Country Homes & Interiors

All you need to know GARAGES & CARPORTS

Country houses often come with the space to design a functional and beautiful home for your car. Whether you opt for an open-sided timber carport or a luxurious oak frame garage with its own gym, a well-designed structure will boost your home’s kerb appeal and value.

There’s a host of design options, depending on budget and the job you want your garage to perform. Here is all you need to know to plan a gorgeous garage that integrates seamlessly with your rural home.

DO I NEED PLANNING PERMISSION FOR MY GARAGE?

A range of outbuildings, including garages, can be built under Permitted Development, which means you won’t necessarily.

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