such as a water heater. In this case, you need to make special niches.

In most cases building regulations describe the minimum dimensions of garages, so you must take this into account when designing. It is worth remembering about the set of local rules, so it will not be superfluous to hire masters - the consultation of professionals will help you to do everything right.

For three machines (Steven Corley Randel, Architect)

On this map is a large garage plan for three cars. Here you can consider the overall dimensions. If necessary, equip the storage area.

Space between cars: Leave at least 36 inches (0.9 m) between your machines so that you can open their doors without touching a nearby car. Of course, this distance may be less, but it is important to make sure that in the future you will be able to freely use all three "swallows", and not to climb hard to the front seat through a tiny hole in the door.

Bumpers or curbs: a small elevation in front of the garage door will not let the car go by mistake without a master at the wheel. Make the border ten centimeters, and then he will not allow you to scratch the bumper, nor break it.

Cabinets in the garage (Garage Envy)

Storage systems, or cabinets for the garage, have dimensions similar to those of a kitchen set. Consider the dimensions of your car and choose the appropriate storage system. Just go to the manufacturer's website to find out the dimensions of the machine. Review the technical specifications. Record the length and width (considering the mirrors). Only in this way will you be able to calculate and accommodate everything you need.

The project of a garage with a storage system (Pro Storage Systems)

On this photo you can see two doors. The one on the left leads to the street. It is on par with the ground. The second has under itself three steps, because it connects with the house. Steps 6 inches (15 cm) - ideal, but it is better to choose 8 (20 cm).

Note that such a project can be prohibited by local regulations. Therefore, be sure to find out this before you begin construction.

Camouflaged garage (Ken Gutmaker Architectural Photography)

The next garage parameter is its height in the finished form and appearance. In order not to spoil the architecture of this house in San Francisco (you see it in the photo above), the architects equipped a garage in a residential building. Despite the fact that such a decision will cost a substantial amount, the result will please the eye.

Въезд во двор (Harold Leidner Landscape Architects)

Въезд в гараж должен быть спроектирован так же тщательно, как и само здание. In most cases въездом служит простая прямая дорожка с улицы, но если у вас такая же огромная площадка, как на данном фото, диаметр поворота автомобиля должен находиться в промежутке между 40 и 50 футами (12,2 — 15,2 м). Необходимо по крайней мере 25 футов (7,6 м) ширины, чтобы удобно выезжать из помещения, а затем свободно развернуться, чтобы поехать вперёд.

Double garage (Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects)

Architectural Details and good proportions ennobled this modern garage. Two single doors often look better than one wide, especially in this case.

Garage next to the wooden house (Shelley Gardea)

Save the double doors for a modern style, in which horizontal lines predominate.

Two Double Bars (Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.)

If the double doors will be used in a garage project near a traditional house, take a look at the photo above. The multi-panel windows are very proportionate, which looks very nice.

Harmonious combination of garage doors and the entrance to the house (HP Rovinelli Architects)

The construction above is single Garage Doors, made with the details - it creates the feeling that the house is integral. The garage does not look at it with a foreign body or an absurdly stuck building.

Деревянные ворота (Bosenberg and Company Landscape Architects)

Three wide and far apart garage doors look so strong that it seems as if they are holding the upper floor of this traditional house.

Arched opening and decoration in the form of vases with plants on both sides of the gate (Three River Stone)

Do not skimp on the details around the gate. They, as a rule, are very appreciable due to their scale.

Overall dimensions of cars

Vans and SUVs:

• width: 1,8-2,1 m;
• length: 4,9-5,8 m;
• height: 1,5-1,8 m.

Large and luxury cars:

• width: 1,8-1,9 m;
• length: 4,9-5,5 m;
• height: 1,4-1,5 m.

Compact cars and sports cars:

• width: 1,5-1,8 m;
• length: 4,3-4,9 m;
• height: 1,2-1,5 m.

Note: explore the local standards for creating such buildings or work with a designer to not violate the requirements.