If your garage is full of boxes rather than cars, converting it into usable living space could be one of the smartest investments you make. Here are the most popular options we build across Kent.
Home office: With remote and hybrid working now the norm, a dedicated home office is one of the most requested conversions. Proper insulation, lighting and data connections make it a productive workspace separate from the main house.
Extra bedroom with en-suite: Adding a ground-floor bedroom with its own bathroom is ideal for growing families, elderly relatives or boosting rental/resale value. This is consistently the conversion that adds the most value.
Home gym or studio: Save on gym memberships and work out on your own schedule. Rubber flooring, mirrors and good ventilation transform a garage into a professional-quality training space.
Playroom or family room: Give the kids their own space and reclaim your living room. A garage playroom can later convert to a teen den, study or additional reception room.
Most single garage conversions cost between £10,000 and £20,000 and don't require planning permission under permitted development rights. Double garages offer even more flexibility, with costs from £15,000 to £30,000.
At TEMBOK, we handle everything from initial design and Building Regulations applications through to the finished space — fully insulated, heated and decorated to match your home.