Inspiration
Inspiration
If you are having trouble envisioning what your renovation could look like or which renovations or additions might be the most useful, we can help by providing suggestions, ideas and advice.
How could you expand your home to get extra space?
- Room addition
- Second-story addition
- Expand out over your garage
- Build a detached garage or outbuilding
- Attic area renovation
- Finished basement
Imagine what you could do with the added square footage! There is no job too large for Garman. From basements to kitchens to whole house remodels – we do it all!
Better Porches & Decks
Better Porches & Decks
Depress Stress!
Even rainy nights are enjoyable outdoors in your screened-in porch. Let the therapeutic pitter-patter lull you to sleep as you’re reading the latest novel, only to awaken long after the storm to the nighttime harmony of crickets. What could be more peaceful?
- Would an outdoor kitchen expand your living space so you could better entertain more guests?
- Do you wish you had a screened area where insects and the elements could not affect your time outdoors?
- How would the cozy warmth of a built-in outdoor fireplace or fire pit entice your guests to keep the party going?
- Would having an infrared heater installed outside encourage you to spend more time in nature, even in chillier weather?
- How would it feel to come home to the warm water therapy of a hot tub after a long, stressful day?
Better Sunrooms
Better Sunrooms
Always Fair Weather!
Sip your morning coffee and watch the first snowfall of the year from the warmth of your new addition. Be surrounded by windows whether it’s toasty or cool and bring a little of the outdoors inside this season!
- Does natural light elevate your mood?
- Would you take pleasure in cuddling by a fireplace and watching snow fall through windows on all three sides of the room?
- Do you enjoy indoor gardening that requires many windows and skylights?
- Would you desire sliding glass doors or French doors as your outdoor exit?
- What if you expanded the sunroom addition to include a second story with space for another bedroom, office, or recreational room?
Better Basements
Better Basements
More Living Space Down Under!
Every Friday night is family night. Let’s start with ping-pong doubles - girls against boys. As the fun winds down, curl up together under a blanket for a movie in your home theater. All the fun is right here at home!
- Would an in-home exercise room encourage you to get in better shape?
- Why run up and down the stairs for drinks all evening when you could have a fully stocked wet bar and kitchenette - right where the party’s at!
- What if you could transform your basement into your teenager’s favorite hangout by building a game room with pool, fuse ball and table tennis?
- Can you foresee a time when having in-law quarters might be a necessity?
Better Media Rooms
Better Media Rooms
That’s the Ticket!
Reviews and critics are raving about home theater entertainment. Movie lovers - catch the latest flick without leaving home! Have teenagers? Ensure your home is a teen-friendly hot spot - invite your kids’ friends over for all the latest new releases!
- Do you prefer lounging on a sofa while watching movies or is raised theater seating more your style?
- Does feeling the soundtrack beating in your chest cause you to become more engrossed in a storyline?
- Would you appreciate the ability to alter the mood of the room through lighting, according to the movie genre that you’re watching?
- Are you a fan of old-fashioned theaters with stylistic details like tin ceilings and theater-style walls?
- Would soundproofing the TV room create a more peaceful household?
Better Kitchens
Better Kitchens
The Missing Ingredient!
Every chef needs their private gourmet kitchen to whip together their specialty! A bigger sink, more counter space, brighter illumination, an island for more storage and seating, a pantry and a second stove...Just think what you could stir up!
Comfortable Kitchens
Should reflect the way your family lives – whether it is for preparing meals, entertaining, or the hub of the household.
- Does your kitchen flow efficiently for cooking or entertaining to enhance resale value?
- Do you have adequate counter space?
- Can your cabinets accommodate all your pantry food items, china and cookware?
- Are your appliances up to date with today’s energy efficient standards?
- Do your lighting fixtures, skylights or solarium help showcase your kitchen?
Better Bathrooms
Better Bathrooms
Your Own In-Home Spa!
Imagine beginning each day energizing yourself under an invigorating rain shower, stepping out on a heated marble floor, and drying off with towels from your towel warmer. At night, end a long workday with a luxurious bubble bath in your own whirlpool.
Luxury, tranquility, relaxation, rejuvenation, elegant oasis – get away from it all in a masterfully design bath retreat for pampering
- What if you had a therapeutic spa retreat right in your own home?
- How would it feel to have under-floor radiant heat warming your bath tiles in November?
- Would a double bowl vanity and sink help your own sense of personal space?
- Would a seated steam shower or a soaking tub help you relax?
- What if you had an exhaust fan that was actually quiet and functional?
Better Garages
Better Garages
Add Parking Space!
Sports car enthusiasts and vintage car collectors or parents of teenagers - need a place to store your extra family vehicles? How about those bikes, boats and big-boy toys? You will be grateful for all the storage an additional garage will bring!
What to think about when renovating your garage?
- Will there be easy clearance through the garage bay openings for my vehicles?
- Do I want a rental apartment, office or in-law suite built in above?
- Should I include additional garage bays to house recreational or lawn equipment?
- How much storage area to project area do I want?
- Do I need electricity or running water?
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